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Stylish, Comfy & Cosy log cabin in National Park, dogs & families welcome!

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TV, DVD player, books, video library
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 695 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Stylish, Comfy & Cosy log cabin in National Park, dogs & families welcome!

Ruskin Lodge North offers a welcoming and comfortable home-from-home. The lodge sleeps up to 6 people in 3 bedrooms. There are two double bedrooms (each with a king-sized bed) and one twin (with two full sized single beds). Hotel quality bed linen and towels are provided for all guests.

DATES NOT AVAILABLE? Check out our neighbouring property Ruskin Lodge South which has been newly refurbished in 2022.

The lodge is part of a small collection of traditional privately-owned log cabins which see guests returning year after year. The lodge is in an elevated, quiet and bright spot and enjoys views of the surrounding forests and mountains.

The kitchen is fully equipped and has an alcove dining area which seats 6. The living room has two giant picture-frame windows with views of the surrounding woodland and has a large TV, DVD player, hifi with radio, small library of books and board games.

The lodge is a great base to explore Cowal. It is surrounded by ancient woodland, close to Loch Eck and the Holy Loch and is just a short drive away from Dunoon and all the amenities the town has to offer. Bute, the Arrochar Alps, Loch Awe, Loch Etive, Tighnabruaich, Inveraray and Loch Lomond can be reached by car or ferry, offering great day trips and spectacular journeys through some of Scotland’s most romantic, scenic and dramatic landscapes.

Come and stay at Ruskin Lodge North, whether you are looking for a relaxing getaway with friends & family, a romantic holiday with your loved one, or a comfortable base to explore Cowal.

You can relax on a large, private, covered veranda and take in the surrounding forests and mountains. We regularly see red squirrels, many types of unusual birds and deer.

We look forward to welcoming you!

INSIDE

*KITCHEN*
Electric induction hob, grill, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and coffee maker. Mugs, coffee cups, plates (flat, side & pasta), bowls, cutlery, pots & pans, roasting trays, glasses, cooking utensils and serving dishes. Cooking oil, salt, pepper and a starter pack of tea, coffee and sugar will be supplied. Alcove dining area for six people.

*LIVING ROOM*
Spacious and light lounge with 42” TV / DVD player, hi-fi, books, films and board games. High quality new Italian leather sofas.

*BEDROOM 1 - MASTER*
King sized bed, electric blanket, wash hand basin, wardrobe and chest of drawers.

*BEDROOM 2 - DOUBLE*
King sized bed, electric blanket, wardrobe and chest of drawers.

*BEDROOM 3 - TWIN*
Two full sized single beds suitable for adults or children, electric blankets, wardrobe and chest of drawers. One of the single beds can be set low for younger children.

*BATHROOM*
Electric shower, bath, wash hand basin. Luxury hand towels, bath towels & face cloths are supplied.

*OUTDOOR SPACE*
Covered and gated veranda with views of the surrounding forest and mountains. Table and chairs, picnic table, parking spaces for 2 cars.

*EXTRAS*
Cot with mattress (please bring your own bedding), baby bath, changing mat and high chair available.
Washing machine / dryer.
Superfast fibre broadband
Please note that £10 per night fair use electricity allowance is included in each booking. Additional usage is charged a cost price and taken from your deposit at the end of your stay. You can take readings yourself and check usage during your stay.

THE AREA

The famous Puck's Glen walking trails begin behind the lodges and Benmore Botanical Gardens are a short walk away along a scenic track.

Tourists 'in-the-know' stay in Cowal. It is a haven for wildlife with red squirrels, otters and rare bird species inhabiting some of Scotland's most unspoilt and dramatic landscapes. Within a small area you can explore sandy beaches, rugged hills, lush ancient forests and impressive mountain ranges.

There is also a wide range of outdoor activities, including golf, fishing, horse-riding, mountain-biking and stalking, and visitors can enjoy many cultural events including the Cowal Highland Games, the largest in the world, in August each year.

There are excellent restaurants, cafes and inns in the area as well as traditional shops, tourist facilities and indoor activities in the nearby town of Dunoon.

Property manager

Abigail Daly

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Library

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No naked flames are allowed in the lodge.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1023 sq ft (95 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: The area is great for dog walking.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Travel cot, high chair and other items available.

