About this property

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Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Island View is an accommodation located in Oban, 5.5 km from Dunstaffnage Castle and 47 km from Kilmartin House Museum. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Corran Halls is 300 metres away. The spacious apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with quiet street views. This apartment also provides guests with a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Oban, like diving and fishing. Oban Airport is 9 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Oban, this property has an excellent location score of 10.0


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
10.0
Free WiFi
10
High score for Oban

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The apartment is immaculate...kitchen well stocked all you need. Bed and pillows really comfy there was nothing i didn't like. Location exceptional ..view fabulous. First time I will be looking to come back to the same property.
  • Fiona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was perfect. Flat was so comfortable and well equipped. Also very cosy.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This place is a home from home, great view that changed with the light throughout the day. Straight out onto the high street shops pubs restaurants. Our memories of our holiday as a family at Island view will recalled over and over Thanks
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location. Good communication with host prior to and during our trip. Clean and comfortable accomodation with everything you could possibly need. I have already recommended Island View to family and friends!
  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant accommodation, great location, very clean, and furnished to a very high standard. Very comfortable beds. Would highly recommend. No problems with parking near to the accommodation.
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The view is incredible. A fantastic view over breakfast watching the ferries come and go. Then theres the yachts in the marina in front of the window. Evenings are even better when you can get amazing sunsets and watch the sun going down and see...
  • Veronica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The views were stunning and it was very conveniently located for the ferries and restaurants. We took so many pictures just from the lounge and bedroom windows! Rab was very helpful and helped me book a parking permit via the council and the place...
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, warm and cozy with amazing views. Nothing not to like!
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The flat is very comfortable, spotlessly clean, well equipped and in a very central location. The views from the windows are breathtaking. Beds comfortable, great shower. One of the best places I've stayed. Host very communicative. Dunollie Castle...
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The views are absolutely stunning from both the living room and the bedrooms. The location is perfect, central for restaurants, bars, shops, and boat trips, everything really is on your doorstep. We travelled as 2 couples and there was ample room...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Rab & Elise

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score
Rab & Elise
Beautifully presented and spacious, this newly refurbished 2 bedroom maisonette is perfectly placed for you to sit back, relax and observe the bustling maritime activity. The accommodation is on 2 floors. The hallway leads to a kitchen, dining area and lounge. Upstairs there is a double room with a small en suite toilet and twin room, both with sea views. The toilet and shower room is located across from the bedrooms. There is an elevated shared private outside area to the rear of the property. Island View is located directly above the popular chocolate factory café on the esplanade only a short walk from Oban’s best restaurants and bars. The property has as an associated mooring located just north of the pontoons. The mooring is bookable separately at an extra cost and subject to availability. There is limited off-street parking in the lane to the rear of the property but plenty on-street parking immediately outside. Guests are recommended to obtain a parking permit from Argyll & Bute Council for the duration of stay. Please note, there is an external flight of stairs to access Island View and that the property is on 2 floors.
Oban is a beautiful, bustling coastal town renowned for its Highland hospitality. It is a destination in its own right with a variety of activities and entertainment but also a steppingstone to the islands beyond. There is a rich variety of road trips that include, Glen Coe, Fort William, Dalmally, Inveraray, Lochgilphead, the islands of Seil, Kerrera, Lismore and Mull.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Island View
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Street parking

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Outdoors

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Wellness

  • Public Bath
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge

Activities

  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site

Outdoor & View

  • View

Building characteristics

  • Private apartment in building

Transport

  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Miscellaneous

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Island View