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Glendaruel Caravan Park

4.8 (85 reviews)

Located in the heart of the beautiful Cowal Peninsula, and close to the Kyles of Bute, the Park is the perfect rural escape and base to explore Argyll. At just under 2 hours from Glasgow city centre, the site is on the Loch Lomond & Cowal Way, now one of Scotland’s Great Trails, making us the perfect overnight stop.

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At Glendaruel get close to nature and enjoy the outdoors what ever the weather. The mature Park woodland is home to Red Squirrels and abundant Bird life. It is great base for road and mountain biking. In 2016 Danny MacAskill enjoyed some challenges at Portavadie on Argyll's Secret Coast and Mark Beaumont cycled the Cowal Way which can be accessed from the Park. The Magnificent Benmore Botanic Garden is only a 20 miles drive.

Historic Attractions, Interesting Art Galleries and Outdoor Adventure are all on offer in the Cowal Area. Ferries to Bute, Kintyre and Gourock can all be reached within 30 minutes. Food Lovers will not be disappointed in the quality of Food from Argyll. Great fresh local produce to simply prepare yourself or eat out at a choice of excellent Restaurants and Cafes within a 20 minute drive. The park also appeals to families with young children.

The park offer guests a choice of accommodation. Two & Three Bedroom Caravan Holiday Homes, Two New Camping Bothies and The Little camping lodge are situated on the edge of the park with open views up the Glen. Touring pitches suitable for Caravans, Campers & Motorhomes are all hard standing with electric hook ups. Tents have a separate area perfect to enjoy the Dark Sky.

Facilities include Toilets, showers, laundry and an undercover campers shelter with seating and hot and cold running water. There is a tiny shop/ for essentials and a wifi hotspot

Availability

Touring Lawn: Hard Standing Pitch with Electric

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

Hard Standing Pitches are arranged around a gravel access road skirting a large central grassy area.

Hard Standing Pitches are arranged around a gravel access road skirting a large central grassy area. There is a short walk to the New Facilities either on the level tarmac road or up a few steps. Open views to the Glendaruel Hills but sheltered by mature woodland home to Red Squirrels and abundant birdlife.

Features

Hard standing pitch
Electric hook-up
Pet friendly
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South Field: Hard Standing Pitch Non Electric

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

South field. Three hardstanding pitches for camper vans or small motorhomes

Hard standing Area which can accommodate three units.

Vehicles to be parked on hardstanding .

These pitches do not have access to electric hook-up points.

Awnings can be put on the grass.

Adjacent to large grass area where small tents can pitch

Pets are welcome on these pitches.

Features

Hard standing pitch
Pet friendly
Electric hook-up
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Grass Non-Electric Pitch - 1 or 2 person Tent (No Car)

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

We have separate grassy areas for short stay camping. Tent pitches without electric. suitable for Cyclists/Walkers/Motorbikes.

We have two grassy areas for small tents. One area is in the Southfield which is a short walk from the facilities. Ideal to observe the dark sky. The 2nd area is closer to the facilities. We have an indoor wash up /food prep with kettle/toaster/ microwave and usb charging points.

There is a covered area with benches.

We no longer can accommodate large tents.

Cars are charged as an extra,

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Birch little camping lodge (Pet friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 bedroom
  • Max 2 pets

The cosy little lodge sits at the edge of the park with open views across the fields

The dining area collapses down into a spacious double bed platform. A partition wall gives some privacy from bunk beds.

Currently there are no shared facilities. Shower and toilet are allocated to each bothie. We are not supplying bedding and towel packs

Features

2 bunks & dining area which folds down into sleeping platform
Electric lighting, sockets and heating
Microwave, kettle, toaster & fridge
Standpipe for water close by
Shower and toilet facilities a short walk
Picnic bench & Area to BBQ
No smoking
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Bothie Alder cabin (Pet free)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 bedroom
  • Max 2 pets

Sleeps 4 | 2 bunks and a seating area that folds down into a double bed platform | Fridge, kettle, toaster, heater, usb point

Currently shower and toilet are allocated to each bothie. No shared access. We are not supplying bed packs and towels

Designed and built In Argyll these fabulous structures have settled into the park and enjoy brilliant open views of the Glendaruel Hills.