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
Note from host: Hen or stag groups are not allowed.
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 Registration Number 230904-000263

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Rashfield (near Dunoon), Argyll & Bute

What's nearby

  • Benmore Botanic Garden - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Holy Loch Marina - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Dunoon Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Loch Long - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Puck's Glenn - 13 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Dunoon Station - 18 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black of Dunoon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Swallow Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Anselmo's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ingrams Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rock Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stylish, Comfy & Cosy log cabin in National Park, dogs & families welcome! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Stylish, Comfy & Cosy log cabin in National Park, dogs & families welcome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish, Comfy & Cosy log cabin in National Park, dogs & families welcome!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stylish, Comfy & Cosy log cabin in National Park, dogs & families welcome! located?

This family-friendly Dunoon vacation home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Benmore Botanic Garden and Puck's Glenn. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Holy Loch Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Stylish, Comfy & Cosy log cabin in National Park, dogs & families welcome! Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, well equipped chalet
Well laid out chalet park - lots of space and entertaining red squirrels. Next door to Puck's Glen, 15 minute walk to Benmore Gardens and many more lovely walks in area. The furthest we travelled were Toward and Ardentinny.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wish we were back!
From the word go it was one of our best holidays yet! The app from owner was great before even getting there. Highly informative and couldn't be better. The lodge is well equipped, comfortable and in a perfect siting amongst some 18 or so other lodges having plenty of space around each one. Well kept grounds, with the best dog walk next door ever! Can't praise the lodge, the owner and the area enough and on top of everything the weather was perfect, only 3 hours rain in a whole week. What more could anyone ask? Just great!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Gregor B.

Number 6
Property smelt damp on arrival probably due to the wet weather. There were cobwebs in the rooms and on the first night we removed a slug from one of the bedrooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this lodge which was very spacious and well equipped. The location was beautiful .
We enjoyed every aspect of this holiday including the surrounding area of Dunoon, Inverary and the isle of Bute. The walk from the lodge to Benmore Gardens was a real bonus as much as the Gardens Abigail was very helpful with providing us with information and a problem with one tap. We would recommend this property to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location and Lodge
Our family of five and our dog had a fantastic week staying in the lodge. We had excellent communication from Abigail before we arrived and her website and app were detailed and full of extremely helpful information about the lodge and the surrounding area. The lodge was very well equipped, very clean and not very close to the neighbours! We walked for miles right from our front door - and the scenery is beautiful. We especially enjoyed Pucks Glen and watching the red squirrels play outside the window. We also enjoyed several other walks in the surrounding area, and the location of the lodge means that several other beautiful places are easily accessible by car. Abigail has worked very hard to make this a beautiful lodge and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had a couple of questions that we emailed Abigail with during our stay and received prompt and helpful replies. We would recommend this lodge and location to anyone - 5 stars from us! Thank you Abigail.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
Lovely clean lodge , well appointed with everything you need for a stay here . And the owner couldn’t have been any nicer . With emails keeping us in touch throughout our stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Our 2nd time staying here. Perfect location for visiting friends and very pet friendly too. Lovely walks just on the door step.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

stephen d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Ruskin lodge.
This was our first stay in a lodge and it did not disappoint , the location is lovely & very peaceful with great walks right on the doorstep ( our Golden Retriever was very pleased ). The lodge itself was very comfortable and clean ,highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lodge retreat
we had a great time away in the lodge. Great location for walking, and site seeing. The lodge was well furnished to enjoy a great holiday. We definitely will be going back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Christmas Dream Come True 😊
A truely amazing log cabin. We wanted a christmas away with the children and this place has made it magical for us all. So cosy and had everything we needed. The area was breath taking with amazing views of snowy mountains and beautiful hills. The wildlife too seeing deers and red squirrels outside the cabin was brilliant. The owner was so lovely too and helped inform us about things to do whilst on our holiday. Pucks Glen was right behind the cabin which was so beautiful and ive never done a walk like it before, so many gorgeous waterfalls on the trail walk up the massive hill was something we will never forget. We deffinately recommend this place!

10/10 Excellent

Sophie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lodge in a stunning area
We’ve just returned from 5 fabulous days in Ruskin lodge. It was our first family visit to Scotland and we travelled with two children under 5 and a dog. We were worried Incase it would be stressful staying away from home without home comforts as well as possibly being too cold but Abigail’s lodge was fantastic. Very warm and cosy with all home comforts and more. The children had little play things to stay entertained in the evening and the living room is very cosy to relax at night. The beds are so comfortable and the electric Blankets are a great extra. We were amazed to find a bath too which the kids loved after a long wet walk around the botanical gardens. We saw red squirrels each morning and enjoyed many little fairy walks around Pucks Glen which it just behind the lodge. The local town of Dunoon is very pretty also and the locals so friendly. We wanted for nothing all week. We were so lucky to have one rainy day but that didn’t affect us at all. We will be booking again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely time
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great location and good weather !

