Whistlefield Inn in Argyll & Bute

What a beautiful location to spend a few days exploring the breathtaking scenery! This hotel sets it itself apart with it’s attention to detail. The tasteful decor makes it feel welcoming, relaxing but special too. The menu catering for vegans was everything you could want and the breakfast next morning was one of the best I’ve had for a long time. Dogs are welcome and not just permitted, they have their own welcome basket on arrival! The staff couldn’t have been more attentive which made the stay very very good indeed. Can’t recommend it high enough.

Attended at the whistlefield along with my wife and two dogs. The place is very dog friendly. We were allocated a table and the current COVID procedures explained. All table service. The food arrived quickly and was very nice. The drink was a reasonable price. The staff were excellent. Very friendly and efficient We were able to stay in our motor home in the car park. The charge is £40 a night. BUT you get a £49 voucher for meal and drink. Easily spent on lovely food and wineThe views from the car park are awesome. It is a truly stunning location Highly recommended

Food was absolutely fabulous and great service. Could have done with a bit more chicken in the curry though but we were last orders so maybe had ran out of food. Would highly recommend overall

Just returned from a 3 night stay. Can highly recommend. Lovely staff , great food and excellent location. Loved the steak on the hot stones !!! Perfect little stone beach across the road. Don’t miss it.

First visit and will definitely be back. Location is beautiful. Nothing was too much trouble (we were celebrating our friends engagement and staff set the table beautifully). Drinks outside on arrival then seated in the restaurant overlooking the Loch. Food was great (mains and desserts), drinks flowed and staff (Karen and I’m not sure of the other waiter’s name) couldn’t have been more attentive. We relaxed in cozy couches for the last drink of the evening. Thanks for a superb night from start to finish and for making it so special.

Had steaks cooked on rocks which sons said were excellent. Its fantastic to see this place open again and providing an extensive menu especially for vegetarians and vegans. Setting is beautiful and reasonably priced. Shame its so far from where we live. Would highly recommend.

Amazing venue for our wedding. Exceptional location to get married by the loch side, followed by a meal at the restaurant in a private room. Meal was excellent. Service was excellent. The owner went out of her way to ensure our needs were met. Very personal service throughout. Every detail was attended too. Price was very reasonable; with no extra charges just because it was a wedding. Big thanks to Lisa. Also to Clare and Charles. We give 6 stars :-)

Excellent time here staff were exceptional Claire and Karen can't do enough for you Lovely room and food was very good and well priced will definitely be back Thank you fir looking after us so well Dave &Isabel Taylor x

A Birthday celebration for my wife was a big disappointment as the restaurant did not offer any Starters which was a big issue for a night out visit and the ambiance was lacking in the main dining room, The fire alarm went off and nobody came to tell us to evacuate, or that it was now safe to stay. The food was good but about average. We had finished our main course in under an hour and left before dessert. Will pop back for lunch but feel that when I booked it should have been pointed out that a limited menu was in operation.

Whilst on holiday in kilmun we went out for a drive and found this excellent place. We were welcomed warmly with our dog milo. For our main courses I had an excellent haddock in tempura batter which was a first for me. My wife had an excellent chicken makhani curry. The meals with drinks came to just over £30. This is a definite place for us on our next trip to kilmun.

We recently had our second stay at the Whistlefield and it won’t be our last. Such a beautiful place with amazing staff members, good home cooked food and always a warm and personal welcome. We love it.

We were out for a drive and came across this gem today, just off the main road friendly staff and awesome food 👍

The title says it all! Great location, stunning views. Adequate menu in these COVID times. A quality and substantial bar meal.

Had our first meal out at the Whistlefield and were not disappointed. The food was cooked just right and very tasty, love the chips here. It's just great pub grub with a fantastic view

What a fantastic place. Was made to feel so welcome. Only stayed the one night which is a shame as I was just passing through with work. Hopefully will come back. The room was cosy and the food tasty. Well worth a visit.

Despite the winter weather not being at it's best we could not have wanted for a more homely, warm welcome. The log fire was roaring and the place full of Christmas cheer. Service was warm, efficient and friendly. Food was lovely with nice generous portions and a varied menu too. First time customer but will definitely be back. Thank-you!

