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Our family run self catering chalets, lodges and cottages Oban are tucked
away in Lerags Glen just 2.5 miles south of the bustling seaside town
of Oban - 'Gateway to the Isles'.
Nestled between the hills with glorious, untamed countryside all around, the chalets are a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Cologin Country Chalets Accommodation
If you've just got married or just retired, have toddlers in tow or dogs you can't bear to leave at home, or you just want to get away for a break with all the freedom of a self catering holiday then we should have just what you're looking for.
And you'll get a good night's sleep wherever you stay at Cologin. One of the most appealing features of our park is its peace and tranquillity. Whether you choose the cosy one bedroom Outer Hebridean chalet with its small double or twin bedroom or the spacious Inner Hebridean lodge with two large bedrooms or one of our 4 Star private houses you will be warm and comfortable.
With 14 lodges, 4 chalets, Cruachan Cottage and Cologin Farmhouse we have plenty of different accommodation options to choose from including pet free, pet friendly and disabled access.
All our properties have efficient heating in every room and the hot water and fridge will be on for your arrival. Your beds will be made up and if you have booked to use the sofa bed/s we will leave extra linen as required.
Towels are provided as standard in Cruachan and Cologin Farmhouse and can be hired for all other properties.
Barbeques are available on request (provide your own charcoal) in the lodges and chalets and if you wish to finish your holiday reading feel free to swap it for another book from our collection.
The laundrette has both washing machines and dryers (operated by pound coins) and in addition there are extra facilities for divers, cyclists and walkers, including dehumidifiers, under-cover storage areas and cold water wash for boats, etc.
Smoking Policy
From Spring 2006 all our properties became non-smoking to comply with
the new Scottish legislation.
Our accommodation is graded 3 and 4 star ('very good' and 'excellent') by VisitScotland and conforms to all the required fire safety regulations.
By number of bedrooms:
. 1 Bedroom Chalet (sleeps 2/3)
. 1 Bedroom Cottage (sleeps 2)
. 2 Bedroom Lodge (sleeps 4-6)
. 2 Bedroom Pet Free Lodge (sleeps 4-6)
. 2 Bedroom Lodge (assisted wheelchair)
. 5 Bedroom Farmhouse (sleeps max 15)
For your convenience, all Cologin properties are furnished with:
· Paper goods (loo roll, kitchen roll), J-cloth and bin bags
· Washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets if appropriate
· Oven gloves, T-towels and bathmat
· Iron, ironing board, hoover
· Torch, spare light bulb and candles
· Freeview Satellite TV with 200+ TV and Digital Radio stations
Other features include:
· Well established & family run
· Playpark & Friendly Ducks & Chickens
· Level Access
· Country Pub on site
· Fishing Loch
· Superb Walks & Forest Trails
· Pet Friendly
· Perfect for Groups or Couples
· Large Farmhouse ideal for families
Cologin Farmhouse
. 10/14 people - five bedrooms - pets welcome
· One ground floor king double bedroom (zip and link twin beds)
with ensuite shower room and day bed, one triple bedroom (double and single
bed) with wash hand basin, one family bedroom with zip and link twin beds
and bunk beds, one king double bedroom with day bed and ensuite shower
room, one standard double bedroom
· South facing lounge with open fire and lovely views, LCD Freeview
Sky TV and stereo system, DVD
· South facing dining room with open fire and French doors to patio
and BBQ
· Farmhouse kitchen with traditional Esse, gas hob, electric oven,
American style fridge freezer with water filter and ice maker, microwave,
dishwasher, washer dryer, kitchen table and chairs
· Broadband Wi-fi access (BT Openzone)
· Cloakroom
· Two family bathrooms and two ensuite shower rooms
· Fenced garden and parking for up to 4 cars
· Full central heating
· Sleeps a maximum of 10 adults and 4 children - please request
linen for the day beds if required. All other beds are made up for arrival
and 10 sets of towels are provided.
Outer Hebridean Chalets
One bedroom - sleeps 2/3
· One bedroom (double, king size or twin beds) & single fixed
bench sofa (suitable for an extra person for a few nights only!)
· Ensuite shower room
· Open plan lounge with fixed bench sofa, armchair and small dining
table, Freeview Sky TV, electric fire, coffee table
· Kitchenette (full size oven and microwave, fridge with freezer
compartment)
· Fully equipped with cutlery, crockery, duvets and pillows for
up to 3 people - we do not recommend sleeping 3 for a full weekly let.
Inner Hebridean Lodges
Two bedrooms, pets welcome and assisted wheelchair accessible
There are several different styles of Inner Hebridean Lodge but the following
are common to all:
· Two large bedrooms (standard layout is one double and one twin)
- some doubles can be split to form twins and some twins can be linked
to form doubles - (please request on booking if you require any change
from the standard layout)
· Large open plan lounge with log/coal effect electric stove and
Freeview Sky TV, coffee table and seating
· Family bathroom with shower over bath
· Separate hallway with storage cupboards
· Stable doors - let the sunshine and fresh air in but don't let
the dogs and children out! (Please request on booking)
· Fully fitted kitchen with full size oven, microwave, fridge with
freezer compartment and large dining area
· Fully equipped with cutlery, crockery, duvets and pillows
· Either a double fold down sofa bed OR two fixed single bench
style sofa beds (extra linen is provided free of charge)
Please remember to let us know on booking if you wish to use the sofa bed/s - extra bed linen can be provided but only if you have requested it! If you have any special requests (e.g. adjacent lodges) please email us to discuss.
