West Dunbartonshire
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West Dunbartonshire is a council area in west central Scotland, bounded by the River Clyde to the south and encompassing much of the eastern shore of Loch Lomond. The landscape ranges from lowland river valleys to the foothills of the Highlands, with Loch Lomond dominating the geography and character of the region.
Where to stay in West Dunbartonshire
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Self-catering cottages and converted properties are available throughout the area, many positioned on or near Loch Lomond's shore. Blairhosh Cottage is a detached cottage for four on the loch, highly rated by previous guests. Other options include Duck Bay Cottage 1 and Duck Bay Cottage 2, three-bedroom cottages on Loch Lomond's shoreline, Fernbank Lodge, a two-bedroom cottage also on the loch's bank, and St Ronan's Place, a three-bedroom barn conversion near the water. Ardvenhor and Cambusmoon Apartment offer four-bedroom and two-bedroom accommodation respectively in the Loch Lomond area.
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Dumbain Farm Bed & Breakfast
Balloch, Dunbartonshire
from £95/night
Woodvale
Drymen Road, Balloch
Gowanlea Guest House
Drymen Road, Balloch
Norwood Guesthouse Loch Lomond
60 Balloch Road, Balloch
Innkeepers Lodge Loch Lomond
The Balloch House, Balloch
Bellavista
Fisherwood Road Off Balloch Rd, Balloch
Tullie Inn
Balloch Road, Balloch
Anchorage Guest House
31 Balloch Road, Balloch
Things to Do in West Dunbartonshire
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Attractions Near West Dunbartonshire
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1 mi
Balloch Castle Country Park
Loch Lomond · ⭐ 4.5
1 mi
Loch Lomond Bird Of Prey Centre
Alexandria · ⭐ 4.7
1 mi
SEA LIFE Loch Lomond
Alexandria · ⭐ 4.5
2 mi
Vale of Leven Swimming Pool
Alexandria · ⭐ 4.3
5 mi
The Meadow Leisure Centre
Dumbarton · ⭐ 4.2
5 mi
Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve
Loch Lomond · ⭐ 4.8
5 mi
Scottish Maritime Museum- Dumbarton
Dumbarton · ⭐ 4.4
5 mi
Unit 23 Skatepark
Dumbarton · ⭐ 4.7
Camping in West Dunbartonshire
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Self-Catering Cottages in West Dunbartonshire(7)
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Blairhosh Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £373
Ardvenhor
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,246
Cambusmoon Apartment
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £597
Duck Bay Cottage 2
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,671
Duck Bay Cottages - Duck Bay Cottage 1
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,671
Fernbank Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £884
St Ronan’s Place
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £777
Common questions about West Dunbartonshire
How many holiday cottages are there in West Dunbartonshire?
We list 7 self-catering cottages in and around West Dunbartonshire.
Can I take a dog to a holiday cottage in West Dunbartonshire?
Yes — 5 of the 7 West Dunbartonshire cottages we list allow pets.
Are there large holiday cottages in West Dunbartonshire for groups?
Yes — the largest cottage we list in West Dunbartonshire sleeps 8.
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