Reviews of Dunaverty Rock Self Catering Accommodation

Fabulous place! Went for a week in Summer Cottage and then stayed on three more nights it was so good. Cottage was very comfortable. Donnie is a great host ensuring we had everything we needed and lots of useful information and tips on where to enjoy the best scenery etc. Saw otters most days from the cottage itself and plenty more wildlife out and about. One of our best holidays ever.

Stayed for 5 days and wished it was longer. Wonderful shore line setting and our own private beach! Well perhaps not exclusively ours but a short tiptoe from the front door you're walking on soft golden sand, soaking up the splendid isolation of a truly special place and keeping an eye out for the resident otters! Our host Donnie was very welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable of the local area and indeed beyond. When booking, the website photographs set an expectation level, the reality was even better.

Fantastic location right by the sea and by Dunaverty Rock. Wonderful views, peaceful location. Great approach across Dunaverty Rock golf course. Accommodation is spacious, very comfortable and well equipped. Was spotlessly clean but has a lovely homely feel. Really lovely sitting in the very pleasant lounge looking through the large windows onto the shore watching the birds and on one evening a seal on a rock. Bed one of the most comfortable we have ever slept in. Very warm welcome from Donnie the owner who even helped carry bags in. He is really knowledgeable on the area and very helpful. Village near by has a wonderful tearoom which also does breakfasts. The Sea Captain's Quarters are a really lovely place to return to after a day exploring the area. Felt at home straight away. Would certainly recommend highly.

Dunaverty Rock Sea Captains Quarters was far and away the highlight of a five day driving holiday around the Western Highlands. The location, the warm welcome, and the comfortable accommodation made our stay unforgettable for all the right reasons. The view across to Ireland was spectacular in the daytime and fantastically exciting at night with the moonlit breakers crashing on the beach under stars unaffected by light pollution. Donny, the owner, couldn't have been more welcoming or helpful, whether advising on parking ("not there, the tide might take it") or pointing out the remains of the castle and the burial site of the Chiefs slaughtered in the massacre ("a greater treachery than Glen Coe"). The apartment was light, airy and spotless with thoughtful touches from corkscrew to cafetière with coffee beans. I'm looking forward to visiting again with the family.

This is a superb place to stay, particularly if you are after some peace and quiet. It is in a stunning location, overlooking the bay and only about 20 feet from the sea, which you cannot take your eyes off! The cottage was very comfortable and cosy for the two of us, well supplied and the beds extremely comfortable. Birdlife of all sorts (including diving Gannets), seals and otters abound and the beachcombing is excellent! The bay that this cottage looks out on is a lovely sandy stretch, as are other beaches around - great for mind clearing walks. Last, but not least, Donnie, our host, is such a lovely guy - he is constantly concerned that his visitors have all that they need and even provided us with delicious soup because he had some left over! I can HIGHLY recommend this venue - do go!

My family of four had a brilliant stay at the lifeboat studio, The studio is setup perfectly for families with its modern features & leads straight onto the beach with stunning views. Studio owner Donnie will help & assist you to make your stay as pleasurable as possible, a true gentleman. Would highly recommend for a quiet retreat away 🙂

A great location right on the edge of the bay, and the Studio was an absolute delight - cleverly & flexibly laid out with really comfortable beds and a great kitchen. The free wifi worked perfectly too.

Often when you book a place online the photos make a space look far better than it is in reality - for this place I would say the opposite. The studio was spacious, warm and spotlessly clean with an incredible view. Seeing the moving water makes the space so peaceful and thanks to Donnie's kind suggestions of where to go and what to do we had a magical time in Southend. Thank you. We'll definitely be back.

I would highly recommend Summer Cottage. It is compact in size but has everything you need and is very cozy - even in early January. There is a fire/log burning stove which is great and heats the place up really quickly. Summer Cottage is right on the beach with some amazing scenery and wildlife on the door step - we saw deer, seals, lots of birds, a hare and a fox. We had a great time surfing, drinking whiskey and walking along the many beautiful sandy beaches. The perfect place to escape to!

The Sea Captains House is unique. Being on the second floor of an old lifeboat house it has the most marvellous views over the bay, the rooms are large and beautifully decorated but not cluttered. Donald is a very welcoming, friendly and helpful host. Tea , coffee, herbs, and fresh flowers were there to welcome us. Although on the tip of Kintyre it was easy to explore the area, walking, cycling or to get ferries to Gigha and the other islands. Kintyre has marvellous beaches, wildlife and lots of golf courses. If you like the idea of getting away from it all, this is the place to go. We recommend it highly.

