Bute is an island located within the Argyll and Bute council. It belongs to the historic county of Buteshire, Scotland. The northern part of this island is known to be hilly with the southern part being more fertile and flatter. This town is filled with many prehistoric lremains as well as chapels which have ancient Christian features. There are activities designed for every season in Bute. During the cool autumn months, visitors will indulge in a range of activities like walking some of the nature trails, observing wildlife, cycling and visiting the Rothesay Castle. The winter months are cold but there is also a wealth of wildlife. Guests will also be able to see several members of Bute’s two seal colonies. Throughout the year, Bute is home to a wide variety of birds, even during winter. This destination has much to offer for visitors of all ages. Continue reading below to find out about the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Bute, United Kingdom.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Victorian apartment with a sea view (from USD 136)
This holiday cottage for rent in Bute, United Kingdom, is very stylish, with bold colors and all the amenities you need for a wonderful stay. You can have your morning coffee on the small table in front of the large bay windows that offer a stunning view of the harbor all the way to the Kyles of Bute. If you need to squeeze in some work, the dedicated workspace and the Wi-Fi come in handy. There’s also a 32-inch HDTV for entertainment.
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the view from the dinner table was fantasticlovely to eat breakfast watching the ferries coming and goingwonderful stay at this delightful apartment amazing view and a lovely well equipped and extremely comfortable play to staywe had a great week in a really fabulous apartmentvery comfortable great view super comfy beds fabulous shower thoroughly enjoyed staying thereCleanliness:
neat clean and well stockedcomfortable stylish impeccably clean and with lots of thoughtful touches to make the stay memorablevery clean and comfortable flat all mod amenitieseverything about this apartment is great; cleanliness; decor; locationHost:
owner has it ready for you and makes you feel at homegraeme very accessible and helpful hostthe locals are friendly and very welcominggreame is an excellent host and communication was super easy and straightforwardRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is ideal for exploring the islandeasy links to the busgreat apartment in a great locationgreat place in great locationso central with free parking right outside
2. Pet-friendly apartment with a backyard (from USD 104)
If you want to bring your furbaby on vacation, this is the place to stay in Bute! The property is a short walk from the local ferry terminal, making it easy to find! It has a fully-fenced shared backyard where your pet can run around and play. The fully equipped kitchen is convenient, but you could also try local offerings such as Harry Haw’s or go to The Galatea for drinks. Afterward, wind down with a movie or show on TV.
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the interiors are incredible and the entire space is very well considered and comfortablefabulous apartment complete luxury not only is it beautifully designed all details have been lovingly thought thoughthe most beautiful apartment perfect place to relax and cook (stunning kitchen)the little "boot room" is inspired and keeps all your outdoors-y stuff out of the wayit was a joy going from room to room and seeing all the little detailsCleanliness:
very clean and well presentedbeautiful clean and well supplied accommodationstylish & well-appointed immaculately clean apartmentlovely apartment very clean and modern bed was very comfyit was warm spacious and had great touches like nice linens and luxury cleaning productsHost:
benjamin was an amazing hostbenjamin was also a tremendous host thank you we would definitely visit again and highly recommendbenjamin was also very responsive when we asked for recommendations for places we could take our dogbenji is an amazing host responsive great communication and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
it was an ideal location to explore butethe location is brilliant literally a second away from the portnice and central in townlovely flat in an ideal locationa stylish modern and well equipped apartment immaculate and a great location for shops pubs and restaurants
3. Flat in Ardbeg (from USD 65)
This beautiful holiday rental in Bute is located on the second floor of a building. Located in a peaceful village in Ardbeg, this property is elegantly furnished and comes with unique features like a sunken lounge and a raised dining area. The kitchen in this property is fully equipped with appliances like a cooker and fridge, and it contains lots of cutlery and crockery as well. There are two single beds in the bedroom and a double sofa bed in the lounge area. Free Wi-Fi is also available in this property.
