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Location and Local Information

Travel Links & Parking

A 5-minute drive from Lochwinnoch train station, with regular services to Glasgow Central in under 40 minutes.
Glasgow International Airport is just 10 miles away, and Prestwick Airport around 25 miles, both easily reached via the nearby M8 motorway.
We have parking available on site for both the cottage and Dome and an electric vehicle charger is available.

Ferry Connections

Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal (approx. 35 minutes by car) for sailings to the Isle of Bute
Gourock Ferry Terminal (~40 minutes) provides crossings to Dunoon & Cowal Peninsula
Ardrossan Harbour (~50 min) serves ferries to the Isle of Arran
These make island trips easy to reach from our base.

Shops and Cafes

The village main street hosts a range of delightful shops and cafés:

Shrubs to Suds – a charming gift shop and artisan soapery
The Green Herbalist – zero‑waste essentials, eco produce, fresh juices & more.
The Wee Shop – with plenty varieties of sweets, artisan rolls, free‑range eggs & ice lollies.
Cucina Minucci at The Junction Café – family‑run, dog‑friendly bistro with home‑baked cakes and good coffee.
Castle Semple Café by the loch, ideal for a coffee and cake or refreshments
Lynnes Deli
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Pubs and Places to eat

Lochwinnoch’s cozy pubs offer some country charm with good food:

The Brown Bull (Main Street) – offers rotating real ales, a beer garden and live music.
The Three Churches Inn (Church Street) – dog‑friendly with a kids' menu, a beer garden, events, and warm hospitality.
The Corner Bar (High Street) – traditional bar with a snug vibe and friendly locals.
The Boat House Bar & Restaurant, just outside the village, offers a refined menu, dairy‑free & gluten‑free options, lovely décor, and great views.
La Dolce Vita Chip Shop (High Street) - award winning village chippy ideal for a quick fix takeaway or delivery.

Nature, Cycling & Outdoor Activities

Castle Semple Loch sits within Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, offering watersports, paddleboarding, sailing and scenic trails.
The RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve is a short walk from the village centre with bird hides, family trails and an interpreter centre.
National Cycle Route 7 follows the old railway line straight through Lochwinnoch—ideal for walkers and cyclists alike, connecting you to scenic Parkhill Woods.