Lying in the shadow of Ben Nevis, Fort William is the capital of Lochaber and one of the major resorts of the Highlands. 'Fort Bill' lies at the heart of Lochaber and is the area's natural capital. In addition, the town commands an important position - being easily accessible from Glasgow and the central belt, and in turn providing good access to the Highland and Islands. Indeed, the town's importance - both to local people and the visitor - is underlined by the wide range of accommodation, shops, restaurants, essential services and recreational facilities.
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Other places to stay in Fort William
At
“Whin Knowe”, Banavie, they offer self-catering holiday cottages
of charm and character near Fort William with a magnificent view of Ben
Nevis. It is an ideal base for climbing, walking, kayaking, skiing, cycling
or just a place in which to relax.
Standing on its own, Whin Knowe has a south facing aspect and superb views of the northern cliffs of Ben Nevis, Carn Mòr Dearg and the ski area on Aonach Mòr without being overshadowed by the big hills.
The cottages are surrounded by nine acres of croft land, roughly half of which is native woodland, predominantly birch and oak. There is a resident population of roe deer which often come close to the house, especially early in the morning and at dusk.
Red deer pass through now and again and numerous species of bird life may be seen. The pine martens and stoats will see you and if you are lucky; very, very lucky you will see them.
They have two properties available for self-catering holiday
accommodation;
The Barn, their original cottage
The Byre, which is a new build detached cottage, which has been built
on the site of their old byre or cowhouse.
Both properties are fully furnished and equipped.
The Barn Self Catering Accommodation
Described by our first Visit Scotland quality inspector as “A small house oozing charm with a location that is a major attraction”. It has one of the best views in Britain.
The building is semi-detached. The owners live in the main house at the eastern end. The converted barn, attached to the western end of the house is available for self-catering holiday rental. The Barn has been awarded a three star grading by Visit Scotland, the Scottish Tourist Board.
The Barn conversion was done in the 1930's and has been thoroughly modernised recently. The house is typical of 1½ storey North of Scotland croft and farmhouses with coomb ceilings upstairs. All windows are double-glazed and the house has under-floor, wall and roof insulation. Visitors should not smoke in the houses.
Ground floor
Comfortable sitting-dining room (12 ft X 12ft) with radio, CD player,
freesat TV and DVD. Toilet and shower-room with high pressure shower
Compact kitchen with ceramic top/ double oven cooker, fridge and microwave.
Washing machine and tumble drier are sited near to the kitchen
First floor
Double bedroom
Twin bedroom containing two bunk beds each 6’6” by 3”
(2m X 92cm)
Outside
Gardens and barbeque
Ample private parking
Magnificent views
Instant access to rural walks
Rent Includes
Electric heating in all rooms
Electricity
Lots of hot water
Bedding and bed linen.
Limited wi-fi connection. Adequate for checking email etc.
The Byre Self Catering Accommodation
The Byre is a new build detached self-catering holiday cottage, which has been built on the site of our old byre or cowhouse
Features
Underfloor oil fired central heating downstairs and radiators upstairs
Large sitting and dining room (14ft by 21ft) downstairs with 32? TV, HD
freesat, dvd and video
Well-equipped kitchen and separate utility room
Bathroom with shower over bath downstairs. Upstairs there are two twin
bedrooms in one of which the beds can be configured as a double. Bedrooms
have dormer windows facing south and there is a Velux window on North
side for extra light. An extra bed could be added to the bedrooms or placed
in the sitting room
Ground floor is tiled throughout with rugs in sitting room
Upper floor has pine flooring and rugs
Uninterrupted view of the most spectacular side of Ben Nevis
Direct access to traffic free walks
Ample, free private parking for cars and horse boxes.
Rural setting. Pets welcome subject to prior discussion.
The Byre has been awarded a four star grading by Visit Scotland, the Scottish
Tourist Board.
Whinknowe Facilities
Garden
Bed Linen Provided
CD Player
DVD Player Available
Electric Cooker
Electric Shaver Point
Flush Toilet In Unit
Fridge
Hairdryer Available
Hot water In Unit
Iron Available
Ironing Facilities
Kitchen
Linen Provided
Microwave
Parking
Radio
Shower
Television
Tumble Dryer
Video Recorder
Washing Machine
Location:
Getting There by Car
Whinknowe is reached by taking the A82 out of Fort William in the direction
of Inverness. A couple of miles from town, at Lochybridge junction, turn
left at traffic lights and cross the bridge, follow the Mallaig road (A830)
for 1 mile until it crosses the Caledonian Canal at Banavie. Turn right
immediately and follow the B8004 Gairlochy for half a mile. The house
is white and is set back a little from the road, on the right, behind
some trees. Green and gold sign at road end.
Getting There by Railway
To Fort William from Queen St Station, Glasgow one the West Highland line
or from Mallaig at the other end of the line.
Please Note:
Pets Welcome By Arrangement
Outdoor Play Area
Highchair Available
Children Welcome
Cot Available
No Smoking Permitted
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