Dunmore Villa is a modern well appointed family home and has a unique position
on the very edge of West Loch Tarbert where the Caledonian MacBrayne Ferry to Islay
passes the picture window several times during the day.
The Dunmore Estate extends to 1000 acres in a Westerly direction and was the seat
of one branch of the MacMillan Clan. The name Dunmore originates from the Gaelic 'Dun Mhor'
meaning the large fort and the remains of one large and one smaller bronze age forts are part of
its natural history.
A large proportion of the estate has been designated by the Scottish Natural Heritage as a site
of specific scientific interest because many sub-tropical plants reach their Northern most
locations in this region and the woodlands have been selected as a suitable site for the new
European designation known as a Specific Area of Conservation.
The numerous trees and copses are shelter for an abundance of wildlife and 180 recorded species
of birds present great interest for walkers through the Estate.
The villa has a pleasant garden extending to two acres with many mature trees and shrubs plus many
recently planted hybrid rhododendrons and azaleas from the famous nursery on Loch Awe which give
a brilliant display in Spring.