Foresters Lodge, The Croft, Polloch, Glenfinnan, Highlands, PH37 4LX

What a fantastic week had in this lovely, cosy cottage! Everything you need and scenery to die for. Mark and Amy made us very welcome and have thought of everything, lovely welcome gifts on our arrival. The jacuzzi bath and sauna are just what you need after a walk. The icing on the cake was our nightly visitors, two pine martens and very greedy badger! They do love peanuts and jam sandwiches. We hope to return again soon.

What an amazing place to stay. Lovely walks and wonderful wildlife to see. We had a very enjoyable stay at this cottage. Mark made us feel very welcome and was very informative about the area and things to watch out for. It was so nice to stay somewhere quiet and peaceful. The cottage is well equipped and although the nearest shop is 8 miles away up and over the hills the village is a delight and the shop has everything you will need for your stay. Would recommend the steam train journey to Mallaig and the boat trip to see wildlife.

We had a lovely stay at the lodge. It is a well equipped, beautifuly clean lodge in the most amazing location. Mark and Amy are wonderful hosts. The lodge includes all the kitchen equipment you will need, the bed is very comfortable and the sauna adds a touch of luxury. The lodge is an ideal location for wildlife spotting and this year we were visited by pine martins and saw barn owls flying around at night.

Fabulous week at this luxury lodge. Foresters Lodge is spotlessly clean with the most comfortable bed and well equipped throughout with TV, DVD player, sauna & spa bath. Lots of thoughtful touches throughout.

The lodge is in a secluded, peaceful location with stunning views, lots of wildlife & birds. We really enjoyed our daily visits from the Pine Martins. The hosts Mark and Amy were friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed walks from the lodge with our two springer spaniels. Great views of Loch Doilet & Loch Sheil. Further afield we visited Ardnamurchan Point, Santa Sands, Tobermory & Calgary Bay on Mull and Glenfinnan. Highly recommended for nature lovers. We have already booked a return visit.

We enjoyed the most wonderful stay at Foresters Lodge. The Lodge is well equipped and spotlessly clean.

The location is perfect, loved the feeling of being isolated and enjoyed all the wildlife along with the changing light - perfect for painting and photography. A variety of birds to entertain and of course seeing the Pine Martin so close was a treat.

There are varied walks straight from the Lodge or you can hire a bike from Mark and Amy.

Mark and Amy are wonderful hosts, a veggie box from their garden is a must as is the venison. Would also recommend buying fresh fish from the fishmonger in the village.

Wishing Mark and Amy continued success and looking forward to returning soon.

This is a wonderful lodge in a stunning location. The lodge itself was perfect; clean, comfortable, well equipped and has breathtaking views from all viewpoints. The owners Mark and Amy, who live next to the lodge, are so friendly and helpful but did not intrude on our stay. Our original booking was cancelled due to COVID-19 and Mark went out of his way to rearrange our stay. We loved the wildlife chats that we had with Mark and Amy. We were joined by the resident Pine Marten each night at tea time; watching them feed on the bird nuts from the veranda was incredible. The lodge is in the perfect location for wildlife spotting, we also saw golden eagles, white tailed eagles, seals, deer and barn owls. The lodge does have limited internet and phone access but we loved the digital detox. I would not hesitate to return to this lodge or recommend to family and friends.

We have just returned from our New Year break at the lodge. As always Mark, Amy and Alfie jnr have been fantastic hosts. The cottage has everything that you could ever want including Mark's 'little touches'..

No matter what the weather the scenery is stunning.This was our 4th visit and each time it gets harder to leave.

We arrived at the Forester’s Lodge on honeymoon, wanting to get away from it all after a busy year planning a wedding and after a fantastic bit hectic wedding day. It was the perfect place to retreat and unwind. The cottage is beautiful and better equipped than anywhere else I’ve ever stayed - we are keen cooks and were impressed by the quality of cutlery, utensils and other kitchen equipment. The whole place is cosy and warm, with a very comfy bed and sauna and jacuzzi which are such a treat. We had fun exploring the local area. The cottage is remote (requires driving over a steep mountain pass to get anywhere) and not for the faint hearted but worth it for the sense of being away from it all and the stunning scenery. Highly recommend!

