Let us help you find country cottages in and near Campbeltown in Scotland.  Campbeltown is a Scottish seaside town located not far from the Mull of Kintyre on the Kintyre peninsula.  The Kintyre peninsula is an unspoilt landscape of hills and lochs, with sandy beaches dotted along the way. It’s a popular area for walkers with short routes across beaches and through forests as well as longer trails like the Kintyre Way walk.  Enjoy browsing for self-catering accommodation from romantic cottages for two through to large coastal cottages in and near Campbeltown.

There is an information centre in Campbeltown which is worth visiting for useful hints and tips on things to do and places to go.  Also worth a visit is the Campbeltown Heritage Centre which is open from April to September.  At this centre you can learn more about historically important industries such as farming, fishing and whisky production.  More of the region’s history is revealed by the ruins of Tarbert castle overlooking Loch Fyne and in the stunning 13th century castle at Skipness with its views over to the Isle of Arran.

Enjoy walks by the seafront whilst on a cottage holiday and take in the sea air or take a trek along one of the nature trails near Campbeltown.  These trails can be great ways to encounter the region’s wildlife, which include golden eagles. Nature lovers should also head to the Machrihanish Bird Observatory which has great facilities for viewing unusual visiting birds and common seals.  If you like to keep active whilst on a cottage break you may want to do some golfing.  There are a number of courses along the peninsula including the Dunaverty Golf Club, the Machrihanish Golf Club, and the Machrihanish Dunes Club.

The Mull of Kintyre is just an easy drive of around 10 miles from Campbeltown.  The Mull of Kintyre’s beauty has of course been made famous by Sir Paul McCartney’s hit song.  Experience wonderful country and coastal views near the Mull of Kintyre whilst on a self-catering break.  Along the way you can come across moorlands, beaches, cliffs and hills.  For your own protection do take care when visiting the lighthouse at the Mull of Kintyre, the incline is very steep.  Whatever type of self-catering accommodation you opt for, we trust that you will enjoy exploring this part of Scotland.