The log cabin with hot tub you can stay in near Scotland's 'seafood capital'
A unique Scottish log cabin can currently be booked for a getaway. The accommodation has been praised as "comfortable" and "fantastic" by previous visitors.
The Log Cabin is located in Argyll and Bute, around 10 miles from the popular town of Oban. It is nestled within green surroundings, close to a river and Loch Scammadale.
At the moment, a stay in the cabin can be booked at a price of £457 for seven nights through Sykes Holiday Cottages. There is a minimum stay of three nights at the property.
Stepping inside, the cabin is comprised of open-plan accommodation with a double bed, a fitted kitchen, and a sitting area with a wood-burning stove. There is a separate shower room with a shower, basin, and toilet.
Outside, The Log Cabin includes a decked area that overlooks a duck pond and the surrounding hills and mountains. According to the listing on Sykes Holiday Cottages, it is "an excellent place to enjoy a morning coffee whilst you plan your day".
Additionally, the property comes with its own hot tub. Situated under a roof so that it can be enjoyed even in wet weather, it was described by one previous visitor as "the perfect place to relax in the evenings".
On Sykes Holiday Cottages, The Log Cabin has received rave reviews from guests. The accommodation has an overall score of 4.8 out of five based on 90 customer reviews.
One visitor posted: "We had everything we needed in the cabin and the hot tub was the perfect place to relax in the evenings. I'd recommend this to anyone who wants a place to get away from busy city life and appreciate nature and the stunning views that Scotland has to offer."
A second shared: "It was clean and tidy, easy to find and the location was gorgeous. We were spoiled by the abundance of wildlife, visited by ducks, a herron and lots of birds!
"The log burner was fantastic as the nights were chilly. We left feeling completely relaxed."
While The Log Cabin has not received any negative reviews, some holidaymakers may prefer to stay in more traditional accommodation. In that case, there are many hotels in Oban to choose from.
The Great Western Hotel is home to a wide selection of en-suite guest rooms, as well as a restaurant and a bar. Elsewhere, the Hawthornbank Guest House is situated in a Victorian house dating back to 1873.
As reported by the Daily Record, Oban has previously been crowned Scotland's 'Town of the Year'. It was described by judges at the Scotland Loves Local Awards as "special" and "thriving".
Oban, which is known as Scotland's "seafood capital", was also recently named the Daily Record's Town of the Week. We praised the resort town for its historic whisky distillery and its world-class seafood restaurants.
When it comes to places to get a bite to eat around Oban, highlights include the renowned Ee-Usk and the stylish Cuan Mor. The town is also home to the popular Oban Fish and Chip Shop, which serves up a wide array of tasty chippy classics.
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