Lochearnhead is a village in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, 14 miles north of Callander, situated on the west shore, at the Head of Loch Earn. Loch Earn is a 7 mile stretch of fresh water and a centre for water-sports. Nearby Ben Vorlich is a 985m peak with steep sides offering panoramic views of the surrounding area and beautiful loch it is visited regularly by climbers. Lochearnhead is an ancient village and tourist resort with scenic surroundings and interesting historical structures including a crannog on the Loch, indicating a settlement in the area for at least 2000 years. Originally the settlement grew from being a crossroads used by Scotland’s earliest inhabitants on route from Callander to Killin and along the Loch Earn road to Perth. Two miles east of the village stands the impressive 17th century Edinample Castle, Z-plan tower house. Arrival of the railway in 1870 brought a growth in the tourist industry, the main line closed in 1965, now the Railway station is a Scouts Station and very popular with visiting troupes. There are various holiday accommodation and hotels, north of the village shops is the village hall and church. Lochernhead is an ideal location for walking, climbing, fishing, scouting, waterskiing, canoeing, sailing and more.
Holiday Park
Lochearnhead Loch Side Holiday Park
Self-Catering
Cooper Cottages
Lochearnhead Loch Side Holiday Park
Shops
Activities
Lochearn Water Sports Centre(Water Sports)
Places to Stay near Lochearnhead
Tigh Na Crich (0.03 miles)
Tigh Na Crich is a large traditionally built white stone house, dating from the mid 1800's. Situated in the small village of Lochearnhead, on the A84, Tigh na Crich is set at the foot ... More | visit website
Clachan Cottage Hotel (0.46 miles)
The Hotel with its lochside position beside ... More | visit website
Kings House Hotel (2.08 miles)
The Kings House Hotel is a family run accommodation establishment. The Kings House Hotel was built on the site of a Royal Hunting Lodge of the Stewart Kings and used by King James VI. The original ... More | visit website
Creagan House Restaurant with Accommodation (4.01 miles)
Munro Inn (4.51 miles)
Munro Inn is in Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, next to Rob Roy Way. The comfy inn serves home-cooked food, has free Wi-Fi, and is an ideal base for walkers. The traditional, ... More
Airlie House Bed & Breakfast (4.51 miles)
Enjoy a relaxing break in this charming and comfortable Bed and Breakfast accommodation in Perthshire Scotland. Situated in the Trossachs & Breadalbane area of Scotland's first National Park. Airlie House Bed & Breakfast is ... More | visit websiteThe Falls Of Dochart Inn (5.40 miles)
A boutique inn experience at the heart of Scotland: the location overlooks the spectacular Falls of Dochart, so you will never forget your stay at this family-run inn. Amid the breathtaking Loch Lomond and Trossachs National ... More | visit website
Killin Hotel (5.91 miles)
The Killin Hotel is situated in the central Highlands at the west end of the Loch Tay. It is arguably the most picturesque village in Scotland, surrounded by mountains, rivers, and lochs but still within ... More | visit website
Coach House Hotel (6.13 miles)
Surrounded by high mountains, with stunning views across the River Lochay towards Loch Tay, a warm and friendly welcome awaits you at this hotel, with a lively traditional lounge bar. Situated in Killin, one of the ... More | visit website
Four Seasons Hotel (6.32 miles)
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