Enjoying an elevated position with lovely sea views over rolling countryside and coastline, Ballygroggan Bungalow makes an excellent family holiday base, on the outskirts of Campbeltown on the Kintyre Peninsula.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Sky, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Utility Room: Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included, additional available locally. Highchair.. Enclosed garden with BBQ. Bike store. Electric car charging point. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Situated on a working sheep hill farm, high above the Kintyre coastline, Ballygroggan Bungalow is at the end of a long and winding road up into the back of beyond countryside, next to Machrihanish beaches and golf course.
This lovely, detached property offers uninterrupted views out across the Sound of Kintyre towards the islands of Islay, Jura and Gigha, and on exceptionally clear days, the coastline of Northern Ireland is also visible, 14 miles away. The Kintyre Way Walk passes through the back of the farmyard onto the higher hill with Cnoc Moy dominating the skyline. As well as birdwatching, the dynamic changing views of the sea and skies offer a haven of peace and tranquillity where you can enjoy a slower pace of life.
Renovated with loving care by the owners, the stunning open-plan living space with wood burner has views over the gardens and to coastline beyond. There are two cosy welcoming bedrooms, both served by a family shower room.
In Machrihanish, the beaches have soft white sand with an abundance of shells, as well as a children’s play park and a pub, which is open for food and drink all day.
Machrihanish has a world-renowned golf course and within a 20-mile radius of this area are five top quality courses. Ballygroggan is located close to the peaceful little coastal town of Campbeltown. Enjoying a better than average climate due to the warming Gulf Stream, as the palm trees on the sea front demonstrate, it is an ideal base for exploring the many attractions of the southern Kintyre Peninsula and the Southern Hebrides.
Surrounded by green hills and built around a scenic harbour, filled with yachts and soaring seagulls, Campbeltown is a bustling wee town with a great selection of restaurants, pubs, cafés, museums and playgrounds. Davaar Island in the bay can be visited to discover the world-famous cave painting. It also has several fine period buildings, including the oldest purpose-built retro cinema. Campbeltown is home to three whisky distilleries, Springbank, Glen Scotia and Kilkerran, which produce world renowned malt whiskies and offer distillery tours.
With ferries to Arran, Gigha, Islay, Jura and the Cowal Peninsula all within a short drive, there is plenty to explore. Outdoor enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice with great opportunities for wind and kite surfing, sea angling, scuba diving, cycling and horseriding, all available locally. There is abundant wildlife to see whilst out exploring including golden eagles, otters and seals.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Please bring your own padlock to use this facility.
Calmac ferry timetables are online but the direct crossing from Ardrossan to Campbeltown is on the Summer timetable only. The pre-weekend ferry arrives on Thursday evening so we are happy to offer Thursday - Sundays as long as booked in advance. Calmac operate a summer and winter timetable with direct ferries from Ardrossan into Campbeltown - check their website to marry up your intended stay.
Property has an outdoor double 240V socket which can be used for EV charging, but guests would need to bring lead/plug socket for their own car.
Scottish letting Licence no AR02573N
Letting licence No: AR02658N