What can I say... We as a family had a fab santa experience today.From booking to leaving it was very professional and nothing was a problem !We arrived and shown to our table by the helpful elves. There was personalised tree deccies for each child, activity packs and more. The food was excellent and the elves very helpful. Once finished santa made his appearance and read a socially distanced story. After hot chocolate there was a chance for a photo shoot ( again socially distanced) with santa.Thank you all for allowing the kids and adults alike to have some Christmas sparkle in these unsure times.We will be back for lunch again very soon as we all felt very welcome.

Sometimes you come across a spot that ticks all of the boxes...stunning scenery, a warm and cosy atmosphere, a great choice of ales, superb service and a menu you just want to keep exploring. The Whistlefield is one such place!Dating back to 1663, this old drovers' inn overlooks the glorious Loch Eck halfway between Strachur and Dunoon with fantastic views in all directions. We popped in one weekday lunchtime and the place was empty...it should have been packed even in a pandemic but it had little impact on what was a very positive experience. There was friendly conversation with the lass behind the bar from the start as we were positioned opposite a roaring log fire and a stuffed coo called Rosie! This really was the perfect pubby environment for a good old winter ale session with friends...I could have happily stayed in-situ for hours wallowing in the absolute definition of cosiness whilst getting slowly mashed but we were here for lunch and it was just the one pint of Fyne Ales' Workbench. What a menu...I'd have been happy with pretty much everything they offered..both the meat dishes and an impressive array of vegan and vegetarian creations. I went for the vegan cottage pie, my partner opted for the scampi.Two enormous plates, the size of small Pacific island nations, arrived in double quick time. The sumptious cottage pie came with new potatoes, sprouts, carrots and red cabbage, representing around 17 of your five a day! The scampi and chips was similarly expansive with a generous side salad and chips that could have doubled up as girders, such were their girth!A chocolate orange truffle torte provided a wonderfully rich conclusion to what was a fantastic experience at a lovely spot. A big thank you to Clare for making us both feel very welcome as well as the other staff we chatted with.Goes without saying we'll be back...again and again and again!

My wife and I stayed for two nights and had an excellent time. Staff are friendly, food and beer ( Loch Fyne Jarl) are top notch and the rooms are comfortable. Highlights were the breakfasts, wood fires and marvellous views over Loch Eck. One breakfast we had the wonderful experience of a juvenile golden eagle perching on top of a nearby telegraph pole.

Visited on an of chance after passing by.What an amazing placeThe ambiance was amazing and very clean Claire our waitress made us feel very welcomeThe food was sooo godI had steak and kidney suet pudding which was full of meat and flavour My desert of sticky toffee pudding I could have quite happily ate again if I wasn't already fullHighly recommend a visit here

5* Superb location with fabulous views, food excellent (lamb shank, key lime pie, chocolate brownie all recommended). Staff super friendly and doing everything they can to make sure you stay safe and well in current circumstances. Can’t comment on the rooms as didn’t stay here, but we did visit every day on our 4 day break - enough said really Highly recommend! Thanks to owner (an Aussie with a passion for Scotland) and team!

This was our first stop of a 7 night holiday and was definitely our favourite - we will definitely be back!We can’t recommend this hotel and pub highly enough. The staff are super friendly, made us feel very welcome and nothing was too much. They strictly adhered to Covid guidance and made us feel very safe.The room was perfect, parking is great and the location is so pretty and scenic.The food was amazing - such great choice for vegetarians and vegans as well!The pub and staff are also super dog friendly and it was so lovely to see some genuine concern as our dog had to have a trip to the emergency vet.We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend the Whistlefield Inn to all :-)

Always a warm welcome, and a friendly atmosphere even in times of Covid. Spoiled for choice with the menu and, for 3 vegetarians, that's a rare thing. Food was fresh, tasty and served with delicious seasonal veg. Great service too.

