Thistle House Guest House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, steps from Loch Fyne

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Exterior
Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room
Exterior
Standard Double Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept

Explore the area

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Saint Catherines, Cairndow, Scotland, PA25 8AZ
  • Inveraray Jail
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Loch Fyne Whiskeys
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Inveraray Castle
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Cairndow

At Thistle House Guest House, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Loch Fyne and 9.2 km (5.7 mi) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Highlights at this guest house include free breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Free full breakfast is available. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Cairndow guest house include Loch Goil and Inveraray Jail.

What's nearby

  • Inveraray Jail - 23 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Loch Fyne Whiskeys - 23 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Inveraray Castle - 25 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Argyll Adventure - 28 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Loch Awe - 39 min drive - 51.4 km

Getting around

  • Arrochar & Tarbet Station - 25 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The View - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Brambles Cafe & Bistro - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The George Hotel - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Loch Fyne Oysters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Inveraray Inn - Lounge - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Thistle House Guest House

Guesthouse with free breakfast, steps from Loch Fyne
Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. Thistle House Guest House also features a garden and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Cairndow guest house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Thistle House Guest House offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 November and 31 March.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thistle House Guest House?

Thistle House Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle House Guest House?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle House Guest House on 26 Sept 2025 start from AU$235.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Thistle House Guest House?

Yep, Thistle House Guest House has a free self car park.

Does Thistle House Guest House serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full brekkie is on offer at Thistle House Guest House.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thistle House Guest House?

No, Thistle House Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thistle House Guest House?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thistle House Guest House?

No, only service animals are allowed.