If you wish to add a z-bed to a twin room (for example for three children) then we can do this in our assisted wheelchair accessible lodges.
The Barn - a Country Inn with a family-friendly atmosphere
The Barn is at the heart of Cologin and it is so much more than just a
pub. Describing the Barn's unique ambience is not easy - suffice to say
that once you've been you will return! Our chef (with well over 30 year’s
experience) is dedicated to preparing flavoursome meals, cooked to order
using the best fresh local produce.
We offer an imaginative a la carte menu alongside daily specials with something to suit all tastes. Vegetarians are particularly well catered for. While the food is a great attraction, the Barn's unique atmosphere, friendly staff and local musicians who play regularly throughout the year are just as important to our customers.
The Barn has won many well-deserved awards and citations over the years and you'll find it mentioned in the most discerning guide books including 'CAMRA', 'Scotland's Best Kept Secrets', 'Scotland The Best' , the Herald Newspaper Good Pub Grub guide and the 2007 Good Beer Guide.
Locals from Lerags and other nearby villages are loyal Barn patrons.
Around and About Cologin & Oban
Working up an Appetite Highland Style!
Loch Gleann a'Bhearraidh is just under one mile's gentle walk up through the forest in the hills above Cologin and the views are quite spectacular. The walk to the loch is part of a waymarked Forestry Commission trail through our hills and the gentle incline means that it is suitable for all ages and abilities.
Walking in our hills is a great excuse for working up a thirst. Not that you need an excuse to enjoy everything that the Barn, our very own country inn, has to offer. There's plenty more to do in the area and a host of other outdoor activities including walking, riding, cycling and that great Scottish game - golf.
Oban
The beautiful and bustling town of Oban under 3 miles from Cologin deserves
its reputation as the 'Gateway to the Isles'. It boasts Caledonian MacBrayne's
west coast ferry port serving Mull, Iona, Colonsay, Islay and many islands
in between. Its scenery is quite stunning.
As the largest town in the area, Oban has three excellent supermarkets, a cinema, sports centre with swimming pool, sailing club, bowling club, tennis courts, golf course, charming shops, its own distillery, a sandy beach and a great variety of pubs and restaurants.
Isle of Mull
One of the most popular day trips from Oban is the ferry to the Isle of
Mull. If you've got young children a visit to 'Balamory' is a must! Whilst
Tobermory hardly needed a toddler tourism boom, the town has now accepted
its starring role in the TV series. If you do go wear flat heels as all
the Balamory houses are on the hill above Tobermory bay!
Isle of Iona
This tiny island off Mull's southern tip is a perfect spot to find yourself.
The Abbey's spiritual atmosphere complements the idyllic scenery. Take
a Three Isle Excursion and combine Mull, Iona and Staffa for a trip that
will stay with your forever.
Fort William
About an hours drive up the coast from Oban is the Highland town of Fort
William the self-styled 'outdoor capital of Scotland'. With Britain's
highest mountain - Ben Nevis - and the munros of Glencoe
there are certainly plenty of great walking, climbing, mountain biking
and skiing opportunities.
Inveraray
The former 'capital' of Argyll, the delightful town of Inveraray lies
just under 40 miles south of Oban on the shores of Loch Fyne. The current
town was planned and built between 1753 and 1776 replacing the old town
which was demolished to make room for the rebuilding of Inveraray
Castle. The castle is open to visitors and is well worth a visit
as is Inveraray Jail - a great place to take the family.
DIRECTIONS
Cologin is less than 3 miles from Oban but to get the most out of your
stay in Argyll we recommend that you have access to a car during your
visit.
By Car:
To reach Oban from the south there are two main routes - both of which
pass through beautiful scenery. Choose between the A82 and Loch Lomond
or the A83 and Loch Fyne and join the A85 which brings you into Oban from
the north!
By Train:
From Glasgow (Queen Street station) the train follows the scenic West
Highland Line from Crianlarich direct to Oban station.
By Plane:
Private flights can land at Oban Airport, 5 miles north of Oban at North
Connel. A seaplane also has daily flights from Glasgow to Oban Bay.
By Boat:
Access Lerags Glen by sea via Loch Feochan. Landing slip and pontoons
at Ardoran Marine, 2 miles from Cologin.
You can hire cars from Flit Self Drive in Oban.
Once in Oban, take the A816 towards Lochgilphead and turn RIGHT to LERAGS
just past Oban Livestock Market. Follow the single track road into Lerags
Glen for about ½ mile and turn RIGHT.
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