Email Aros Ard enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
Other places to stay in and around Oban
"Aros Ard", Gaelic for "high house", is an apt description
for this new house built on the outskirts of Oban, fifteen minutes walk
from the sea front and town.
Aros Ard Accommodation
We offer two suites with superb views over Oban, the bay and the sound of Kerrera. Full length french doors give the effect of a balcony within the room from which the views may be enjoyed.
The West Suite has a king size bed whilst the East Suite has twin beds. The suites have easy chairs, digital free view TV, video/DVD, small fridge, clock radio, hair drier, iron and ironing board, hospitality tray, fruit and sherry. Heating is under direct control of the guests. Free computer WI/FI access.
There is a dining table and chairs should you wish to bring in your evening meal from any of the establishments offering "food to go". Crockery and cutlery are provided.
This eco-friendly house boasts a high level of insulation, high-tech double glazing, water heating supplemented by solar tubes and a heat-recovery ventilation system which provides continuous filtered fresh air. This is of particular benefit to sufferers of asthma or allergies.
The bedrooms and their en-suite facilities occupy the entire first floor of the house with the result that a party of four will have sole occupancy of the establishment.
Breakfast
A full Scottish breakfast is served in the dining room or guests may enjoy
a continental breakfast in their room.
Welcome information and breakfast menus also in French, German, Italian
and Spanish. There is ample car parking in our grounds.
Please note that we do not accept one night bookings in advance, though please check near the date if you wish as you are welcome if we have a gap between longer bookings.
Location
Our house is situated on the edge of Oban with splendid views over the
bay and the Sound of Kerrera, has hills behind, and if you are lucky,
you might even see a roe deer or two. There are also buzzards flying around
– not to mention rabbits in the garden!!
The Atlantis Leisure Centre and Swimming Pool, tennis courts and bowling green are barely a 5 minute walk from the house and the sea front and centre of town, bus and train station is an easy 15 minute walk. Oban has a good selection of eating establishments within easy walking distance.
Attractions and Activities
There are always plenty of things to do in Oban no matter what time of
year you visit us.
Seafari Adventures
Scotland's foremost Sealife Adventure Boating specialists. Exhilarating
and exciting wildlife trips including the Corryvreckan Whirlpool. Whales,
Dolphins, Porpoise, Sea and Golden eagle, Seals, Deer, Otter. Day trips
to Colonsay,Iona & Staffa. Oban: 16 miles
Stramash - Adventure Activities
Outdoor Social Enterprise Stramash provide amazing outdoor experiences
in and around Oban. Stramash specialize in sea kayaking, canoeing, gorge
scrambling, coasteering, climbing & abseiling and dinghy sailing.
Be Inspired, Choose Stramash!
Craignish Cruises
Guided Wildlife and Corryvreckan Whirlpool boat trips from Ardfern on
new purpose built 60 passenger Catamaran Sea Leopard 11. Daily 2, 3, and
4 hour trips, Private Charter. Oban: 24 miles.
Arduaine Garden
Arduaine Garden is a place of peace on a wild shore, a plantsman's paradise
perched on the windswept Argyll coast of the Sound of Jura, in the Western
Highlands of Scotland. The name Arduaine is a Gaelic one - An Aird Uaine
- meaning the green point. Oban: 16 miles.
Inveraray Jail
Inveraray Jail is a living museum and top Scottish visitor attraction
where real people portray life in a 19th century prison. A superb visitor
attraction with interest and excitement for all ages. Oban: 38 miles.
Lorn Local Food and Crafts Market
LORN local farm and craft market provides a unique opportunity to enjoy
the best of North Argyll's creativity and the food grown and produced
on the land and in the seas around us. Join us for Gaelic Wool Festival
in July.
Oban: 10 miles.
Scottish Yacht Charter
Scottish Yacht Charter provides a premium service cruising the beautiful
coastline of Scotland’s West Coast. For cruising that allows you
to be surrounded by magnificent landscapes, beautiful locations and captivating
wildlife.
Oban: 3 miles.
Day charters (min 10 people)
Sea Freedom Kayak
Sea Freedom is a mobile sea kayak resource offering instruction, coaching,
day trips and tours for individuals and small groups. Come and paddle
among the lochs and islands of Argyll. Enjoy the scenery and wildlife
while learning the skills in safety. Oban: 5 miles.
Inverawe Smokery & Country Park
This visitors centre is a must-see in Argyll. Inverawe boasts a traditional
smokehouse, one of the finest stocked fisheries in the country, Nature
Trails, Walks and a fantastic Smokery Shop and Cafe. Oban: 16 miles.
Eriska Hotel ESPA Spa, 9 Hole Golf Course
Relax, unwind and allow yourself to be pampered in our ESPA Spa. Take
advantage of our 17m heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and
jacuzzi,or practice your swing on our driving range and enjoy a day on
the golf course with friends. Oban: 10 miles.
Oban War and Peace Museum
The museum contains a fascinating collection of artifacts memorabilia
and photographs depicting the rich cultural history of the busy port town
and its people including the war years when RAF Flying Boats operated
from the bay.
Oban: 0 miles. Free Admission
Cruachan Power Station
Deep within Ben Cruachan mountain, on the shores of Loch Awe lies one
of the country's most amazing engineering achievements. The world's first
high head reversible pumped storage hydro scheme is housed in a gigantic
man-made cavern. Oban: 19 miles.
Admission to the exhibition centre and cafe is free. There is a charge for the guided tour, Children under six years are free.
Oban Distillery
Nestling beneath the steep cliff that overlooks Oban, one of Scotland's
oldest sources of single malt scotch whisky is but a stone's throw from
the sea.
Argyll & Highland Incoming
Argyll & Highland Incoming is a Tour Operator and Destination Management
Company for the greater Oban area. We also offer Private Hires in our
4x4 to some of the hidden gems and historical sites as well as Wildlife
and Scenery tours for photography. Oban: 0 miles.
Duart Castle, Isle of Mull
Discover the 13th century home of the Clan Maclean. Explore dungeons,
state rooms, the banqueting hall and magnificent views from the battlements.
A fantastic day out from Oban for all the family. Tea room, shop &
fantastic summer events.
National Kayak School
Sea Kayaking & White water kayaking experts. Guiding & coaching,
Outfitting/ Rental Oban area and the Hebrides since 1978.
Glencruitten Golf Club
18 hole golf course close to Oban town centre. Oban: 1 miles.
Coastal Connection
Coastal Connection is the best way to see wildlife. Visit Tobermory on
our fast ferry service. Based in Oban, pick ups can be arranged anywhere.
We offer private charter and missed ferries. The best value boat service
on the West coast.
Email Aros Ard enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
