Holiday homes & rentals in Tarbet

The small Scottish village of Tarbet enjoys an enviable location on the western shores of Loch Lomond. Situated in the heart of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, visitors enjoy unparalleled levels of fresh air, unspoilt natural scenery and outdoor activities. Accommodation options in this small village are surprisingly diverse. Self-catering accommodation includes all types of holiday cottages, from traditional stone houses to farmhouses, large family homes and cosy apartments.

Many accommodation options offer spectacular views of Lake Lomond or Lake Long, including bankside holiday cottages and purpose-built lodges. Visitors to Tarbet can also choose from charming guest houses or family-run B&B's.

Reaching Tarbet by Rail, Road or Air

Despite feeling incredibly secluded and peaceful, it's relatively easy to travel to your accommodation in Tarbet, from anywhere in the world.

Visitors can travel by air to Glasgow International Airport, or by rail to Glasgow Central. From either of these it's easy to transfer to Glasgow Queens Street Station, where there is a direct rail service to Tarbet. Trains arrive at the Arrochar and Tarbet Railway Station in just over one hour, on what is often claimed to be one of the most scenic railway journeys in the world. The station is a short walk from the centre of the village.

Those arriving by car from Edinburgh or the South should travel to Glasgow (via M8/M74) and then take the A82 directly to Tarbet.

Enjoying the Great Outdoors: Family Adventures in Tarbet

The terrain surrounding Tarbet, including the Arrochar Alps, are perfect for families who enjoy hiking or cycling. Those with older children, or those looking for more of a challenge perhaps, might want to attempt Ben Lomond, a 974-metre peak located on the other side of Lake Lomond.

Pony trekking and aerial tree adventures are also popular outdoor activities for families, whilst the Loch Lomond Birds of Prey and Sea Life Centres make for great days out.

With a good choice of accommodation located by the water's edge, it's easy to get the best out of both Loch Lomond and Loch Long, whether you want to try out paddle-boarding, canoeing, kayaking, fishing or perhaps a spot of sailing. You might want to grab a pleasure cruise from Tarbet Pier with the family, these vintage-style cruises have been running since the Victorian era.

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