Reviews of Oban Seil Farm The Bothy 3 stars
Oban Seil Farm, Clachan Seil, Isle of Seil, Clachan, PA34 4TN, United Kingdom
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Reviewed: 9 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe location of the bothy of Seil is lovely, plenty of walking / hiking nearby and the scenery is stunning and very relaxing.
The bothy itself was decent however it could benefit from a few improvements like a more powerful plumbing / shower with the showerhead placed at a more convenient height (too low) and little things like a toilet roll holder. Addition of WiFi would also help especially when most of the days activities are planned via phones (activity booking / up to date weather etc.) I would say a little over priced but can't fault the location.
Thank you for staying with us and your review. We’ve taken note of your comments and appreciate the feedback. The WiFi is a long-term issue as we wait for Fibre to be installed in the local area. It’s the usual conundrum/ we need facilities for Piccadilly Circus and want to live in a remote beautiful setting with islands and fantastic views. We can honestly say although don’t have much internet we are proud to say we have the best location anyone could ever dream of. We believe we’re fairly priced. The Bothy is well equipped and you have a view over Seil Sound and about five other islands from your bedroom window. We are the only property on the island with private waterfront and pontoon for our guests to bring their own boats kayaks etc. It’s such a shame the weather wasn’t better for you so you could enjoy it all fully in all its glory. We very much hope to see you back.
Thank you for staying with us and your review. We’ve taken note of your comments and appreciate the feedback. The WiFi is a long-term issue as we wait for Fibre to be installed in the local area. It’s the usual conundrum/ we need facilities… Show more
Reviewed: 29 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLocation was beautiful with stunning views of the sea, lake & mountains, the private shore once located was a little gem. It was a little bit further away from Oban than we thought but the scenery to & from Oban was beautiful. I made two lovely woolly friends & every time they saw me they ran to the gate bleating for attention.
The wi-fi was poor, I was unable to download a book on my kindle.
Reviewed: 23 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful bothy on a working farm. Nick and Bette were wonderful hosts. Could not do enough for you. The wine and homemade biscuits were a lovely surprise. The bothy was kept lovely and warm by the underfloor heating. Very well equipped and had everything you need. Great view over the Loch and surrounding countryside. Very quiet and peaceful. Many small islands to explore that were close by or you can get further afield from Oban which is about 20 minutes drive away. Lots of places to eat in Oban, can highly recommend the fish and chips from Norries in George Street. Will definitely be going back for a future holiday
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Reviewed: 9 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewAbsolutely beautiful area. Very quiet and peaceful, just what we wanted. The bothy is wonderful, very clean and comfortable. The hosts are lovely people and very friendly. We will definitely be back.
Nothing. Loved everything.
Reviewed: 13 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewA lovely little cottage perfect for a relaxing stay with everything you need
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It was so lovely to meet you.