There are 7 guestrooms at Buccleuch Guesthouse - all individually decorated to an exceptionally high standard - to ensure you enjoy a comfortable & relaxing stay. Some rooms are Loch-facing, and enjoy the evening summer sunlight and views over Loch Linnhe to the Ardgour Hills.
All Guestrooms Feature:
- TV
- Tea/ Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Alarm Clock
- Complimentary Soap & Toiletries
Cooked to Order...
At Buccleuch Guesthouse, it is firmly believed that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So, what better way to start your morning than with breakfast in the light and airy conservatory, with glorious views over Loch Linnhe to the distant hills beyond?Your hosts will urge you to relax and enjoy your surroundings while your breakfast is cooked to order.
Choose either a lighter start from the breakfast table, on which you'll find a varied choice of cereals, fresh fruit, yogurts, pastries, fruit juice. For those with a greater morning appetite, Buccleuch's traditional cooked Scottish breakfast is not to be missed. Your hosts also highly recommend trying their Scott's porridge oats.
All of the above is served with toast & tea or coffee.
Breakfasts are prepared to your liking, and subject to advance arrangement, early starts (or the occasional late start!) can be catered for. With prior notice, special dietary requirements can also be accommodated.
Fort William: Cloaked in Highland Beauty
Sitting at the head of Loch Linnhe, and at the foot of the Great Glen and snow-peaked Ben Nevis, Ft. William is a convenient touring base for the Northwest of Scotland.
Fort William is a popular hub for walkers, mountaineers, and scenery lovers of every type. Its appeal is not that of a destination town, but rather its location to some of the most stunning natural beauty in Scotland. The main street and little squares are certainly worth a stroll - particularly Cameron Square and the West Highland Museum. The most famous exhibit is the 18th century “Secret Portrait of Prince Charles.” This was done when all paintings of Stuarts were completed in obscure swirls so the viewer didn’t get into trouble for having any connection, at all, to the Stuart side of the Royal family.
After you arrive in Ft. William, head to the tourist office. The people there are very helpful.They’ll be sure to point you in the right direction whether you’re looking for mountain bikes, hiking, fishing equipment, or the perfect driving route to check out the views and snap photos. There are also plenty of exhibits about local heritage and wildlife, as well as updates on mountain weather.
Be sure to ask about the train. As it rolls along the shore of Loch Eil to the west coast through historic Glenfinnan, the train passes some of the area’s most breath-taking sights. (These days, it’s known for its role as The Locomotive in the Harry Potter films!) The Jacobite Steam Train runs the magical route from Ft. William to Mallaig as do the ordinary trains. Regardless of the train, Ft. William is the northern end of the 95-mile West Highland Way which snakes through Western Scotland from the outskirts of Glasgow.
Several cruises also leave from the town’s pier every day. These offer a chance to spot the marine life of Loch Linnhe, including seals and seabirds galore.These cruises are often exhilarating and offer a unique perspective on the area, so we highly recommend them!
Ben Nevis is the most obvious draw. Just a 10-minute drive from Fort William, it is among the Highlands most impressive glen, and at 4,406 feet it is Scotland’s highest, and most rugged, mountain. Ben Nevis is a classic glacial valley hemmed in by steep slopes and swathes of blue-green stones. Herds of shaggy Highland cattle graze the valley floor where a sparkling river gushes through glades of trees. With Ben Nevis, huge and imposing to the north, it’s not surprising that this valley was the location for film scenes from many movies including Rob Roy and Braveheart.
The town itself got its name from the original fort built here in 1650 to keep the Highland clans in order. Only parts of this fort survive--the rest was taken apart to make way for the West Highland Railway. Many Highlanders left for America during The Clearances from this area. Later, the coming of the railway established Fort William as one of the Highland’s main tourist centers and the take-off place to explore the mountains.
The five-mile climb to the top of Ben Nevis, along a well-beaten path, is doable for most people who are reasonably fit. During the summer, it can get a bit crowded—no surprise. The summit is reached by way of Glen Nevis, often called Scotland’s most beautiful glen.
