There is just nothing like the Scottish Highlands. The fresh air of the mountains, lochs and glens on every corner, and the vast wilderness invoking that childlike sense of wonder and adventure. Just that and so much more can be uncovered at Loch Goil, also where visitors can find the most picturesque cafe in Scotland.
The Boat Shed Cafeis just as spectacular as it sounds, with visitors praising its view every chance they get. Located just over an hour from Glasgow, the cafe boasts delightful vistas from its outdoor terrace on the loch shore.
While the cafe’s biggest selling point is the gorgeous view of Loch Goil and the surrounding hills, guests can also indulge in plenty of treats while there. Whether you’re in need of an iced coffee stat, a wee cake to satisfy that sugar craving or a cheesy toastie, The Boat Shed Cafe is the place to be on your day trip to the Highlands. What is more, the spot is dog-friendly and no bookings are required before going.
While in the area, visitors can also enjoy the outdoors, go wildlife watching or rent a boat to sail in the sea loch. Carrick Castle is also worth a wee visit, located on the West shore of the loch and only accessible by boat.
There is exciting wildlife to be spotted in the area, such as a large seal colony, as well as otters, oystercatchers, gannets, merganser ducks, eider ducks, herons, cormorants and buzzards.
Visitors can also go quad biking at Quadmania, rent a kayak from Loch Goil Kayak Hire, or just go on a good ol’ hike.
The Lochgoilhead and Donich Falls trail is a good one to tackle, which takes around three hours to complete to go there and back, and spans over 9.2 kilometres. The trail is accessible any time of year, providing beautiful surroundings and passing Donich Falls.
And the best part is, that all of those activities can end up in the most picturesque cafe in Scotland, The Boat Shed Cafe.
The Boat Shed Cafe is open between Tuesdays and Sunday from 10am to 4pm.