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Beautiful views from every window, private garden and parking for two cars

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Oban, Scotland
  • Oban Distillery
    5 min walk
  • St. John's Cathedral
    5 min walk
  • RSPB Visitor Centre
    9 min walk
  • Oban (OBN)
    13 min drive

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About the area

Oban

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of Oban, within a 5-minute walk of Atlantis Leisure and Oban Distillery. .This family-friendly vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from RSPB Visitor Centre and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Oban War and Peace Museum.

What's nearby

  • Oban Distillery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • McCaig's Tower - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ganavan Sands - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 7 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corryvreckan - Jd Wetherspoon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪George Street Fish & Chip Shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Markie Dans - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Aulay's Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful views from every window, private garden and parking for two cars

This lovely period property, built in the late 1910s sits just below McCaig's tower overlooking the town and it's beautiful bay.

Braemar is only a short walk from the town centre and its major transport links: train, ferry and buses (to Glasgow and Edinburgh) thus making it ideal for those that don't travel by car.

Offering a spacious lounge, modern kitchen-dining area and three comfortable bedrooms with original features and magnificent views over the Oban bay with the Isle of Kerrera and Mull on the horizon Braemar is the perfect home away from home.

Through the red storm doors the bright yet cosy lounge, to the right of the front door has a comfortable corner sofa, small desk, variety of book, games and DVDs as well as a smart TV and ornamental fireplace. The dining room on the left of the front door comprises of a dining table and chairs for 4-6 people. A small sofa in the alcove offers a comfortable place to read, chat or sleep and enjoy the warmth of the wood burner. The kitchen dining area, which was refurbished in 2023 offers a bright contemporary space with large sink, a four ring hob and oven, slim line dishwasher as well as a large fridge/ freezer. A washing machine is situated in the utility area at the back of the property with a backdoor to the garden.

The stairs lead up to the first landing where the family bathroom with shower over the bath, toilet and wash basin is situated. A door leads to the upper garden.

At the top of the stairs the Master bedroom offers a comfortable double bed, dressing table and a built in wardrobe with storage and the small en-suite with large shower, wash basin and toilet. The single room has a single bed and chest of drawers and the recently refurbished second bedroom has a double bed, a chest of drawers as well as a comfortable armchair which doubles as a put down bed.

All rooms face the beautiful views over Oban Bay, the marina, and the isles beyond.
The small garden to the left of the property catches the afternoon sun making it a perfect area to enjoy a drink or dinner outside. The second garden and viewing platform is accessible via steps to the rear of the property or via the door on the landing and is located on the old ‘laundry lawns’ above the rooftops. From here your can enjoy panoramic views over the whole of Oban; a perfect backdrop for a some cheese and wine or just watching the sunset.

If you do choose to travel buy car the house has it’s own private car parking space for two cars right outside the house.
The house enjoys consistent hot water, gas central heating, smart TV and fast internet. Even a pay phone is provided for those that don’t want to use their mobile phones abroad.

Please be aware that we do not accept dogs (or other pets) at this property.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

MacLeod Family

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling on site
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 969 sq ft (90 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

House Panoramic Views Oban Bay Short Walk Town Centre
House Panoramic Views Short Walk Town Centre
Panoramic Views Oban Bay Short Walk Town Centre
Panoramic Views Short Walk Town Centre
House Panoramic Views Oban Bay Short Walk Town Centre
House Panoramic Views Short Walk Town Centre
Panoramic Views Oban Bay Short Walk Town Centre
House Panoramic Views Oban Bay Short Walk Town Centre
House Panoramic Views Short Walk Town Centre
Panoramic Views Oban Bay Short Walk Town Centre
Panoramic Views Short Walk Town Centre

Beautiful views from every window, private garden and parking for two cars Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul D., Eureka California

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View of Oban
The house is high on a hill overlooking Oban. It's a little tricky driving up there but welcome to Old Scotland. There is a lot to see around Oban but we had some stormy weather when we were there so we went to the distillery.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Oban
Had a great time in and around Oban. This property was a wonderful place to stay and the owners are fantastic. What a lovely home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely updated period house with fantastic views
Loved this older home with its creaky floors and updated kitchen which was very cozy. The views are spectacular and we enjoyed exploring Oban and taking the ferry to surrounding islands. It is up on a hill so if no vehicle plan on some walking up and down some steep areas , you might want to take a taxi uphill with luggage anyway😉
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home and great location
We had a wonderful stay at Braemar! The house is just as described. The views were incredible! It rained almost the entire time during our stay but my husband ventured to the viewing platform and said it was really nice. The house is comfortable and was equipped with all that we needed for our stay. The walk to town took about 5 minutes down the hill which allowed us to keep our car parked at the private parking space during our stay. Niall met us at the house and showed us the property. He even had a fire started in the fireplace to take the chill out of the room. So nice! Both Niall and Johanna were very responsive to the questions that we had. I would definitely stay here again. Great hosts, great location, and lovely house!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
We stayed for 4 nights in this beautiful historic home. The hosts were excellent, easy to contact, and had great local recommendations. The main street of Oban is just down a hill which made it very walkable for shopping, exploring, food, etc. We would absolutely stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home away from home
We had a great time at this home! The owners were very responsive when we had an initial hiccup with the heating which was much appreciated. Oban is a good home base for exploring the islands and Highlands and having a private parking space was a real luxury. Hiking up to the secret patio above the house for whisky or wine before dinner was fun, especially since the sun didn’t set until 11 when we were there. The views of the harbor from every room are gorgeous. We’d definitely rent here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M., Haverhill

