Lochwood Guest House

We look forward to greeting both returning guests, and new guests to our resort on the shores of Loch Goil. If you need anything during your stay you are most welcome to call on the owners, otherwise you will be left to enjoy the peace and quiet of this special place. We are more than happy to help our guests with advice and information on activities both near and farther afield.

Lochwood Guest House is a lovely Victorian house built in 1864 and is part of the On Tranquil Shores group. It is situated within 7 ½ acres of private grounds on the shores of stunning Loch Goil. Visitors to Lochwood are treated to an abundance of wildlife and birds on our doorstep. Red squirrels are daily visitors to our bird tables and you may even see deer and the occasional pine marten. Seals from the colony nearby are daily visitors, along with a variety of sea birds both common and rare. Porpoise, dolphin and sea otters are also regular visitors in the summer and autumn months. Our secluded log cabin is situated on an elevated site overlooking the loch. Sit back and relax and experience the ever-changing panoramic views of both loch and mountains.

Lochwood House is a perfect base for travellers looking to explore Argyll, the Cowal peninsula, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park and the beautiful West coast of Scotland. Visitors can find mountains to climb, Munroes to conquer, castles to explore and a multitude of places of interest to visit, ranging from Botanical gardens to buildings of both architectural and historical importance. Other outdoor activities within an easy car journey, are quad biking, pony trekking, diving, freshwater and sea fishing. For those visitors wishing to remain in the local area, why not go seal spotting, kayaking or fishing on a boat from Loch Goil Cruisers, or head off on a number of marked walking trails . Visitors can also enjoy a variety of activities at Drimsynie Leisure centre, such as golf, archery, health spa facilities and swimming pool .