Glamping by the Bay
Endrick bay, Isle of Bute PA20 0QT, UK
View on Google MapsGlamping pods a short walk from Bute's best sandy beach at Ettrick Bay
About Glamping by the Bay
Glamping by the Bay sits just a short walk from Ettrick Bay, widely regarded as Bute's finest stretch of sand. The site offers a handful of glamping pods rather than traditional pitches, giving couples and families a fixed roof and comfortable beds while keeping that close-to-nature feel. The real draw is the location: Ettrick Bay's shallow, sheltered water and wide dunes make it one of the safest and most family-friendly beaches on this part of the Clyde coast, and the seasonal tearoom at the beach car park is only a few minutes' stroll for meals without needing the car.
The west-facing setting means reliably good sunset views back across to Arran and Kintyre on clear evenings, a genuine bonus for anyone staying more than a night. Facilities are more modest than a full touring park—this is pod-based accommodation rather than a site with extensive amenities—so it suits those happy with simpler, self-contained stays. It works particularly well as a quiet, beach-focused alternative to Rothesay, especially for a short late-season break when the island is at its most peaceful.
What's nearby
- Ettrick Bay Cafe next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Can I bring...?
Hook-up
Facilities
No takeaway delivery found for this location (PA20 0QT) on Just Eat or Deliveroo — you'll likely need to bring or buy supplies before you arrive.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Co-op, Rothesay 3.5 miles
- Morrisons, Dunoon 10.8 miles
- Aldi, Greenock 16.2 miles
- Tesco, Greenock 16.3 miles
- Lidl 16.4 miles
- Asda, Ardrossan 19.4 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What visitors say
A beautiful place and lovely n clean perfect location 💖 definitely going bk ⭐🙏🥰
3 months ago · via Google
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