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Loch Lomond Holiday Cottages

Loch Lomond holiday cottages are set near the largest loch in Scotland. Surrounded by wooded mountains and soft green hills, this is an area of outstanding natural beauty that is perfect for holiday cottage rental and weekend breaks. We've included the most successful cottage rental agent below for those seeking more information regarding Loch Lomond cottages.

The loch itself is 23 miles long and ranges between half a mile and five miles wide. Some of the scenic attraction lies in the loch's 30 islands. These were once home to 5th century Irish Missionaries seeking refuge from marauders. The remains of their monasteries can still be seen.

A winding runs on the eastern side of the Loch following the shore from Balmaha to Rowardennan that passes some wonderful scenery. The majestic Ben Lomond at 3192 ft is nearby as is the attractive little town Inversnaid.

The Loch Lomond and The Trossacks National Park is located on its shores offering some wonderfully scenic countryside. One will also find many attractive bays around the area filled with trout, pike and powan. You can book Loch Lomond holiday cottages, self catering and short break stays via the rental company listed underneath this travel guide.

Rent Loch Lomond Cottages with Cottages 4 You

Middledrift Cottage - Loch Lomond Holiday Cottages From Cottages 4 You
This ground floor apartment is situated in the town of Helensburgh and is within 5 miles of Loch Lomond. It is well furnished, spacious and can accommodate between 4 and 6 people. The lounge has a double sofa bed with kitchen and dining room. 1 double bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower cubicle and there's also a twin bedroom with en-suite shower. Cottages 4 You provide more Loch Lomond cottages and self catering accommodation on their website.

Loch Lomond self catering attractions and amenities

One of Scotland’s most popular tourist attractions, cottage holiday makers will find Loch Lomond - 22.6 miles long and the largest expanse of fresh water in Britain - the perfect holiday destination. Set in unspoiled countryside, with a majestic backdrop of mountains, it is well situated for touring the Highlands to the north.

Outdoor Activities
The loch is in Scotland’s first national park extends into the Trossachs and walkers are able to explore the glens and mountains, and experience parts of the West Highland Way. Serious climbers can tackle Ben Lomond or Ben Arthur and in winter, West of Scotland Snowsports centre provide excellent facilities for enthusiasts. Trike Tours Scotland offer an intriguing way of sight seeing and enjoying the scenery and provide helmets, leather jackets and gloves.

Take some lessons at Strathblane Falconry or fish at Carberth situated on the outskirts of the Loch. There are waymarked walks through the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park and Shandon Country Pursuits, ten minutes from Loch Lomond, offers a number of activities, among them clay target shooting and fishing. Alternatively, go cruising on the famous loch. Contact Sweeney’s Cruises for booking information

Sweeney Cruises

Food and drink
From country inns to rural pubs and to-class restaurants, Loch Lomond offers a range of restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets. Colquhouns Restaurant offers traditional and contemporary cuisine in breathtaking surroundings. Mr C’s Bar at the Inn at Inverbeg specialises in locally caught fish. In Beardsen, Las Ramblas is a popular Tapas Bar and Restaurant. Enjoy traditional pub fare an ales at the Black Bull in Killcarn. And the Craigard Tearooms at Helensburgh offers traditional Scottish specialities.

Stirling Castle

History and Culture
The land of Scots heroes Rob Roy, Robert the Bruce and William Wallace affords the tourist many interesting historic sites to visit. Castle Campbell, located at the head of Dollar Glen is worth a visit. Mary Queen of Scots stayed there in 1563. But for sheer magnificence, see 16th century Stirling Castle, one of Scotland’s grandest castles which is spectacularly sited on a volcanic rock and has been home to several Scottish kings. Open all year April - September 9.30 - 5.30 and October - March 9.30 - 4.30. Book shop, café and wheelchair access.

Kirkton Chapel is one of the oldest religious site in the area. Built in the 12th century, a standing stone was discovered buried in the grounds bearing a cross ascribed to the earliest Christian period.