We stayed 3 nights as part of our touring around the quieter Lochs. Its location is perfect having the best of stunning views over Loch Eck with misty majestic starts to the day, ending with enjoying a drink watching the sun go down in the late afternoons. Its a great base to do some easy walks, but take the car for further things like Puck Glen, Ardentinny and Glenbanter waterfalls. The breakfasts are great quality and quantity, so if you have a small appetite, as for a smaller breakfast. Our room had the Loch view and I sat on the high stools and had a coffee to enjoy them. The small but efficient team run the hotel like clockwork. My only big disappointment was no cosy fire to watch with a nightcap in the evening as I was told they don't put them on until October :( If you want to chill, this is the place. We would definitely recommend it, and will be back :)

The Whistlefield Inn truly is a bit of a hidden gem. I had not even heard of the place before deciding to book a family staycation in the Cowal area to correspond with my daughters 30th birthday. Looking around for somewhere to go we truly hit the jackpot. This traditional Inn has been modernised in almost a perfect blend of old and new. The outlook over Loch Eck is stunning especially as the sun began to set. Our hosts Jake and Suzy were attentive and efficient, but also brought an element of humour, immediately making us feel at home. Even puting up with an inquisitive 14mth old who decided to break the covid rules and try to visit and smile at every other diner in the room. They also joined in with the singing of Happy Birthday as they brought the cake out. At first we were curious as to why there were no starters on the menu, but when the main courses came, we soon understood. Portion size was huge and immediately made the food exceptional value for money. And I can honestly say this was not a case of quantity over quality. The food was excellent. We also visited during the day for a quiet drink and got to see a quieter Whistlefield bathed in sunshine.All in all a brilliant establishment with a real passion in what they do. Even though we live in the opposite side of Scotland, I think another visit is very much on the cards.

I’m quite fussy and if there’s something wrong I’ll say! - the Whistleblower was really excellent. Covid controls were excellent making one feel at ease - fantastic food including a good variety of veggie options and the staff couldn’t have been friendlier.- Also very reasonably priced - well done!

We chose The Whistlefield as a Sunday night stop on a campervan honeymoon weekend trip around the Cowal and couldn't have been happier that we did.Just before arriving we heard that another landslide had closed the A83 but an evening in The Whistlefield had us so relaxed that even that couldn't disrupt our weekend.The £40 campervan overnight deal, where you get the full £40 back as a food and drink voucher, is inspired and the staff, food and drink we're all perfect. My wife had a Black Rock venison steak which was fantastic and I had liver and onion which was rich and unctuous.I cannot recommend The Whistlefield enough and the effort they put in to social distancing and COVID prevention was evident.

Stayed for one night. Very lovely people and excellent service. Pretty location. Good food including range of vegetarian and vegan option. nice breakfast. Immaculately clean and nicely decorated room with view of loch but 6ft 4 husband found ceilings rather low and room quite snug.

Really enjoyed our dinner last night, my parents were visiting from jersey, my father was extremely impressed with his Venison Hot Rock, said he thoroughly enjoyed it! Mum had the Lasagne and said this was delicious. I my self had the vegan curry, which was very tasty and a rare treat to have naan bread too!For dessert we all opted for the vegan Damson and Apple Pie, once again, all very pleased and enjoyed this immensely very tasty. Staff very friendly,, helpful and attentive. The girl we had was good enough to tell us what she was doing and she would be back with drinks, or to take order, so you weren't left wondering.Really looking forward to returning on Friday evening to try some more of their delights, as there are more vegan options for me try

Fine family run hotel with great views of the Lock and stunning hilltop views! The team were fantastic, breakfast hearty and dog friendly too. All over it re Covid. Allocated tables for your duration and their eyes smiled from behind their face masks! We shall be back! Bravo!!!

Just back from a 2 night stay at the inn and loved everything about it. Our special thanks go to Claire and Suzy for looking after us. They went above and beyond to ensure our stay was as relaxing as it was. Food was excellent and will definitely be back

We were lucky enough to have two evening meals at the whistlefield and found a very warm reception from all the staff who couldn't have made us more welcome,from turning up on the first evening with our St Bernard dog with no reservation and being welcomed without any problem. The food and service were excellent in lovely comfortable surroundings. Brilliant value for money, and hope to make it back sometime.

Myself and wife called ahead to see if we could stay overnight in our motorhome and to book a table for dinner which we where allowed. They charged £40 per couple in the van but this is transferred into a bar/food voucher. Staff friendly and very attentive and the food was excellent as are the selections of beers and gins. We will definitely return as everything about this place is perfect. Loved it.

