22nd – 29th August 2015

August 29, 2015 by in

We loved our time here.  The Lodge is a perfect spot, fully equipped for every need.  Weather was kind so did some great walks and bike riding, spoilt for choice.  Loved Ben Lomond, and Luss village is a great spot.

Had some great meals out, but if you want cheap & cheerful, Henry Bell (Weatherspoons) in Helensburgh is great – love the curry night on Thursdays.

Thank you and yes we will recommend!

Mark & Tracey, Gaustang, UK

Things to do

Luss conservation village – western shore of Loch Lomond

Located on the banks of Loch Lomond, off the A82, 5 miles north of Crosskeys. Occupation of this area dates back to medieval times, but much of the village and the neat rows of cottages were built in the 18th and 19th centuries to house workers from the nearby slate quarries and featured in the […]

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Historical sites

Historic Scotland (Historic Environment Scotland) offer ‘Explorer Tickets’ that enable you to visit multiple sites over a number of days to save on entry fees if visiting more than one site and also give you fast track entry for Stirling Castle and Edinburgh Castle. For more information go to: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/explorer. Some of their historic sites have […]

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The Hill House (National Trust property) – Helensburgh

Charles Rennie Mackintosh was a revolutionary architect and designer and The Hill House is considered to be his domestic masterpiece. Mackintosh and his wife Margaret created almost everything, from the building itself to the furniture and textiles. More examples of his work can be seen in Glasgow.https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/the-hill-house

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