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Other places to stay in and
around Lochcarron
Perfectly situated near the centre of the beautiful village of Lochcarron
in Wester Ross and recently redecorated for the 2011 season, Rockvilla
Guest House and Licensed Restaurant enjoys exceptional views of the loch
and Scottish Highlands beyond.
Comfortable accommodation is provided in our rooms, all of which have beautiful views across the loch itself.
Perhaps you will be lucky enough to see the dolphins or otters who regularly come into the loch to eat and play. We are Scottish Tourist Board three star but are pending four star approval.
Rockvilla Hotel Accommodation
With over 25 years in the hospitality sector, you can be assured of a warm welcome from the owners at the Rockvilla Guest House. This small family-run business focuses on your comfort and enjoyment; we will ensure your stay with us is memorable and our local knowledge will help you get the most out of your time in and around Lochcarron, Applecross and the Scottish Highlands.
All of our bedrooms are on the first floor and are furnished to a high standard with tea/coffee making facilities and colour television. All of our three rooms enjoy stunning views of the sea loch and Scottish Highlands beyond.
The following rooms are available:
· 1 Family Room (Twin plus double) with en-suite facilities
· 1 Kingsize Double Room with private facilities
· 1 Twin Bedded Room with private facilities
The bed and breakfast benefits from the following amenities:
· Free wi-fi access available to all guests
· DVD Hire available from our extensive DVD library
· Drinks and meals available in our adjoining restaurant (seasonal)
You will find the rooms welcoming and comfortable whether it is business or pleasure that brings you to Lochcarron. Your hosts’ attention to detail will ensure that your stay is always a pleasant one.
We now use the beautifully crafted White Rose Soaps throughout our Guest House which are 100% handmade and completely natural.
Bikers are always very welcome and we happy to announce for European travellers that we now accept Euros. Airport pick-up/drop-off from Inverness can be arranged in advance.
Single occupancy is available. We now also offer a Dinner Bed and Breakfast tariff.
Dining
A wide-range of choice is offered for Breakfast, with mainly organic products
used. For a more traditional taste we also serve delicious homemade food
for dinner in our adjoining Licenced Restaurant.
Eating and Drinking in Lochcarron
Locally we can recommend various eating places, although in the season
you need look no further than our adjoining Restaurant where we serve
delicious homemade food. This is open to residents and non-residents and
is open daily during the summer months.
Here we offer locally brewed beers, a huge selection of whiskies and most other drinks, as well as a large choice of homemade food to suit all tastes and budgets, with children’s portions available for the under-12’s.
Our menu caters for special dietary requirements and if there are further specific needs our chef will willingly ensure that there is something available to satisfy you.
The majority of our menu is sourced locally and is organic where possible. Being a popular eating place, we advise booking your table during the summer months. A good example is our salad and vegetables which are sourced from the nearby Attadale Gardens – well worth a visit and it is only a few minutes away.
Things to do in Lochcarron
The village of Lochcarron is one of the longest in Scotland and extends
for over a mile along the north shore of Loch Carron. Along this road
are the main amenities including a small number of shops, a restaurant,
café, hotel, bank and two petrol stations.
The hire of cars, bikes, kayaks and fishing equipment is possible within
the village.
Within easy reach are numerous attractions whether you are a hiker, a
beach person or simply like to let others take care of you.
The lovely village of Applecross with it's Inn and beautiful beach is an exciting 30 minute drive away on one of the UK's most remarkable roads.
Walking/Climbing
From Lochcarron it is possible to be within the magnificent Scottish Highlands
in just a few minutes; the old road to Torridon via Coulags offers an
exhilarating full-day walk (requires pick-up at Torridon), whilst a gentler
walk behind the village takes you to Choc Na Staing, a lovely viewpoint
looking over the village and water beyond.
Behind the west end of the village loom the challenging mountains of Bealach Na Ba, presenting a seemingly impassable barrier between Lochcarron and the coastal village of Applecross. Beyond here lies the Torridon range of mountains as well as the Cuillins of Skye.
Driving
There is so much to see, all comfortably reached from the central location
of Lochcarron. Applecross (over the Bealach) is a must (with care), whilst
villages further north such as Sheildaig, Torridon and Diabeg all have
a magical quality.
Around the loch it is easy to access Plockton with its famed palm trees and also Kyle of Localsh, the ‘mainland’ side of the bridge over to Skye. The island of Skye is full of delights with a thriving art and crafts ‘cottage’ industry as well as excellent hotels, pubs and breweries.
The bridge over to Skye provides easy access of course, but in the main season the ferry crossing from Glenelg provides a much more romantic way to arrive on the island. The drive from Lochcarron to the ferry can only be described as stunning and Glenelg itself has a lovely Inn as well as some of the best preserved Brochs in Scotland.
Inverness, Ullapool, Fort William, Gairloch, Glencoe, Loch Ness and other great Scottish destinations lie slightly further afield, but are all achievable if you want a good day out.
Activities
Again, so much is available it is only possible to touch on some aspects.
Perhaps a trip to see the seals from Plockton with Calums Sealtrips
– see some seals or your money back!!
For the more adventurous there are longer trips from Elgol and other locations on Skye, including gentle trips with Bella Jane, as well as fast and furious trips on off-shore RIB boats to see whales, sharks etc with Aqua Xplore.
If the sea is not for you, this part of Scotland has some amazing beaches – for example Sand near Applecross (as featured on Great Escapes with Monty Hall), Gairloch beaches and numerous small beaches waiting to be discovered and explored.
History is always in the air as well with fabulous places to visit and explore. Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle can be reached in a day, while the most photographed Eilean Donan Castle is under an hour away. From here it is easy to visit Glen Sheil and take in the atmosphere of battles gone by, all set in the most outstanding scenery.
Finally look out for local music events – they happen nearly all the time, and during the summer watch for Highland Games and other local events.
Relaxing
Not to be overlooked! Lochcarron has a golf course, many gentle walks
and fishing is possible from the village and nearby. Attadale Gardens
just 15 minutes away are beautiful and offer a pleasant way to spend some
time (seasonal). The local Shinty team would also appreciate your support
when they play at the west end of the village.
Just a few doors down from the Rock Villa is a new and exciting Art Studio. Here you can browse some lovely paintings and chat with the artist in a lovely cottage right by the loch.
Just outside the village is a small shop called Asgard Crafts which offers a range of Celtic, Saxon, Pictish and Viking reproductions including pendants, brooches and belt fittings. These are fascinating reminders of times gone by and make ideal gifts or a treat for yourself.
DIRECTIONS
Rockvilla Guest House & Licensed Restaurant is located in Lochcarron,
Wester Ross which is situated on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands,
some 63 miles from Inverness.
By Road:
· Inverness using the A9, A832, & A890;
· Glencoe and Fort William, passing through Glen Shiel where there
are associations with Bonnie Prince Charlie and the '45 (A82, A87, &
A890).
By Rail:
By rail, the approach is via the very scenic Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh
line, alighting at Strathcarron Station (3 miles from Lochcarron).
By Air:
Inverness Airport is under an hour and a half away and offers competitive
car hire (or we can arrange collection service depending on season). The
Airport is served by a number of airlines.
Email Rockvilla Hotel And Restaurant enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
