Things to See and Do

There are many things to see and do outside in this area. www.stayatloch-lomond.com gives a wide spectrum of places to visit, including information on Stirling Castle. If you are interested in antiques and fine furniture why not go to the Scottish Arts and Antiques Centre at Doune www.scottish-antiques.com

The central location of the accommodation means that if you want to visit a city you have a choice. Glasgow, Stirling, Edinburgh and Perth are less than an hour away also.

 
Outdoor Activities

There are many magnificent walks locally, from gentle strolling to munro bagging. Equally there are great opportunities for cycling, fishing and golf. For information go to www.lenymede.demon.co.uk

If you fancy going onto the Loch rather than walking around it you could take a relaxing cruise, www.sweeney.uk.com. If you would prefer to be in charge you could hire your own fishing boat or island hop, take a look at www.balmahaboaty-ard.co.uk for more info.

For local outdoor activities www.visitaberfoyle.com is the place to start. There you will find out about climbing, cycling, 4x4 off roading, quad biking, watersports and Britains 2 longest zip wires at Go Ape.

For information on where to play golf locally go to www.loch-lomond.net Rednock Farm is only 10 minutes away and offers riding for novices and advanced riders www.incallander.co.uk

 
 
Local Information
Gartartan Farm Shop

Gartartan Farm Shop offers delicious local produce. You could order a box of groceries which would be waiting in your cottage on arrival. Beef, lamb, mutton and eggs from our farm is on offer. Home baking and homemade ready meals and puddings are also available so you can enjoy tasty home cooked food at your convenience. Local free range chicken, wild venison, fruit & veg and a wide selection of groceries are also available.

Visit: www.gartartanfarmshop.co.uk
 
Recommended Pubs and Restaurants

There are a number of cosy pubs and inns that offer hearty meals after an active day, the Lion & Unicorn in Thornhill is one, www.lion-unicorn.co.uk. If you fancy a take away the Saffron Indian restaurant in Balfron will deliver to your door www.saffronindianrestaurant.co.uk. For a more up market dining experience why not try Browns of Drymen www.brownsofdrymen.co.uk or the Lake of Menteith Hotel www.lake-hotel.com

   
The Lion and Unicorn   Saffron Indian Restaurant   Browns of Drymen
The Lion and Unicorn is a traditional family owned country house hotel tucked away just outside Stirling. It is thriving with a locally well used restaurant and activity filled bar, an indication in itself ...
 
Fine Indian cuisine available seven days a week. The Saffron Indian Restaurant is located above the The Coach House Inn, Balfron, Glasgow Stirlingshire ...
 

We look forward to welcoming you at Brown's of Drymen where we offer contemporary Scottish cuisine, cooked to perfection in elegant, yet relaxed surroundings. Lunch ...