Lochcarron
Whilst not as well known as Ullapool, Gairloch and Plockton, Lochcarron is nevertheless one of the hidden gems of Wester Ross.
Located to the south of the area, the village stretches along the north shore of the sea loch of the same name and provides a perfect base for exploring the unsurpassed beauty of Wester Ross. (View location map).
Lochcarron offers a range of accommodation from hotels, guest houses, self catering cottages and B&Bs (see listings below). There is a good variety of places to go out for a meal or a drink, catering for pretty well every taste.
For those who play golf Lochcarron has a 9-hole course in a superb loch-side location and visitors are always very welcome.
Attadale Gardens are just 6 miles from the village of Lochcarron are well worth a visit.
For railway enthusiasts, the famous Kyle Line which runs from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh has a station at Attadale. The route is known as one of the "Great Railway Journeys of the World".
For further information visit the Lochcarron community website, or download a copy of the area guide - produced by LADBA (Lochcarron and District Business Association).
The Lochcarron Community Development Company provides tourist information, showcases local artists and crafts, and runs events and training thoughout the year.
The Lochcarron Highland Games take place at Attadale on the third Saturday of July.
Activity Provider
Attadale Gardens - Choice of Walks & Estate Garden to explore One of Wester Ross's "Big 5" visitor attractions, including walks, activities, sculptures, and beautiful plants, trees, and flowers in a stunning setting.
Attadale Estate Strathcarron Wester Ross, IV54 8YX
Tel: 01520 722603
5 Bells Diving - Dive training and Diving trips Unique and interesting guided diving trips in Lochcarron, Wester Ross, Scottish Highlands.
5 Bells Diving, Lochcarron, Wester Ross
Tel: 01520 722100
Bed and Breakfast
Loch Dubh - B&B / Self catering both available Luxury bed and breakfast in 8 acres of working croftland. Accommodation in Lochcarron, Wester Ross, North West Scotland. Details of tarriff, photographs, and local information.
Andrew and Emma MacKenzie Loch Dubh, Croft Road, Lochcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YA
Tel: 01520 722854
Castle Cottage Comfortable and quality Bed & Breakfast on a waterside location, overlooking Loch Carron towards the Attadale Hills.
Castle Cottage B&B, Main Street, Lochcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YB
Tel: 01520 722828
Crafts
Carron Pottery - Pottery, Craft shop, and Gallery Traditional hand thrown pottery, craft shop, and gallery in Strathcarron, just a couple of miles off the NC500 route, in Wester Ross.
Cam-allt, Strathcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YX
Tel: 01520 722321
Details of Craft cheese making courses available in Wester Ross, in the Scottish Highlands
West Highland Dairy, Dailfearn, Achmore, Stromeferry, IV53 8UW
Tel: 01599 577203
Eating Out
Restaurant in Lochcarron, Wester Ross, Scottish Highlands. Information on menus, contact details
Cam-Allt, Strathcarron, IV54 8YX
Tel: 01520 722488
Kishorn Seafood Bar - Award winning fresh seafood bar The winner of many awards over the years, Kishorn seafood bar features fresh seafood with imaginative cooking and presentation at Kishorn, Wester ross, Scottish Highlands
Kishorn, Strathcarron, Wester Ross , IV54 8XA
Tel: 01520 733240
Hotel
Lochcarron Hotel Family run Hotel accommodation in Lochcarron, Wester Ross. Beautiful views, real ales and good food. Regular live music.
Lochcarron Hotel, Main Street, Lochcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YS
Tel: 01520 722226
Self Catering
Attadale Holiday Cottages Near to beautiful Attadale gardens, self catering cottages available on Attadale Estate, in Wester Ross, North West Highlands of Scotland
Attadale Gardens Estate, Attadale, Strathcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YX
Tel: 01520 722 603
Ardarroch Traditional cottage offering comfortable self catering accommodation in the village of Kishorn. Terrific views overlooking Skye and the Applecross Hills.
3 Ardarroch, Kishorn, Strathcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8XA
Tel: 0141 883 7009
Lochcarron Holiday Properties - Self Catering Accommodation Agency Reliable Accommodation agency offering a range of self catering accommodation in the Lochcarron area of Wester Ross
Bearneas, Lochcarron, Strathcarron, Wester Ross , IV54 8YH
Tel: 01520 722703
Taobh na Dachaidh Beautiful traditional self catering cottage in Lochcarron, Wester Ross. Ideal location near to beach, and with views across the loch.
Taobh na Dachaidh, Ardaneaskan, Lochcarron, Wester Ross , IV54 8YL
Tel: 01599 544353
Shamrock Cottage Self catering cottage - Traditional comfort with modern facilities, situated in Lochcarron. Ideal base for Torridon - Applecross - Attadale Gardens - Skye - and many other places in beautiful Wester Ross, North West Scotland.
Shamrock Cottage, Main Street, Lochcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YD
Tel: 07547 377 957
Strathcarron Station House Distinctive traditional accommodation in the old Station Master's house at Strathcarron. On the world famous Kyle railway Line & the North Coast 500!
Strathcarron Station, Lochcarron, Wester Ross, , IV54 8YR
Tel: 01471 822167
Details of Self catering holiday cottage in Lochcarron, Wester Ross, Scottish Highlands.
Resolis, Lochcarron, Strathcarron, IV54 8YG
Tel: 01520 722436
self catering accommodation in the beautiful village of Lochcarron, Wester Ross, in the Scottish Highlands.
Creag Ghlas, Lochcarron, Strathcarron, IV54 8YQ
Tel: 01223 262378
Harbour Cottage Traditional self catering property on lochside location in Lochcarron, Wester Ross. Only yards from the beach, in a secluded bay.
Dalachladdich, Lochcarron, Strathcarron, Wester Ross , IV54 8YG
Gardeners Cottage Traditional self catering accommodation with mountain views over Lochcarron, Wester Ross.
Tullich, Lochcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YS
Tel: 01520 722992
Visit Lochcarron (Letting Agency) Self catering accommodation agency in Lochcarron. Also Website design services.
Tigh Charrann, Croft Road, Lochcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YA
Tel: 01520 722992
Shieldaig Self catering Holidays Self catering accommodation in Shieldaig, Wester Ross. By the waters edge, beautiful and relaxing location.
Ceol Na Mara, 6 Mary Street, Shieldaig, Wester Ross, IV54 8XW
Tel: 01382 543 246
Tigh na Creaga Self catering accommodation in Lochcarron, Wester Ross
Enquiries to J. Hadden and S. Howes Quiggins Field, Brigsteer, Kendal, LA8 8AX....Cottage location, IV54 8YB
Tel: 01539 568053
Carrachan Cottage Located on the Lochside at Lochcarron, North West Scotland. A beautiful and traditional cottage for self catering. Handy for both the Torridon area, and only a short drive to the Isle of Skye.
Carrachan Cottage, Slumbay, Lochcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YQ
Shopping and Retail
Lochcarron Weavers Traditional Highland weavers. High quality Scottish products such as kilts, tweeds, and tartans.
Lochcarron Weavers Shop, Mid Strome, Lochcarron, Ross-shire, IV54 8YH
Tel: 01520 722212
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