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"We have returned to Lochwood once again as it is the Best in the West."
Tom and Margaret Fletcher, Doncaster

"Came highly recommended and rightly so. Shame we have to go home! Thanks for everything."
Steve, Karen and Holly Coulthard, Co Durham

"The warmest welcome and best breakfast ever! Thank you. Great local advice as well."
Jennifer and Eamon O'Brien, Leeds

"Unbelievable generosity, comfort and T.L.C. Quite simply the best!!!"
John and Joyce Womersley, Oxon

"Fabulous as ever Elaine ! After visiting 14/15 B & B's this trip - you're still the tops! See you soon."
John and Claire Rice, Kent

"Done B&B all over Britain. This is the best, will be back"
Andrew and Chris Barr, Biggar

"A great find ! Love all your 'personal' touches"
Mr and Mrs Pickersgill, Huddersfield

"Phenomenal ! A superb, luxurious but traditional B&B. Thank you so very much"
Nick and Caroline Carter, Cornwall

In the cabin here at Lochwood, and eating Elaine’s spectacular food. And the hot tub at midnight, lights red, green or blue. Our only regret - we didnae milk a coo !!! Thanx very much
Sandra and Garry, Edinburgh

Lovely Cabin, hot tub wonderful. scenery beautiful. Food ‘out of this world !’
Will defiantly be back.
Scott and Sharon Imray, Stonehaven

Wow ! What a brilliant find. Hot tub under the stars and overlooking Ayrshire coast was fantastic. Log Cabin cozy and romantic. Thanks ! We’ll definitely be back again and again - especially in the future with all our ‘little ones’ to run about the farm with ! Thank you so much.
Dougie and Alex, Aberdeen 

Thank you for the lovely ‘honeymoon’ experience. Unforgettable. Hope to come back one day.
Jane and Andrea Gallenca, London

We loved the fresh country air. Hope to return.
Dereck and Yoshibo Murphy, Australia

Very comfortable and well looked after, thank you.
Atkinson Family, Northampton

Our 2nd Visit - just as good and we’ll be back next week !
Christopher and Tina Lamb, Warwickshire

Excellent food, friendly welcome, great for families. Thank you so much for making our first time on a farm so enjoyable. Thank you to Grace for showing us the farm animals.
Hardy, Kurt, Terri and Erin Kyle, USA

Lovely in all respects, hope to be back
Malcolm and Margaret Llewelyn, Wales

A marvellous last-stop on our way home after a fortnight touring Scotland. Thanks again Elaine
Denis and Margaret Stanswood, Cumbria

Thanks for your great hospitality, thoroughly enjoyed out stay. Everything perfect.
Doreen and Barry Lawton, Staffordshire

Thank you for beautiful accommodation, meticulous attention to detail. We have had a lovely time.
The Clough Family, Manchester

Fantastic - third time here. It was just as good as the first.
Scott Family, Sunderland

Wonderful hospitality. The tops !
Margaret Halliday, Lincs.

Fantastic set up, comfortable, friendly helpful people “will definitely recommend” Paul and Amanda Waite-Jones,
North Wales

Wonderful food. Very friendly, comfortable, clean and hospitable David and Judith Parry, Flintshire

As good as it always is - see you again !
Grace and Finlay Bell, Darwen

Once again, its been excellent.
Harry and Barbara Robinson, Loughborough

Lovely stay. Everything perfect. Thank you !
Allan McCaskill, Germany

Very comfortable. Best Breakfast tasted ever. Thanks for everything.
Laura Gillies, Coatbridge

Found top quality food and accommodation on our second visit
Derek and Becca Ritson, Cumbria

Hospitality, rooms and food tip top, as good as the first time
Joe and Janet Watson, Cumbria

Thanks for the lovely stay at your beautiful farm, the breakfast was really wonderful !
Natasja Faas, The Netherlands

What a lovely place to stay !! Thanks heaps.
Boyd and Yvonne Page, Australia

Superb hospitality - loved the hot tub !
Lands End to John O Groats Cyclists

Excellent standards - a superb stay. Thank you.
Mike and Lesley Grinham, Gloucester

Excellent.
David and Carol Metcalf, Yorkshire

Brilliant accommodation, food and hospitality - thank you !
Claire, James and Jack Wardell,
West Yorkshire

Beautiful place, breakfast excellent. Just perfect, thank you.
John and Margaret Dean,
Northern Ireland

We truly love this place, each time we stay a little longer. We will be back again and again. Thank you so very much for a lovely stay.
The Grier Family, West Yorkshire

What a fantastic find ! You do everything brilliantly. We’ll be back.
Sally and Neil Lockyer, Shropshire

What a brilliant place, we are coming back ! Thank you.
Franks Family, Humberside

Lovely, we will surely return.
Hosein Family, Trinidad and Tobago

As good as usual ! Will see you again before too long.
Grace and Findlay Bell, Darwin

A fabulous place to stay, thank you for looking after us.
Carole and Alan Hill

As wonderful as always, thank you so much. See you next year.
Mike and Maggie Boyes




The phrase 'location, location, location...' really sums up Lochwood Farm Steading !

