Title: Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=5157&destination=Ballachulish%2C+Scotland%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=57751691&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe ## Photo gallery for Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe ![Smart TV, books - Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe (Glencoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57751700/57751691/fbebbe6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe (Glencoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57751700/57751691/5b7dca65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe (Glencoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57751700/57751691/b548e152.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe (Glencoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57751700/57751691/0b0fb5b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe (Glencoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57751700/57751691/d2e108fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Glencoe, this traditional highland cottage welcomes you to a charming retreat. Relax in the comfortable lounge with wi-fi and smart TV or get inspired by the mountaineering library. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe A traditional highland cottage in the centre of Glencoe. Mountain climbing direct from the door. Newly refurbished whilst retaining period features. Warm and cosy to return to with a separate drying room with secure storage for skis, mountain bikes and all your climbing and walking gear. There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a brand new kitchen and a comfortable lounge complete with wi-fi, smart TV and a mountaineering library. The walls are adorned with maps of the area and historic mountaineering prints. Mountain views from all windows. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Traditional Newly Refurbished Traditional Cottage Newly Refurbished Ballachulish Traditional Cottage Newly Refurbished Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Glencoe, this holiday home is in the mountains. The Dragons Tooth Golf Course and Pixel Spirits Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loch Leven and Highland Titles Nature Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. 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I just loved the reflections](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7330/4479bcf8-692b-426c-9c39-58b8380f50f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Loch Leven 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Old Inverlochy Castle, Fort William, Scotland, Shutterstock ID 712825144, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494796/cedc7df5-7136-495c-aec5-c8eb673255c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Inverlochy Castle 30 min drive \- 21.3 miles - Glencoe Folk Museum 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Glencoe Lochan 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Glen Coe Visitor Centre 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Fort William Station 27 min drive - Inverness (INV) 143 min drive ### Restaurants - Clachaig Inn 3 min drive - Boots Bar (within Clachaig Inn) 3 min drive - The Bothy Bar 10 min drive - Crafts & Things 7 min walk - Quarry Cafe 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe? ### What time is check-in at Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe? ### What time is check-out at Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe? ### Where is Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Traditional Cottage in the centre of Glencoe Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cecilia H. 20 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortabel and cosy house The house is very complete and with enough privacy for 2 couples with a baby. The surrounding is excellent, specialy for walking ##### Cecilia H. Stayed 8 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alfons L. 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wir waren rundum zufrieden. ##### Alfons L. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott or Heather J. 3 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply amazing! 9 days, 100% happy with everything. Cozy, charming and everything you could need! zero complaints! ##### Scott or Heather J. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate F. 26 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fab stay in stunning Glencoe Duart Cottage is a lovely cottage in an excellent location. It is in the heart of Glencoe with fabulous views of the surrounding hills. We enjoyed a long weekend in what felt like a home from home with spacious bedrooms upstairs and a bedroom on the ground floor which is ideal for anyone who might struggle with stairs. The local shop is within a couple of minutes walking distance and there was easy access to local craft shops. We enjoyed numerous walks in the surrounding area with breathtaking views. We didn't need it but I can imagine that the drying room would be an excellent resource for anyone who has spent the day in the hills, either walking or skiing, with jackets, boots etc needing to dry before use the next day. We will definitely be booking another stay at Duart Cottage when we return to Glencoe. ##### Kate F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma D. 16 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Brightly decorated comfortable cottage We stayed at Duart cottage for a week up in the mountains. The cottage is brighter and more beautiful than in the pictures. It is very well equipped, decorated and furnished to a high standard and very comfortable. It is close to everything you would need in glen coe village and surrounded by beautiful scenery. We had a bit of a run in with the house manager as he had got mixed up with the check out dates. However, this was quickly resolved with with the owner. All in all, our time at the cottage was lovely. It will always be a special place for us as my boyfriend proposed to me during our trip at the top of Pap! ❤ Thank you Micheal for the fantastic accomodation ##### Emma D. 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