Things to see & do
We are happy to help you to plan some great outings... with or
without children, as we know the area of Argyll very well. Just
let us know what kind of outing you require and we can plan something
for you!
Seabank is situated near the small village of Benderloch, which
is 20 minutes North of Oban and less than an hour's drive to Fort
William and Glencoe, on the scenic West Coast of Scotland.
Benderloch village has a licensed general store, cafe and restaurant,
near the popular large sandy beach of Tralee. There are beautiful
walks and cycle routes nearby, starting at the back door. Adjoining
the grounds is a wildlife reserve with marked walking trails.
Roe deer, badgers and otters are seen regularly. The luxurious
facilities of the nearby Isle of Eriska Hotel are available to
our guests by special arrangement. The region is renowned for
its seafood, and some of Scotland's finest restaurants are within
easy travelling distance.
Conservation & Wildlife
Loch Creran is a 7 mile long sea loch, protected as a Special
Area of Conservation within the European Union. This is due to
the rare serpulid reefs found here. You can find out more about
these reefs at the Scottish Sealife and Marine Sanctuary a few
miles north of Seabank.
The Scottish Wildlife Trust look after a native deciduous woodland
at Shian, on the south shore of Loch Creran, within the Lynn of
Lorn National Scenic Area. This is next door to Seabank and offers
walking trails where a full range of woodland birds can be found
including: buzzard, woodcock, redstart and sedge warbler. There
is a regularly occupied badger sett and many roe deer.
Scottish Natural Heritage own the National Nature Reserve of
Glasdrum Wood, on the north side of Loch Creran. This ancient
woodland has wonderful trails to wander along and offers a chance
to spot a variety of butterflies.
Walking & Cycling
The Forestry Commission have marked walking and cycle trails
in the Benderloch area. Beinn Lora has a choice of trails with
wonderful views over the Firth of Lorne.
Visit Eagles Eyrie Viewpoint or walk to the summit of Beinn Lora
( about 1000ft )
Sutherland's Grove is also worth a visit with a stunning gorge
and cascading waterfall. There are various graded paths for walking
or cycling.
More challenging hill walking is also available nearby with Glencoe
under an hour away.
Islands to Visit
Oban is the unofficial capital of the West Highlands, acclaimed
as the "Gateway to the Isles".
The ferries to Lismore and Kerrera are within 30 minutes from
Benderloch and both islands are beautiful to visit for a peaceful
walk or cycle.
Another excellent day trip is the Three Isles excursion to Mull,
Iona & Staffa
www.fingals-cave-staffa.co.uk
Hill Walking & Climbing
The Ice Factor at Kinlochleven is an indoor mountain activity
centre where you can learn how to rock-and-ice climb. Full Equipment
and instruction is available on the biggest indoor ice climbing
facility in the world!
There are many Munros within easy reach including Ben Nevis, Ben
Cruachan and Glencoe.
Golf
The area has Oban's eighteen hole golf course. Smaller courses
at Eriska, Taynuilt, Dalmally and Seil are all within easy reach.
Beaches and Watersports
Tralee Beach is about 1 mile away. In front of Seabank there
is a shingle beach which is ideal for launching kayaks, canoes
and sail boards. Sea kayaking is popular in the area and for the
more adventurous there are the Falls of Lora and the River Orchy
for white water kayaking.
This area is also a very popular diving area.
There are opportunities for most outdoor activities, both on
and off the water in the area.
Seabank is an easily accessible base for those wishing to explore
the region or a secluded retreat from which to enjoy the ever
changing views of mountains and loch.
Oban
self catering - Seabank farmhouse on shore of Loch Creran by
Benderloch near Oban in the West Highlands of Scotland
