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Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire

Beachfront chalet on waterfront Tighnabruaich location

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A room with a sofa and armchair facing a large window with a view of a body of water and mountains.
A beach with a curved shoreline, trees on the left, and distant mountains.
A living room with two beige sofas, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.
A kitchen with a dining area, featuring a white table with clear chairs, a stone backsplash, and wooden beams.
A table set for a meal with white bowls, cutlery, and a bottle of wine.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4969 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Otter Ferry, Argyll & Bute
  • Place, Kilfinan Community Hall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, New Castle Lachlan
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunans Castle
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tighnabruaich

On the beach.A stay at this chalet places you within half a mile (1 km) of Loch Fyne and 6 miles (10 km) of Kilfinan Community Hall. New Castle Lachlan and Old Castle Lachlan are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kilfinan Community Hall - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • New Castle Lachlan - 25 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Dunans Castle - 27 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Old Castle Lachlan - 28 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Loch Long - 47 min drive - 26.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dunoon Station - 63 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oystercatcher - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 35 - ‬79 min drive
  • ‪The Smiddy Bistro - ‬79 min drive
  • ‪The Rumblin Tum - Bistro - ‬83 min drive
  • ‪Lee Garden - ‬79 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire

Clamshell Lodge is a newly refurbished two bedroom lodge. Perfectly located in a spectacular setting on the shores of Otter Ferry. Sister property to the popular Oystershell Lodge Clamshell is also designed to enjoy a relaxed holiday with picturesque views. A perfect cosy hide-away to unwind in a beautiful and tranquil setting.

Interior
The modern and comfortable lodge comprises of a spacious open plan living area with comfy lounges, TV, and an inviting wood burning stove. Spectacular loch views are featured from the comforts in your living room through the large patio door windows leading out to a decking area, only metres from the shoreline. View the changing tides and abundance of sea birds.

The new well equipped kitchen features modern appliances, including a full-size oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave oven and dishwasher. The open dining area seats up to 4 guests.

One of the highlights of Clamshell Lodge is the open plan living and views. The Master bedroom offers woodland views and there is a spacious twin bedroom with side sea views and both sharing the family bathroom featuring a large walk in shower.

Explore
The lodge is ideally situated on the waterfront in the privately owned Ballimore Estate, a wonderful base to explore the boundless historical and scenic attractions that are on offer in this beautiful region, to the many leisure pursuits including walking, hiking, cycling, fishing and sailing, there is something for all.

Within walking distance (0.8 mile) the well-known Oystercatcher pub restaurant in Otter Ferry located right on the waterfront offering first class food and award-winning ales brewed locally in the nearby Fyne Ales Brewery at the top of Loch Fyne.

Ideal for small family holidays, a romantic break or a special occasion. Pets are very welcome.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 969 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

552252
New 2019 Shore Front Location on Loch Fyne Sleeps 4 log Fire

Frequently asked questions

How close is Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire to the airport?

This chalet is 73.7 mi (119-min drive) away from the Glasgow International Airport (GLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this chalet.

How close is Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire to the beach?

This chalet is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire offer free breakfast?

This chalet does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire?

No, there is no casino at this chalet.

What time is check-in at Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire?

Free parking is not available at this chalet.

Does Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire have a pool?

This chalet does not have a pool.

Does Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this chalet.

How close is Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire to downtown Tighnabruaich?

This chalet is 0.2 mi away from Otter Ferry.

Shore front location on Loch Fyne, sleeps 4, log fire Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious living room, warm and comfortable

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
We just had an amazing 5 nights at clam shell. The location is just stunning, a fantastic place to relax. The pub being so close is perfect too, we ate there twice and absolutely delicious food. The lodge itself needs some updating, when we arrived parts hadn’t been cleaned very well, however we didn’t let this ruin our stay I just gave it a quick clean. The beds are very comfy! The kitchen is well equipped. We would definitely return and would recommend to anyone wanting to experience total peace and beautiful nature. Our dogs did pick up some ticks while there though - which I suppose is part of staying in this sort of location. However I think a first aid kit in the lodge including a tick remover would be helpful along with the contact details of a local vets etc. All round we had a great time and this place is wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in der Clam Shell Lodge! Die Ungebung ist unglaublich schön und wir genossen die Ruhe und den Blick auf das Wasser. Es war für alles gesorgt, was wir für einen entspannten Aufenthalt brauchten und unser Familienhund war auch willkommen. Es gab immer die Möglichkeit, einen Ansprechpartner bei Fragen zu kontaktieren. In der unmittelbaren Gegend gibt es, wie im Inserat angegeben, keine Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, aber es gibt sogar die Möglichkeit, Bestellungen aufzugeben und beliefert zu werden! Somit konnten wir uns ganz auf unsere Entspannung konzentrieren. Wir hatten unsere Stand Up Paddleboards mitgebracht und konnten diese durch den direkten Wasserzugang perfekt nutzen. Alles in allem ist diese Unterkunft nur zu empfehlen und wir kommen gern wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nikki E.

