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The Waverley
Whilst staying at the Bothy, take a trip on the Waverley - the last sea going paddle steamer in the world!
Colintraive Community Garden
Colintraive Community Garden is hidden away behind the Village Hall. Do make time to visit it.
Argyll Coffee
Argyll Coffee is an award winning young company right here on the Secret Coast. Their coffee is available to all Loch Riddon Bothy guests.
Caol Ruadh Sculpture Park
Take a trip to Caol Ruadh Sculpture Park during your stay at Loch Riddon Bothy. It’s now open for the 2023 season!
The Kyles of Bute Viewpoint
Directly opposite Loch Riddon Bothy is a spectacular viewpoint which should definitely be on everyone’s itinerary!
The Polytunnel
Loch Riddon Bothy is situated in a garden which includes a polytunnel. From June onwards fresh produce is available to Bothy guests.
Kilmodan Carved Stones
The Kilmodan Stones are beautifully engraved memorials from the late medieval period and are less than a 10 minute drive from Loch Riddon Bothy
The Hayshed Gallery
This week’s blog is an overview of the wonderful Hayshed Gallery over at Tighnabruaich. Future posts will focus on the individuals involved in this collaboration
Favourite Walks - 2
A walk which starts about 2 miles from Loch Riddon Bothy. It goes to the remains of an ancient chapel with stunning views on the way.
Mount Stuart
The amazing and unique Mount Stuart on the Isle of Bute with its extravagant interiors, is only 45 minutes drive from Loch Riddon Bothy