Information

 

Directions:

A map and directions for all locations is available online www.argyllholidays.com  Click on the bottom right box and print.

 

  • Drimsynie Estate & Lochgoilhead. From the south take the A82 Loch Lomond road to Tarbet, follow the A83 to the top of the Rest and be Thankful. Turn left on to the B828 signposted, for Lochgoilhead, which becomes the B839. On approaching the village take the Carrick Castle road for 300 yards. The entrance to the Drimsynie Estate is on the right hand side. Follow the driveway by the golf course to the reception. There is marked parking close to the entrance for guests checking in. Please leave your luggage in the car until you have been directed to your accommodation.   Lochgoilhead Hotel guests check-in at the bar area of the hotel.
  • Hunters Quay. From Glasgow follow the M8 to Gourock. Western Ferries is 2 miles beyond Gourock at McInroy's Point. DO NOT TAKE Caledonian McBrayne as the discount tickets are not valid. On arrival turn right and take the shore road for 1 mile to the park entrance. Check in at the sign-posted reception area.
  • Loch Eck and Stratheck properties. Check-in and collect your key at the Hunters Quay Holiday Village reception. Direction will be given on arrival.
  • Loch Awe Holiday Park. A85 road to Oban. Bridge of Awe before Taynuilt. Phone 07747 691 363

 

 

Cancellation - a word on a delicate subject. We strongly recommend that you purchase some form of cancellation insurance. An optional insurance form is included with your confirmation. It is your responsibility to purchase insurance.

  • Deposits are non-refundable.
  • Hotel rooms cancelled within 28 days of arrival will incur a 50% cancellation charge.
  • Self-catering accommodation cancelled within 28 days of arrival is non-refundable.

 

Reception Hours

  • Drimsynie Estate 8.30am to 10pm. Late arrivals can collect their key at the main bar area.
  • Lochgoilhead Hotel 8a.m. till bar closes.
  • Hunters Quay Holiday Village. Easter to October Friday & Saturday 9am -9pm. Sunday to Thursday 9am – 7pm. November to Easter Friday & Saturday 9am -5pm. Sunday to Thursday 9am – 7pm

 

Hotel guest information

  • Included in your stay - swimming, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, towels at the pool as well as golf on the Drimsynie course.
  • Arrival & departure – your room is available from 2pm on the day of arrival until 11am on the morning of departure. Every effort will be made to have your accommodation ready by the stated time. The Drimsynie House Hotel has 8 rooms in the original and 10 in a newer accommodation wing. If you wish to confirm a specific area, contact the central reservations office.
  • Smoking in bedrooms - Please be aware that no smoking is allowed in the bedrooms.
  • Children are not allowed in the sauna, Jacuzzi or steam room.
  • Dog’s in the hotel – certain rooms in both hotels will accept pets. We ask that you do not leave your pet unattended in the bedroom at any time, bring a dog basket and use the doggie bins in the car park. No pets are allowed in the bar or public area. You must declare your pet at time of booking. There is a pet charge of £5 per day.

 

Self cater guest information

  • Linen –and duvets are included with your accommodation. Please provide your own towels and dish towels.
  • Discounted ferry tickets. Order and pay online – www.argyllholidays.com Most guests for Hunters Quay and Loch Eck arrive via the 20 minute Western Ferry ride from McInroy’s Point in Gourock to Hunters Quay. Do not take the Caledonian McBrayne Ferry as it goes to Dunoon and is more expensive.  Family tickets (1 car and up to 5 passengers) £9 each way. Order your tickets at least 14 days in advance by calling us on 01301 703 247. We are not responsible in the event that tickets do not arrive in time. There is no long term parking at the ferry terminal. You can purchase full price tickets on the ferry if you have not had time to get a discount ticket in advance. Discount tickets are also available from Paul’s Food & Wine, Shore Street, Gourock.
  • Grocery Packs – pre-order a choice of grocery packs online at www.argyllholidays.com/pac.html and enjoy the convenience of having your order delivered and unpacked direct to your accommodation. Available at Lochgoilhead and Hunters Quay only.
  • Hen, stag, same sex and youth groups - may be accepted if agreed in advance with the General or Reservations Manager. Any such group found on the Estate without advising us in advance will be asked to leave with no refund.

 

Lochgoilhead self cater

  • Arrival - your accommodation is available from 4pm (subject to unavoidable delays) on the day of arrival until 10am on the morning of departure. Every effort will be made to have your accommodation ready by the stated time. We reserve the right to change accommodation due to un-foreseen circumstances. A refundable £10 key deposit will be requested on arrival.
  • Departure - your accommodation must be vacated by 10am on the morning of departure. Please leave the property in the same condition as you found it and remember to report any breakages to the reception before you leave.
  • Electricity £5 per day energy charge is added to the confirmation invoice. This covers all heating and electricity during your stay. This does away with the need for meter readings and allows guests to budget for the total holiday cost.
  • It can be dark outside – although there are street lights around the Estate, we recommend you bring a torch, especially if you are visiting during the winter.
  • Cots in caravans – certain vans can accommodate a cot in place of one of the twin beds. This means that the baby is included as part of the overall occupancy. Check when booking if you require a cot.
  • The Saturday night dinner dance & party night is always popular. To be sure of a table we recommend you pre-book and pre-pay by phoning 01301 703 247.

 

Hunters Quay Holiday Village self cater

  • Arrival - your accommodation is available from 4pm (subject to unavoidable delays) on the day of arrival until 10am on the morning of departure. Every effort will be made to have your accommodation ready by the stated time. We reserve the right to change accommodation due to un-foreseen circumstances. A refundable £30 key and security pass deposit will be requested on arrival.
  • Departure - your accommodation must be vacated by 10am on the morning of departure. Please leave the property in the same condition as you found it and remember to report any breakages to the reception before you leave.
  • Electricity – metered at 12p per unit and payable on departure for lodge guests. Electricity is included for guests staying in the caravans.
  • Cots in caravans – certain vans can accommodate a cot in place of one of the twin beds. This means that the baby is included as part of the overall occupancy. Check when booking if you require a cot.

 

Loch Eck and Stratheck guests self cater

  • Arrival – Check-in at the reception at Hunters Quay Holiday Village where you can collect your keys – do not go directly to property. Directions will be given to your accommodation. Your accommodation is available from 4pm (subject to unavoidable delays) on the day of arrival. Every effort will made to have your accommodation ready by the stated time. A refundable £30 key deposit will be requested on arrival.
  • Electricity is included in your hire charge unless noted otherwise on your booking confirmation.
  • Loch Eck Lodges there is a £3 per day fuel charge to be paid on departure when returning the keys to Hunters Quay reception.

 

Lochgoilhead announcement -

  • Sports hall
  • Sports hall play area closes 1 November 2008.
  • Curling begins 8 November 2008.

 

Useful phone numbers & contacts

  • Central Reservations 01301 703 247
  • Fax 01301 703 538
  • eMail info@drimsynie.co.uk
  • Web site www.argyllholidays.com
  • Drimsynie House Hotel reception 01301 703 247
  • Lochgoilhead Hotel 01301 703208
  • Hunters Quay Holiday Village reception 01369 707772
  • Dolphin Leisure Centre- to check entertainment 01369 707771
  • Western Ferries Enquiries 01369 704452
  • Loch Awe Holiday Park 07747 691 363