Foresters Lodge is a really special place as others have said before, due to it's spectacular scenery and wonderful location. It is located in quite a remote hamlet, but if you are looking for peace and quiet away from an increasingly noisy and stressful world, then this is a great place to go. Plus, as mentioned, there is wonderful walking from the doorstep as well as an amazing mountain bike trail along Loch Shiel to the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct (a la Harry Potter train) - with the added bonus of a great cafe at the Glenfinnan Station itself in an old railway dining carriage. The lodge is extremely cosy, clean and well equipped. And the birds and wildlife all around make it a great destination - we loved the resident pine martens who visited most evenings. Incredible sightings of this rare mammal. And last but not least, Mark and Amy the owners who live next door, could not have been more friendly or helpful. We would have no hesitation recommending this property to others.

Incredibly peaceful surroundings. Amazing scenery,local walking and mountain biking opportunities abound.

Wildlife on the doorstep literally!

Face to face with a cheeky local pine martens who loves eggs!Sea eagles over the 2 lochs nearby. Great weather and not a midge in sight! Made use of the jacuzzi, used the sauna every day to ease the aches!

Worth the effort to go a few miles past Loch Lomond to escape the crowds.

Debs and I would recommend Foresters Lodge to everyone. The owners Mark and Amy were never too far away in case of help being needed.

This was our 3rd visit to the lodge. It never fails to exceed all our expectations in both the lodge itself and the stunning location. Mark and Amy always go out of their way to ensure your stay is the best it can possibly be. Mark even managed to sort out fishing on the local river and loch. Thanks again for a wonderful stay. Until next time...

Stunning location and lodge with a secluded location. A real retreat from the world with beautiful walks, lochs, beaches and forests, and wildlife.

Mark was very helpful with any questions on the area and went out of his way to help us with a puncture, contacting and booking us in to a garage.

The cottage is very cosy and the jacuzzi was great after long walks. Daily visits from the resident pine Martin, and spotted many red deer, eagles amongst many other bird life. Very peaceful and relaxing but also lots of local information and maps available for days out. Best to bring your main groceries with you or stop off at Fort WIlliam for a big shop, local shops have most essentials though. The only thing we would say was we felt limited to eating out so best to do your homework and check the times!

Thank you Mark and Amy for making our stay so memorable!

Foresters Lodge is a magical place to go, the lodge itself is DEFINATELY LUXURY, Mark and Amy are the perfect hosts and have paid so much attention to detail, we went to relax for a week and that was exactly what we got, the views are stunning,lots of walks and a sauna & spa bath to relax in at the end of the day. Although we went at the beginning of April we had a week of glorious weather, coffee on the terrace in the morning & dinner at night. There is constant wild life and the pine martin paid a visit every evening, on the days we were not walking we went to Mallaig, Ardnamurchan Distillery and then the lighthouse also Glenfinnan which is a must. We couldnt fault this week and came away feeling relaxed & refreshed. Thank you Mark & Amy, will definately be back.

Spent a week at this fabulous lodge. So beautiful, peaceful and uplifting. The lodge itself was immaculate with everything you could need to make your stay blissful, with extra little touches such as coffee/tea facilities on hand in the bedroom, individual shampoos and bathwash, gifts for our arrival and oh the sauna! There is even food available for late arrivals, something I have never seen before in holiday accomodation, extremely thoughtful. I have stayed in many places in Scotland but this far exceeds anywhere else. The surroundings are glorious and if you want peace, calmness and beauty look no further. The owners Mark and Amy were so helpful but totally unobtrusive so you hardly knew they were there. Plenty of walks close by and lots to see and do around this spectacular area. I fell in love with the place as soon as we arrived and was extremely sad to leave. The pine martens visiting every night was the icing on the cake! A beautiful, well thought out, warm, cosy lodge, with a beautiful bed so I slept like a log all week, it is definately top of my list now. Thank you Mark and Amy.

