Title: Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=30040342&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests Cottage in Oban with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests ![TV, fireplace - Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30040400/30040342/38daf3ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30040400/30040342/8e34b599.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30040400/30040342/780c468b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30040400/30040342/467e0eff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests (Oban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30040400/30040342/7ecc3729.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Overlooking the tennis court and stables, The Blacksmiths Cottage is in an idyllic setting on the banks of River Oude. Step out into a small garden area with garden seating fenced to the river’s edge through patio doors from the living room or enjoy open-plan sitting room equipped with CTV, DVD and spacious double bedroom with en-suite shower room. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6989 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests The Blacksmiths Cottage is situated on the banks of the River Oude and is in an idyllic setting overlooking the tennis court and stables. A patio door from the living room opens onto the privacy of a small garden area with garden seating fenced to the river’s edge. The garden is securely fenced and extends around three sides of the cottage. Car parking is at the side and to the rear of the cottage. The cottage front door leads into a small hall and into the open-plan sitting room (equipped with a double sofa bed for occasional guests, CTV, DVD)/dining area/kitchen (with oven, hob, fridge with ice-box, microwave & dishwasher) with open fire; spacious double bedroom with en-suite shower room (with walk-in electric shower cubicle, w.c & wash-hand basin); twin bedroom; bathroom (with bath, over-bath electric shower, w.c. & wash-hand basin). Large patio doors overlook the river and open out into the garden. The double and twin bedrooms are at the rear of the cottage and are divided by the main bathroom. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 989 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111490000/111487200/111487123/c256f8fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Sea View Pods Pennyghael - Ocean view - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=111487123&PinnedHotelID=111487123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33340000/33338800/33338772/bc4f473e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ranald Apartments Oban - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Microwave - Living/dining area 8.6 Excellent 66 reviews £90 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=33338772&PinnedHotelID=33338772&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112910000/112903800/112903751/d7cb0c1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Glencruitten House Oban - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Bar 9.8 Exceptional 23 reviews £337 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=112903751&PinnedHotelID=112903751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900718/a6ee496a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ranald Hotel Oban - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Bar - Housekeeping 8.2 Very good 323 reviews £125 includes taxes & fees 29 Dec - 30 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=11900718&PinnedHotelID=11900718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7830000/7825400/7825339/25fb4b62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Kelvin Hotel Oban - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Business services - Bar 8.4 Very good 545 reviews £90 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=7825339&PinnedHotelID=7825339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:00 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 not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 22813 ## About the area ![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%7C56.26728%2C-5.49460&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FSPaxhUBauF7Xns2M-nKnGoZ-sE=) Oban, Argyll and Bute #### What's nearby - Kilmeford Church \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 miles - Arduaine Garden \- 8 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Clachan Bridge \- 21 min drive \- 13.3 miles - Loch Awe \- 22 min drive \- 14.2 miles - Oban Ferry Terminal \- 29 min drive \- 18.7 miles #### Getting around - Oban Connel Ferry Station - 24 min drive - Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 159 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chartroom II - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Crafty Kitchen - ‬12 min drive - ‪Shower of Herring - ‬8 min walk - ‪Lord Of The Isles - ‬9 min drive - ‪Tigh-An-Truish - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests have a pool? ### Is Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests? ### What time is check-in at Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests? ### What time is check-out at Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests? ### Where is Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Blacksmiths Cottage - a detached cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 18 Sept 2019 #### Dr Sanders Edinburgh Beautiful cottage. We really enjoyed our stay and the stream behind and private garden was a treat. The facilities as always are wonderful and I hope that the shower of herring is open fully next year. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 14 Jul 2019 #### Another Wonderful Week At Melfort Village Our second visit and definitely don’t regret coming back. Beautiful location, wonderful accommodation and onsite facilities. Staff are so friendly and go above and beyond to make your stay a great one. Particularly enjoyed our meal at The Lord of the Isles, great food and customer service. We also ate onsite which was lovely too. Melfort Village is beautifully kept and a excellent place to go with children and your four legged friend. We would love to return again in the future. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 24 Jun 2019 #### brilliant holiday extension for us with our two dogs Fabulous quiet spot with brilliant views and a Scottish river (decent sized babbling brook) adjacent to the garden. Very dog friendly place and a decent bar and restaurant. Couldn't ask for more. