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Ardtorna enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
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Welcome to Ardtorna B&B!
Ardtorna is our brand new purpose built luxury Bed and Breakfast set in a beautiful location with stunning views, between Oban and Appin on the West Coast of Scotland.
Ardtorna Accommodation
All of our letting bedrooms are individually styled, either with a wet room or a jacuzzi bath with power shower. Each has a sea view and can be used as a twin or super kingsize.
All beds have memory foam, pocket sprung mattresses, Molton Brown toiletries,
hospitality trays, homemade tablet, fluffy bathrobes, gigantic bath towels,
TVs, iPod docking stations, DVD players, freeview and so on.
All rooms have underfloor heating. There is a hairdryer for your use in
each bedroom.
There is also a DVD on our local area for you to view. Should you wish to purchase one as a momento of your holiday they are available at the War and Peace Museum, in Oban, at a nominal fee.
Our prices are per person per night for bed and our gourmet breakfast, depending on what time of year you stay and the length of the stay.
Should you require an adaptor for your electrical appliances, iron and ironing board during your stay please ask.
Breakfast
We offer an extensive breakfast menu using local and homemade produce
where possible. Breakfast is served from 8.00 am - 9.00 am daily, Sunday
8.30-9.30 am. Should these times not be suitable please contact us and
every effort will be made to accommodate your requirements.
Children / Pets
Sorry, but while we love children and animals, we have tried to create
a quiet haven here at Ardtorna so we don't accept either. However our
sister guest house Grove House, along the road in Connel, does accept
children.
Room Service Menu
We offer a room service menu. As this is subject to change please contact
us for details. Food is available to order from 4 - 10.00pm daily.
Internet Access
Wireless internet access is available throughout the house. This service
is security protected hence a code is needed to operate this facility.
No charge will be made for this service.
Luggage
Assistance with luggage is available upon request.
Hospitality Trays
All bedrooms have a hospitality tray with tea, coffee,milk portions etc.
Should you prefer fresh milk it is available next to our Nespresso coffee
machine on the table outside your bedroom. The water in the decanters
is suitable for drinking. Ice is available upon request.
Bedding
All of our bedding is suitable for allergy sufferers. Should you prefer
a blanket, top sheet or extra pillows - these are available.
Molton Brown Toiletries
These are for your use during your stay and are not to be removed. Should
you wish to purchase any of these items, please ask.
Heating
The property is heated by under floor heating, fed by our eco friendly
ground source heat pump. There is a control in your bedroom which you
can adjust to your liking.
Smoking Policy
We are a non smoking establishment.
Payment
Unfortunately, we do not accept any form of electronic payment.
Should you need to withdraw cash the village store in Connel, which is five miles away, has a cash machine which is free to use. The store opens at 6.00 am daily and closes at 6.00 pm Monday - Saturday and 1.00 pm on Sunday.
Oban Itineraries
Many guests ask us for suggestions on what to do whilst staying at Ardtorna.
We have listed some ideas for a week's itinerary.
Circular tour visiting Oban Sea Sanctuary at Barcaldine; stopping off at Stalker View Café and take in the breathtaking views of Castle Stalker; continue on to atmospheric GLENCOE, notorious for the massacre that took place there in 1692.
Coming back round through the wild and beautiful Glenorchy stopping at Cruachan Hydro Electric Power Station deep within the mountain ; Inverewe Smokeries, world renowned smokery where you can watch the fish being smoked and sample the delights too.
No stay in Oban is complete without a trip to Iona. Most of our guests include a trip to the heritage sites of Iona and Staffa by way of the beautiful island of Mull. Iona, the Holy Island, is the cradle of Christianity in this land and has a peace and tranquility, whether in the Abbey or on its famed silver sands, that is appreciated by pilgrim and tourist alike.
Staffa, with its basalt columns and Fingal’s Cave, has inspired visitors throughout centuries including Dr Johnson, Queen Victoria and Felix Mendelssohn, who wrote his famous overture after visiting the island.
Visit EASDALE and SEIL ISLAND. Easdale is situated south of Oban where slate was quarried for many years. There is a regular ferry to the island where you can visit the museum and walk around to see the sea filled slate quarries devastated by the great storm of November 1881.
Easdale is the base for Sea.fari Adventures offering high adventure in rigid inflatable and the thrill of close encounters with Scotland’s magnificent bird and sea life. On route you will cross the bridge over the Atlantic which separates the mainland from the island of Seil.
The nearby pub “Tigh AnTruish” - The House of the Trousers - is well worth a visit for lunch or a dram. This is where the Highlanders would discard the hated trousers they were forced to wear after the ‘45 rebellion and put on their plaid kilts once again.
Inveraray
Visit Inveraray Castle which is the home of the Duke
of Argyll. Pop into Inveraray Jail which is Scotland’s
19th century Courtroom and Prison. Go aboard the Inveraray Maritime Museum
which is a 1911 three masted schooner. Walk up to the Bell Tower of All
Saints Episcopal Church containing Scotland’s finest bells and the
2nd heaviest ring of 10 in the world.
Take the little ferry over to the delightful island of Kerrera. For the more energetic person, bikes can be hired in Oban and you can cycle round the island. The island is great for looking out for sea and golden eagles, hen harriers, peregrines and gannets.
Sea otters and seals abound and you may spot dolphins, porpoise and even the odd whale. The Tea Garden is open during the season for homemade soups, sandwiches, cakes and scones.
Visit Fort William and hop on the Steam Train that takes you to Mallaig. This train and the stunning scenery along the way were the inspiration for Harry Potter. This train journey is in the top 10 train journey’s throughout the world. Departs from Fort William at 10.20 a.m. and returns at 16.00.
Travel effortlessly 2150 feet up the north face of Aonarch Mhor in a cable car and take in the breathtaking views of the Great Glen, Ben Nevis and the surrounding areas. Take time to visit the Treasures of the Earth - an award winning collection of priceless gemstones and crystals in an atmospheric display of caves, caverns and mines.
Take the ferry across to the island of Mull and take the service bus to Tobermory which is a pretty town of colour washed houses, distillery and much more. Alternatively, hop on the miniature steam railway which takes you to Duart Castle, seat of the Clan McLean and the glorious gardens of Torosay Castle.
Eating Out
We have listed a number of local restaurants that we have personally enjoyed.
There are many good eating places in the area and whilst this list is
by no means exhaustive, we would rate them to be amongst the better ones.
Isle of Eriska Hotel and Spa
A wonderful award winning five star gold hotel close to Ardtorna which
has a three star rosette restaurant. Dinner is a five course Table D'hote
menu. ( This is our favourite restaurant for a special occasion).
Cuan Mor
A busy, atmospheric restaurant serving contemporary Scottish food at reasonable
prices.
The Seafood Temple
Informal and quirky seafood restaurant with wonderful views over the sound
of Kerrera. Beware of the huge portions!
Coast
Award winning restaurant offering a varied selection. The ‘Early
Bird ‘ menu, served up to 6.30 p.m. is great value for money.
DIRECTIONS
Getting there from the Information Centre:
Follow the A85 over Connel Bridge and drive for 5 miles , and we are situated
half a mile before the Sea life centre. We are opposite the Twisted Wheel
cafe and The Argyll Pottery up on the hill.
Getting There by Car:
Follow the A85 heading towards Connel, turn right just before the Oyster
Inn and drive over Connel bridge. Drive straight ahead for 5 miles and
we are just before the Sea life centre up on the hill on the right hand
side of the road. We are opposite the Twisted Wheel cafe and the Argyll
pottery.
Email Ardtorna enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