My brother in law and family was staying at the Inn and we met up for a meal on our last day off holiday. The food was delicious and was made to feel very welcome as additional guests. Highly recommend the venue . Would actually love to have stayed there myself the views are stunning . Even when it rained ...

Good for lunch . Staff very attentive and the food is delicious. Can’t ask for anything more , views on to the loch below are outstanding.

We had a wonderful stay here on Friday 14th August 2020. We done the £40 dine and park up deal, such a great idea. The setting is stunning and set back well off the road so a very peaceful nights sleep was had. The bar and dining rooms are immaculate, all freshly decorated whilst inkeeping with the character of the old building. Our food was lovely (very minor criticism - wasnt keen on the veg served with the balmoral chicken) but other than that everything else was amazing. Quality cold drinks served. Staff were fantastic and the flower baskets where stunning. Looking forward to a return visit again very soon.Thank you to all at the whistlefield.

At the end of riding the Scottish 500 we were tired and were looking forward to a pub for the final nights stay, the other hotels we had visited throughout the trip were not up to much so we weren't holding our breath, but... the Whistlefield Inn is spectacular!The staff are very friendly, two of them had only been there for one week and they worked extremely hard, they knew the hotel/bar/restaurant as if it were their own and made it all the more memorable. The rooms were extremely comfortable, the evening meal was well cooked and hot, the showers were stay-in-able, the breakfast was particularly enjoyable, the beer selection was vast with some very local beers - just down the road! the whisky selection, the ambiance, the locals, the setting...On top of all this, they have space for motorhomes, they run team building events, functions, and its been doing this since 1664.Needless to say we will be heading back here on all future bike trips to Scotland's West Coast and using it as a base for three/four days riding.

What a little gem the Whistlefield Inn is. Fantastic and helpful staff who wore masks at all times. Very comfortable and unique rooms with nice furnishings. Shower very small but oh so powerful and warm. My friend stayed in room 6 and had stunning views over Loch Eck. We ate at the restaurant both evenings. My friend loved it but I found the menu a little lacking. That’s probably me being faddy. If you want steak or venison you have to cook it yourself in hot stones and I didn’t fancy that. Breakfast was stunningly delicious and cooked fresh. The restaurant and breakfast room have strict distancing in operation. Great base to explore the Argyll Forest and 10 minutes from Benmore Botanic Gardens.

Super Inn, excellent service, lovely location, everything just perfect! Everything clean, good food, lovely views, cozy bar, outside tables with lovely views. Will definitely return and will most certainly recommend.

Stayed last night in our motorhome. There's no camping facilities as such but you pay £40 to stay in car park and you get the £40 back to spend on food and drink. We ate in the cozy bar area which was really nice as we were able to chat with the staff, who are all lovely and a real credit to the place. They do everything they can to make your experience as normal as possible during these very 'unnormal' times. I really can't fault anything and we'll definitely be back. Food was excellent and the dessert menu is to die for! You should definitely make a booking though as we saw several people being turned away. Of course, capacity is much lower these days. Dog friendly too, with free dog biscuits on the bar. We spent a really relaxing couple of hours there and it was lovely to be able to chat with fellow diners, thanks to there being only very quiet music in the background.

Popped in for lunch seeing it is now open again. Very good Covid protocols. Menu is very varied and good options for vegetarians and curry lovers. There are the usual pub favs as well. Had the smaller appetite fish and chips and according to my sons the best batter for 20 miles and believe me they have tried most local fish and chips. My husband and I shared a salmon baguette with chips which was plentiful. We will certainly return when we are next in the area.

Lovely place. excellent service with the waitresses going the extra mile to stay safe, fish and chips where fabulous, lovely crispy batter. deserts had a wide range, only one critique was that there seemed to be one waitress handling the whole restaurant part, and this lead to a delay in menus being given etc but food was quick and service was impecable

Had a superb meal on sat food was excellent the two girls serving claire and suzy were fantastic realy helpful especially with all the extra work with covid thanks for a great night hope to be back soon

Booked for a Wednesday night during holiday, after dropping in on the previous Sunday to find it fully booked (partly due to reduced capacity due to social distancing). Some of us had steak without realising the ‘eat out to help out’ scheme applied. It ended up extremely good value indeed. Note though it comes on a hot rock, so you effectively ‘cook’ it to your liking at the table. We didn’t regret giving it a go, despite it being a super hot evening! Kids had other meals, but both happy with theirs. Puddings were delicious. Good menu, including usual favourites and some veg options. A lot of attention to safety in relation to COVID. Not many pubs/ restaurants in the area back to serving food yet so if you’re in the area, can highly recommend but might need to book ahead. I believe dogs are also welcome.