Clad in larch they will silver with time. They look stunning with their little louvred porch ideal for sitting outside whatever the weather or hanging outdoor gear to dry. A large oval window allows you to enjoy the great views and wildlife.

The Bothies can sleep 4. The seating area folds down into a double bed. This area is separate from the bunk beds by a curtain. Each bothie has small fridge, kettle, toaster and microwave, panel heater. There are ample electric sockets and usb charging points. Midge/ Fly screens are fitted to the windows that open.

Ideal for walkers, cyclists or the camping trip without the tent!

Features

Sleeps 4
2 bunks and a seating area that folds down into a double bed platform
Fridge, kettle, toaster, heater, usb point
Fly/Midge screen
Picnic bench & Area to BBQ
No Smoking
Shower, toilet and laundry facilities are a short walk
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Bothie Larch cabin (Pet friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 bedroom
  • Max 2 pets

Sleeps 4 | 2 bunks and a seating area that folds down into a double bed platform | Fridge, kettle, toaster, heater, usb point

Currently private facilities allocated to each bothie. We are not providing bed packs and towels.

Designed and built In Argyll these fabulous structures have settled into the park and enjoy brilliant open views of the Glendaruel Hills.

Clad in larch they will silver with time. They look stunning with their little louvred porch ideal for sitting outside whatever the weather or hanging outdoor gear to dry. A large oval window allows you to enjoy the great views and wildlife.

The Bothies can sleep 4. The seating area folds down into a double bed. This area is separate from the bunk beds by a curtain. Each bothie has small fridge, kettle, toaster and microwave, panel heater. There are ample electric sockets and usb charging points. Midge/ Fly screens are fitted to the windows that open.

Ideal for walkers, cyclists or the camping trip without the tent!

Features

Sleeps 4
2 bunks and a seating area that folds down into a double bed platform
Fridge, kettle, toaster, heater, usb point
Midge/Fly screen
Picnic bench & Area to BBQ
No smoking
Shower, toilet and laundry facilities are a short walk
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Willow holiday home (Three bedroom/Sleeps six) (Pet friendly)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Max 2 pets

Spacious open plan caravan holiday home on a quiet park with woodland walks | Pets welcome (max 2 dogs) | UPVC decking & walkway with gate |

Currently we do not provide sheets, towels or tea towels.

Luxury caravan with 3 bedrooms, an open plan living space with kitchen and dining area.

Features

1 double, 2 twin + pull out bed in living room
Gas central heating
Pillows, duvets and mattress protectors provided
UPVC decking area
Pets welcome (max 2 dogs)
Picnic bench
No smoking
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Hazel holiday home (Two bedroom/Sleeps four)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Max 2 pets

Spacious open plan caravan holiday home on a quiet park with woodland walks | small UPVC decking |

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Features

1 kingsize double, 1 twin + pull out bed in living room
Gas central heating
Small UPVC decking area
Picnic bench
No smoking
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Rowan holiday home (Two bedroom/Sleeps four) (Pet friendly)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Max 2 pets

Spacious open plan caravan holiday home on a quiet park with woodland walks| Pets welcome (max 2 dogs) | UPVC decking & walkway with gate |

Currently we do not provide sheets, towels or tea towels.

Luxury caravan with 2 bedrooms, an open plan living space with kitchen and dining area.