10 out of 10 for location

The location of Clamshell lodge is perfect. You an sit and watch the sun go down over the Loch from the comfort of the sofa through the big picture windows. The lodge offers peace and tranquility, exactly what we needed. Fantastic pub serving delicious food a 10 minute walk away is the icing on the cake. Make sure you bring plenty of supplies as it is a trek to get to the shops. Despite not having great weather we had a really lovely stay and we would definitely book again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful location

Wonderful location and very peaceful stay. Very comfortable stay in the cabin, very quiet with great views and lovely walks in area. Would suggest to owners that they provide some further information for visitors, regarding how to work hot water etc and perhaps a few more pieces of crockery/pans. If there had been more than 2 of us there would have been a struggle.. Would recommend for a peaceful and re-energizing stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heaven!

Perfect location - yes it's miles from anywhere but bring your supplies and you'll never need anything! We had various days out at beaches, and did the ferry to Tarbet one day. Kids swam in the loch and played on the rope swing. Perfectly appointed kitchen (could have used some scissors and sharp knives but it's a little thing). Beds were really comfy and never heard a peep from the children after all the Scottish air! Will definitely be back. Thanks so much for Tristan's help when we had a flat battery on the day we left! absolute gem!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful peaceful haven

The Clamshell is a lovely comfy lodge in a setting that is breath taking, whatever the weather. We immediately felt relaxed and at peace. The lodge owner was amazing and on hand if needed. The Oystercatcher at Otter Ferry a must for super food, drinks and service, just a 20 minute walk away. Come prepared with supplies of food and drinks and then simply relax and enjoy. The best short break we have had in a long time. We will be back. Thank you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Perfect retreat

We loved our stay at Clamshell Lodge. Beautiful countryside and a fantastic view from the lodge. We will definitely come again.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Linda M.

Dirty kitchen

On arrival the kitchen had brown sauce (?) and sticky marks on 2 wall unit doors, crumbs from last guests in fridge and toaster, an unbelievably (needs professionally cleaned) filthy, greasy oven (as were oven trays), (when I eventually used it blue smoke emanated out of it...never seen anything like it). Old half empty food packets from previous guests in a wall unit. Also the kitchen "tidy" held some fairy liquid, a used "white" now grey cloth, a used green scourer and a used dirty face mask!! (what pandemic)?? Kettle unusable due to thick white residue presumably from area having hard water. Kitchen bin when I emptied it had an old tea bag stuck to bottom and had never been cleaned for some time by the look of it. Toilet seat broken...only one hinge. Shower tiles and sealant had lots of mould which was a shame as it's a nice shower unit. Cobwebs on all high interior areas of lodge and on window ledges. Whole lodge needs painted internally and externally (decking and picnic table). Windows and glass door at decking area require to be cleaned. With regard to Health and Safety...no railing on steps down from decking and some wood on decking starting to rot. There is no actual step at side door...only some sort of makeshift (shaky) slab. Beds clean and comfortable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Beautiful peaceful spot for short break

We enjoyed our stay. Clamshell was lovely and light and comfortable with glorious views of Loch Fyne. It was peaceful and there were great paths for safe walking. We ate mostly at the property but one night walked (20 minutes) to the inn at Otter Ferry where the food was excellent.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Beautiful peaceful spot for short break

We enjoyed our stay. Clamshell was lovely and light and comfortable with glorious views of Loch Fyne. It was peaceful and there were great paths for safe walking. We ate mostly at the property but one night walked (20 minutes) to the inn at Otter Ferry where the food was excellent.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Beautiful peaceful spot for short break

We enjoyed our stay. Clamshell was lovely and light and comfortable with glorious views of Loch Fyne. It was peaceful and there were great paths for safe walking. We ate mostly at the property but one night walked (20 minutes) to the inn at Otter Ferry where the food was excellent.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Beautiful peaceful spot for short break

We enjoyed our stay. Clamshell was lovely and light and comfortable with glorious views of Loch Fyne. It was peaceful and there were great paths for safe walking. We ate mostly at the property but one night walked (20 minutes) to the inn at Otter Ferry where the food was excellent.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

Resting in Scotland

If there is a more peaceful place on gods green earth, then point me to it, clamshell lodge is so quiet and peaceful, it was the perfect place to chill and wind down, it was my first holiday for 20 years and I will definitely be going back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Relaxing by Loch Fyne

An idyllic setting, truly away from it all. We enjoyed being in such a beautiful place and the weather was mostly kind to us. Amazing to have the beach so close. Enjoyed meals at the Oystercatcher and explored a little further afield too. All was as advertised.

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