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fantastic views from dining tablethe view from the sitting room window was stunningit was very much as described with fabulous views comfortable furniture and everything we neededsitting on the living room chair just brought you the gorgeous stunning viewa stylish comfortable flat with a great viewCleanliness:
a nice flat very clean and tidyit was clean and well prepared at arrivalflat was clean warm and felt very homelygood organised and very clean and keith helped us very goodit is perfectly clean and had everything we needed for a lovely weekendHost:
the host is very friendly and responsivehosts were helpful prior to visit and flat was immaculatethey are great hosts and will answer any questions you have to the best of their abilitiesvery friendly and welcoming hostskeith is a very good host tooRead more reviewsLocation:
bus stop was a minutes walk away but also the flat was in good walking distance of rothesaybeautiful flat and locationlocation peaceful & perfect for access all over the island by bus or carexcellent place great location very relaxinggreat flat in a great location
4. Farm holiday in Bute (from USD 178)
Check out this farmhouse Airbnb in Rothesay, which is located on the Isle of Bute. This property is surrounded by spectacular scenery and a postcard-like landscape. Scalpsie Beach is only a short walk away and this beach can be enjoyed from the window in the bedrooms and kitchen. There are three bedrooms which are all spacious, boasting sea views as well. The first bedroom comes with a large king-sized bed. While the second one comes with a super king-sized bed. The third bedroom comes with a double bedroom which also has a fireplace. There is parking space for two cars. Free Wi-Fi is also available throughout the property.
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the house is spacious comfortable and warm and the views to arran are amazingthe indoor living space also has great views and a cozy fire when it's less warmCleanliness:
the beds were really comfortable linen & towels provided were spotlessly cleanthe house was super clean and very cosysqueaky clean - comfy beds and great viewslovely and clean with really comfy bedsgorgeous clean friendly farm by the seaHost:
lisa our host was really friendly and helpfullisa & ian were excellent hosts and made us feel very welcomelisa and ian were fantastic hostslisa and ian are the most wonderful hosts friendly helpful and very welcominghosts are very friendly and helpful and the house was amazing thank youRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfecta perfect location for a quiet get away stunning beach only 5 mins walk awayits a great location really close to the beach and there are lovely walking areas nearbythe location is simply stunningthis is an ideal location for families and groups
5. Bright flat in Rothesay Bay (from USD 112)
This is a bright flat that is situated opposite the beach which is only half a minute away. All major amenities like a supermarket and restaurants are a few minutes away from this property. Free parking is available for those using their own cars. From the windows in the house, guests can watch ferries at the pier plying in and out. The apartment itself is comfortable and cozy. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances like a washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, oven and hob, microwave, kettle and toaster. There are two bedrooms in the apartment. One comes with a queen-sized bed and the other comes with two single beds. The living area also comes with a single bed which can be used by an additional guest. Beach materials such as beach towels, buckets and spades are available for guests to use. There is free Wi-Fi in the flat.
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the apartment was a great size with amazing views of the seathe views are incredible and the flat really comfortable with everything you could needa really cosy apartment fantastic views from the window well-equipped and a very friendly and helpful hosta spectacular view from the front room on a particularly lovely november morningwe had a terrific time and were pleasantly surprised by the apartment when we arrivedCleanliness:
very clean spacious and comfortableangela's flat is very clean comfortable and well equippedangela's place is nice and clean warm and comfortablea beautiful apartment which was immaculately cleanit was very comfortable and cleanHost:
friendly and helpful hostangela is a great hostangela was a fantastic hostangela was the perfect hostangela is a fantastic hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location and quietgreat flat in fab locationflat in an ideal location to explore the islanda superb location 2 minutes from the ferry and in walking distance to the townit’s in an amazing location
6. Spacious Victorian house (from USD 51)
Enjoy the charm of Bute by booking this lovely Airbnb vacation rental in Rothesay. This listing is for a lovely, furnished room suitable for two people. From this home, guests can enjoy spectacular sea views. The bedroom consists of a king-sized bedroom which has a comfortable bedding. Guests also get full access to the Garden Summer House. The kitchen is equipped with beverages such as tea and coffee. The hosts will provide simple food supplies like bagels, bananas, eggs and milk for you to have a quick breakfast. Free Wi-Fi is available in this property and free parking is available for guests coming by cars.