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location in Oban
Great location for a stay in Oban, short walk to downtown (but up on a steep hill). House was wonderful, 3 bedrooms all used and each of us was happy. The kitchen was functional and well appointed. The views from deck were fantastic. The owners are delightful people and quite responsive. Highly recommend this house.
Stayed 20 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Donald B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Oban Location
The Braemar House was perfectly located to explore and enjoy Oban. It was an easy walk to the downtown area (and the Oban Distillery). The views from the property of the bay, with the Isle of Mull in the distance was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
This is a well maintained property in an excellent location. Easy walking distance to all amenities. Unique outside sitting area with wonderful views of the town and harbour. Host family are very nice people who are helpful and knowledgeable.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious Oban
Beautiful views, very accommodating hosts and spotless house. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great stay in Oban
Great host. We loved Oban. Amazing views from the property. We had a fantastic trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW - Highly Recommend
The property is wonderful! Johanna and Niall were great to work with. The house has beautiful water views from every room! The sitting garden was spectacular for views and for pictures! The house is well maintained, warmly decorated throughout, and charming. Neighborhood is friendly and you have the opportunity to mix in with full-time residents. Easy to walk down to shopping and find inexpensive taxis back to house. We recommend Braemar and look forward to planning our return visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of heaven
We enjoyed our stay at this lovely home! The location was perfect. Lots of little touches that made us feel at home. The views were fabulous. The upper deck was a wonderful place to unwind with a cool beverage at the end of the day. The walk down to town was easier than I thought, just down the Jacob's ladder. Johanna was a joy. She responded promptly to a minor issue we had. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ron

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property overlooks Oban and the bay….a spectacular view and setting. It’s a long ways up on the back of the property but worth it. It is very close to restaurants, pubs and the ferry. Golf at Glencruitten is gorgeous but extremely challenging.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Oban
Great location. Hosts Johanna and Niaal showed true Scottish hospitality by getting more chairs for the viewing deck when they learned our son and grandson were visiting. The views from there were truly magnificent. An excellent and very enjoyable vacation.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home, great views, in-town location, parking nook
Very well-maintained home with immaculate kitchen and room for family of four perched on a quiet in-town street just up the hillside a few minutes walk from the center of Oban. Beautiful views of town and harbor and quick walk to great restaurants, ferry, Marks & Spencer Foodhall and Tesco supermarket. And dedicated parking nook next to street directly in front of house - peace of mind for parking our rental car given narrowness of streets in neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous views and lovely home.
Had a lovely time. Views are stunning, especially from the decking after a climb up the stairs! So close to McCaigs Tower. House had everything we needed. Comfy beds too!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Oban
Enjoyable stay. Stunning views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

DARREN V.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2020
Amazing central location and easy 5 minutes walk to win and harbour, great views of the ocean and town from viewing deck overall a great holiday and great communication with Johanna the host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gene B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Beautiful view, great property, friendly owner. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lari R., Driftwood, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Views for miles
This is a very special place. A happy home and comfortable too. Nice walk to Oban. Strengthen your calves walking back up hill after the meal. Perfect! We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Trish B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oban Home
This home worked nicely for the 5 of us. There is a steep hill to town but it can be walked. The host met us and quickly showed us the property. I only wish I had asked about the stove but we eventually figured out the switch had to be turned on, ha! The kitchen is wonderful and the host provided fruit, cookies and fresh flowers. There is a washer but I don't believe a dryer. I think bath hand soap and hair dryer would also be helpful, and there are departure chores. I would recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

A wonderfully located spot to call home base.
Braemar was exactly what it promised and worth every pence. It’s centrally located making it easy to get into town and move around, but also very private and peaceful (especially the backyard view of the town and port). I’d definitely book there again when making another visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Josette D.

Great view and location
Lovely spot good modern conveninces and beautiful surroundings . Nice suggestions on restaurants etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

Great location and quiet street
We were so pleasantly surprised by Oban and all it has to offer. Our hosts were extremely helpful and responsive. They also provided some ideas for lesser known excursions that we really enjoyed. We rented bikes from Oban Cycles and took the ferry over to Kerrera for the day. The cafe was amazing and the bikes were the way to go to see the entire island. The house was spacious and comfortable and the deck overlooking the water was great!! I would definitely recommend this house and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018