Recent reviews Gigha
[marmaladecat, 23/04/2010] I had a great stay at Gigha Hotel, April 2010. The rate for single occupancy was very reasonable, the room well appointed and clean, and had a fantastic sea view from both windows over to Kintyre. Breakfasts were excellent with a choice of full cooked Scottish breakfast, full cooked vegetarian breakfast, and other options such as Kintyre Kippers or Haddock Omelette, all with lovely local toasted bread. The Hotel also has a bar, and provides tasty lunches and dinners for those who wish them. Everyone in the hotel (and indeed on the island) were friendly and helpful. There is a lovely safe
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[weetoon, 07/12/2007] The Boat House is a delightful entrée to the Isle of Gigha. Alighting from the ferry from Tayinloan, visitors make their way along the short walk to Gigha's only village. 100 yards from the village and its couthy wee Post Office, and bordering a small jetty, lies the Boat House.
Run by Joe Teale and partner, the Boat House has recently expanded with additional funding provided by The Prince's Scottish Youth Business Trust, offering visitors freshly produced food, excellent coffee and a licensed bar.
What marks out the Boat House is the friendly service, combined with the great food (check ou
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[weetoon, 07/12/2007] Since 2001, Gigha has had its very own music festival in September which is always a sell-out event. CalMac (the name given in Scotland to Caledonian MacBrayne, the ferry company) puts on extra ferries and many people camp near the boathouse for the weekend to enjoy the traditional music on offer and soak up the unique atmosphere.
The day brings music, with usually the local pipe bands, but also other musicians from further afield. There are a number of stalls where one can buy produce or craft made locally, or enjoy a massage. Many people take advantage of the being on the island to go a
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[weetoon, 07/12/2007] Achamore Gardens were started by Sir James Horlicks (of malted drink fame) in 1945. After his death, they were in the care of the National Trust, but since the community buy-out, the Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust owns them. A nice short stroll away from the ferry terminal the gardens are very luxuriant, thanks to the clemency of the climate on the island. They are famed particularly for their extensive collection of rhododendrons. If you go in spring, you will be assailed by a palette of vivid or subtle colours that would keep a Monet painting for many years. But let me start at the start.
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[weetoon, 07/12/2007] The Gigha hotel is lovely. I have personal experience of this as we had our wedding reception here. It wasn't a grand affair, as there were only 8 of us, but we were very well looked after. The food is really excellent, using the local produce to its full potential. The menu usually offers such delights as prawns, clams and lobsters caught by the local fishermen, Scottish lamb and beef and the local Gigha cheese. This is also available to non-residents. The hotel also proposes breakfast to non-residents, which must be popular with the numerous yachters (not sure if there is such a word, but yo
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[weetoon, 17/11/2006] I feel quite nervous about writing this review as I really want to do the place justice. It has a very special place in my heart, but I am afraid that, as I describe it, you will think "what's the big deal". You see Gigha (pronounce gee-a with a hard 'G'), is an island of subtle charms, a connoisseur's choice, an acquired taste. No flashy shops here, no restaurant upon restaurant, and certainly no night-clubs. Instead... Well I don't want to jump the gun; you will have to read on.
So how do I get there?
Gigha is situated on the west coast of Scotland, three miles west of the Kintyre p
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[weetoon, 10/11/2006] The island of Gigha (pronounce gee - a) really is a beautiful place. My family and I often go there for the day and the only way to travel, unless you have your own boat, is to take the Caledonian MacBrayne (or CalMac as they are known around here) ferry.
This is a very informal affair, and all you do is turn up roughly 10 minutes before the next sailing and wait (see times below). If you want to take the car, you just line up in the numbered spaces, if not, there is ample room to park. Admire the beauty that surrounds you while you wait, and remember to use the loo as I am not sure this is
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