Thistle House Guest House

Thistle House, St Catherines, by Cairndow, Saint Catherines, PA25 8AZ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>423</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
423 reviews

Everything! The location is absolutely fabulous, Sue and Avril were so welcoming and very accommodating, the room was beautiful with views over the Loch and the breakfast was amazing especially as I am GF and DF - we would definitely recommend and hope to return one day!

Debra United Kingdom
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Thistle House Guest House

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Situated in a scenic wooded garden, Thistle House Guest House overlooks Loch Fyne to Inveraray and its famous castle. Free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking are provided in this spacious Victorian country house. Views of Loch Fyne or the garden are featured in each room at Thistle House, as well as a flat-screen TV, en suite bathroom and a hospitality tray. Rooms are individually named after local clans of the surrounding west coast of Scotland. A full Scottish breakfast is served in the dining room, which overlooks the loch and Inveraray. Lighter options are also available and all produce is locally sourced. Guests can also relax in the lounge which features a log fire, and a selection of books and information on the local area. The town of Inveraray is just a 25-minute drive and features an 18th-century castle and a Maritime Heritage Museum. Quad biking, archery and clay shooting can be enjoyed in Blairmore, which is just under 40 minutes by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.2
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  • Debra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything! The location is absolutely fabulous, Sue and Avril were so welcoming and very accommodating, the room was beautiful with views over the Loch and the breakfast was amazing especially as I am GF and DF - we would definitely recommend and...”
  • Robert
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Really tidy, clean and comfortable stay. The best we had during our travelling through Scotland. The lady of the house welcomed us with tea by the fireplace. She also recommended a really nice restaurant to have dinner.”
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Sue and Avril are excellent hosts. They made sure our stay was perfect. Fantastic breakfast, with fresh produce and tasted amazing. This is our second visit, and will definitely return next year as the location is perfect. Highly recommended for a...”

Hosted by the Edwards family

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the Edwards family
Thistle House is a traditional period property with individually designed rooms and modern ensuite bathrooms. It is located on the East shore of Loch Fyne with uninterrupted views across the Loch to Inveraray Castle. The property sits in 2 acres of wrap around wooded gardens attracting many beautiful birds, red squirrels, and pine Martens, and in the summer you can sit amongst the shrubs and flowers contemplating the peace and tranquillity away from the stresses and strains of everyday life. In the evenings the sunsets are spectacular with the light reflecting off the water. As there is very little light pollution the sky at night can also be amazing.
Having moved home to Scotland after many years in England we are very pleased to welcome you to our little slice of heaven overlooking Loch Fyne. We hope, like us, you will enjoy the spectacular scenery, the wildlife, the every changing weather (it does rain sometimes), and the wonderful food. The list is endless. We came for the weekend, found Thistle House was for sale and never made it home.
The neighbourhood is very quiet and unspoilt and perfectly positioned to visit many interesting places in Argyll and the surrounding areas. There are many wonderful walks (take your pick of hills, pine forests, and waterfalls)and interesting beaches all within easy reach. There are of course castles too if you are interested in history including Inverary Castle (1m directly across the loch and 20 miles by road). There are many great places to eat showcasing the best local produce from land and sea to suit all tastes or if you are a "foodie" maybe even enjoy the challenge of a different one every night, from simple sandwiches to fine dining and variations in between.
Languages spoken: English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Thistle House Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • Sea view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Packed lunches
  • Room service
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

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Check-in

From 16:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Thistle House Guest House

  • Yes, Thistle House Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Thistle House Guest House is 500 yards from the centre of Saint Catherines. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Thistle House Guest House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The prices at Thistle House Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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