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 18 Mar 2019 #### Lovely cottage in a beautiful location. We enjoyed our stay at Melfort Village all the staff were great, friendly and very helpful, we had a problem with the heating which was dealt with without delay. We found the cottage cold but the weather on the week we were there was awful, the heating bill at the end of our stay was very expensive but they are in the process of upgrading the old storage heaters. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 12 Nov 2018 #### Shoal of herring The shoal of herring really is very poor now. That’s plenty of characters submitted. No wonder the restaurant is so empty. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 9 Jul 2018 #### Highly Recommend A Stay At Melfort Village Our family have just returned from a wonderful week at Melfort Village. Weather was amazing and the Melfort Village was just as good. Relaxing and so much to see and do. Onsite facilities were excellent. Staff were always pleasant and helpful. Definitely recommend eating at The Shower of Herring the restaurant onsite, Kat and her team were warm and welcoming and food delicious. Will definitely be back. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 12 May 2017 #### Blacksmiths Cottage at Melfort Village This cottage provides great comfort in this idyllic setting. No problem chilling out here. Paradise. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 30 Apr 2017 #### All very enjoyable but I am sure I have completed this survey last week an excellent cottage in a very good location. It was a pity about the power cut but it did not really affect our visit. I had to book for three nights but at the time of booking I knew that I could on,y stay two nights. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay 15 Jan 2017 #### Melfort Village Blacksmiths cottage 30 December 2016\. This was our first visit to this site and all I can say was everything was excellent from the welcome we got on arrival from the reception staff, the Cottage its self was very clean and well kept probably the best Rci Exchange we have had, the evening entertainment was first class and well organised. I would recommend this venue to anyone. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 12 Dec 2016 #### Great few days away There was no need for me to be worried about what to find when we got to the cottage, it was very well kitted out and cosy. Great place to get away for a while, plenty to do around the cottage and Oban is about 25 mins drive for a visit. Staff were lovely and very accommodating of our puppy. Only negative is i would have preferred feather/down bedding but understand synthetic is easier due to the chance of people with allergies/asthma etc. Will very likely return. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Claymore Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-CLAYMORE-HOTEL.h57956439.Hotel-Information) > > [Marine Troon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Troon-Hotels-The-Marine-Hotel.h554927.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Inverness-Airport.h40011708.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont St Andrews](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Andrews-Hotels-Fairmont-St-Andrews.h663479.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunkeld House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunkeld-Hotels-Dunkeld-House-Hotel.h520427.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dundee-Hotels-Apex-City-Quay-Hotel-Spa.h897382.Hotel-Information) > > [Adamton Country House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Prestwick-Hotels-Adamton-Country-House-Hotel.h3277768.Hotel-Information) > > [Glynhill Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Renfrew-Hotels-Glynhill-Hotel.h868692.Hotel-Information) > > [JA Mar Hall Scotland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishopton-Hotels-Mar-Hall-Golf-Spa-Resort.h1077249.Hotel-Information) > > [Loch Long Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-Loch-Long-Hotel.h16270964.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stirling Highland Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stirling-Hotels-The-Stirling-Highland-Hotel.h558482.Hotel-Information) > > [The Victoria Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirkcaldy-Hotels-The-Victoria-Hotel.h4482159.Hotel-Information) > > [The George Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inveraray-Hotels-The-George-Hotel.h24458716.Hotel-Information) > > [Inglewood House and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alloa-Hotels-Inglewood-House-And-Spa.h12709295.Hotel-Information) > > [The Caledonian Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-William-Hotels-The-Caledonian-Hotel.h13407571.Hotel-Information) > > [Cameron House on Loch Lomond](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Cameron-House-On-Loch-Lomond.h980306.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Glasgow-Airport.h519994.Hotel-Information) > > [Moness Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberfeldy-Hotels-Moness-Resort.h2955414.Hotel-Information) > > [Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pitlochry-Hotels-Fonab-Castle-Hotel-Spa.h5991409.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pitlochry-Hotels-The-Pitlochry-Hydro-Hotel.h1854094.Hotel-Information) > > [Dakota Eurocentral](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Motherwell-Hotels-Dakota-Eurocentral.h1516635.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waverley Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melrose-Hotels-The-Waverley-Castle-Hotel.h13431010.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunblane-Hotels-Apex-Dunblane-Hydro-Hotel.h520461.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Duchally Country Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auchterarder-Hotels-CLC-Duchally-Country-Estate-Hotel-Resort.h79023.Hotel-Information) > > [Riverside Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Irvine-Hotels-Riverside-Lodge-Hotel.h8519.Hotel-Information) > > [Arrochar Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-Arrochar-Hotel.h1423391.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Glasgow-Airport.h809324.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bellshill-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Glasgow-Strathclyde.h520473.Hotel-Information) ---