Ivybank Villa
Ivybank Villa is an elegant, beautifully restored Georgian Villa with spectacular, panoramic views over Rothesay Bay to the scenic Cowal hills and Peninsula.
Built and occupied by a ‘Captain John Stuart’ (namesake of Lord Bute, without the ‘Crichton’!) in 1795, the house sits in over two acres of exotically planted gardens which are a haven for ‘resident’ wildlife such as deer, owls, bats, hedgehogs, fish and the full spectrum of wild birds.
We are central for all local amenities/activities, yet at the same time completely private with no passing pedestrians or cars.
Munro’s Bed & Breakfast
Bute’s No. 1 B & B on Trip Advisor, Munro’s opened for business in August 2007 after extensive internal upgrading and decoration plus a good lick of paint on the outside. (We used low VOC paints throughout the re-design to minimise the toxic emissions - and smells - normally associated with standard paints.)
At Munro’s relax and enjoy our quiet location up on the hill in Ardbeg. Our large garden has marvellous views over the bay and on beautiful mornings you can have your breakfast on the terrace. You may even spot a fish in the lily-pond.
All our beautifully decorated rooms are ensuite - one with a whirlpool bath - and also include flat screen TV’s, wireless broadband access, underfloor heating in the bathrooms, lovely soft bathrobes, speciality teas and luxury toiletries.
Ardencraig House Holiday Apartments
Four extremely spacious and comfortable apartments in a beautifully converted Georgian mansion. Carefully located in a sheltered position overlooking the Firth of Clyde, the house stands in large gardens which are occasionally visited by the local deer and other wildlife.
All the apartments are fully equipped and have a sea view across the Firth of Clyde to the Ayrshire coast. Garden furniture is provided for you to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility of Ardencraig House Apartments.
Only one minute from Ardencraig Gardens. Here you will see during the summer months beautiful displays of flowers and plants.Also only a 5 minute walk down to the beach and a 5 minute drive to Mount Stuart House.
The principal owners of Ardencraig House, David and Elaine Daniels,came to visit Bute for a day in 2003 and decided to stay permanently. You will understand why when you visit Bute, Scotland’s Unexplored Isle.
Pets are welcome by prior arrangement only.
Ardbeg Lodge Hotel & Restaurant
A friendly welcome awaits you at the Ardbeg Lodge Hotel and Restaurant. Situated on the shore road between Rothesay and Port Bannatyne with outstanding views to Loch Striven and the Firth of Clyde.
Convenient for all local amenities. Golf ,Fishing, Bowling, Horse riding, cycling and walking are some of the many actives on offer on the Beautiful Island of Bute. The excellent Table d’Hote Menu changes each evening taking advantage of the fresh local produce.
Our A La Carte Menu is also available at an extra charge and can be served in either the Restaurant or the Lounge Bar. Our Double or twin rooms are en-suite, situated on the first and second floor and are equipped with colour T.V. and hospitality trays.
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The Boat House
The Boat House is a beautiful seafront Guest House situated in Rothesay on the Isle of Bute. The house offers the discerning visitor a warm inviting ambience with all modern conveniences.
Paul and Sara have created a simple yet elegant interior that should appeal to the weariest of travellers. You immediately have a sense of quality in all the rooms, a quality which extends to the service that the owners provide. We want even a short stop-over to be a long term memory, for all the right reasons!
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Balmory Hall
It has always been our ambition to recreate the atmosphere of a Victorian house party, where guests would arrive tired from their travels and workaday world, to be greeted and cared for by their hosts. An oasis of peace and tranquility Balmory Hall, grade A listed, is a special place in an area of remarkable natural beauty.
Overlooking Ascog Bay, with a colony of seals, Balmory Hall is set in 6 acres of private grounds, where deer, owls, hawks, hares and a myriad of other wild life visit, the Hall enjoys one of the most idyllic settings on the island. You can often hear the silence; the remarkable feeling of personal well-being this generates is one of the reasons many guests return again and again.
When Mount Stuart House was destroyed by fire in 1878 the 3rd Marquess of Bute and his family lived at Balmory Hall until his own Gothic mansion was completed.
We have been fortunate enough to live here since 1999 and have sympathetically restored Balmory to preserve the elegance of opulent bygone times, providing spacious ensuite bedrooms and breakfast and individual self-catering or serviced apartments. The Lodge stands alone and is ideal for guests seeking complete seclusion.
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The Moorings B & B
The Moorings is a charming Victorian Lodge (1850) situated in its own grounds on a quiet conservation shoreline with spectacular views and is close to all amenities including Mount Spacious Stuart House and several excellent restaurants
- Suites comfortable beds and seating
- Premier, Double, twin, Single and family suites available
- Ensuite facilities in all rooms
- Hospitality trays
- Colour TV’s and VCR’s in all rooms
- Hair driers, shaving points and radio alarm
- Complimentary fruit bowl
- Garden seating
- Free guest book and video library
- Private car parking
- Wedding parties especially welcome
- Secure storage area for walkers & cyclists
- Full central heating
- Choice of breakfast menu
Palmyra Guest House
One of the Palmyra bedrooms
Dee & Jim welcome you to our Victorian home, on the beautiful Island of Bute. Enjoy a relaxing break at the Palmyra and savour the spectacular views over Rothesay Bay and the Argyll Hills beyond. The Palmyra is situated on the waterfront a few minutes from the ferry. Start your break with a leisurely Scottish breakfast, served in our unique Conservatory, which has panoramic views across the bay. Watch the world sail by in a totally relaxed atmosphere! The Conservatory and its spectacular views. All the bedrooms are centrally heated, ensuite with colour TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Relax and enjoy the ambience we have created in the Residents Lounge.
Freezer facilities are available for your “catch of the day”. Ample car parking available. Whatever your reason for visiting Rothesay, for business or pleasure, you will find out why our guests say “we’ll be back”.
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Morningside Holiday Flats
Located on the picturesque Serpentine Road, Morningside is a gracious Victorian conversion with fine views accross town towards Rothesay Bay and the hills beyond.
Four flats provide choice with double, twin, triple and family sleeping arrangements.Groups can book a combination of the flats to keep the whole party in one location.
Morningside is centrally located in the main town just off the main centre of town but on a quiet road. Close to local restaurants, pubs, supermarkets and many of the local amenities, including just 5 mins walk from Rothesay Gold Course.
The Bayview Hotel
A friendly Scottish welcome awaits from the McGregor family now in their 14th year at the Bayview. One of Butes’ finest Victorian seafront terraced houses newly upgraded to four stars.
This elegant house is ideally situated on the quiet Craigmore shore with panoramic views over Rothesay Bay and looking up towards Loch Striven and the famous Kyles of Bute and is only ten minutes walk from the town centre of Rothesay and the ferry terminal
Relax and enjoy the Victorian grandeur of days gone by in this beautiful building with many of its original features still intact. The Bayview offers a choice of menu, has a residents licence, private parking and is non-smoking throughout.