Blythswood House United Kingdom

Blythswood House holds a truly wonderful position set within the popular town of Oban with wonderful views over the Firth of Lorn and out to the islands of Mull, Kerrera and Lismore. The home makes an outstanding base for those wishing to explore this beautiful part of Scotland and with excellent ferry services nearby, it makes a fantastic option for those wanting to enjoy some island hopping! Blythswood has been lovingly transformed by its current owners and today boasts luxurious interiors and modern furnishings, comfortably accommodating up to twenty-two guests across its eleven well-appointed bedrooms. On the ground floor is the main entertaining space which comprises of two elegant reception rooms, a living room with fireplace and fabulous sea views and a fabulous cinema room with 86” TV as well as a fully-equipped kitchen with all the tools a budding chef could possibly need and a spacious dining room. The first of the bedrooms, a king-size room, can be found on the ground floor.Upstairs on the first floor are a further seven bedrooms, one super-king room, two king-size rooms, each with en-suite shower rooms as well as a double room with en-suite bathroom. The remaining three bedrooms share the use of a family bathroom. On the second and final floor are the remaining bedrooms, one twin room, while the remaining two can be set up on request with either twin beds or a double bed, making them ideal for siblings, friends or a couple. These rooms share the use of two family bathrooms. Outside, guests will enjoy half an acre of gardens with plenty of lawned space for the children to enjoy! Spend an evening on the terrace enjoying a yummy barbecue al fresco while making the most of the brilliant sea views, as the sun begins to set, take a dip in the luxurious hot tub, the perfect way to relax in style! The old “carriage house” has been transformed into a games room with snooker table and table tennis, the perfect place for the teens to hang out in the evenings.
Blythswood House is located just a 5-minute walk from the centre of Oban and a wide variety of restaurants, pubs and shops. Oban with its busy port is known as “The Gateway to the Isles”, from here (and depending on season) guests can visit a number of popular nearby islands including; Kerrera, Lismore, Mull, Iona and Staffa.
For keen whisky drinkers, the Oban Distillery is one of Scotland’s oldest sources of Single Malt Scotch Whisky and one of the smallest scotch distilleries and is therefore a must visit while you are in Oban. For children, the local leisure centre is less than a 5-minute walk from the house and with its swimming pool and soft play area it makes a fantastic place to occupy the children should you have any rain! On a sunny day, the whole family will enjoy a walk up to McCaig’s Tower where beautiful views over Oban and beyond can be enjoyed. The closest airport to Blythswood House is Glasgow which is just over two hours from the house.At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in theconcierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfill your requests!