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Melfort Lodge - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests

Cottage in Oban with kitchen and fireplace

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Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Pool
TV, fireplace
Located in the charming village centre, Melfort Lodge offers a serene retreat. The upstairs sitting room boasts a wood-burning stove and large picture window with views over the village, while downstairs features an open-plan kitchen/dining area and bathroom. Guests can enjoy a peaceful lawn courtyard garden shared with other cottages.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81275 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Melfort Lodge - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests

Melfort Lodge is a semi-detached two-storey cottage forming part of the west section of a charming courtyard in the centre of the Village and enjoying a view over the paddock and to the river and hills beyond. Set in a large triangle of garden at the front, (shared with Melfort Cottage), at the rear of the building, Melfort Lodge shares a peaceful lawn courtyard garden with central flower bed and garden seating flanked on the other two sides by the Stables and Haybarn Cottages. To make the most of the views, the sitting room is upstairs with the kitchen/dining room downstairs . Car-parking is at the gable end of the building.

Enter into a large hallway on the ground floor leading to a very spacious open plan kitchen/dining area (with oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave & dishwasher); bathroom (with bath, over-bath shower, w.c. & wash-hand basin), two twin bedrooms. A staircase leads from the kitchen upstairs to the wood-clad sitting room with wood-burning stove where you can enjoy the views over the village through the large picture window (equipped with a double sofa bed for occasional guests, CTV, DVD); double bedroom with en-suite shower room (walk-in shower cubicle, w.c & wash hand basin).

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,275 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

Melfort Lodge a Semi detached Cottage That Sleeps up to 8 Guests
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About the neighborhood

Oban is home to this cottage. Ellenabeich Heritage Centre and Easdale Folk Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Clachan Bridge and Carnasserie Castle.
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Oban, Argyll and Bute

What's nearby

  • Kilmeford Church - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Clachan Bridge - 18 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 26 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 26 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Ganavan Sands - 31 min drive - 21.2 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Connel Ferry Station - 24 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Room At The Top - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Crafty Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shower of Herring - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cuilfail Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lord Of The Isles - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Melfort Lodge - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Melfort Lodge - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests?

As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melfort Lodge - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests on Nov 1, 2025 start from $555.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Melfort Lodge - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Melfort Lodge - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Melfort Lodge - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests located?

Situated in Oban, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Kilmeford Church and within 12 mi (20 km) of Arduaine Garden and Clachan Bridge. Carnasserie Castle and Ardmaddy Wishing Tree are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Melfort Lodge - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Enjoyable stay

Beautiful setting and lodge very comfortable .The games rooms were very good used a lot due to weather and also used the putting green .Took our dog and he was also made more than welcome with his box full of goodies.Would definitely recommend a holiday there.
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10/10 Excellent

Pre-Christmas family break

We had a wonderful stay at Melfort. A few days on our own, then joined by our daughters and baby grand daughter, we were cosy, warm and relaxed. The lodge was perfect, baby gates and highchair provided, and the pool lovely and warm, encouraged a swim every day! The staff are friendly and super helpful, even giving the wee one a present from Santa before she left! This was our third visit, and it definately won't be our last.
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8/10 Good

Beautiful location, excellent staff

A truly beautiful location and all staff were very friendly and informative and pointed out a number of local attractions that we would otherwise have missed. The lodge was well laid out and the kitchen had everything you could need, and the beds were very comfortable.However some of the carpets are starting to show their age and maybe consideration should be given to looking into this. Would definitely stay there again.
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10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

A haven of tranquility in a picture postcard setting. Amazing hospitality and genuinely Dog friendly

Melfort village is a very special place, the lodge had everything needed for a relaxing break, spotless and very well equipped for 6 adults and family dog. The reception team went above and beyond to meet our requests (from honey to BBQ's!) there was even a welcome pack for the dog :) We had an awesome few days, can highly recommend and can't wait to return. Xx
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10/10 Excellent

