Above the Bay — Self Catering in Port Bannatyne, Bute

Above the Bay is a self-catering apartment in Port Bannatyne, a quiet marina village two miles north of Rothesay. The dining table sits in a curved bay window over Kames Bay, so you eat with the yachts and the far shore in front of you. There are three bedrooms, a compact fitted kitchen with a washing machine, and the marina, pub and village shop are all a short walk away.

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Double bedroom at Above the Bay with pine wardrobe, tartan throw and tall sash window

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Where it is

Port Bannatyne sits on the western shore of Kames Bay, a short drive or bus ride from Rothesay. The village has a yacht marina, a couple of pubs, a village shop and the island's unusual 13-hole golf course climbing the hill behind.

Above the Bay is positioned to make the most of the view. You can watch the boats in the marina, walk the shore road into Rothesay, or head inland to the golf course and the island's interior.

Area: Port Bannatyne
Views: Kames Bay
Bedrooms: Three
Drive to Rothesay: About 5 minutes

Bunk room at Above the Bay with a single bed, bunks and a window looking out to yachts on Kames Bay

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Rooms and kitchen

The main bedroom is bright and high-ceilinged, with a pine bed, a wardrobe and a mirror between the windows. A second double sits alongside it, and a third room has a bunk bed and a single, with a window looking straight down onto the moorings — the room most families give to the children.

The galley kitchen is small but fully fitted: gas hob, oven, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle and a washing machine, so you can cook properly and travel light.

Second bedroom at Above the Bay with tartan throw, pine wardrobe and coastal canvas prints

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What to expect

Expect a relaxed, self-catering stay with the marina and bay as the backdrop. It suits couples, families, sailors and anyone who wants a quieter village setting while still being able to reach Rothesay quickly.

The property is a good choice if you like watching the tide, walking along the shore, and having a local pub within strolling distance. A car is helpful for exploring the wider island, though buses run to Rothesay and beyond.

Compact white galley kitchen at Above the Bay with gas hob, oven and washing machine

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What's nearby

The marina, village pub and golf course are on the doorstep. Rothesay's castle, Winter Gardens and restaurants are a few minutes' drive, while Ettrick Bay, Mount Stuart and Kilchattan Bay are within easy reach. See our guide to Bute's beaches and coastal villages.

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Self-catering with bay views in Port Bannatyne.

Where it is

Rooms and kitchen

What to expect

What's nearby