My visit to the Ardnamurchan Distillery
I am Jules from France and I was a cooper working in Alloa all of last year. I am now staying and helping John and Jacqui at the Steading. Being so interested in whisky John and I went to have a tour at the new local distillery just up the road.
read moreHoliday Cottages Scotland
Here at Steading Holidays providing holiday cottages in stunning locations in Scotland is our speciality. We have carefully selected each property to bring you the best holiday cottages that Scotland can offer. We have a variety of holiday cottages that range in size...
read moreMurphy – the cat
Murphy our cat (also known as Murphy, the long cat), is part of the family for almost eleven years now and is a sort of character on it's own. He is always around the Steading, sometimes you'll find him in the Craft Shop luring around our guests or relaxing and...
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Self Catering Accommodation Scotland
Self catering properties in Scotland offer flexibility and freedom of choice which makes them the ideal solution of accommodation for a whole range of breaks regardless of whether you are planning a romantic break with your partner, a holiday...
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Coast trip along the west coast of Scotland and visit at Glenfinnan Viaduct
This is an blog entry from our Austrian friend Isabel, who stayed with us last month. She can't wait to come back to the Highlands and make Kilchoan her base. "Last Wednesday, the weather was completely amazing (Indian summer - about 20 degrees and...
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Kilchoan Community Fireworks
Kilchoan Community Fireworks Saturday 3rd Nov @ 7pm Kilchoan Sports Field / Community Centre BBQ/Cakes All donations will go to the kids fund Weather permitting, it will be next Saturday if there is too much wind. [et_social_follow...
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Come together in our Craft Shop in Kilchoan
Call in at Kilchoan Crafts and Cafe, enjoy our lovely home baking, coffees and teas. Friday 2nd of November 10.00 to 16.30 Saturday 3rd of November 10.00 to 19.00 We are clearing our stock with 20% and 40% off some of our products. Find some gifts amongst...
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Wild Swim in Ardnamurchan
"Yesterday I went down to the sea with Jacqui, as she usually does twice a week, to take a swim. I can imagine she must feel calm and her body at one with the sea. The atmosphere was fantastic, as the sun set, the sky turned into all these beautiful...
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My day out over in Tobermory
Hi there, my name is Isabel, travelling from Austria, I'm very happy to spend my vacation in beautiful Scotland. I have been to Scotland for the fifth time now, and I am enjoying it very much! I went to the Isle of Mull in May and thought I would love to...
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Leather belts and apple cake
Here at Kilchoan Crafts we are passionate about showcasing local arts and crafts and supporting ethically sourced Fair Trade products. Whether you are visiting Ardnamurchan on holiday or living in the local area, Kilchoan Craft and Coffee Shop has...
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Fire on Rhum
Big hill fire on the Island of Rum yesterday. The grass and heather are very dry just now and will easily ignite. BBQ bonfires and a cigarette butt thrown carelessly are all it takes to start these fires. Fortunately it is under control and no one has been hurt....
read moreCastle Tioram
We enjoyed a spectacular afternoon in lovely winter sunshine at Castle Tioram a wee while ago. Castle Tioram is a tidal castle. I've often visited when the tide has been too high to walk up to admire the castle at close quarters, or when the tide has been far out and...
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