Bute House, Isle of Bute

Location Ardbeg, near Rothesay, Isle of Bute, Argyll & Bute, Scotland
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 2
Max Pets 2 pets in total
Cat Acceptance Source VRBO
Dogs Allowed Yes
Cat Restrictions
Maximum two pets in total, each weighing under 25 kg. Bring all pet supplies, as pet equipment is not provided.
Features
Sea View Washing machine Wi-Fi

Overview

Bute House is a first-floor apartment on the waterfront in Ardbeg, near Rothesay on the Isle of Bute. With two bedrooms and space for six guests, it welcomes up to two pets.

Views across the bay towards the mainland are a highlight, with both the lounge and family bedroom overlooking the water. The location combines a quieter coastal setting with convenient access to Rothesay and the island’s attractions.

The Property

The apartment has a double bedroom and a family bedroom, alongside a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

The sea-facing lounge provides comfortable seating, a smart television, Blu-ray player and digital radio. Streaming services can be accessed using your own accounts. A dining table seats four.

The galley kitchen includes an oven, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine. A washing machine and free Wi-Fi make the apartment practical for longer stays as well as shorter island breaks.

For the Cat

Cats are welcome, with up to two pets permitted in total, each weighing under 25 kg. Bring all the supplies your cat will need, as pet equipment is not provided.

Accessibility

The accommodation is on the first floor.

Location

Ardbeg sits along the coast from Rothesay, with waterfront walks and views across the bay. The apartment is approximately a 30-minute coastal walk or five-minute drive from Rothesay ferry terminal. Skeoch Woods is around five minutes away on foot.

A bus stop across the road offers a useful starting point for exploring the island. Rothesay has shops, places to eat and its distinctive moated castle, while Mount Stuart offers an impressive neo-Gothic house and grounds. Ettrick Bay is another island highlight, with a broad sandy beach.

Bute is reached by ferry, with routes from Wemyss Bay to Rothesay and Colintraive to Rhubodach. Plan your ferry journey →