What's on location

Strathyre, Scotland

What you'll find on location at Strathyre, Scotland

Things to do on location

With 45 well-spaced Classic cabins, stretching along the western shore of Loch Lubnaig, Strathyre is an idyllic location. You will find Golden Oak or Silver Birch cabins, and of course popular with couples the Golden Oak Hideaway. The heart of Strathyre is the Forest Retreat where you’ll find many amenities, here you can meet the Forest Ranger, book activities, and hire bikes.

Forest Retreat

The Forest Retreat, at the heart of our Strathyre location has everything you need to make your holiday special. The friendly team are on hand to book activities and offer help and advice. You can enjoy freshly cooked meals and snacks in the warm, inviting café or relax over a drink at the bar. The Forest Retreat is stocked full of everyday essentials, holiday luxuries, and souvenirs. 

Vehicle Charging Point

There are 2 electric vehicle charging points available on location at Strathyre. Do not use extension leads to charge your vehicle from a cabin socket - this is not permitted as it can cause fires, circuit overload and loss of power to your cabin or the entire location.

  • Inside the cafe and restaurant area at Strathyre, Forest Holidays

    Restaurant, bar and café

    Our restaurant at Strathyre is open from 9am for all-day dining. Choose from breakfast, brunch, small plates or British classics, with draught beers, cocktails and a full wine list to complement your meal. With an outdoor seating area, it’s just the spot to sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of the forest.

    We also offer a takeaway menu, so you can have your favourites delivered to enjoy in the comfort of your cabin. Simply pop in and order with us or place an online order from your cabin. Then sit back while we take care of the cooking and deliver your meal right to your cabin door.

    Inside the shop area at Strathyre, Forest Holidays

    Shop

    In the shop at Strathyre, you will find all the essentials you need during your stay, from essential groceries to souvenirs to take home. We sell a range of groceries, toiletries, beverages and of course souvenirs to remind you of your forest adventure. Please note that our usual opening times are 9am – 8:00pm. 

    Good to know

    We're cashless in the Forest Retreat! We only take card payments, so please make sure you pack your cards or have your smartphone wallet enabled.

Toy animals in the forest
Indoor activity
Build a Forest Friend

Girl exploring nature
From £7.95
Elvis Owl Nature Trail

Forest Survival
Forest Survival

Guided Woodland Walk
Guided Woodland Walk

Children playing in the forest
5-10 years
Mini Forest Rangers

A forest ranger and children on an activity in the forest
2-4 years
Little Wild Ones

Nature by Night
Sept - March
Nature by Night

Pottery painting
Available daily
Pottery painting

Foam clay activity
Available daily
Foam clay activity

8 years+
Archery

Canoeing on Loch Lomond
June - October
Canoeing

10 years+
Axe throwing

Stand up paddleboarding
June - August
Stand up paddleboarding

Spa break at Forest Holidays
In-cabin experience
Spa treatments

Guests on a bike ride at Forest Holidays

Pre-book your bikes online so they are ready on arrival

Adult break bike hire from £32

Child break bike hire from £28

Bike hire is available at Strathyre, please visit the Forest Retreat and speak to a member of the team. The National Cycling Route 7 goes straight past our cabins and offers miles of relatively easy off-road cycling along the old railway route. With lochs, waterfalls, forests, and rivers along the route, there are lots of places to enjoy a picnic and a rest.

Paw-fect treats to get tails wagging

Pick up the ulti-mutt in doggy dining with Sir Woofchester’s dog menu

Paw star dog 'martini'

Fish & chips dog bowl

Treat pots

Sir Woofchesters dinner dog bowls
Roast dinner dog bowl

Bark brew dog 'beer'

  • Bug hotel at Forest Holidays, Strathyre location

    Bug hotel and wildlife

    At Strathyre there is a bug hotel, attracting lots of bugs and insects. This means they can pollinate our flowers and keep unwanted pests to a minimum like aphids and slugs.

    Loch Venachar and The Trossachs National Park

    Scotland trails

    There are lots of scenic walks direct from your cabin. Park the car for the duration of your break, put on your walking boots, and enjoy the views this location has to offer. The Rob Roy Way passes our cabins at Strathyre taking you along a 7km trail up to Callander. You pass by the Falls of Leny, encounter an ancient Roman Fort and skirt the banks of the River Teith before arriving in Callander for refreshments.

Exterior view of the Forest Retreat building at Strathyre, Forest Holidays
Exterior view of the Forest Retreat building at Strathyre, Forest Holidays
Inside the reception area at Strathyre, Forest Holidays
Inside the cafe area at Strathyre, Forest Holidays
Forest Retreat at Ardgartan, Argyll
Children's play area at Ardgartan Argyll
Outside decking area at Argyll, Forest Holidays
Outside seating area at Argyll, Forest Holidays

Looking to book a self-catering UK staycation?

With so much to see and do in Scotland, our cabins at Strathyre offer a welcome retreat for families, groups and couples. Unwind from day-to-day life and make wonderful memories with your loved ones. Give yourself something to look forward to with a self-catering break at Strathyre. 

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