Very impressed with Covid19 rules in place, new owners doing a great job. Staff are very well trained and professional. We went for Sunday lunch food was great, three different curries almost the other traditional meals. We will definitely return over the coming weeks.

Booked for an early dinner. The food was excellent, atmosphere chilled out, views amazing and staff friendly. Would recommend

Really great set up. First meal out as a family since lockdown. Staff welcoming and friendly. Food very tasty. Can’t wait to visit again soon!

We visited for a family meal in July at lunch time. We had an excellent meal in a lovely relaxed environment having being seated in the snug. Food was delicious and service was great. Felt very safe with all the Covid 19 measures put in place. Definitely be visiting again. Thanks whistlefield team.

Very good menu, lovely location. Service & food excellent - thankyou very much! Hope to visit again soon.

We visited pub with two children and our dog, the pub was very accommodating with children and dog. The food was average, but my expectations just could have been too high. The service was not great, we had to wait a long time for waitress after our main meal, no starters on offer, albeit this was lunchtime. We never got offered dessert, I went out and asked for menu but got the bill. The location is amazing with spectacular views.

We are locals and this is our favourite restaurant on the Cowal Peninsula. Whistlefield never disappoints and last night was no exception.The service is consistently excellent. Always friendly, competent and welcoming. Fab choices as ever of drink (including local Craft Ales and gorgeous gins) and brilliant selection of non-alcoholic drinks for the driver (which is normally me).The food is fantastic; generous portions and very well presented. The menu changes almost on a daily basis and there is always something new and exciting to try. Puddings are first class and the ice cream selections last night included a wonderful Islay Whisky ice cream, a tangy Orange Marmalade, and Clotted Cream. Toughest decision of the night was choosing which ice cream to go with our puds...The new decor is gorgeous and the atmosphere inside was vibrant.Our weekly treat always involves a trip to Whistlefield after a day on the hills. Very good and reassuring Covid measures in place that did not spoil the vibe.Can't recommend enough.

Visited for the first time with friends on Wednesday, enjoyed that much I went back with my husband on Friday. Had the lunch menu on both days. Food very tasty, fresh, large portions and nice and hot the way I like. Also had our dog with us too which is a lovely touch. Staff are welcoming and friendly, overall a great experience and we will be back again.

This was our first experience of socially distanced dining and have to say it was a pleasant surprise and very relaxed. No issues at all with tables being used sparingly and a good distance apart.The staff were very friendly and the menu choices were excellent. The three dishes ordered (Scampi, Lasagne & Balmoral Chicken) were absolutely superb as were the desserts - the flavoured ice cream amazing!Another great thing was the dining area we were in being dog-friendly with our two lying peacefully at the table - both enjoyed their wee dog treat Absolutely recommend here for a meal and will definitely be back whenever staying in the area

My wife and I and good pals booked for dinner last weekend shortly after restaurants re-opened. We were cautious about safety for our anniversary dinner so chose Whistlefield as we had seen their film online sharing their physical distancing changes. We enjoyed a lovely meal of stuffed chicken, 2 of us had chicken curry and I had lovely fish in tempura batter and chips. The welcome (as usual) was friendly and all staff working hard, and well, to keep everyone safe. Really lovely to be back and will see you soon. Many thanks for everything!

Visited for the weekend for personal reasons with my husband. Staff are friendly and the inn is well run especially during trying times. We were in room 6 and the views of the loch are spectacular. Room had everything we needed, and there's no noise from other rooms. We dined both nights and food was amazing, we thought the fish on the Saturday night was good but the steak pie on Sunday was sublime. My other half loved it and I make a mean steak pie but he raved about it and would definitely visit again just for this. Breakfast was good, plentiful, hot and well cooked. This place is a gem and definitely worth a visit if you're just passing or for an overnight stay. I absolutely loved my time there and found it so peaceful and tranquil, something long overdue and well need break after some devastating heartbreak prior to lockdown. I will definitely be visiting again.

