Around Fort William there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities including
golf, pony trekking, trout fishing, as well as walking, climbing, canoeing, sailing
and of course winter skiing.
The cottage is within walking distance of the River Lochy, and its salmon fishing (permit required).
We are only 3 miles from the location for the annual U.C.I. Mountain Bike World Cup.
There are lots of events throughout the year and Highland Games in the summer.
As for touring and sightseeing, you are spoilt for choice in every direction.
Discover the Road to the Isles - the scenic journey from Fort William to Mallaig.
Either take your car (45 miles) or relax on the steam train which runs throughout the summer.
This area has been used as a filming location for movies such as Harry Potter, Highlander, Braveheart and Local Hero. Enjoy sandy beaches such as the Sands of Morar with views to the Small Isles.
At Glenfinnan you can see the famous viaduct, Bonnie Prince Charlie monument and
National Trust for Scotland visitor centre. From here you can also take a cruise on Loch Shiel.
Mallaig is the ferry point for the Isle of Skye which is easy to visit from Janny's Cottage in a day. This magical island has much to offer - mountains, castles, a whisky distillery, boat trips and more.
Take the other route to Skye (via Loch Lochy, Loch Cluanie and the mountains of Kintail) and you will pass photogenic Eilean Donan Castle (used in numerous films including James Bond!).
Drive north-east about 30 miles and you will reach the southern tip of Loch Ness. Boat trips to spot the monster are available! Continue on past the ruins of Urquhart Castle to Inverness if you wish to visit the capital city of the Highlands.
To the south of Fort William, take the road to Oban (50 miles) and there's much to view on the way - Glencoe, castles, gardens and the Sea Life centre. Or why not take the little ferry from Port Appin to visit the Isle of Lismore for a day?
Alternatively, take the Corran ferry (10 minutes south of Fort William) over to the Ardnamurchan peninsula which is a wonderful remote paradise to explore.
You will never be short of things to do!
