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The Cuillins: Guest Reviews

Loch Fyne, Tarbert PA29 6TX, Scotland
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Frankfurt am Main
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“You won´t leave hungry”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011

The area seems to be underrated with international tourist. But that is certainly an advantage. It is very nice and you can easily reach Islay or any part on Kintyre, for instance, and not very crowded. If you choose to spend a few days here, try to book a room at the Cuillins. At first glance, it might not seem spectacular from the outside. But you will soon discover that it is a very cosy B&B and Isabel is very welcoming and friendly. She can also recommend places to go for a walk or to where to grab a bite. The highlight certainly is the breakfast. We have never had larger fruit bowls and the cooked breakfast keeps you going for the rest of the day. If you are very hungry, go for the kippers. They are great. You can easily walk into the "city center". There are several decent places for food and drinks.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Penrith, United Kingdom
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
“The kindest, most generous hostess ever.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2011

We stayed for just one night at the end of September and really loved Tarbert. Much effort has been put into The Kintyre Way which starts in the town. The Cuillins was a real find too. A spacious double room, very clean and tastefully furnished. The bathroom was great too with a really good shower. Best of all though is Isabel the owner who made us and our dogs feel really welcome from the moment we arrived. It started with warm scones and tea , she recommended a great restaurant (The Anchorage) to eat in and made us the most fantastic breakfast the following morning. Fresh fruit then a huge full Scottish.
Only one problem - she's so generous that she'll never make any money! Thanks Isabel you're one in a million.

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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Copenhagen, Denmark
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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“Cosy place!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 October 2011

We were 4 guys staying one night on our way from Glasgow to Islay. We had a lovely stay and were overwhelmed by Isabel's hospitality! The rooms were clean and nice. We didn't try the breakfast as we were leaving early for the ferry and decided to eat on the ferry. Isabel was however prepared to serve us breakfast at 05.30! Highly recommended!

Stayed September 2011, travelled with friends
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Barrie, Canada
2 reviews
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“Excellent Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2011

Stayed here Sept. 21,22 & 23rd 2011. A wonderful, clean and hospitable B&B. Great food and excellent rooms. Isabel is a wonderful hostess and was so friendly. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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greenock
2 reviews
“can't fault it”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2011

My wife and I spent 1 night here at the Cuillins b&b for the Tarbert music festival and can't fault it in any way. From the moment we arrived we were made so welcome and made to feel we were more like family than guests. The room we were allocated was lovely and the en- suite was of a very high standard, the bed so comfy, had a really good night's sleep and wakened ready for the fantastic breakfast to follow, of which there was a really good choice of local produce to choose from and a good portion was had, Thanks to which set us both up for the day ahead.Because the weekend seemed to be fully booked everywhere in Tarbert we were having to leave on the Saturday, upon hearing this our host made every attempt to arrange accomodation for us for the Saturday and managed to do so and even took us there to save us any trouble. Thanks so much for making our weekend so enjoyable Isabel, we will definately be back next year.
I would recommend the Cuillins if you ever go to Tarbert, Loch Fyne

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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