This was our 1st choice for lunch after lockdown. My good lady swears by the fish n chips and this time I opted for the chicken, ham and leek pie. Lovely food and we were so well looked after for what is a strange time indeed. Thank you

Stunning location, great view from the restaurant but you also have a choice of areas to sit in. Reasonable prices, very friendly staff.. never a bad meal. Steak pie in particular best had. Great vegetarian options. COVID safe and appealing to visit in current climate too!

Visited for a birthday meal last night and the food was delicious. We especially liked cooking our own steaks on the slate, we have never done that before and it's a brilliant way of cooking your steak exactly the way you like it.They were busy, with not many staff, but we were very impressed by how quickly and cheerfully we were served.If you are in the area pay them a visit, you will not be disappointed.

Reserved a table for lunch today. Got in at 1 and the fire was roaring and staff friendly and welcoming.The Veggie, vegan and fish menu is one of the best around. I went wild and had Fish and chips! and my wife had the Chickpea Curry, delicious and portion size just right.We then had the vegan apple pie with vegan ice cream, again very tasty.This is our 3rd visit over the past year (we live in Dunoon) and will continue to treat ourselves now and again.

Passed the hotel number of times we have just moved to the neighbouring village of strachur and went into visit it is by far the best restaurant we have found yet and the welcome from lisa was exceptional the food was beautiful home made and delivered hot would highly recommended for all to try

Have been here a few times for both lunch and dinner and can honestly say cant find fault with the food, excellent quality particularly the stone steaks which adds a bit of fun to the meal, and a favourite of my my husband and son, a little bit on the big side for me maybe a smaller alternative would be good but can't complain. Starters were delicious, not a large selection but can recommend the smoked salmon. my only niggle with this restaurant is that they couldn't provide a portion of bread or a roll for the children to have while we were having starters. The waitress asked the kitchen but was told that they didn't have any out !! this was despite one of the starters listed (the soup) comes with a freshly baked roll !!! A cheap staple and not difficult to provide from any kitchen. We will continue to eat at the Whistlefield but will maybe bring my own bread in the future. Pity because it lost them a star on the ratings. Staff were great, friendly and attentive and have to be commended for their professionalism , a credit to the restaurant.

Absolutely fab. Would highly recommend. Staff and service excellent. We so happy it had reopened. We ate there twice. Would highly recommend the hot stone steak.

Over to visit friends in Dunoon and chose this lovely Inn on the banks of Loch Eck.(More really for the dog as it was his first holiday with us as a family and it is dog friendly )We were greeted very warmly and shown to our rooms overlooking the Loch. Rooms were small, but nicely decorated and well stocked with water, tea, coffee and hot chocolate. Very comfortable bed and clean and tidy. Cosy bar with an excellent choice of beers, and spirits !!! Excellent breakfast before having a brisk walk with the dog, then home. Would recommend for weary travellers and would definitely come back .

We were driving around the Cowal peninsula and having driven from Ardentinny to the beautiful Loch Eck we chanced upon this old pub and decided to stop for lunch. There was a fire on and a pleasant atmosphere moreover we were given a warm welcome. A couple had just vacated a table near the fire, there were other tables in others parts of the restaurant, but we wanted near the fire so our timing was impeccable. The young girl serving apologised for not having cleaned the table but it was an observation of our visit that she was rushed off her feet and very industrious.Our luck ran out on timing as all the baguettes has been sold so we both ordered small scampi portions with fries which were huge (for £7.50). As I was driving I had a come but my wife said her glass of Malbec was lovely. I also noted a huge whisky selection, All in all, delightful.

Had a wonderful time at the Whistlefield Inn ladies night last night with my sisters-in-law. Food was lovely and staff done an excellent job during a very busy night. Perfect rooms with high standard of cleanliness. Overall a warm welcome for our stay, hope to be back soon.

Came here as part of a group of 5 on a Friday night around 7.30pm was quiet and got seats straight away.Service was fast and the meals came quick. Food was lovely and filling for all.Staff was very friendly and polite.A place to visit and return.

