STRONACHLACHER
Stronachlacher is a small hamlet on the western shore of Loch Katrine . Stronachlachar pier is where the SS Sir Walter Scott visits on it`s round trip . It is situated 11 miles (17 km) north west of Aberfoyle by road and is 4 miles (6 km) west of Inversnaid on the east shore of Loch Lomond. 
Loch Katrine: Made famous by the real-life exploits of Rob Roy MacGregor, romanticised as a Highland hero by Sir Walter Scott.
Factor’s Island: Rob Roy held the Duke of Montrose’s Factor, Graham of Killearn for ransom here after a cruel attack on his wife and home.
The Stronachlachar Pier Tearoom
The Pier Tea Room is open from 10am seven days a week throughout the holiday season.. - The finest Italian coffees
- Home-made soups
- Paninis and special ‘club' sandwiches
- Home-made cakes and scones
- Teas - and a choice of cold drinks,
snacks and ice-creams.
Visit the Pier Tearoom website for more information
Rounding the loch to Stronachlachar, you come to the pier at Stronachlachar where the steamer calls in the mornings. There is a tearoom, a phone box and fabulous views down the loch to the east. A picturesque island - Eilean Dharag - lies just off the pier.
A 4.5 mile walk/bike ride/drive leads from Stronachlachar to Inversnaid on the West Highland Way at Loch Lomond.
For more info http://www.thepiertearoom.co.uk/
Bairdstravel had Soup of the day which was leak and potato . Excellent
for such a cold day. The staff were very attentive and young chap on the till was a credit to his family.
Message from the owners
Hello Douglas
Thank you for coming to see us and your kind words.
We are a new business and good reviews are especially welcome.
The 'young chap on the till' was our Son, Samuel, so thank you again.
Kind regards
Carole Cranefield
Loch Katrine was, and still is used to supply water to Glasgow. It was this fresh water supply which first helped rid Glasgow of the scourge of typhus when the supply was first established in 1859. The pipeline from the loch to the reservoirs just outside Glasgow is still seen as a wonder of Victorian engineering.
Self Catering Holiday Cottages and Loch side Accommodation to rent at Loch Katrine, Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, Scotland
Self Catering Loch side holiday cottages and houses to rent on the waters edge at Loch Katrine, nestled in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with breathtaking views of Loch Katrine and the surrounding hills of Ben Lomond, Ben Ledi and Ben Venue. The holiday Cottages are near the east bank of Loch Lomond an ideal location from which to absorb one of Scotland's most picturesque loch side areas. Our cottages are in tranquil, isolated and remote Loch side locations to allow you to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing break in Loch Lomond Park.
The loch side self catering holiday cottages lie only a short distance from the colourful and welcoming villages of Aberfoyle and Callander Gateway to the Loch Lomond & Trossachs Park, which offer a choice of pubs, restaurants, unique shops and a host of colourful festivals run all year round. Scotland at it's best.
Nearby to the self catering holiday cottages activities on the Lochs include golf, sailing and a range of other watersport and leisure club facilities. A wealth of walking and cycling routes also provide opportunities to discover some unforgettable views of the Loch.
We returned to Stronachlachar January 2012 here`s some pics from the day.