Charming and spacious accommodations for getting away from it all

This place is amazing. It's beautiful and quaint. The lodge we stayed in had 3 bedrooms and a fold out sofa, 2 bathrooms, a gorgeous huge kitchen and lots of place to sit outside. Very comfy beds and extraordinarily fluffy towels. Unfortunately, we didn't have time to check out the pool or gym. There are lovely walks to go on around the property. We were a family group of 7, and this was perfect. One slight issue was check in. The office closes at 5 pm and we arrived shortly after that. There was a notice on the office door about where to obtain the keys. They were in a coded safe around the corner, but we couldn't find the code. There was no answer at the phone number on the notice. We asked at the restaurant next door and the waitress gave us what other customers had told her the number is. It worked, and we got into our lodge easily. The kitchen was very well equipped with plenty of plates and pots and pans, and it's size and beauty actually made me want to cook. A suggestion for improvement would be to supply basic condiments such as cooking oil, ketchup, mayonnaise, some common spices. As tourists from outside the country having to buy even small packets of these that won't get used up is wasteful. This property is fantastic is you are looking for tranquility. I would love to come back for a writing retreat. I knew it was 16 miles outside of Oban, but do consider that it is a 30-35 minute drive from Oban, some of it on single track roads. It was a challenge to get everyone out the door for an early tour from Oban. That said, there would be no comparable experience staying in Oban.
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10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Short family break

Nice people, beautiful area, comfy and clean accommodation, great facilities. Several local walks mapped out we did the dam one which was very atmospheric in damp misty conditions. Only stayed three nights, but will come back to explore more.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Loved my stay here

Thanks so much for a wonderful stay in a beautiful location. Cottage was lovely easy to find, we will be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing and comfortable break away

We had a lovely and relaxing 4 day break away. Lodge superbly equipped, everything you could need or want and reception staff happy to answer any questions. Enjoyed the warm swimming facilities and massage. Great dog walking straight from our front door. We will be back again as soon as we can. Thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Delightful peaceful resort, with lovely cottages and plenty of activities for those who wished.

We had a beautiful cottage containing every possible piece of equipment one might need, from comfortable furniture to logs, crockery, pots and pans, fridge, freezer, dishwasher etc. The lounge had a lovely picture window looking out on the green paddock and trees. Bedrooms were spacious, one with large double bed, and two with twin beds. Plenty of wardrobe space. Wonderful walk-in power shower en suite for the double room, and shared bath with shower for the twin rooms. Car was parked at the front door, which was close to reception, and the back door opened onto a large lawn with two picnic tables - perfect for our dog. He enjoyed picturesque walks round the well-kept grounds and beside the river, whilst keeping his feet clean on the paved internal road. Evening meals were enjoyed in the Shower of Herring on site - no worry about who was going to drive home! Delicious food, lovely friendly staff and charming decor. Staff at the village were very welcoming and helpful, ready to chat when they had time and keen to make our stay enjoyable. It certainly was!
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10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

A 3 generation holiday week

Something for everyone including the very little ones! Good recommendations for local activities all of which met and exceeded expectations. Would love to stay again
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10/10 Excellent

Totally recommended

Even though we had to make a late check in, the stuff was really helpful providing detailed information on how to get there and where to find our key and a map designating our lodge in the area. The facilities were satisfactory although we didn't make full use of them because there are plenty sites worth visiting around the area. The only complaint we would have is that in the morning prior to our check out there was no hot water in the lodge. I understand that this is due to the power charging cost policy of the place, but nevertheless... Apart from that everything was nearly perfect. We are sure to spend some more time in our future vacations there.
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10/10 Excellent

A lovely setting with very welcoming staff.

Lovely lodge in a beautiful setting. Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Food in the Shower of Herring was excellent and very good value for money.
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8/10 Good

Pat S.

Melfort Village in the rain

This was our first visit and we found the accommodation to be good if dated and in need of a good clean re the lounge suite. It rained every day which meant we had to use the onsite facilities more than we usually would, this highlighted the restrictive nature of a pool too small to accommodate the number of guests wanting to use it. This was also true of the onsite restaurant. We had to travel out to get a meal. The staff however were very friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

A Super Start to Summer

An ideal location for a family break with 3 generations. Lots for our child to do in a safe environment. Beautiful views and perfect location for walks and relaxation. Main living areas of house were lovely and well resourced. Main bedroom lovely; other bedrooms were adequate. Swimming pool and restaurant were both super additions to the village. Our first time visiting; we hope it won't be our last.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely winter break.

As owners of two separate weeks we are never disappointed in our stay. We hope the Shower of Herring will prosper as it is very important to have a good restaurant on site. Kat was charming but some refinements are required in due course ie. no need for sauce bottles on every table!
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

We'll be back

6 60+pals had fab stay at melfort lodge. Very comfortable everything you could possibly want and facilities were brilliant. Olwyn and her team couldn't have been more helpful.
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8/10 Good

melfort lodge

We enjoyed our stay very much, despite poor weather. Melfort compared favourably with last year's foray into self catering in another part of teh Highlands. We appreciated but did not make use of the various Xmas based activities for children before and after Xmas day.