Luanne And Gary's Guidebook
Food scene
The Holly Tree restaurant is a fantastic place to sit down and enjoy a beautiful meal in a breathtaking location. The views from the restaurant are simply stunning.
10 locals recommend
Hollytree Hotel and Swimming Pool
A828The Holly Tree restaurant is a fantastic place to sit down and enjoy a beautiful meal in a breathtaking location. The views from the restaurant are simply stunning.
The restaurant/bar is run by local Michelin star Chef Allan Donald and his wife Eileen. The food is beautiful and the atmosphere is excellent. It’s advisable to book the restaurant beforehand to guarantee a table. They also serve food in the bar at restaurant opening times on a first come first served basis. One note to mention the restaurant/Bar is closed on a Monday. The telephone number to book a table is 01855811940
42 locals recommend
The Laroch Restaurant and Bar
LoanfernThe restaurant/bar is run by local Michelin star Chef Allan Donald and his wife Eileen. The food is beautiful and the atmosphere is excellent. It’s advisable to book the restaurant beforehand to guarantee a table. They also serve food in the bar at restaurant opening times on a first come first served basis. One note to mention the restaurant/Bar is closed on a Monday. The telephone number to book a table is 01855811940
Crafts & Things
The Pierhouse Hotel
The Old Inn
2 A828Clachaig Inn
Lochleven Shellfish Ltd
B863The Stables Restaurant & Grill
Dudley RoadCrannog Seafood Restaurant
Golf course
The Dragons tooth golf course offers not only a 9 hole round of golf but can cater for groups who enjoy other activities like archery, laser clay shooting and Segway riding.
The Dragons Tooth Golf Course
WoodlandsThis is a truly excellent test for any level of golfer and is where Robert Macintyre the newly crowned European tour Rookie of the year played as a youngster. This is really a great course to test yourself on and afterwards a trip in to the town is required to eat at one of the many great places offered in the town.
15 locals recommend
Glencruitten Golf Club
Glencruitten RoadThis is a truly excellent test for any level of golfer and is where Robert Macintyre the newly crowned European tour Rookie of the year played as a youngster. This is really a great course to test yourself on and afterwards a trip in to the town is required to eat at one of the many great places offered in the town.
18 hole golf course that is set at the foot of Ben Nevis. The views surrounding the course are beautiful and the golf course is a real test.
6 locals recommend
Fort William Golf Club
North Road18 hole golf course that is set at the foot of Ben Nevis. The views surrounding the course are beautiful and the golf course is a real test.
Sightseeing
Glencoe ski resort caters for all levels of skiing from complete beginners to experienced , ski hire available plus a great cafe located at the bottom of the hill. There’s facilities on the hill to keep you skiing all day long.
50 locals recommend
Glencoe Mountain Resort
White CorriesGlencoe ski resort caters for all levels of skiing from complete beginners to experienced , ski hire available plus a great cafe located at the bottom of the hill. There’s facilities on the hill to keep you skiing all day long.
Three different intensity levels of walking trails surround the most beautiful of wee lochs. This is great location for all to enjoy the stunning scenery , there are a number of picnic tables dotted around the loch. Don’t forget to keep your camera near as there will be plenty of photo opportunities as well as some wildlife. Ducks have made the loch their home and you do see the odd deer or two.
36 locals recommend
Glencoe Lochan Trail
Glencoe LochanThree different intensity levels of walking trails surround the most beautiful of wee lochs. This is great location for all to enjoy the stunning scenery , there are a number of picnic tables dotted around the loch. Don’t forget to keep your camera near as there will be plenty of photo opportunities as well as some wildlife. Ducks have made the loch their home and you do see the odd deer or two.
Made famous by the Harry Potter series of films roughly 50 minutes drive from our cottage
131 locals recommend
Glenfinnan Viaduct View Point
A830 RdMade famous by the Harry Potter series of films roughly 50 minutes drive from our cottage
Commando Memorial
Ballachulish Visitor Centre and Tourist Information
Albert RoadIsle of Lismore Cafe
Appin
Oban
Inveraray
Glen Etive
Cuil Bay
Camusdarach Beach
Morar
This has been a top location for tv and film and most recently the new James Bond was filmed here. Great location for sightseeing.
Ardverikie Estate
This has been a top location for tv and film and most recently the new James Bond was filmed here. Great location for sightseeing.
Highland Titles Nature Reserve
Keil HillSki resort/ mountain biking
Nevis range caters for young and old , skiers ,mountain bikers, hill climbers and visitors just looking for a view. Must visit location
Fun for all a great day out even if your not skiing or mountain biking. A great cafe in a simply stunning location awaits once you’ve taken in the view from the gondola. On a clear day you can see for miles.
139 locals recommend
Nevis Range Mountain Resort
Fun for all a great day out even if your not skiing or mountain biking. A great cafe in a simply stunning location awaits once you’ve taken in the view from the gondola. On a clear day you can see for miles.
Indoor Climbing Centre
The Ice Factor in Kinlochleven offers indoor climbing walls for beginners right through to experienced climbers, they also offer an indoor ice wall to test your skills. There is a cafe and bar located onsite also.
35 locals recommend
Ice Factor, The National Ice Climbing Centre
Leven RoadThe Ice Factor in Kinlochleven offers indoor climbing walls for beginners right through to experienced climbers, they also offer an indoor ice wall to test your skills. There is a cafe and bar located onsite also.
Mountain biking
Wolftrax at Laggan is about 90minutes drive away from the cottage. Although I’ve never been I have family members that say it’s excellent , well worth a look.
35 locals recommend
Laggan Wolftrax Mountain Biking Trail Centre
7 Forestry HousesWolftrax at Laggan is about 90minutes drive away from the cottage. Although I’ve never been I have family members that say it’s excellent , well worth a look.