Activities

Glen Shiel is a hill walkers` paradise with around 20 Munros within easy reach of the cottage whilst easier walks start at the front door. The following website may be useful http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/kintail/

Contact - Ratagan Stables Tel 01599 511365 for a wide range of equestrian activities

If boating or fishing is your thing then contact.....Donnie Campbell, The Old Schoolhouse, Letterfearn, IV40 8HT. Tel - 01599 555421

The famous Eilean Donan castle, dating from the 13th century

Iron Age Brochs at Glenelg, built by the Picts

The Falls of Glomach, one of the highest waterfalls in Britain

Bernera Barracks ( ruin ) at Glenelg, built for General Wade`s soldiers prior to the Highland Clearances in the early 1800s Sandaig by Glenelg is associated with the author Gavin Maxwell, ( " Ring of Bright Water " ) who latterly lived on the small island, Eilean Ban, just off Kyleakin. The visitors centre there provides boat trips to see otters, seals and other wildlife.

The whole area around Loch Duich is a wildlife haven and during your stay you may well see red deer, otters, pine martens, golden eagle, seals, herons etc. Thoroughly recommended for keen birdwatchers.

Plockton is a beautiful coastal village where boat trips can be arranged to view the wildlife.

Places of Interest

There is a wide range of hotels, pubs and restaurants in the local area providing a good selection of menus using local produce in most cases.

Horse Riding etc..........

Boating / Sea Fishing..........

Live traditional music sessions are held at -

PLOCKTON - The Plockton Inn - Tel: 01599 544222

BALMACARA - The Balmacara Hotel - Tel: 01599 566283

DORNIE - The Clachan Bar - Tel: 01599 555366

SHIELBRIDGE - Kintail Lodge Hotel - Tel: 01599 511275

PHONE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Dining Out..........