10/10 Excellent

barbara c.

Comfortable and cosy
We enjoyed every minute of the stay, unfortunately Storm Ali hit the area, and stopped us going out into the countryside too far. We will come back again and we would book the same place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

DAVID E., NEWPORT

Amazing location and lovely lodge
This lodge was ideal for our family of 5 plus dog. It was very comfortable and the beautiful walks literally on the doorstep made it perfect. We ventured further afield to Loch Ness, Stirling, Oban and Isle of Bute - all worthwhile daytips! The owner was approachable and friendly with good recommendations, and on hand if needed for advice. The kids were really sad to say goodbye to the place and we can't wait to return. An amazing holiday!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B., United Kingdom

Relaxing long weekend, all you could ask for
Five of us stayed in the lovely well equipped lodge. Very comfortable beds, hot strong shower and all the kitchen equipment you could ask for. Within very close distance of Pucks Glen for walking and exploring. Not too far to drive to Dunoon, Sandbank, Benmore (walking distance) or a little further afield. Very spacious lodge and a very friendly and informative host. Beautiful part of Scotland.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

michelle c.

Loved it so much stayed an extra day, lodge is cosy welcoming and warm. Can't wait to go back.
Very hospitable owners, went out their way to ensure we had a relaxing break, the treats left for our dog was a lovely gesture.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

Excellent,could not have been better.
Abigail has thought of everything regarding the lodge.Everything you will need is there.We were only there for 2 nights but we wish it could have been longer.Their only smell complaint we had was that when we arrived the lodge was absolutely freezing,hence we had to put all the heating on.Having said that,once it was heated it was lovely and cosy.Even our 2 gorgeous King Charles Cavalier pups enjoyed it.Thank you Abigail,we will be back,if you will have us. Mr & Mrs Daniel Allan
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017

8/10 Good

Spencer T.

Lovely lodge, spacious and warming.
Lots of walks and great scenery. Would deffinately return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

fantastic place to stay
We had a super time at the lodge. Beautiful scenery and thoroughly recommend it for walking or just relaxing. Great for dog owners too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Comfy, cosy and surprisingly large!
We had a great stay here in this traditional log cabin and would heartily recommend it to anyone! There is plenty room, definitely more than we thought there would be, especially when you see it from the outside. Abigail was very swift with her responses when we had questions and always more than happy to help. The walks in the surrounding area are absolutely fantastic, one of which is Puck's Glen that is right on the doorstep which is a beautiful gorge walk with a stunning waterfall. We live in Scotland ourselves (up in Morayshire) but this was an excellent little getaway, exactly what we were needing for my wife and I plus our dog loved it too! Thanks Abigail!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Cosy, comfortable lodge in stunning area
A cosy lodge in a stunning setting - beautifully clean and had everything we needed and more! The Prosecco and snacks left for our arrival was a great start to our week, there were even some treats for our dog. Lots of relaxation and long walks in the beautiful surrrounding area. The covered verandah was ideal for eating every meal outside which we were able to do even when the rain came! We were glad we had taken a citreonella candle though to keep the midges at bay on warm evenings! We had a fabulous week, enjoyed every minute! Thanks Abigail

10/10 Excellent

helen b.

Fantastic, homely accommodation in an idyllic setting.
I would definitely recommend this holiday lodge. Abigail has thought of every possible provision you could need during your stay. This is a relaxing, scenic, beautiful location and I would certainly have no hesitation making another reservation at this establishment. Thanks again.

10/10 Excellent

Catie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, great place to stay, à recommander !
The lodge is in a wonderful area, it offers plenty of space for 6 and is very well equiped. You can leave the car and go walking straight from the lodge or drive a short distance to discover the lochs nearby. Wild animals rigiht on your doorstep ! Abigail answered to all our questions very promptly and was always ready yo help. Last but not least : the lodge was very clean. We really enjoyed ourselves !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Waldemar K.

Sehr schönes Haus / Very nice lodge
Kann es nur weiter emfehlen. Sehr gemütliches Haus und die gegend ist Atemberauben schön.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Super
Alles super und abigail ist sehr hilfreich und zuvorkommend. Für sie gibt es zehn Sterne. Alles super nur zu empfehlen.