Lochcarron
Lochcarron a village in Wester Ross Highland in Scotland, lies along the north eastern shore of Loch Carron. Surrounded by picturesque sceneries and wild it’s a natural wealth for visitors.
Lochcarron spreads over a mile along the attractive shoreline and can be seen from the A890 on the opposite side of loch.
The place has variety of attractions for visitors from hotels to shopping points and several eating and drinking zones. The unique fishing heritage of the place is evident form the harbour and the fishing boats. This village was at one time a hamlet known as Janetown but now it is a charming village with reasonable population.
The famous Lochcarron weavers are from here who are the largest manufacturers of the Scottish tartan in the world. Flooded with attractions this village serves all the excitement and beauties to the tourists. Whether its golfing in lush green 9-hole golf course or try out cycling, fishing and hunting the place has its own charm. Another way to explore the village is going for walking trips down the Ross-shire hills.
It also boasts the Lochcarron school of English in a perfect location with tranquility and hustle free environment best suited for education. The natural sceneries all over make it a perfect location for artist and photographers for capturing the scenic beauties in canvas.
Local Visitor Attractions
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Attadale House & Gardens
Sunken garden with spectaculare views. Readers of Gardeners' World magazine choose Attadale Gardens as their favourite Scottish garden in their 2010 Gardens to Visit guide.
Lochcarron Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Carron View Cottage on Loch Dughaill - Sleeps 5
Enjoying views across open croft land, this traditional house is close to the loch side, ideal for exploring this wonderful remote area. Sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms. -
Rubha Lodge, Shieldaig, Sleeps 4/5
Spectacularly set close to a secluded shingle beach and private mooring, this detached property has an enviable location and is perfect for those looking for peace and quiet. The property is beautifully fu...
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Strathcarron Cottage, Wester Ross - Sleeps 6
Strathcarron is a pretty little hamlet amongst the spectacular scenery of Wester Ross and in the middle of the village, this attractive property (completed in 2006) overlooks the green with views out .. -
Otter Cottage,nr. Lochcarron, sleeps 6
This traditional detached stone cottage enjoys a truly spectacular setting, perched right on the edge of the rocks with the waves of Lochcarron lapping beneath. Otters and seals can be seen regularly from ... -
Roseate, Lochcarron, sleeps 4
Located on the shores of a sea loch in the heart of the picturesque, unspoilt village of Lochcarron and with breathtaking views over the water towards the Attadale Hills, this traditional, detached holiday... -
Park Cottage, nr. Lochcarron, sleeps 4
This cosy holiday cottage enjoys a peaceful rural setting with fabulous views of some of the finest scenery in Scotland, across the waters of Lochcarron towards the majestic Attadale Mountains. Just over 2 mile... -
Palmerston Croft House, Lochcarron, sleeps 6
Set in the heart of the beautiful village of Lochcarron, overlooking the spectacular sea-loch and Attadale Mountains beyond, this traditional build croft house has been sympathetically restored to retain a... -
Park House, Western Highlands, Sleeps 5-6
Enjoying panoramic views across the waters of Lochcarron and the dramatic hills of Attadale, Park House is the perfect holiday base for exploring this wonderful part of the Highlands. Day trips to the Isle of S... -
Fasgadh, Western Highlands, sleeps 6
This delightful croft bungalow is situated in one of the most spectacular parts of the Western Highlands. Set in its own pretty gardens that lead directly down to the shores of Lochcarron, it enjoys stunni... -
Achintraid Cottage, West Highlands - Sleeps 8
Beautifully situated in the picturesque hamlet of Achintraid, which lies along the shore of Loch Kishorn, surrounded by magnificent mountain scenery and seascapes, this detached cottage sits across ....