Title: Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=46508579&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden Family-friendly holiday home with a hot tub, near Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park ## Photo gallery for Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden ![Exterior - Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden (Kilmun)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46510000/46508600/46508579/e3b8ed88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden (Kilmun)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46510000/46508600/46508579/765427f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden (Kilmun)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46510000/46508600/46508579/ca9d4094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden (Kilmun)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46510000/46508600/46508579/b4d80ffe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden (Kilmun)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46510000/46508600/46508579/b24b1f48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden Old Kilmun House was built by the Duke of Argyll in 1696 with stonework dating back to an earlier 16th or 17th Century house. The property was owned and lived in during the late 19th Century by sugar magnate, collector, philanthropist and founder of Benmore Gardens, James Duncan, and then by the Younger family. James Duncan planted 6 million trees at Benmore, but many of the finest were those he planted in the garden at Kilmun. The whole garden is yours to explore, see if you can find the tree swing or the table and chairs carved from a tree that had lived a few feet away for over 50 years. It was the Younger family who added the separately owned Victorian extension to the west side of the house. Our lovely neighbor Matthew lives in the extension, if you bump into him, feel free to ask him about any of the rare trees or birds in our garden. Please note, use of our Yurt costs an additional £200, but is included in our Retreat packages. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33270000/33262000/33261959/e4f8abff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury property sleeping 14 with extensive garden, sauna and hot-tub near Dunoon Ardentinny - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=33261959&PinnedHotelID=33261959&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36250000/36247900/36247811/c226eed2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Old Kilmun House Dunoon - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=36247811&PinnedHotelID=36247811&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=46508579&PinnedHotelID=46508579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=46508579,33261959,36247811) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 30 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Vrbo Property ## About the area Located in Dunoon, this holiday home is on a river. The Queens Hall and Castle House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Newark Castle and Castle Toward Residential School. Travelling with kids? Consider Benmore Botanic Garden, or check out an event or a game at Waterfront Leisure Complex. Scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby. [Visit our Dunoon travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunoon.dx5587) [View more Holiday homes in Dunoon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunoon-Private-Holiday-Homes.d5587-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.99736%2C-4.94368&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EUbVBXc3Z-Vyce2pZP1XvQ6DktU=) Kilmun, SCT ### What's nearby - ![Loch Earn which includes forest scenes and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088513/44bf7f49-1f78-4de4-8878-34cc40837d55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Benmore botanical gardens with the rain moving in. Really nice place for a day out. Lots to see and do and some nice viewpoints like this. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000012338/87e0e9e6-53bb-45dd-9ef1-eb98577a55e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Benmore Botanic Garden 6 min drive \- 3.2 miles - ![Loch Fyne with Highlands in Inveraray, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139926/5f1cc412-d667-4c9e-9fa0-8b8eb71ad2f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Loch Fyne 30 min drive \- 16.8 miles - Dunoon Ferry Terminal 12 min drive \- 6.8 miles ### Getting around - Dunoon Station 14 min drive - Glasgow International Airport (GLA) 68 min drive ### Restaurants - The Cafe at Kilcreggan 71 min drive - A.T. Hughes Lochside 66 min drive - The Spinnaker Hotel 37 min drive - The Lorne Bar 10 min drive - Anselmo's 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden? ### What time is check-in at Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden? ### What time is check-out at Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden? ### Where is Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful waterside historical country house with magnificent garden Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas Freeden 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely family together time Lovely spacious property with great character in beautiful location. Plenty for the children to do both inside and outside! Beautiful walks nearby - unfortunately the weather was mixed but we came prepared. ##### Nicholas Freeden Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Simone C., Australia 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property Wow, what a location and house. We stayed here with 3 families and there was plenty of room for everyone. The house is located overlooking the Holy Loch and old Kilmun church. Lovely to wake up to the birds every morning. Very peaceful. The house has everything you need, full kitchen and laundry and with 3 bathrooms everyone was happy. The teens loved using the spa while the adults loved sitting in the formal lounge. About a 15 minute drive into the main town of Dunoon. The only thing I could say needs improving is the kitchen could do with a clean out - lots of food products left in there when the rules state no food is to be left in the house and the pots and pans on the open sheaves need a good scrub. We would stay here again. ##### Simone C. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Iain M. 10 Aug 2020 Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy #### Superb Garden The highlight of this property is the superb garden. ##### Iain M. 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