If you are a very keen golfer, you could play an afternoon round of golf on Dunaverty, Southend, the Mull Kintyre. Machrihanish golf course should be on most golfers ‘bucket list’, as it is one of the best and most challenging links course in Scotland. The white sandy beach runs for seven miles with views over to Islay in the distance. This is a day out for the keen walkers or golfers. It takes an hour and a quarter from Powdermills Bed & Breakfast, near Inveraray to drive to Machrihanish, just before Campbeltown on the Mull of Kintyre. There are idyllic remote sandy beaches ideal for swimming in the finer weather stunning views of Islay and Jura Achamore Gardens Bird watching the Boathouse – a fine fish restaurant, a hotel and various craft shops. The ferry takes twenty minutes – one every hour – no booking required – just queue and wait till the ferry returns from Gigha. It takes an hour to drive down the Mull of Kintyre on the A83 to visit the Isle of Gigha, which in Old Norse appropriately means ‘God’s Island’. This list is far from extensive but here are 14 days to keep guests busy. Powdermills has now developed a list of suggestions for day trips based on our own excursions and what guests have told us of places they have visited. In fact, it is not unknown for sunshine, rain, hail, or snow, to appear all in one Summer’s day! The truth is there is always much to do in Argyll despite the variable weather. Guided fishing trips for salmon, trout, pike and more are available from Duncan ( Fishinguide Scotland) who will arrange everything for you! (Booking essential.Guests at Powdermills Bed and Breakfast, near Inveraray often ask our advice of what they should do during their stay. For loch fishing visit the Oban and Lorn Angling Club website. There are various companies offering sea fishing out of Oban. Fishing:īoth inland and sea fishing are available in the area. There are 9 hole golf courses on Seil Island and at Taynuilt, and an 18 hole course at Glencruitten in Oban. From Oban trips are run by Sea Kayak Oban, and from Seil Island by Sea Kayak Scotland. Sea kayaking is a very popular pass time with stunning coastal scenery and a quiet way to view the wildlife. Maps are available in the cottages for The Caledonian Way and for Oban, Kintyre and the Trossachs, giving many and varied routes for cycling. There are plenty of low traffic routes in the area to enjoy the outdoors, and several of the islands are ideal for exploring by bike - bring your own or there are options for bike hire. Another great island for walking and cycling, with very little traffic and some great views and historic sites. Lismore ferries run for cars from Oban or foot passengers only from Port Appin. It is a short foot passenger only ferry from Oban to Kerrera, a great walking island with no cars. From here you can go on to visit Iona and Staffa (dog friendly trips available from Oban). The Island of Mull is a fantastic day trip, (we recommend booking your ferry). The Slate Islands of Seil, Easdale and Luing are a short drive away, Seil being accessed by the Bridge over the Atlantic and providing access to Easdale and Luing by short ferry crossing. Each island holds its own charm and interest. Many of the islands are accessible for a day trip and well worth a visit. Please check websites for up to date information. Seafari have frequent trips out for wildlife, whale watching and also trips to Iona and Staffa. Sealife Adventures and Seafari run out of Seil Island, Coastal Connection runs trips out of Oban. Wildlife sea trips and journeys to the islands and the famous Corryvreckan whirlpool are almost a must in this area, and are available from both Seil and Oban. For more ideas check out the Walk Highlands website. We suggest some walks in our information folder and a local OS map to guide you. On the other side of Loch Seil, there are miles of forestry paths with various routes starting from a 75-90 minute loop around the hill. There are also the Duachy standing stones, a crannog in Loch Seil and ruined crofts that hint at the rich history of the area. Beinn Mhor which sit behind us, is a walk which provides stunning views of the surrounding islands - especially Mull. You (and your dog) can enjoy many walks nearby with stunning mountain and coastal views.
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