Ard Darach Lodge
Dunoon, Central Scotland
- Set beside Puck's Glen on the Cowal Peninsula near two lochs
- Named after an adjacent great oak tree visible from the lounge
- Located within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
- Good base for walking, mountain biking, fishing and Munro bagging
- Dark night skies ideal for stargazing
Ard Darach Lodge sleeps six and sits at Puck's Glen on the Cowal Peninsula, six miles north of Dunoon, between Loch Eck and the Holy Loch within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Named after the great oak tree beside it, the lodge offers a fully equipped kitchen diner, a large lounge with TV and games, three bedrooms, and a covered verandah with dedicated parking for three cars. It's an ideal base for walking, mountain biking, fishing, Munro bagging and wildlife watching, with wonderfully dark night skies for stargazers. Nearby you'll find Benmore Gallery just 0.2 miles away, plus Castle House Museum Dunoon and Colintraive Heritage Centre within easy reach. Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome.
How far to…
- Dunoon
- 6 miles
Practical details
- Pets
- Up to two well-behaved dogs welcome at an additional charge
- Parking
- Dedicated parking for three cars
Accommodation on site
- Lodges
Details taken from the operator's own website on 4 Nov 2026 — check current terms when you book.
Facilities
- ✓ Pet Friendly
- ✓ Parking
- 🚌 Near a Bus Stop
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