Features

1 double, 1 twin + pull out bed in living room
Gas central heating
Pillows, duvets and mattress protectors provided
UPVC decking area
Pets welcome (max 2 dogs)
Picnic bench
No smoking
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85 Reviews

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Hidden gem

Macmillan, Lisa - 16/08/2025

5

Stayed here whilst doing the Loch Lomond and Cowal way, no one was there to book in however Annie was very responsive when contacted and directed me to make myself at home. Great facilities after a long day's hike, great shower, laundry and kitchen area. Several covered outdoor seating areas, with beautiful surroundings!

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on the cowal way walk!

Carter, Anna - 14/08/2025

5

Perfect place on the COwal and Loch Lomond talk. Annie is so helpful : she bought food for us!

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Beautiful and quiet campsite, perfect for walkers!

Van Der Staaij, Mark - 13/08/2025

5

Glendaruel is a hidden gem. On the Cowal peninsula, most campsite or caravan parks are near a loch or the sea. Not this one. Which may explain why it's a hidden gem. Its beautiful, spacious, well maintained, with excellent pitces, great facilities. The owner/manager of the campsite is a lovely lady and she'll make you feel at home. We definitely did. it was a pleasure sitting outside and seeing all the birds fly around. We easily counted 15 different species in close proximity in the span of a cup of coffee. This campsite is perfect for people walking because it actually has dedicated space for your small tent! It has a small kitchen with some amenities and plenty picknick benches, some of which are under roof and perfect for hikers on a rainy day. 10/10 can recommend. M & M from the Netherlands.

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Fantastic Campsite

Blacklock, Jayne - 11/08/2025

5

This is beautiful and well maintained campsite in a tranquil location. The owner was fantastic and so helpful throughout our stay which just wasn;t long enough. Really appreciated the little touches like the indoor kitchen with items to use that we hadn't packed and the covered outdoor seating area. The site was peaceful with pitches having plenty of space to enjoy the outdoor life. We would love to return next time we are in the area.

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Fantastic, peaceful site

Link, Becky - 06/08/2025

5

Glendaruel is such a beautiful place to stay! Annie made us very welcome and the facilities are excellent. We wanted a peaceful site in a beautiful location and that's exactly what we got! Thank you!

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Lovely site ,in a great location.

Reilly, Michael - 06/08/2025

5

Lovely area,helpful staff ,not overcrowded surrounded by fields and sheep and cows,nice walks in the area.

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Lovely site

Chambers, Yvette - 06/08/2025

5

Very well maintained site run by a lovely ladyExcellent facilities including laundryWe didn't use toilet or shower but they looked cleanI imagine when it's not school holidays it's quite but unfortunately we had a noisy family close who's kids flew toy planes and thought nothing of it when they hit other peoples vehicles including our motorhome and made noise up to midnight this is not the sites fault it's just some people have no concern for others and we like total peace and quiet so shouldn't have booked during holiday time

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Return to Glendaruel

Ferguson, Stephen - 06/08/2025

5

We returned to Glendaruel for two nights this year, after staying one night last year. On both occasions we were en route to another destination to meet with friends and family. Its a beautiful location and very quiet. Both times we camped in our 2 man tent: most other folks on the site were in campervans or static caravans. There is a covered eating area with a couple of picnic benches right next to the indoor washing up facilities (which also had a kettle, microwave and fridge) and we cooked our meals on our gas stove on one of these tables, protected from the rain. Super toilet and shower facilities with plenty of hot water. Annie was always helpful and would wave when seeing us around the site. We visited a number of locations in the area, gardens, beaches, churches, the Smiddy, and enoyed a couple of lovely cycle rides in the evenings on the quiet back roads locally.

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Peace

Stannard, Lewis - 03/08/2025

5

How did Glendauruel manage to turn the world off. Its so peaceful

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Beautiful quiet park

Wilson, Claire - 02/08/2025

5

Lovely quiet and friendly park immersed in nature.We stayed in the little camping lodge which was clean, cosy and very well equipped, even had a fridge which we were not expecting.Can’t wait to return, a nice change to camping ensuring we were warm and dry whatever the weather .

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