Eating & Drinking
The Pierhouse Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, Port Appin, PA38
4DE. STB 3 Star Small Hotel. Perched on the shores of Loch Linnhe with
breathtaking views to the islands of Lismore and Mull, The Pierhouse was the
historic 19th century residence of the Pier Master. Now an intimate hotel, The
Pierhouse has gained a reputation for quality service, a personal and relaxed
family atmosphere and award-winning food. We use only the finest seasonal
Scottish seafood, meat, game and vegetables. We work very closely with our
local suppliers to achieve exceptionally high standards of quality and
freshness. Our oysters are hand-picked from the Lismore oyster beds; mussels
and langoustines are harvested from Loch Linnhe and Loch Etive; and our
lobsters and crab are kept mouth-wateringly fresh in creels at the end of the
pier. In addition to seafood, we serve a variety of beautifully fresh local
meat and wild game from farms and private estates, as well as vegetarian
dishes. Why not discover one of Argyll's best-kept secrets? Tel: 01631 730
302.
E-mail:
reservations@pierhousehotel.co.uk
WWW:
www.pierhousehotel.co.uk
Local Attractions
- The Barn Colgin, Lerags
Glen, Oban, PA34 4SE.
Activities & Attractions
- Allan's Seal Trips 1 hour
boat trips from the Railway Pier, Oban to view seals, birds and other wildlife.
20 Lorn Road, Dunbeg, Oban, PA37 1QG.
- Ardanaiseig
Hotel Gardens Many years ago, the 100 acre wild woodland gardens of
Ardanaiseig were regarded as one of the natural splendours of Argyll. They are
now being restored. Kilchrenan, by Taynuilt, Argyll PA35 1HE.
- Ardchattan
Priory The ruins of a Valliscaulian priory founded in 1230 and later
converted to secular use. On Loch Etive, 6.5m NE of Oban off the A828.
- Ardmaddy
Castle Garden Ardmaddy rises above its formal walled garden on one side
with outstanding views of the Islands on the other. Visitors approach the
garden by an old arched footbridge over a burn finding its final path to the
sea. By Oban, Argyll PA34 4QY.
- Arduaine Garden Extensive gardens on the shore south of Obn.
(Undiscovered
Scotland Feature Page)
- Argyll Charters
Short, wildlife watching boat trips from Oban's Esplanade slipway to view seal
colonies and an abundance of marine and bird life. Standard 1 hour, 2 hour, or
longer.
- Bonawe
Iron Furnace Remains of an iron furnace and associated buildings, Taynuilt.
(Undiscovered
Scotland Feature Page)
- Bowman's Tours
Offering great tours to Mull and the Isles. Queens Park, Oban, PA34 5RS.
- Dunstaffnage Castle Large castle on rocky outcrop north of
Oban. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Easdale
Island An island that once formed the centre of the slate mining industry.
(Undiscovered
Scotland Feature Page)
- Glen Nant NNR
The slopes of Glen Nant are cloaked in a rich mixed woodland. Many trees were
felled from 1753 -1880 to supply charcoal to the nearby Bonawe Iron Furnace.
Three miles southeast of Taynuilt, off the B845.
- Inverliever
Forest From Oban or Glasgow: follow the A85 to Taynuilt then the
unclassified road south to Kilchrennan and Dalavich.
- Kerrera
IslandThe island that shelters Oban Bay.
(Undiscovered
Scotland Feature Page)
- Kinlochlaich
Gardens The old walled garden, spring garden and woodland walk are open all
year round. Kinlochlaich House, Appin, By Oban, PA38 4BD.
- Loch
Etive A sea loch that bites deeply into the Highlands.
(Undiscovered
Scotland Feature Page)
- Oban War and Peace
Museum Collection of local memorabilia life in Oban and Lorn through the
years, including during WWII. Old Oban Times Building, Corran Esplanade, Oban
PA34 5PX.
- Scottish Sea
Life Sanctuary A watery wonderland teeming with amazing sea creatures of
astonishing variety. Barcaldine, Oban, Argyll PA37 1SE.
- Sealife
Adventures Operating whale and wildlife boat cruises from Oban. Trips
include the famous Corryvrechan Whirlpool.
- Tales on the
Hoof A Gentle walking tour with history, views, folkore, ghosts, Clann
MacDougal and Campbell at War, architecture and more. Wheelchair friendly.