For it is here, that not only do we have the most wonderful panoramic views, but we are really fortunate to be in an area with lots of wonderful things to do.

   




We can give you a lot of advice and suggestions to help make your stay with us fantastic. The hardest choice will be deciding what to do with your time ! Here are some of my favourites - many are situated within Ayrshire but all are within a two hour drive.

ISLE OF ARRAN
www.calmac.co.uk

We are only 4 miles from the ferry. The one hour crossing is in itself a great trip, and once you are over there you can enjoy a Full Day around the island.

 

 










 

 

CULZEAN CASTLE, HEADS OF AYR AND ELECTRIC BRAE
www.culzeancastle.net

A very scenic drive awaits you today on the Heads of Ayr Coast road. Culzean Castle and Country Park is a fabulous Full Day out.


 

 

 

BRAEHEAD FOODS COOK SCHOOL
www.braeheadfoods.co.uk
- 01563 550008

Opening early in 2009. Only a 20 minute drive away, this is a fantastic opportunity for you to take classes with some of Scotland’s very best chefs. The lessons will cover everything from the classics to fish, pasta and the more exotic taste of Asia. And although it never rains here in Scotland (!), if you didn’t fancy spending the day in the great outdoors, then this would be the place for you !


LARGS TOWN AND KELBURN COUNTRY PARK
www.kelburncountrycentre.com

Head north today and enjoy the seaside coastal town of Largs - famous for its Nardini's ice cream. On the edge of town, you could visit Kelburn Country Park, with its castle, gardens and great waterfall walk. Another Full Day.

 

 










 

 

ISLE OF BUTE AND MOUNT STUART
www.mountstuart.com

Mount Stuart is Britain's most spectacular Victorian Gothic house. It is steeped in history with 300 acres of landscape and woodlands. On Bute itself, you will find the lovely seaside town of Rothesay and Ettrick Bay can be found by a scenic drive around the island - Full Day


BURNS NATIONAL HERITAGE PARK

Encounter the world's greatest lover in Scotland's most romantic landscape. Open all year round, you can visit Burn's cottage, museum, monument and gardens. There is an audio-visual show at the Tam O Shanter experience with the opportunity to buy unique souvenirs - Half Day out.






 

 

ISLE OF CUMBRAE, MILLPORT
www.calmac.co.uk

Situated across from Largs. The trip involves a 20 minute journey across the water to the Island of Cumbrae.

Millport is the main town and is situated 2 miles from the ferry terminal.

As the Island is very small, the 8 mile round trip is perfect for a day's cycling ! Half day or Full Day - it depends on how much energy you have !!!


THE BURRELL COLLECTION
www.glasgowmuseums.com

In the heart of Pollok Country Park, this award-winning building contains a unique collection of art in a beautiful woodland setting. Shipping magnate Sir William Burrell donated his internationally famous collection of over 8 000 works of art to Glasgow.

 

 





Image © Glasgow City Council (Museums)

His main interests were medieval Europe, Oriental art and European paintings, but he also bought items from Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece and Rome. Half or Full Day.






 

 

BENMORE BOTANIC GARDEN, DUNOON
www.rbge.org.uk

One of the National Botanic Gardens of Scotland. Benmore has many delights for you to enjoy including the Formal Garden, colourful rhododendrons, Chilean Rainforest and Bhutanese Glades as well as some of the tallest trees in Britain. There is a cafe which serves meals and light snack through the day. Full Day.


LOCH LOMOND, INVERARY JAIL AND CASTLE, DUNOON
www.information-britain.co.uk

This will take you a Full Day, but includes some very beautiful Scottish scenery, Award Winning Tourist Attractions, and a 25 minute ferry crossing.

 

 






LOCH LOMOND SEA-LIFE AQUARIUM, BALLOCH
www.sealifeeurope.com

Loch Lomond is the largest area of freshwater in Britain and is home to the largest population of fish. Starting at the Falls of Falloch in the north, flow downstream past the mythical Camstradden Island, out to the Luss water, then it’s on into the Clyde estuary and far away to the Indo Pacific, where you will see sharks swimming overhead and encounter many more astonishing swamp creatures. Full Day






 

 

LOUDON CASTLE THEME PARK
www.loudouncastle.co.uk

A miniature Alton Towers! A great Full Day out, especially for very young children.

Lots of rides, animal farm park and all set in beautiful grounds - only 25 minutes away.






 

 

DAY SAILS ON THE FIRTH OF CLYDE
www.charterforyou.co.uk

Have a fun day out with family or friends enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Firth of Clyde and it islands. The new yachts have a selection of local produce for your picnic lunch. Sailing course are also available.


MUSEUM OF SCOTTISH COUNTRY LIFE, EAST KILBRIDE
www.nms.ac.uk

Fantastic working farm, recently awarded five stars from VisitScotland. Find out how people lived and worked in the past and how this has shaped the countryside of today. Ride in the tractor-trailer then explore the Georgian farmhouse. Various events are held throughout the year - Full Day

 

 










 

 

NEW LANARK WORLD HERITAGE SITE, LANARK
www.newlanark.org

Time travel on the magical new Millennium Experience or enter the spirit world of New Lanark in the state-of-the-art theatre show.