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the tea and snack tray in the kitchen was a lovely touchbeautiful house with great views and a great roombeautiful view from the house and a very cozy roomthere was a very comfortable bed and a sofa in the bedroomwonderful views from the living room and lilac bench at the frontCleanliness:
the bedroom is large spotlessly clean and comfortableroom was very spacious and clean with all we neededthe room is spacious clean and well equippedvery comfortable and cleanroom was comfortable and spotlessHost:
a lovely home with very friendly hostsi'd certainly recommend this lovely home and hostsjane and martin are lovely hostsjane and martin were perfect hoststhe hosts made me feel at home and were incredibly graciousRead more reviewsLocation:
its a lovely house in a great locationlovely house and stunning locationgreat location with water views also 1 min walk to bus stopthe house is very nice and in a perfect locationsuper close to the ferry terminal too thank you
7. One bedroom flat in Port Bannatyne
This apartment is known as “The Port” and it is a one-bedroom flat in Port Bannatyne. It is located on the seafront and guests get the chance to enjoy fantastic views of the Bay. The apartment has a warm and cozy ambiance. There are good transport links to other parts of the village so guests will always feel connected. The house is equipped with amenities like double-glazed windows, gas central heating and a newly done-up shower area. There is a double bed in the bedroom and a sofa bed in the living area. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Port Bannatyne, Scotland, United Kingdom
8.57 km (5.4 mi) from Mount StuartAccommodates: 2
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good wifi toogorgeous view from the living room windownice sea view from the window and a comfortable place to staythe flat was lovely and clean with comfortable furnishings and the views were fantasticlovely comfortable living room with fabulous viewsCleanliness:
spotlessly clean comfortable and well equippedit was cosy clean well equippedsusan's flat was cosy clean well equippedit was spotlessly clean comfortable and lovely and warmwonderful apartment warm clean and cosyHost:
nice host as wellhelpful and welcoming hostsusan was a very helpful hostsusan was very kind and answered questions very quicklystaff gave us lots of good tips for local walks and walks further afieldRead more reviewsLocation:
very central yet so peacefula lovely quiet and comfy flat in a perfect location for exploring butesusan’s place was as cozy as they come we wish we could have stayed longergreat location view fantasticsusan's place is warm cosy and beautifully situated looking out to the sea
8. Quaint flat with sea views (from USD 64)
This flat has recently been refurbished in true Victorian style and is located in the seaside village of Port Bannatyne. There is one bedroom with a double bed. There is also a double sofa bed in the living area which can accommodate two more people. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
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comfortable flat with great views across the waterbeautiful small apartment with sea views on the island butegreat view on the sea nice comfortable flat with a terrific showerlovely cozy place with amazing view from the windowgood shower and heating systemCleanliness:
great place clean and cosythe apartment was so clean and well equippedthe flat is small and cosy extremely clean and beautifully decoratedstylish clean and a most enjoyable place to stay whilst visiting butesam's flat is absolutely perfect for a getaway clean cosy quirky quiet has everything you needHost:
great host :)sam's a fantastic host toosam was a great host and went out his way to make it a great weekendsam is a great host checking we had everything and ensuring our stay was enjoyable throughoutneedless to say flat & host highly recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
brilliant location close to the watera very relaxing locationwell presented flat in a gorgeous locationthe location was perfect for the west island way walkclose to good walks and nice for cycling
9. Spacious apartment with sea views
Come and stay in this ground-floor two-bedroom apartment. The rental is spacious and bright. From here, guests can enjoy stunning sea views. The garden in the front of the house is a shared one but there is a patio which is for guests’ private use. Guests can enjoy the BBQ area which will allow them to make roasts. The center of town is within a short distance where guests can find supermarkets, restaurants and cafes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Rothesay, Scotland, United Kingdom
6.44 km (4.0 mi) from Mount StuartTop guest reviews
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plenty of space and very comfortable bedswe'd definitely book the apartment again if we return to buteCleanliness:
a lovely clean and comfortable flatthe flat was lovely clean and cosya lovely spacious apartment well furnished and decorated and cleanthe flat was very clean and all the bedding and kitchen supplies were provided)perfect for what we wanted well equipped clean and cosyHost:
helpful easy to deal with hostpatrica was a great host and couldn't have been more accommodatingpatrica was very helpful and the apartment was greatRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and excellent flatcomfortable well equipped flat close to towngreat location brilliant wee garden and lovely insidethis flat is in a great location and is very comfortableit’s in a good location within easy walking distance along the waterfront to the shops and restaurants
10. Peaceful and secluded house in Bute
This is a two-bedroom bed and breakfast which was built in the 1850s. This is a spacious house which is set in a rural setting. The rooms in this property are cozy and exude a warm feel. There are two bedrooms here, with a double bed in one room and a single bed in the other. The kitchen and other parts of the house are also cozy and well equipped. Guests get basic ingredients that will help them to make coffee, tea or even a simple breakfast. Breads and preserves are also provided. The bathroom in the house is shared with the owner of the house. Free parking is available on the premises.