This is an exceptional property. The countryside is ruggedly remote. The cottage is cosy and well stocked. Knowing you need to climb the stairs to the loft bedroom is important and it is well described in the property description. We loved the birdlife and were even fortunate to have the sea otters visit. Donald is a terrifically caring host and we enjoyed our conversations with him. If you are after something ruggedly different then this is the place to go.

My friend and I stayed in the Summer Cottage for one night after walking the Kintyre Way. It was a truly unforgettable experience and apart from the outstanding accommodation the hospitality shown to us by Donnie and his son was amazing. The view as the sun set on the water was spectacular and to top it all off we awoke to find otters playing in the water right outside the cottage. We have raved about this place and Donnie to all our friends and highly recommend this place. We would definitely stay here again and hope to do so one day.

4 of us stayed one night in the Sea Captain's House at Dunaverty Rock, while walking the Kintyre Way, which passes very close to the property. The window seat in the living room provides a great view across Dunaverty Bay, with lots of wildlife-watching opportunities, while out the back of the property is a lovely little cove surrounded by cliffs and more wildlife. A memorable spot. Donnie the owner is particularly friendly and helpful.

Outstanding first Class!! A must stay especially if you are walking the Kintyre Way. Beautiful surroundings matches the interior of accommodation. Donnie is an absolute gem. Highly recommended

We stayed 2 wonderful nights in the Summer Cottage and wished we could have stayed longer. This is a beautiful, tranquil place ideally situated with fantastic sea views and sunsets. This was our first visit to Kintyre and for any future trips we will definitely head back to the Dunaverty Rock Boathouse. Our host, Donnie, is great and he made us feel welcome. He greeted us warmly after our 16.5 mile hike from Campbeltown, even helping me off with my walking boots! We can highly recommend the Dunaverty Rock Boathouse and its stunning views. It is ideally situated as it's on The Kintyre Way. It is a short walk to the village of Southend where there is small shop, nice tea-room and a welcoming pub that serves meals. Thanks Donnie for a great stay.

Booked for three nights then added an extra one. Would have loved to stay longer and will definitely return. As all have said Donnie is the perfect host. So welcoming and helpful. He goes out of his way to make your stay special.

The Lifeboat Studio is in a fantastic location right next to the beach and the site of the old Dunaverty Castle and at the end of the Kintyre Way. The studio was exceptionally clean and all the beds were very comfortable for us four walkers. The shower was also excellent. It is a very peaceful location. Only minor points ( if you are bothered about technology ) is that the phone signal and wifi is intermittent. The Owner Donnie is exceptional. He made us feel very welcome. He offered to do some washing for us and then drove us to Campeltown early the following morning refusing any payment so that we could catch an early bus to Tarbet and ferry to start the Cowal Way walk. It would have been good to have stayed here for more than just the one night. Cheers Marc, Stu, Steve and Ned (The WalkingTheBeat Team)

This was our second visit, having fallen in love with place last year. This is the ideal location for those who enjoy getting away from it all. The quiet beach, beautiful scenery and amazing wildlife make this a great place to unwind. The accommodation is well maintained, sits right on the beach and is complimented by the owner (Donny) who ensures his guests are well looked after.

Donald ist ein großartiger Gastgeber mit einem außergewöhnlich schönen und ausgefallenem Studio direkt am Meer im einzigartiger Landschaft! Man lebt quasi mitten in der Natur. Phantastisch! Wir hoffen, noch einmal dort hin zu kommen. Ralf und Claudia (Google translate) Donald is a great host with an exceptionally beautiful and fancy studio by the sea in a unique landscape! You live in the middle of nature. Fantastic! We hope to go there again. Ralf and Claudia

Erstklassige Lage, sensationeller Blick, tolle Wohnung. Spektakulär, aber ohne Tamtam und darum wohltuend. Unfassbar schön! (Google translate) First class location, sensational view, great apartment. Spectacular, but without fanfare and therefore soothing. Unbelievably pretty!

A great property at a beautiful spot. I can't recommend it enough. Every practical detail has been thought of to make a comfortable stay. The restoration of the building has been done with sensitivity and care and it was warm and quiet even on blustery days. We were delighted to see otters (as well as seals) right in front of the house. Great walking (and golf) starts right outside the door. Donnie is a great host, friendly, helpful and available but unobtrusive. Would love to stay again.

This cottage is amazing. In a perfect location right on the beach. Could sit for hours watching the sea and spotting seals and an otter. Cottage is very well equipped and Donnie the owner is never far away and goes that little bit extra to help you. Would highly recommend a stay here if you are looking for a base to do lots of walking or just to chill and relax. Thanks Donnie, you have a great property.