The cabin is only a short walk from the shore of Loch Awe, where tremendous views across the water and of the landscape beyond are to be enjoyed. The waters are home to many fish, including pike, perch, char, and perhaps most notably, brown trout, for which the loch holds the record for the largest ever caught in the British Isles. Salmon fishing is available on the River Awe. 

 

There is also a great deal of history to be discovered on the loch, including Innis Chonnell - the original stronghold of the Clan Campbell, dating back to the 13th century, or possibly earlier - and the remnants of several crannogs (man-made islands).    

 

The Inverliever Forest, part of the Barnaline Estate, contains many lovely walks. These include the nearby Barnaline Oakwood Trail and Avich Falls Trail, which take you through ancient oak woods and tall conifers. A short walk from the cabin are the spectacular Avich Falls, these being the standout feature of the River Avich, which flows down the glacial valley from Loch Avich to Loch Awe.

 

The park, the loch and nearby forest, is a tremendous place for encountering and enjoying nature. The area is home to some of Scotland’s most notable wildlife. The pine marten, red squirrel, osprey, golden eagle, sea eagle, red, roe and sika deer, and otter, are all commonly seen in the area, though it is fair to say that spotting some of these does require a degree of patience!