Woodlands Glencoe, Ballachulish

Directions to Woodlands Glencoe near Ballachulish

By Car: The Lodges are located on the A828 between Oban and Fort William; very accessible from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth & Stirling to the South, and Inverness, Aberdeen, Skye and the North Coast 500 to the North.

Glencoe is often a 1-night stop in an itinerary of a trip through Scotland, but there really is so much to see and do we recommend you plan for longer here if possible!

Electric Charge Points: There are currently  two 22kw electrical charging points for Woodlands Glencoe guests, which are fully compatible with all type 2 electric cars (Charge Place Scotland – 53510). The full charge time for your car will vary depending on the size of your battery. Once your car is fully charged we ask you move it to a regular parking space.

By Public Transport: Citylink busses run regularly from Glasgow to North Ballachulish, a short 15 minute walk from Woodlands (ask the bus driver to drop you at the south end of the Ballachulish Bridge). Trains do run regularly to Fort William too and there are connecting busses South to North Ballachulish, but the Citylink connections are usually the most direct.

By Plane / Helicopter: Oban International Airport is just 30 minutes away and there are facilities for Helicopter landings on the Estate.

Taxi / Private Hire: We suggest you book any taxis in advance. Alistairs Taxis and West Highland Taxis offer traditional taxi, tours & airport transfers or Elecar offer a more premium service.

Walking

Nature Reserves

Skiing

Cycling

Shooting

Whisky Tasting

Golf in Local Area

Wildlife Watching

Archery

Climbing

The Woodland Glencoe Estate is home to a wide range of activities and has been voted number one activity provider in the region.

Embark on a variety of delightful walks right from your luxury lodge. Meander towards the nearby seaside, located just 400 meters to the north, or negotiate the paths and trails bordering the Golf Course, leading you into the woodlands above.

You can also explore the scenic landscape of Glencoe by renting an electric bicycle or joining a Segway tour. Experience the thrill of acquiring new skills through guided archery or laser clay shooting sessions. Alternatively, immerse yourself in one of Scotland's cherished traditions with a game of golf or a classic whisky tasting experience.

Segway tours
Glide through the woods to connect with nature like you never have before. Because people of all ages find it great fun, this is a really good family activity… even for grandparents!

Archery From beginner taster sessions to more in depth sessions for accomplished archers, the estates fully qualified instructors are there to make sure you have lots of fun while picking up some new skills along the way.

Electric bike (e-bike) hire The Sustrans Caledonia Way passes right through the estate, offering miles and miles of stunning, peaceful cycle tracks to explore right from our doorstep. Head off down towards Oban, passing historic Duror, beautiful Appin and easily diverting to Lismore Island. Alternatively, head up behind the estate to explore the trails in the Glenachulish Woodland and to get a great view over the point where Loch Linnhe meets Loch Leven.

The e-bikes help ease the strain when riding uphill, allowing you to relax and enjoy your surroundings. The team will ensure you are properly kitted out and will point you in the right direction, or better still take them with you with the Guided E-Bike Hire.

Laser-Clay Shooting
Fire authentic, 12 gauge shotguns – converted to shoot harmless infrared beams – with no nasty kick-back or big bang! Clays are fired from a launcher and up to four players can shoot at the same time. When a shooter scores a hit, the beam is reflected back to the gun and registers a “HIT” on a big scoreboard. Authentic sound effects enhance the experience. The computerized scoreboard tallies up hits and allows several different forms of competition to take place, catering for all levels of expertise.

Whisky Tasting
From the whisky aficionados to those just discovering Scotland’s amber nectar, the whisky tasting experience is sure to get you up close and personal with the ‘water of life’.
Packaged beautifully and including a selection of our favourite drams from different regions of Scotland, the whisky tasting kit is designed to be savoured in your own time, in your lodge.
If you’d prefer a more personal experience, the in-person guided Whisky Masterclass is definitely the way to go. The resident expert will guide you through the different whiskies as you explore their history and discover complex characteristics of some of Scotland’s finest single malts.

Golf Course
The award-winning golf course at the Woodlands Glencoe has been named the “Best 9-Hole Golf Course In Scotland” by Bunkered Magazine and “Top 50 9-Hole Golf Courses In The World” by Golf.com so is a must-visit for any golfers visiting Glencoe.

Players of all abilities are very welcome and club hire is available from our reception.

Highland Holistic
If you’re staying in one of the SeaBed Luxury Lookouts, why not boost your relaxation levels with a treatment from one of the qualified therapists at Highland Holistic? A therapist will set up at your lodge and offer a plethora of luxurious treatments from massage and facials to talking therapy. Just get in touch and let them know when you’ll be visiting.

Glencoe Leisure Centre
The leisure centre is located just five minutes from Woodlands. So why not treat yourself to an hour or two in the sauna, jacuzzi and heated swimming pool. 

The Woodlands Glencoe really are based in one of the most beautiful and exciting places in the world – and after having a look at these suggested things to see and do, i’m sure you will agree!

The Jacobite Steam Train
The Silver Sands of Morar
Western Isles Cruises Wildlife Tour
Castle Stalker
McCaig’s Tower
The SeaFood Shack
Ganavan Sands
The Oban Distillery
The Oban Chocolate Company
Nevis Range Gondola Ride
Steall Falls
The Highland Cinema
Inchree Falls