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Cosy self-catering, pet friendly cottages in the Highlands. Open all year round. The holiday cottages are all unique, stand alone and have stunning views.

A number have loch views and all have mountainous vistas. Each of the 10 properties are open throughout the whole year with weekly stays and short breaks offered, pets are also welcome. The estate is home to a diverse range of wildlife from red deer, pine martins, otters, eagles, seals and much more. Guests often have sightings of these species from the comfort of their holiday cottage or when out exploring the estate on the series of purpose built footpaths.

16/08/2026

Tucked away amongst the trees at Kingairloch, these little waterfalls are one of the many beautiful features of the estate. 🌿

The sound of the water running over the rocks, surrounded by woodland and the peaceful Highland landscape, makes it a lovely spot to pause and enjoy the scenery. A reminder that there is always something new to discover around Kingairloch. ✨

14/08/2026

From the estate to your plate. 🌿🍽️

At the Boathouse Restaurant, we’re proud to showcase the best of Kingairloch and the surrounding area, with seasonal ingredients, local produce and flavours inspired by our Highland surroundings.

Estate-to-plate dining is all about enjoying good food with a real sense of place.

Set beside the loch, with the landscape that inspires the menu all around you, dining at the Boathouse is a true taste of Kingairloch. ✨

12/08/2026

Help us create the 2027 Kingairloch Calendar 📸🗓️

We’re getting ready for our 2027 calendar and would love to fill its pages with images that reflect this very special place.
From sweeping landscapes and dramatic views to the wildlife that calls Kingairloch home, we’d love to see your photographs.
Share them with us for a chance to see your image in print, and if selected, receive a complimentary copy of the calendar.
Send your images to [email protected] and help us showcase the wild beauty of Kingairloch throughout 2027 ✨🌿

Please send us your pictures by the end of September 🗓️

09/08/2026

Yesterday, two of our Highland heifers made the trip to Strontian for the Sunart & District Agricultural Show, placing 2nd and 3rd in the Highland Heifer class 🐂

A good day out supporting a local show and taking along a couple of the Highland cattle from here at Kingairloch.

Thanks to the Sunart & District Agricultural Society and everyone involved in organising the day. 🐂🐑

07/08/2026

When the journey is just as memorable as the destination. Winding along the coastline, surrounded by mountains, sea views and Highland wilderness, the road to Kingairloch is all part of the experience.

Sometimes the scenic route really is worth taking 🌿✨

05/08/2026

Discover Ardgour: The starting point on your journey to Kingairloch ✨
• Explore the Corran Narrows
Start at Corran Point Lighthouse and watch the ferry crossing one of the narrowest points on Loch Linnhe. It’s a fantastic spot for photography, sunsets and wildlife watching.
• Walk the Ardgour Lochans
Hidden between Corran and Clovullin is a network of woodland trails and lochans formed during the last Ice Age. These peaceful walks are ideal for families and offer excellent opportunities to spot birds and local wildlife.
• Hike Glen Gour, Glen Scaddle or C**a Glen
Ardgour is a walker’s paradise, with routes ranging from gentle glen walks to challenging mountain days. Glen Gour, Glen Scaddle and C**a Glen all showcase the area’s rugged beauty and remoteness.
• Visit Sallachan Beach
A quiet shoreline tucked away in Ardgour, perfect for a picnic, beachcombing or simply enjoying the views across Loch Linnhe. Keep an eye out for seals, porpoises and seabirds.
• Wildlife Watching
Ardgour’s mix of ancient woodland, mountains and coastline makes it one of the best places in Lochaber to spot red deer, wild goats, golden eagles and marine wildlife.
• Refuel with a View
Stop at Nomad Cafe near the ferry or enjoy lunch overlooking the loch at The Boathouse Restaurant. See respective pages for opening times.
Ardgour isn’t just a route to somewhere else—it’s a destination in its own right, packed with quiet beaches, ancient woodland, dramatic mountains and some of the most peaceful scenery in the Highlands. 🌿🏔️🌊

02/08/2026

Guest picture of the month July 2026.
Highland cattle at Kingairloch taken by Caroline wood 🐂

If you would like your photograph to be considered for Guest Picture of the Month for August, please send it to us at [email protected] or send via instagram message. We look forward to sharing more of your memorable moments 📸🌿

29/07/2026

There’s something about Kingairloch that encourages you to slow down 🌿✨

Away from busy roads and crowded places, you’ll find space to breathe, listen, and simply enjoy the moment. Whether it’s watching the morning mist lift from the loch, hearing nothing but birdsong, or ending the day with a peaceful sunset over the hills, it’s a place where time seems to move a little more gently.

Sometimes the greatest luxury isn’t a packed itinerary, it’s the chance to switch off, reconnect with nature, and enjoy the quiet beauty of the West Highlands.

If you’re looking for a true escape, Kingairloch is waiting. 🌿✨

26/07/2026

Wildlife at Kingairloch ✨🪺

By midsummer, the Northern Wheatear has settled into life at Kingairloch Estate, busily raising its young among the rocky hillsides and open grassland. Having travelled thousands of miles each spring, these remarkable little birds make the most of the long Highland days, taking advantage of the abundance of insects before beginning their incredible journey south again later in the season.

Often seen perched on rocks, drystone walls and fence posts, the Northern Wheatear is always alert, darting out to catch insects before returning to its favourite lookout. Although small in size, it’s one of nature’s great travellers, covering vast distances each year between its breeding grounds in the Scottish Highlands and its winter home in Africa.

If you’re exploring this summer, keep an eye out for these charismatic visitors and the many other species that call Kingairloch home.

If you spot any wildlife during your visit, we’d love to hear from you! Share your photos with us by emailing [email protected] ✨🌿

Address

Kingairloch, Ardgour
Fort William
PH337AE

Website

http://www.kingairloch.co.uk/

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