Isle of Bute, Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
9.99 km (6.3 mi) from Mount StuartTop guest reviews
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the kitchen bathroom and bedroom where beautiful with the lamps and lightingexcellent spread for breakfastthe flowers in the room were so delicate and prettybut here even the mattress was perfect - i felt like goldilocks having just discovered baby bear's bedbreakfast was also good - a proper 'b&b affair' with cereal juice tea and coffee and cooked optionsCleanliness:
our room was lovely and cleanthe bedroom was clean and airy and the bed was extremely comfortableHost:
incredible space wonderful hospitality and a great hostmargaret was an excellent host who made us feel very welcomeshe was attentive to our needs and happy to chatmargaret is so welcoming and an attentive hosta very cosy home and kind and friendly welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellent right in the middle of the islandgreat location- peaceful and not too far from port ballantynea stunning location would return again and againit’s the perfect location for butefest lovely walk to ettrick bay even in the rainlovely rural location and rustic atmosphere
11. Flat overlooking Kames Bay
This is a first-floor apartment which has beautiful views of Kames Bay. The property is located in Port Bannatyne in the Isle of Bute. The property consists of a bedroom which has a double bed and there is a sofa bed in the living area. Guests get access to the shower room, living room and kitchen which is fully equipped with modern appliances. Parking is available on the street for guests coming in by car. Free Wi-Fi is available on the premises.
Port Bannatyne, Scotland, United Kingdom
8.6 km (5.4 mi) from Mount StuartTop guest reviews
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cozy and pristine flat with fantastic view over the baygreat views from apartment over bayalso the thoughtful touches like tea coffee salt pepper and plenty toilet rollthe view is wonderful you can have breakfast or dinner watching boats on the seait was so comfortable that we were finding it difficult to move out at timesCleanliness:
impeccably clean and very comfortablevery cosy clean and warmthe flat was extremely clean and well equippedcomfy beds and everywhere nice and cleanvery accessible and cleanHost:
the hosts were helpful and accommodatingthe hosts were very helpful and friendlywe were made to feel very welcome by the hosts at the startthey were really friendly and provided us with all the information we required for our staygreat stay margaret & steve are awesome hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
well worth walking a couple of miles to get tomy second stay at this great flat in a lovely locationthe flat is in a great locationgreat wee flat in a nice location love seeing the sea form the windowa peaceful location we felt like there was no one else around us
12. Apartment with habour view
This is a bright and spacious one-bedroom apartment which is located on the ground floor. The apartment is only within a few minutes away from the beautiful harbor. This rental is very comfortable and has great views of the ferries which ply the route. The bedroom consists of a double bed which is good for two. There is also a travel cot available if guests come in with kids as well as a sofa bed in the living area which can be used by two more guests. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Rothesay, Scotland, United Kingdom
5.48 km (3.5 mi) from Mount StuartSuperhostAccommodates: 2
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the view from living room is stunningall mod cons good showersuch a beautiful apartment full of stylish character and amazing viewsi honestly can't praise both rachel and her gorgeous little apartment enoughthere were lots of lovely touches that made the stay even more comfortableCleanliness:
plenty clean fluffy towelsfab place clean and tidygorgeous wee flat clean and very comfortablespotless clean and in centre of rothesaythis flat is absolutely lovely it’s was spotlessly clean when we arrivedHost:
rachel was a great hostexcellent hosts and great valuerachel was hospitable and great with communicating with usshe’s a great host she’s nice and answers the messages very quickvery good value for money and a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
ideal quiet central location in rothesaya convenient location with excellent parkingcentral location and great value for moneybeautiful flat in a perfect locationfantastic accomodation close to ferry terminal and town centre
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