First, we do NOT supply hairdryers so please bring your own along with your toiletries, potions and lotions. Here is a quick summary of what we do provide:
Starter supply of loo rolls – we provide unbleached bamboo toilet rolls and have a subscription service with Naked Sprout. (Occasionally demand will outstrip supply but don’t worry we won’t leave you without.)
Liquid soap/hand wash (free from SLS and harmful parabens) – please note we refill dispensers to reduce waste.
Two cotton t-towels and an oven glove.
A cleaning cloth and a pot scourer.
Washing up liquid (biodegradable) – please note we refill and reuse old bottles.
All beds are made up for your arrival and we will leave a bed throw on top of the duvet. There are 2 pillows per person (usually one firm, one soft) and pillows have pillow protectors.
We provide one large bath sheet per person and will leave a hand towel and bath mat in every bathroom. You can add additional towels during the booking process and if you are staying longer than a week we will offer fresh bed linen and towels. Of course, accidents happen and if you spill your morning coffee and need a fresh duvet cover (or more) then just get in touch.
Now that the threat from Covid is being successfully managed we have returned to providing a physical copy of our welcome folder and guest information and we also leave a Peace Lilly in each property – this lovely little plant helps purify the air so please leave it behind when you leave!
And our suggestions for what to bring:
Torch – there are no street lamps in the countryside;
Wellies/boots or accept that your lovely white trainers may not stay white if you’re going to enjoy the rural walks that surround Cologin. You’ll find Oban a relaxed friendly town and you don’t need jackets and ties for even our poshest restaurants. Dress up if you wish but smart casual is all you will need if you’re out and about in town;
A positive attitude – you’re on holiday and sometimes the west coast weather will do it’s best to screw up your plans but just take a moment and be thankful for the rain – after all it’s tomorrow’s whisky! Just make sure you pack a brolly or a hat or take a jacket with a hood and you’re good to go;
Don’t go mad packing the car with food – it’s easier to do a shop when you’ve arrived. Online ordering and delivery is possible but you have to pick a slot that’s after 4pm. We’ve plenty of supermarkets (Tesco, Lidle, Aldi, M&S, Farmfoods), a craft beer shop, two wine and whisky shops, a brilliant online food hub, two independent butchers, homemade ice-cream stores and specialist food stores/delicatessens so you’ve plenty of options.