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The Clamshell

Riverfront apartment in Oban with kitchen

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The Clamshell, Oban offers a charming coastal retreat in the heart of town. Take in the vibrant atmosphere from your bright living space with views over bustling Oban. The calming oceanic theme and fully equipped kitchen create a relaxed feel, perfect for unwinding after exploring nearby restaurants and seafront.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Clamshell

Welcome to The Clamshell, Oban, a charming holiday apartment in the centre of town. Ideal for couples, families and friends looking for a comfortable and memorable stay, the calming colours create a relaxed feel and guests love the coastal theme throughout.

Perfect location for restaurants, cafes, bars and transport links including the ferry terminal, all less than 5 minutes away. Just a short walk to Oban's famous seafront and esplanade, fresh local seafood restaurants and boat trips.

Located in the heart of Oban, The Clamshell is a 2 bedroom apartment on the second floor of Stevenson House, and is the ideal base for exploring the town and surrounding area.

Decorated with a coastal theme, taking inspiration from the islands and beaches of the Scottish Hebrides, this is a calming holiday apartment, homely and full of charm, perfect for your trip to this seaside town.

It features a fully equipped kitchen, bright living space, comfortable and quiet bedrooms with garden views and family bathroom.

On-street metered parking is available right outside the property which is free overnight between 6pm and 9am.

You will have access to the entire apartment during your stay.

LIVING ROOM: Enjoy looking down on the bustling town centre of Oban from the bright and comfortable living space. Watch the world go by with an evening glass of wine looking across the heart of the town before dining out at one of the many restaurants just a short walk away. The layout includes sofa, armchairs, TV, dining table and chairs seating 4 guests. The space is full of seaside charm and is the ideal home away from home.

KITCHEN: The brand new fitted kitchen is immaculately clean, with an individual and contemporary feel. Fully equipped and the perfect space if you would like to cook during your stay. Enjoy some delicious Nespresso morning coffee from the espresso maker!

MASTER BEDROOM: Double bed with luxurious mattress and built-in wardrobe. Calming, oceanic theme helps you to 'drift off' for a great night's sleep. Wake up in the morning and watch the peaceful doves nesting in the neighbour’s garden from the window.

TWIN BEDROOM: Two single beds and built-in wardrobe. The coastal colours create a relaxing feel, and again the garden views can be enjoyed. Both bedrooms are quiet overnight, as they are at the rear of the property and not street-facing.

BATHROOM: Good sized family bathroom with bath and shower.

ALSO INCLUDED:
Wi-fi
Welcome tray of tea, coffee, sugar and biscuits provided.
All towels and linen included.
Fresh flowers for all guests on arrival.
Cooking essentials - oil, salt, pepper.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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 not allowed

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

The Clamshell Oban
The Clamshell Apartment
The Clamshell Apartment Oban

About the neighborhood

Located in Oban, this apartment is on a river. Oban Ferry Terminal and Glencruitten Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ardchattan Priory Garden and An Cala. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Oban, Argyll

What's nearby

  • Oban Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • McCaig's Tower - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oban War and Peace Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Glencruitten Golf Club - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 2 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuan Mor - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Oban Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kaina - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Clamshell pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Clamshell?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Clamshell?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Clamshell located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of RSPB Visitor Centre, Oban Distillery, and St. John's Cathedral. Oban Ferry Terminal and Atlantis Leisure are also within 10 minutes. Oban Station is only a 2-minute walk.

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The Clamshell Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

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

Beautiful days at the clamshell!

The location was great, the lovely decorated apartment was very clean and comfortable. Thanks for the coffee, milk and biscuits! The folks upstairs were up a bit late and you could hear them, but the rest of the stay was relaxing and very enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property, well maintained and clean, good location near center of town ....concerns were probably more with the lack of information about Scottish culture here as I'm an American. First, "second floor apartment" is on 3rd floor where ground floor is floor 0 so extra steps to traipse up (no elevator). Second, parking is a challenge where street parking only allows max two hours (paid) during the day, so you're either dropping off your car at some free lot several blocks away, renewing the parking fee every two hours or ignoring it. Lastly, since Scotland does not use much A/C, would've been nice to have a fan available since the apmt faces the sun in the afternoon and evening and the apmt got quite warm. All in all, nice place as an anchor point for trip to the northern highlands or ferry to other islands. (All ferries were full for us two weeks ahead of stay in the spring so book ahead of time.)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk H.

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

Cosy, comfortable, close

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024