Title: Fircliff - The House on Bute Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Fircliff - The House on Bute Cottage in Rothesay with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37250000/37242800/37242766/e200b7d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37250000/37242800/37242766/4cbd892c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37250000/37242800/37242766/92026c72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37250000/37242800/37242766/65755431.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37250000/37242800/37242766/5ccc1fb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Fircliff - The House on Bute. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Fircliff - The House on Bute Fircliff - The House on Bute is the ideal choice for families or for groups of friends to enjoy the stunning sea views and the beautiful island.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Kitchen/dining room: Range, Microwave, Slow Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Patio Doors Leading To Garden Utility Room: Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Separate Toilet. First Floor: Living room: 32" Freeview TV, Woodburner Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, 42" Freeview TV, Nintendo Wii, Table football, Games Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Second Floor: Bedroom 4: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 5: Sleigh Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 6: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Bunk (3ft) Beds. Gas central heating (underfloor on lower ground floor and bedroom 1), gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack.. Large enclosed lawned garden with terraces and BBQ. Private parking for 1 car; additional on road parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a step in the garden and a drop on the terraces.. Fircliff - The House on Bute is a superb waterside, B-listed Georgian property sitting within a large and enclosed walled garden. The accommodation is over three floors with unobstructed sea views from all main rooms over Loch Striven, the Firth of Clyde and the surrounding hills. It is a fabulous setting for groups or large families to get together in the exquisitely presented rooms with many unique items of furniture and design features. The kitchen and dining area is the focal point of the house and can easily accommodate all fourteen guests round the large bespoke dining table. There are four en-suite bedrooms with showers, the master bedroom having an additional cast iron roll-top bath, one family bathroom and one cloakroom. The younger party members can be accommodated in a room with twin beds and a bunk bed. In addition a dual purpose room with twin beds can double up as a games room. The boot/utility room offers space for outdoor wear, a drying rack, a washing machine and dog bed and crate. The adjacent shoreline offers easy access to launch kayaks and other water craft. Larger boats can also be launched locally. There is plenty to do on the Isle of Bute, from adventure experiences to watching wildlife to visiting historical sites. There are many popular walks around the island, including the West Island Way. Recommendations are given and the boot room comes into its own for wet coats, muddy boats and mucky dogs! The quiet roads lends to excellent cycling, and the house in on the route of the 5 Ferry Challenge. Fishing is available on the inland and coastal waters. Loch Fad is 3½ miles away where you can rent a boat to fish for rainbow and brown trout or pike. The loch was also the location used for the first run of the recently restored Bluebird. There are three golf courses (9, 13 and 18 holes) on the island along with a putting green in Rothesay. There are sandy beaches galore where, if lucky, you can spy ospreys, terns, basking sharks, humpback whales, dolphins and seals. The Isle of Bute has been an important island historically, with marks left on the island that can be visited, from standing stones, to the location of a Viking parliament and more recently Rothesay Castle. Mount Stuart House and Gardens offers a fantastic day visit and the St Blane’s Chapel is situated in a tranquil corner of the island. The Discovery Centre houses a 97 seater cinema with weekly showings. In the summer you can book tickets to take a trip on the famous paddle steamer The Waverley. The nearby Port Bannantyne offers a marina, pubs, restaurant, post office/shop and petanque club. The main ferry crossing from Wemyss Bay to Rothesay takes approximately 35 minutes and for access to the Cowal Peninsula the ferry from Rhubodach to Colintraive (only a 10-minute drive away) takes only 3 minutes, both do not need to be booked in advance. There is an excellent bus service on the island. Beach 3 miles. Shop ½ mile, pub 550 yards and restaurant ¼ mile. Free WiFi There are drops in the garden. Only dogs allowed at the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking (max 1 space) - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Freezer ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the marina ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33100000/33092400/33092394/7e804c54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country Property, Spectacular Seaviews & Hot Tub, 6 en-suite bedrooms Sleeps 12+ Ascog - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.4 Very good 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=33092394&PinnedHotelID=33092394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117810000/117803400/117803315/6749703a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Church Isle of Bute Rothesay - Kitchen - Washer - Parking available - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=117803315&PinnedHotelID=117803315&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104030000/104023700/104023604/6dfce6f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Island SeaView Villa Rothesay - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=104023604&PinnedHotelID=104023604&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101430000/101423000/101422933/583ece40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large Apartment in Rothesay on The Isle of Bute Isle of Bute - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=101422933&PinnedHotelID=101422933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82820000/82813700/82813643/44e11a07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Argyll Barn - Seven Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 14 Colintraive - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=82813643&PinnedHotelID=82813643&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95991400/95991312/df6d48ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great for large groups Hot tubs, fire pit, water views Sleeps 17 Pet friendly Dunoon - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=95991312&PinnedHotelID=95991312&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34740000/34737200/34737162/470d49bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bute House - Great Sea Views! 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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 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 Registration Number AR01593F 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 su-UK11214-UK11214 ## About the area Rothesay is home to this cottage. Bute Museum and Colintraive Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rothesay Castle and Victorian Toilets. Ardencraig Gardens and Benmore Botanic Garden are also worth visiting. [Visit our Rothesay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rothesay.dx9645) [View more Cottages in Rothesay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rothesay-Cottages.d9645-aaCottages.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%7C55.85948%2C-5.06993&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aPqm2F6GS2AHymCp0EpoZ74_thI=) Port Bannatyne, near Rothesay, Isle of Bute, Unknown ### What's nearby - Rothesay Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Rothesay Castle - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Bute Museum - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles - Rosslyn Castle - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles - Mount Stuart - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles ### Getting around - Wemyss Bay Station - 49 min drive - Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 103 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Jade Garden - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Colintraive Hotel - ‬16 min drive - ‪Black Bull Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Kettledrum - ‬3 min drive - ‪Golfers Bar - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fircliff - The House on Bute pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Fircliff - The House on Bute? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fircliff - The House on Bute? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Fircliff - The House on Bute located? > Situated in Rothesay, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Rothesay Ferry Terminal, Victorian Toilets and Rothesay Castle. Bute Museum and Rothesay Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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