Ardaneaskan is a tiny hamlet on the coast in the north-west Highlands of Scotland, situated on the north-west shore of Loch Carron, 5 miles south of the 18th century village of Lochcarron, the nearest town is Kyle of Lochalsh 25 miles away. Access to the hamlet is via a narrow single track road, Ardaneaskan is a peaceful rural community and an ideal location for relaxing, walking, cycling, fishing, sight seeing and nature watching. Ardaneaskan has a 9-hole golf course and an interesting museum located in an old croft a short distance from where the road ends. There are self-catering cottages, hotels, caravans and b&b’s, in and around the area. Lochcarron has shops and amenities, pubs, cafes and restaurants; the village also hosts a traditional Highland Games each June. With beautiful views over the sea to Plockton and the Isle of Skye, Ardaneaskan is a popular tourists resort and a perfect base to explore the surrounding Highland attractions including climbing in the Torridon Mountains and boat cruises leaving from Gairloch, to spot whales, dolphins and seals. The ruins of the historic Strome Castle lie to the east of Ardaneskan in the village of Strome and the 13th century Eilean Donan Castle and visitor centre is in nearby Dornie.
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Places to Stay near Ardaneaskan
The Haven Hotel Plockton (2.21 miles)
Balmacara Hotel (5.15 miles)
Welcome to the Balmacara Hotel, where Skye beckons from the front windows, the glorious hills of Wester Ross from the back, and the scenery tends to set its own very ... More
The Loch Duich Hotel (5.90 miles)
The Loch Duich Hotel is a traditional hotel located in the Scottish Highlands on the West Coast.. It provides quality ensuite accommodation in a friendly atmosphere.Situated in an area known as Skye and ... More | visit website
Kyle Hotel (6.63 miles)
Situated in the heart of the village of Kyle of Lochalsh, the hotel is ideal for exploring Skye or the surrounding west coast up to Ullapool.Relax in our conservatory area ... More
Kings Arms Hotel (7.55 miles)
Situated in the picturesque village of Kyleakin on the Isle of Skye, the Kings Arms Hotel overlooks Lochalsh. One of Skye’s oldest hotels the Kings Arms provides all the modern comforts, yet it retains the ... More | visit website
The Torridon (12.26 miles)
The hotel is set amidst 58 acres of ... More | visit website
Dunollie Hotel (13.73 miles)
The Dunollie Hotel has magnificent views across the sea to Loch Kishorn and the Applecross Hills.
The bright, airy restaurant has an excellent reputation locally, and looks out across the water where ... More
Broadford Hotel (13.97 miles)
Kinloch Lodge (14.50 miles)
Duisdale Country House Hotel (15.67 miles)
Surrounded by extensive gardens and the historic Duisdale Forest, Duisdale House Hotel stands on a hillside on the beautiful Isle of Skye, with panoramic views across the Sound of Sleat.
The striking modern decor in this ... More | visit website
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