Invergarry is a village at the foot of Glengarry, on the main Fort William - Inverness road through the Great Glen. Loch Oich, Loch Garry and the Glengarry Forest are among the natural attractions of the area, and the ruined 17th century Invergarry Castle is on the shire of Loch Oich.
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Other places to stay in Invergarry
Welcome to this spectacular part of the Scottish Highlands, we
offer to you the opportunity to experience a self catering holiday in
one of our three architecturally designed lodges or stay Bed & Breakfast
with us.
There are magnificent views over the garden towards the mountains beyond Loch Lochy situated within the Great Glen.
Riverside Lodge Accommodation
The location and accommodation of Riverside offers a tranquil holiday destination. Our 3 uniquely styled timber lodges each sleep six in 3 bedrooms and are well spaced and very comfortably equipped.
Riverside is open all year round and offers discounts for small parties and those on long breaks. Short breaks are available for those “get away from it all” opportunities. Riverside is committed to the environment, materials are reused where possible, waste is minimized by recycling, composting or shredding. Energy is conserved where possible.
Pets are very welcome and the children can enjoy the safe play area. Each Lodge has its own outdoor furniture and there are facilities for BBQ's. Within the grounds there is a river gorge with its own spectacular waterfalls.
Self Catering Lodges
The unusual design of these two-storey buildings gives a pleasing sense
of airiness and space inside, while externally they blend gracefully into
their attractive 12 acre setting of sloping woodland and wild garden.
There are three lodges only, all identical, and the resulting calm contrasts
with the noise and bustle of so many crowded holiday sites.
The lodges are double-glazed throughout, and heavily insulated. There is a cast iron coal effect fire and night-store heaters in the lounge area. There are wall-mounted heaters in every room and a heated towel rail in the shower room.
Crockery, cutlery and glassware are provided, together with ample cooking utensils, electric cooker, slow cooker, microwave and fridge/freezer. There is also an automatic clothes washing machine, tumble drier, an iron, ironing board, clothes airier, and a hair drier.
There is TV, DVD, CD/Radio cassette player and a selection of books and games for your entertainment, in each Lodge.On the lower floor is a large high ceiling lounge/dining room, well equipped kitchen, shower and toilet room, generous cupboard space and bedroom with a set of full size bunks.
Sliding glass doors open out on to a large decked veranda overlooking the gardens and the mountains beyond. The veranda is fenced about and has a child/pet proof bolt on its gate. Each lodge has ample parking space alongside.
Upstairs there is one double-bedded, and one twin-bedded room. Cots are available, complete with cot linen. There is also a high chair and baby bath in each lodge, and an extra fireguard to keep ‘crawlers’ well away from the living room heater.
Pet Policy
We welcome well behaved pets, free of charge.
Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
The Gold Award recognizes businesses which consistently achieve the highest
level of excellence within their VisitScotland star grading and excel
in the areas of care and hospitality.
The owners' bungalow sits in twelve acres fronting Loch Lochy, where the river Gloy emerges from a spectacular rocky gorge. Access is from the A82 trunk road via 400m of private drive through woodland and shrubs, which lend to peace and privacy within the grounds.
The bed and breakfast room has a double bed and a single bed, and is available as a double room, as a twin room or as a family room for 3. There is TV, alarm radio, trouser press, coffee and tea making facilities for your comfort; It has an en-suite bathroom with shower.
The guest sitting room enjoys a lovely view over the garden to Loch Lochy, features include an open log fire, TV, music system, binoculars and a selection of books for your enjoyment.
We offer traditional full Scottish breakfast or other selections from a wide menu using local Scottish produce, that caters for all tastes.
Gardens
Twelve acres of mature garden and woodlands to explore, including a Trout
Pond, dramatic river gorge and waterfalls, where the river escapes at
our private beach into Loch Lochy. When you sit on the beach you have
uninterrupted views up and down the spectacular Great Glen.
Whether it is Spring, Autumn or any other season you can be sure of stunning views and colour from the wide variety of specimen trees such as Sequoia, Spruce, Oak, Birches and Pines, combined with over 300 varieties of Rhododendron and Azalea.
Springtime brings early blooms along with spring bulbs and bluebells. You will enjoy the abundance of wildlife including Deer, Pine Marten, Ducks and Pheasants who have made their home at Riverside. They have been joined by a wide variety of birds including, Osprey, Buzzards, Gulls, Oystercatchers, Herons, Cormorants and the occasional Golden Eagle.
Weddings
Riverside Lodges, the ultimate Highland location is the perfect place
for an intimate wedding group looking for a relaxed yet unforgettable
experience. Make your wedding celebration last more than just one day
– come to the beautiful Highlands of Scotland with your friends
and family and stay in just one or all three of the 4 star lodges.
The lodges each sleep six people comfortably and are set in 12 acres of magical woodland gardens with a river gorge, waterfalls and your own private beach. A truly romantic spot in the Great Glen!
Riverside is centrally located for several approved wedding venues, including excellent hotels, fine castles, a boat trip and Ciaig Waterfalls – the perfect setting for an outdoor wedding. Everything you need to make your special day is available locally from Wedding Planners, Reception Venues, Highland Piper, Ceilidh Band, Professional Photographers, Florists, Limousine Hire and Hairdressers.
The atmospheric landscape, the rich culture, the colourful history, the superior local craftsmanship and warm hospitality all combine to make a Highland wedding a unique and unforgettable celebration.
Activities and Attractions
Invergloy is well situated for walkers and for car tours of outstanding
scenic beauty and historic interest. A dozen castles and countless lochs
are within easy reach by car.
On the opposite side of Loch Lochy are forest walks, the Great Glen Way and cycle route along with the famous Dark Mile, used by Bonnie Prince Charlie in his escape after Culloden in 1746. There is a fine museum nearby, dedicated partly to the Cameron clan (this being very much Cameron country), and partly to the Commandos, who trained in this area during the Second World War.
The nearest railway station, connecting with Glasgow and all stations south, is at Spean Bridge where there is also a Post Office, general store, two churches, 9-hole golf course, and restaurants, and there are other excellent eating places even nearer.
At Fort William there are supermarkets and shops of all kinds, cinemas, library, squash courts, swimming pool, climbing wall, pony trekking, and of course Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Britain.
Near Ben Nevis is Aonach Mor where a modern gondola system whisks you in warm smooth comfort and perfect safety some two thousand feet up the mountainside for spectacular views, first rate meals or snacks, graded walks, or of course skiing/snow boarding when in season.
The modern facilities at this well designed ski area offer outstanding opportunities for a wide range of abilities and a great deal of fun in the snow. Highest run is 4,000ft and the longest run is 2km with 35 downhill runs. A creche is available for 3 to 7 yr olds. Full equipment hire is available.
The 'Road to the Isles' leads off from Fort William to Glenfinnan, Morar and Mallaig, or you could visit them by steam train on what is widely held to be one of the most beautiful rail journeys in the world.
The recently built bridge to Skye can be reached in less than 2 hours - and crossed in just 2 minutes more! In another direction, an easy day's drive can take in Culloden Battlefield (where Bonnie Prince Charlie was finally defeated in 1746) and Cawdor Castle (an absolute gem).
Alternatively, you can go dolphin spotting at Inverness, or Nessie spotting at Loch Ness.
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