As a family of four adults and three children , we called in for an early dinner. The food was plentiful, well cooked and presented. All of us enjoyed our meal, the outlook from our table overlooking Loch Eck was amazing. Will definitely visit again, glad it had finally reopened !!

Stayed for one night and really enjoyed it. Check in was great and the owners can't do enough to help.View was beautiful of the loch and lots of good walks locally. Room was lovely and clean and shower was great. Restaurant food was great, loved the suet pie. Will be back.

i booked the Whistlefield for a birthday dinner on the basis of good reviews on TripAdvisor. Walking from the car park to the back door, We noticed a distinct lack of activity in the kitchen.. The menu presented to us did not include any starters,which we thought strange although we would probably not have ordered one anyway. the main courses, other than sizzling steaks, was a combination of pies, lasagne etc.. All very hearty but some lighter choices might have been offered. We ordered steak and mushroom pudding, The stew was very tasty but dwarfed by the volume of (undercooked?) suet pudding. The accompanying vegetables were enjoyable. Desserts were very good but we found it strange to have both chocolate & orange tart and chocolate & orange torte on the same menu..

A welcome return to stay at the Whistlefield Inn following closure and now reopened under new ownership. It is a charmingly welcoming Inn with all you would expect; cosy, quirky and full of atmosphere and character - all overlooking the stunning Loch Eck.

The hotel was extremely comfortable and welcoming. Staff were very pleasant and accommodating, food was hot , filling and delicious! Will definitely stay there next time I’m in the area

Popped in here for lunch today after a good walk .The experience was well worth it from front of house service to the food and surroundings. The owners have done a wonderful job on the inn . It looked and felt very welcoming . The young lady behind the bar welcomed us and took our order and made us feel at home. The Chicken and Leek pie and the fresh veg and mash were superb, my partners filo pastry pie was just as good.

The charming and historic Whistlefield Inn was the perfect choice as a base to explore this area of natural beauty. A short stroll down to the Loch is a great way to start the day. Rooms are small though warm, cosy and clean. The bar is welcoming as were the hardworking owners and staff, who nothing was too much trouble for when asked. The dinner menu included home cooked favourites and always delicious. A hearty breakfast overlooking the panoramic scenery was always special. Plenty of parking is available although we didn’t drive and took a private tour around the region. The local bus stops at the road entrance of the Inn which is very convenient for some of the nearby attractions, such as Belmore Botanical Gardens. Will definitely plan a return visit.

Great food , good service , well worth visiting, lovely old inn atmosphere with great views over Loch Eck, spectacular.

We went for dinner, limited menu, but ok. In the evening its total darkness outside but lunchtime there should be wonderful views of Loch Eck.

We visited with our 7 year old daughter and 7 month old puppy and made very welcome. We were given a choice of where to sit, plenty of time to choose from the well appointed menu with lots of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

We stayed overnight here with our dog. A warm friendly welcome and we were shown to our immaculate room overlooking the Loch. Husband enjoyed a “Fyne” pint in the fabulous bar. The menu was varied and the food was substantial and excellent. Staff were friendly and although the restaurant was very busy we didn’t have to wait long. A good nights sleep in a comfy bed and a walk along the Loch early morning before breakfast where again there was an excellent choice. Even the dog was spoilt with a breakfast of sausages! I can only highly recommend the Whistlefield Inn - I just wish we lived nearer.

This is not a place for anyone on a health kick but the food is good quality, traditional British cooking of a very good standard. The waitresses are keen to please, attentive and friendly. We ate steak and kidney pudding, steak and ale pie and lasagne - all arrived hot and with plenty of vegetables. Desserts are all chocolate or apple based and very yummy. Again - not for dieters! The chocolate and orange cake was gooey and delicious.

I visited the Whistlefield Inn a few months back with family who were visiting. The service then was appalling. It took a very long time for someone to speak to us at the not very busy bar, 3 people were behind the bar doing things. We finally got sat down at the table we had booked and when it came to getting more drinks I had to go through to the bar again and wait a very long time yet again when I could have been catching up with family. The food was good and they had just opened so I thought we should go back when staff were more settled.

