We stayed in Cedar Cabin from 29th June - 3rd July. It was our
first time and we will definately return. Very relaxing and
fantastic scenery. It is just what was needed away from it all with
plenty to see and do we did not want to leave!!
Mark & Natalie
08 July 2009
We have just had a brilliant week at Lochend. This is the best
self catering we have ever stayed in, very comfortable. Lots to see
and do. We will definetly be back to visit, but for longer next
time! Highly recommended.
The Todds - 11 July 2009
Eating Out
CF (Child friendly) MA (Children welcome but mainly adults)
Lunches and dinner
The Lake Hotel and Port Bar,
Port of Menteith
http://www.lake-hotel.com/
(CF)
1.5 miles from Lochend. Great location, on the north shore of the
Lake, big roaring fire in winter and fabulous area for al fresco
dining when suitable. Both bar food and fine dining.
Mains from £8 in the bar and from £16 in conservatory.
The Cross Keys,
Kippen
http://kippencrosskeys.com/
(CF)
8 miles from Lochend. DRAM's Gastro pub of 2009 award,
certify's the quality of the food! Cosy, traditional pub with
roaring fires and a warm family welcome from Debby, Brian, Robyn
and Archie. They have also been named in Conde nast traveller
magazine as one of the top five winter pub destinations. It's a
Lochend favourite. Mains from £6
Lion and the Unicorn,
Thornhill
http://www.lion-unicorn.co.uk/
(CF)
7 miles from Lochend. Warm welcome at classic pub with several
rooms, the wee stone room being the quaintest. Pub grub menu with
steaks a speciality.
Mains from £8.50
Roman Camp,
Callander
http://www.romancamphotel.co.uk/dining/(MA)
11 miles from Lochend. Beautiful setting by the side of the river
Teith in Callander, tucked away, a great location to eat and
some very fine food indeed. Afternoon tea which is a fine
introduction to this place at £14 per person.
Set Dinner is £49 for 4 courses or a la carte main from £26 and a 3
course lunch is a very reasonable £25.
Mhor Fish, Callander
www.mhor.net/fish/ (CF)
11 miles from Lochend. Chic fish and chip dining! Nice specials
menu echoing the big sister resturant Monachyle Mhor, in a small
but perfectly formed cafe space. Love the old school
chairs!
Lunches
Dun Whinny Café,
Callander
9 Bridge Street, Callander. Tel No 01877331257. (CF)
11 miles from Lochend. 9am to 5pm, if you wish to try traditional
Scottish 'clootie dumpling' then this is the place, warm with
cream! Nice homemade soup, best lentil soup ever! rolls and
sandwiches to order. Run by Andrew and Fiona, with family
input!
Deli Ecosse,
Callander
Callander, to the side of the Tourist Information Centre. (CF)
01877331220
11 miles from Lochend. This deli is run by Julie Carmichael
and her Mum, who are extremely helpful and
cheery. It's in a lovely airy, converted 19th century church
hall, with great coffee, cakes and daily home made lunches.
Breakfasts too! Open 8am - 5.30pm, off season, closed Wed. and
8.30-5pm.
Liz McGregors Tearoom,
Aberfoyle
Main Street, Aberfoyle. Tel no. 01877389376. (CF)
5 miles from Lochend. Newly reopened in the main street, where she
started, Liz's has always been a family favourite. 9am - 8pm, 7
days during the main season. Winter hours to come. Also now running
the Black bull hotel in Gartmore, lots of space
and some of her well known family dinner favourites.
Berits and Brown,
Kippen
Main Street, Kippen. Tel no. 01786870077. (CF)
8 miles from Lochend. Small deli with nice cafe areas. Good
coffee, and nice treats to buy. Very good wine selection.
9.30-5pm.
The Wee Blether Tearoom, Next to
the post office, Kinlochard.
Open from 10am to 5pm and in season, off season, weekends
only. Tel No. 01877387337. (CF)
This is Rikki and Shona's home tel. no. 01877 387337, but if you
want to call them with regard to the Tearoom, they are very
friendly and happy to answer any questions. This is a superb
location to enjoy great Scottish home cooking, soups, cakes. With a
wee gift shop and outside seating on a patio.
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