There are special events throughout the year - Full Day






 

 

THE FALKIRK WHEEL
www.thefalkirkwheel.co.uk

The world’s first and only rotating boat lift. Almost 100 years ago, a series of 11 locks was used to connect the Forth and Clyde Canal, running from Glasgow to Edinburgh’s Union Canal. This was due to the height difference between the 2 canals. These locks took boat owners a full day to get through. As a part of the millennium initiative to encourage waterway usage, the Falkirk Wheel was designed and constructed to provide a 21st century solution to join the canals. It is a truly unique and awesome spectacle. Full Day


LOCH KATRINE & THE SIR WALTER SCOTT STEAMSHIP, CALLANDER
www.lochkatrine.com

The Steamship Sir Walter Scott has been sailing majestically on these waters for over a century. Loch Katrine is an ideal location for walkers and cyclists of all ages - Full Day

 

 










 

 

ROB ROY AND THE TROSSACHS VISITOR CENTRE, CALLANDER
www.robroyvisitorcentre.com

Situated in the centre of Callander and surrounded by enchanting countryside. Find out about Rob Roy, his life story and how the Highlands went to Hollywood - Full Day


BLAIR DRUMMOND SAFARI AND ADVENTURE PARK, NR STIRLING
www.blairdrummond.com

A great Full Day out for all the family. Boat safari to Chimpanzee Island, Wild Animal Reserves, Pets' Farm, Giant Astraglide, Flying Fox, Pedal Boats, Birds of Prey Centre and much, much more !

 

 










 

 

STIRLING CASTLE
www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

One of Scotland's grandest castles due to its imposing position and impressive architecture.

It towers over some of the most important battlefields of Scotland's past, including the site of William Wallace's victory over the English in 1297 - Full Day


EDINBURGH CITY AND CASTLE
www.historic-scotland.net

Go by train and you will be there in under two hours without the hassle of trying to drive in a strange city or find a parking place. Shop, eat, sightsee, have fun ! Full Day

 

 










 

 

ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA, EDINBURGH
www.royalyachtbritannia.co.uk

An awarding-winning visitor attraction in the historic port of Leith. Britannia has five decks to discover with a complimentary audio tour. Only two hours away - Full Day


EDINBURGH ZOO, EDINBURGH
www.edinburghzoo.org.uk

Open every day of the year, children of all ages will love this place.

See the Penguin Parade, go on a Hilltop Safari or watch the Sealions feeding and responding to commands. Again, this is another Full Day

 

 










 

 

MUSEUM OF FLIGHT, EAST LINTON
www.nms.ac.uk

We had a wonderful Full Day out here. There are four hangar's to explore, one of which includes The Concorde Experience. If you wish to go on board Concorde itself, then we would definitely advise you pre-book this. Visitors can explore an aviation collection that is one of the best in the UK.


DEEP SEA WORLD, NORTH QUEENSFERRY
www.deepseaworld.com

This underwater safari is home to over 2 000 weird and wonderful creatures. They offer a behind-the-scenes tour and even shark dives - for those who think that it might be fun !!! Full Day

 

 










 

 

CREAM O' GALLOWAY, CASTLE DOUGLAS
www.creamogalloway.co.uk

An organic farm-based visitor attraction and the home of Cream o' Galloway ice cream. There are four miles of nature trails with two ponds. A tea-room, adventure playground for all ages and the first 3D maze in Scotland - Full Day


THREAVE CASTLE AND GARDENS
www.nts.org.uk

Visit the Countryside Centre to find out more about estate’s wildlife and conservation work before setting off to explore Threave Castle and Gardens. There is a licensed restaurant on site and guided tours are available. National Trust for Scotland property. Full Day

 

 










 

 

LOGAN BOTANIC GARDEN
www.rbge.org.uk

This remarkable garden is home to a spectacular collection of bizarre and beautiful plants. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, the climate provides the ideal growing condition for southern hemisphere plants - you’ll find it hard to believe you’re still in Scotland ! There is a self-guided audio tour available, cafe and gift shop. Full Day






 

 

GOLF - TURNBERRY OR ROYAL TROON
www.turnberry.co.uk
www.royaltroon.co.uk

With just under 40 golf courses alone in Ayrshire you will be spoilt for choice as to which one to play on. Of course, we have the Championships Courses for those who are truly dedicated to this sport. Royal Troon is about a 20 minute drive and Turnberry is a little bit further at 50 minutes.


HORSE RACING AT AYR

Enjoy the thrills and spills at Scotland's premier racecourse. Check out their website on www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk


AYRSHIRE FARMER'S MARKET

Winner of the 2003 Scottish Thistle Award for Small Business Marketing Initiative. This market is available to visit every Saturday at various venues throughout Ayrshire. Selling much sought after local foods and crafts, it is a must to find out the true tastes within Ayrshire. Please go to www.ayrshirefarmersmarket.co.uk for information on dates.


 




Largs at Sunset