Knockderry is a wonderful base for a wide variety of sightseeing and activity holidays.
Whether you are after the breathtaking mountain scenery and hills for walking, or some of the best golf courses or sailing in Scotland, we are centrally located and able to offer good local advice and help in organising your activities during your stay. We have created a list of some of our favourite things for you to try and a few hidden secrets.
When is the best time of year to visit?
The generally agreed answer this is during spring (late March to May) and autumn (September to November). The Temperature is warmer by spring, with averages of 6°C-15°C.
During these months, around Loch Lomond & the Trossachs the weather will be the warmest, the days significantly longer, and sunshine most abundant. Although we cannot guarentee it will remain dry!
Winter months are suprisingly good times to visit too as the areas is quieter and often with crisp clear days.
Can you reach Knockderry House by public transport?
Knockderry House is suprisingly well connected as far as public transport is concerned.
The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport and it is only 45 mins away by car.
The nearest trainstation is at Garelochhead which is on the West Hightland Line.
The nearest train station to Glasgow is in Helensburgh which is our nearest town.
A bus service drops outside the hotel and runs every hour.
And the passenger ferry at Kilcreggan Pier is only 3 miles down the road connection you to Gourock Pier and Train Depot and the commuter train to Glasgow Central.
Do you have midgies?
For the first time visitor this might seem like a strange question, but critical when making plans. The Scottish Midge is infamous. It is said that they have can reduce grown men to tears. Midges are a type of tiny insect found in practically every environment on earth. They are most abundant, late spring or early summer, (as day length and temperature increase) and they will die off as the summer comes to an end.
Volumes have been written on how to protect yourself. Most popular is Smidge a popular repellent designed to effectively block the antennal receptors of biting insects – which throws the midge off your scent. It also stops you tasting so good.
During the summer and busy periods such as weekends and bank holidays we recommend all guests and non residents to book a table in advance.
Relying on local produce, we aim to offer delicious and imaginative dishes that change to reflect the freshest of the seasons ingredients. The restaurant holds an award of two AA rosettes and the Thistle Award for Best Eating Experience in the West of Scotland. In addition, we are happy to try and accommodate most dietary requirements with a little warning, and have two menus to choose from.
Head over to our Restaurant page for more details.
Knockderry House has five rooms for the best dog friendly holiday for you and your best friend. Relax in either of the hotel’s two reception rooms and dine with your furry friend by your side. Our Doggie Package includes a few doggie niceties, including:
- a few doggy treats for arrival
- a water bowl
- a towel for mucky paws
- a dog menu – a choice of dishes supplied by Butternut Box (small supplementary charge)
- a list of dog friendly walks and places to visit
- (and a couple of poo bags!)