Portavadie Loch Fyne

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  • Swish spa and leisure resort on the eastern shores of Loch Fyne
  • A 40-minute drive from Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
  • Cycle hire, fitness centre, indoor and outdoor pools, play area
Bag yourself a blissful break at Portavadie Loch Fyne, a spa and leisure resort on the shores of a lake in a part of the Scottish Highlands known as the ‘Secret Coast’. It’s an all-season spot with glorious views, a heated infinity pool looking out over the water, and first-rate marina facilities. The site also has restaurants, bars, shops… and an intriguing backstory. It sits on a bit of land in Argyll that was originally earmarked to become an oil rig construction facility but was never used. Nowadays, it’s a swish resort designed to appeal to all sorts of travellers, from families and couples to hikers and sailors. Spend days dipping in and out of the indoor and outdoor pools, breaking up the aquatic activities by exercising in the fitness centre, or cycling on local forest trails using one of the hired bikes. Jaunts in the car could include drives around the lush lake in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park (40 minutes). Alternatively, stick to the site and fish on the loch or birdwatch – guests have been known to glimpse buzzards, otters and golden eagles sparking through the skies. Keen-eyed visitors have spotted basking sharks out in the water too. For beach days, the sandy sweep of Ostel Bay is a 15-minute drive.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 13
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Facilities/activities including leisure and spa facilities available onsite subject to availability are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • Please note that the electric connections for the tent pitches are traditional 3-pin household extensions.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

8.8

Overall rating from 90 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Spectacular sceneryPeacefulRemote location

87% would recommend this site to a friend

79% would stay here again

What customers say

Portavadie offers stunning views and excellent, modern facilities, including impressive spa and leisure amenities like an infinity pool. Staff are consistently described as friendly and helpful. While many highlight the beautiful location and cleanliness, some campers feel the motorhome and camping facilities are a secondary consideration to the marina and lodges, with some pitches described as basic. Issues with water pressure, distance to amenities, and the cost of on-site services were noted by a minority of guests. The ferry terminal proximity is a significant advantage.

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The facilities in the main building…

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tom w.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked The facilities in the main building ie showers ect are 1st class and the food in the restraunt is excelent.

Disliked The motorhome pitches are very basic and exposed and if you get heavy winds like we did 12.11.2025 you get batered !! We was booked in for 3 nights and done 1 as the forcast for the following day was just as bad.

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Level pitch, lovely view, leisure centre…

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Simon P.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Level pitch, lovely view, leisure centre excellent, bar & restaurant lovely.

Disliked Showers/toilets a bit to far, not ideal for older people.

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Poor communication

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Emily P.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Wasn't able to go. Tried to cancel.

Disliked No one responded to my email. No one has offered a refund, haven't even had an acknowledgement of my communication

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Remote getaway

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Conrad H.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked A remote location to get too (plus ferry from Tarbert) but worth it. Flat site with views across the loch. Use of all the Hotel / Marina facilities which were first class. Dog friendly bar / restaurant (geordi barman was great). We sat in the mezzanine and ate pizza from the takeaway menu with some drinks.

Disliked Chemical waste access lid was high up

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Amazing site with great views and facilities! Best site I've stayed at

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked The scenery

Disliked Slight walk to the toilets and other facilities

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Views were good- site good friendly…

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Views were good- site good friendly staff
More set up for cabins and cottages than camping

Food very good

Disliked Directions poor & roads single lane with passing places

Not for me

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Wow! What an amazing place in…

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Sharon B.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Wow! What an amazing place in the middle of nowhere! But still a perfect location if catching the ferry!

We spent 2 nights here, lovely food, coffees & friendly staff.

We used the spa, loved sitting in the outside hottubs & infinity pool in the rain.

We also made full use of the laundry & drying room facilities.

Its a big yes do it from us!

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Good value, friendly staff, exceeded my expectations

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Sue L.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Really good location for the ferry to Tarbert. Facilities at the Marina were excellent. Pitches well spaced, great views.

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Clean and tidy, water and electricity…

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Alan B.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Clean and tidy, water and electricity available.

Disliked More of a luxury spa resort tailored for renting and limited access to the marina and coastline.

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Excellent place to stop

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Rebecca H.

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked The location was breathtaking and the facilities just lovely. A touch of luxury on our road trip.

Disliked It feels wrong to grumble when you're in such an amazing location but the pitch itself was a little soulless and felt simply like a car park. But that's a very minor dislike.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Portavadie Loch Fyne

Tighnabruaich

Argyll

Scotland

PA21 2DA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

55.87402°N
5.31438°W

Nearest transport

Coach
16.6 mi Wemyss Bay Station
18.7 mi McInroys Point
24.8 mi Coronation Park
Rail
16.5 mi Wemyss Bay Rail Station
17.3 mi Inverkip Rail Station
18.3 mi Largs Rail Station
Ferry
0.2 mi Portavadie Ferry Terminal
3.5 mi Tarbert (Loch Fyne) Ferry Terminal
4.3 mi Tighnabruaich Pier Ferry Terminal

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

There’s plenty on site to keep you occupied, but for days out and about head to historical structures such as the ruined Mac Ewen Castle fort (20 minutes) or the medieval Royal Castle of Tarbet (40 minutes) stronghold, then round off adventures the Scottish way with a dram or two at the Whisky West Coast distillery (40 minutes). Those eager to explore a touch further afield could bound over to the Isle of Bute (an hour and 15 minutes) for ambles around the Art Deco and Victorian architecture of palm-lined Rothesay, a town that's rather incongruously known for having some of the best public toilets in the nation. Walks are fab on Bute too – head north for strolls through a heather-strewn landscape. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park (40 minutes) is just as scenic a destination. Wander among handsome hills and glens or find a spot to relax by one of the many lakes before pausing in Dunoon (50 minutes), one of the Firth of Clyde’s main resort towns, to take in the Victorian pier and rummage in the craft shops and galleries.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Ettrick Bay 7.2 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Lunderston Bay 17.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Millport Bay 17.4 mi Sea N/AGoodExcellentExcellent
Largs (Pencil Beach) 18.8 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Seamill 21.7 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

North Sannox - Creag Ghlas Laggan - North Sannox 15.2 mi

Sannox - East Glen Sannox Ridge - Goatfell - Brodick 15.8 mi

Pirnmill - Mullach Buidhe - Beinn Bharrain - Pirnmill 16.1 mi

Goat Fell 18 mi

Cornalees Bridge - Gourock - Greenock Cut 19.8 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Portavadie Loch Fyne have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Portavadie Loch Fyne dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Portavadie Loch Fyne? There’s plenty on site to keep you occupied, but for days out and about head to historical structures such as the ruined Mac Ewen Castle fort (20 minutes) or the medieval Royal … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Portavadie Loch Fyne?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Portavadie Loch Fyne? From £25 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.