Called in with our dog who was able to sit with us in the bar. Menu not extensive but something for everyone. Staff welcoming and happy to deal with food requests . Restaurant was also very busy with families. Felt very cosy.

Whenever I'm up and around Loch Eck way, may be a quick visit or a camping trip, The Whistlefield has become a destination I've become accustomed to now. The food is great and the staff are always very friendly and helpful.

We visited the Whistlefield Inn after reading good reviews on TripAdvisor. We used the post code from TripAdvisor but the pub/restaurant was about a mile further north than our satnav directed us. We ate in the bar area as we had a dirty dog after a walk around Puck’s Glen (recommended) but there were beautiful views of Loch Eck from some of the tables in the restaurant. We both had the steak and pudding suet pudding, which was lovely and light accompanied by a pint of Fyne Ales’ Jara, well pulled by the way. The staff were smiling and friendly, extra gravy was not an issue. I liked the decor especially the twigs and lights on the ceiling. At about £30, I thought it was good value too.

Stayed two nights at the Whistlefield and wish I could have stayed longer. The room was really lovely and the bar and restaurant downstairs was a great place to unwind with lovely food. Lisa and the staff were all really lovely. The location is perfect and Loch Eck and the surrounding area are stunning and peaceful. Look forward to staying again.

We have eaten here numerous times and always find the food tasty and consistent. The decor is traditional and feels very homely and snug, it's one of the best pubs around Dunoon without a doubt.

My wife and I visited this place on our way home from Dunoon

This was booked for us by a third party so wasn't our choice to go here but we weren't disappointed. A lovely meal enjoyed by all with excellent service and a lovely setting. We have been to the area in the past and never ventured this way but will return next time we are passing. Really enjoyed our evening

Stayed here with friends after visiting Cruachan Power Station and Inveraray Jail. Lovely location overlooking Loch Eck and the weather stayed reasoably dry for us.

I have been a few times in the last 2 months and I have been so impressed with the friendly service (thanks Claire!) and the food has been really good. Such a great pub with a lovely view, service and most importantly food. We will be back again and again that’s for sure

The Whistlefield Inn is a lovely little gem - I am going to be completely honest with this review but nothing is meant as negative, its an honest opinion.

Had lunch here recently with friends. We were lucky enough to be given a round table facing out across the loch. Food was delicious, the fig and camembert tart was so good as was the lambs liver. Very patient and attentive staff made our visit enjoyable.

Stayed four nights while visiting friends in Strachur. Perfect location overlooking Loch Eck and the whole facility, including our room, had a really neat and homey atmosphere. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. Loved the food, especially the breakfast was a treat.

The views and surroundings are stunningly fabulous.

I have eaten here a couple of times and not been disappointed, atmosphere is great, service was fantastic and the food was amazing, will definitely be back.

I work locally and rarely get an opportunity to enjoy a lunch out, particularly a Sunday lunch. I went to the Whistlefield for Sunday lunch and had a delicious pie and mash. It was served very quickly, which was nice because I was on my own that day and was wanting a quick lunch. The staff were really friendly and as always the location is stunning.

My Swedish friends came and spent five nights at Whistlefield and had nothing but praise for everything. We joined them at Whistlefield for dinner and loved it! The staff were amazing, the menu exactly what you want to see with a great selection, prices were more than fair and our kids had a brilliant time. From the moment you enter you feel welcomed and well looked after. As locals we will definitely be back again! Great work guys :)

The owners and staff at the Whistlefield Inn couldn't have done more to help us make our anniversary very special. The food was excellent and you certainly won't go hungry!

Had a great family meal that catered well for 2 vegetarian and GF diet great staff, great views and delicious food would recommend thanks for a great dinner

As we live locally use this venue for occasional lunch. Child and dog friendly we took friends here for a family lunch at Easter and had lovely table overlooking Loch Eck. There are nice spots on Loch Side to visit after your lunch. Unlike a lot of venues the menu is frequently changed. Very clean and smart and staff are very friendly. You can have a snack or full blown meal. Live music is frequently advertised.

Menu was mostly vegan and gluten free, very little choice for ordinary diners. Not to my taste at all however woulld be good menu for others. Service was good.

Over the past year we had heard great things about the Whistlefield, particularly the vegan menu.