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Thistle House Guest House

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

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Exterior
Standard Double Room
Exterior
Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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Superior Double Room

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

View all photos for Triple Room

Triple Room

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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.
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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

  • ‪Brambles Cafe & Bistro - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The George Hotel - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Inveraray Inn - Lounge - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Creggans Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Green Door - ‬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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Exterior

Arrochar Hotel

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
3.8 out of 5, Good, 1,004 reviews
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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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 8 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle House Guest House on 5 Oct 2025 start from AU$230.33, 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.

Thistle House Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hosts and guest house, recommended.

You could not meet nicer hosts than Sue and Avril, superb experience and a solid recommendation for anyone wishing to stay on Loch Fyne. Easy to find and plenty of parking. Breakfast was spot one and great produce used. Excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
The most beautiful property in the most beautiful of locations..Sue and Avril were the perfect hosts..thankyou for having us!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sue and Avril really made our stay pleasant. From the moment I had contact with Sue (requesting another night stay) to dinner reservations and afternoon tea when we arrived, she was constantly engaged with us and making our stay at her beautiful Thistle House warm and welcoming. Breakfast in the morning was fabulous and held us on our daily hikes. Avril was always willing to stay and have a lovely conversation about the wonderful breakfast, adorable chickens out back or just the beauty of Scotland. Wow! Such a fabulous place to unwind. We definitely would stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitable innkeeper. Gorgeous surroundings. Very quiet countryside a little treacherous Drive in but well worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay in an amazing guesthouse

Everything was absolutely brilliant from checkin to location, view, friendliness, and breakfast. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were very hospitable, breakfast was outstanding,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Austin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a truly beatiful property with lovely hosts. Dont miss a chance to stay here if you are in the Loch Lomond area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Really lovely B&B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing view of Loch Fyne from front of property, helpful staff willing to assist with dinner reservations, plenty of parking space and room to turn the car around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

What a lovely gem of a place. Hosts Avril and Sue are such genuine, friendly and consummate professionals when hosting. We were greeted warmly and given a personal tour of the home and rooms. Offered tea and cakes on arrival, a lovely touch. The house is 3 stories tall and a traditional building. 5 rooms are rented, the lower floor has a large double length lounge which is available to use by any guest. Games and books can be found in here. The other room downstairs is for breakfast. 4 rooms have front facing windows and the views are stunning. We staying in McPherson on the top floor and found it perfect. The room had all you could need, tea/coffee station, soaps and amenities, lovely ensuite, small chairs and table with a view to the front loch and very comfortable bedding. Milk and chilled water are available in a small fridge in the hall downstairs. Breakfast is pre ordered and time slots given, so you can choose when to enjoy your meal. We loved the locally sourced produce and preserves. Coffee on tap and warm hospitality throughout. For the price paid, the views available, and the charm of the place it's just gorgeous, don't question it, just book this place... Now.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming host, lovely room and common spaces, delicious breakfast and very helpful in booking us dinner reservations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Scottish B&B located on a much directly across from Inveraray Castle
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
AMAZING VIEW!!! The ladies who run the hotel are nice and accommodating. They made us breakfast early so we could make it to our ferry. The room was beautiful. We loved every aspect of our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous!

Wonderful place to stay, lovely ladies running this establishment which is decorated to the highest standard! Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

B Ruth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although somewhat out of town, it is well worth the drive. An excellent B and B, with wonderful co owners who go WAY out if their way for each visitor. They made some dinner reservations for me, despite warning us several times about restaurants booking up. Very very helpfull, and even greeted me with my first name. I will go back there. Definitely the best place that I stayed in during my 14 day Scotland trip!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Lovely rooms and welcoming hosts. Bit more out of the way than we were expecting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts, delicious breakfasts and the home made cake with a view across the loch was fantastic. We are hoping to come back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Thistle House

We had an absolutely lovely stay at this beautiful B &B . Sue greeted us very warmly on our arrival and was so helpful setting us up and making us feel so welcome . She even arranged dinner for us at a nearby restaurant , which was amazing as well . The house itself is so very charming . Every room nicer than the last . Breakfast was done perfectly , with a very nice selection .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a great 2 nights we had at the Thistle House! Wonderful room and the breakfast each morning couldn't have been better. Avril and Sue are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacques

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023