The quaint and peaceful village of Aberfoyle is located in Central Scotland. Covered with lush greenery, it serves as the southern gateway to the Trossachs for motor borne vacationers. Aberfoyle has a lot to offer, from scenic landscapes to great historic
heritage comprising of age old buildings, museums and cathedrals. During peak season time, the village swarms with people who make wonderful
Aberfoyle vacation rentals as their base to explore this charming area.
Before you take a self guided tour of Aberfoyle, make sure to visit the tourist information office run by Visit Scotland, which is located in the heart of tow Aberfoyle Golf Club . It offers free information, sells souvenirs and acts as a booking office for many of the local
Aberfoyle accommodations. From Aberfoyle, you can visit the stunning Loch Lomond, which contains several tear drop islands including Inchmurrin, the largest fresh water island in the British Isles. You can enjoy an array of water sports ranging from sailing, surfing, kayaking, and fishing or simply take a long stroll along the lake while admiring the breathtaking vistas of the surrounding landscape hugging it. If you are a golf aficionado then make your way to the Loch Lomond Golf Club, situated on the western shore of the lake, which has hosted many international events including the Scottish Open. Other leisure activities on the Loch include cruises from the town of Balloch, operated by Sweeney's Cruises. Just three miles from Aberfoyle is the beautiful lake of Menteith where you can see the tranquil ruins of Inchmahome Priory standing on an island. Another worth exploring attraction is the Trossachs National Park where you can feast your eyes to incredible facets of nature. Tumbling streams, verdant forests and windswept moorland and an exotic variety of wildlife will greet you at every turn as you travel through The Trossachs. Aberfoyle provides an easy access to the historic town of
Stirling and Killearn.
There is a wonderful assortment of restaurants in Aberfoyle, which serve a tantalizing array of sumptuous Scottish as well as international fare to cater to every palate and pocket. There are many small joints around
vacation rentals in Aberfoyle Scotland where you can enjoy local drinks and treat your palate to traditional delights while socializing with locals. Apart from great dining options, it also boasts of several fabulous pubs where you can sip the finest Scottish beers and other world famous alcoholic beverages. For those who are crazy about shopping can browse through lively shops of Aberfoyle and its nearby villages where one can buy unique gifts for every occasion- for friends, wedding, birthdays and Christmas etc.