Beautiful peaceful place to stay, amy and mark had thought of every detail everything you need is there and more. Great walks for the dog from the lodge door and the sauna and jacuzzi bath were brilliant for relaxing. Visits from the pine Martin made great viewing in the evening.

We have just returned from the lodge having spent our second Christmas there. It is absolutely fantastic and that's not just Mark's Mince Pies!! The lodge has everything you possibly would need for your stay and more.

Mark and Amy (not forgetting Alfie Jnr) go out of their way to make sure your stay is extra special, whether this is their wonderful welcome basket or their local knowledge of where to walk or what to see. The location is so isolated and beautiful yet Strontian is only 20 minutes away. Thank you.

Having just returned we have booked for another week in May, which won't come soon enough.

This place was an absolute gem of a find, not only does it offer the beauty and wilderness of this outstanding part of Scotland to explore but has a truly cosy and pampering feel to it. The attention to detail that mark and Amy have put into it along with personal touches make this cottage a home away from home with added luxury. The sauna and jacuzzi were perfect to unwind in after spending the day hiking the various and plentiful walks.

Mark also hires mountain bikes out from here at a sensible rate and provides the helmets and locks also. During our stay my wife and I saw deer, eagles and even a pine marten that came up to the veranda of the cabin. If you want a romantic, unforgettable getaway in a beautiful part of the highlands with lots to see and do but with privacy and seclusion then this place is a must. Also a special note of thanks to Mark and Amy for their invaluable information on the surrounding area and for making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. 5 stars.

Hosts were very helpful throughout our stay including arranging bike hire. They respected our privacy but were always on hand if needed. Warm, well equipped property with added treats on arrival. Fantastic walks from the door in a stunning peaceful setting. If you love nature, wildlife and a quiet holiday then Foresters lodge is ideal.

The foresters lodge is a total haven! It is so peaceful and the scenery is breath taking. So much wildlife to see and if you like walking/cycling then this place is for you. Owners marl and Amy are so lovely and very helpful always on hand if required

Can honestly say our stay at Foresters Lodge was fantastic.The accommodation was excellent, spotlessly clean and really well equipped.Mark and Amy had thought of everything from leaving maps,information leaflets to putting fresh flowers around the lodge. They made us feel really welcome and were more than happy to tell us all about the area recommending things to do and places to visit. It is such a beautiful area and I would fully recommend it to anyone wanting total peace and tranquility. Just as we thought it couldn't get any better, we had a guest appearance from two Pine Martens, an adult and its Kit. What a treat! We don't usually return to the same place twice, but this is an exception. Thank you so much Mark and Amy, can't wait to return.

We found the Lodge by happy accident and after a fabulous week, I think we were meant to. What a magnficent spot, one of the last wilderness areas in Scotland and stunningly beautiful. Perfect peace and quiet. Mark and Amy have created a wonderfully comfortable and luxurious cabin,spotlessly clean, every comfort catered for, we wanted for nothing. Warm and friendly welcome and a wealth of knowledge, freely shared, about the locale. We had a couple of day trips out in the car but were perfectly content to stay "home" and explore on foot or by cycle. Even on the two rainy days, we were more than comfortable and made use of the sauna ( though not the jacuzzi bath) Wildlife enthusiasts paradise...we went nowhere without binoculars. Didn't need them for the pine marten though as it was only four feet away! We are planning our next trip already, can't wait to come again.

WHAT A GEM. Couldn't have wished for a nicer place to have a weeks break, Lovely and quiet, the lodge was sparkly clean, with everything you needed and more. The best of all places to relax and unwind.

It is true what they say that you book your next holiday within 12 hours of one finishing, so today we have been trying to figure out when we can next get to Foresters Lodge. We were looking for a complete get away where Duncan could paint landscapes and I could walk and get some much needed escape from life. Well we had that and so much more at Foresters Lodge. We left totally refreshed and ready to face the next few weeks, we ruined it slightly by a night clubbing in Glasgow and a journey back to wales through the snow. Peaceful beyond belief, comfortable and compact with wildlife literally at the door, the Pine Martin got more daring as the week went on. If you want a complete Highland get away then look no further. Arthur the dog had an amazing time too!

We have just spent a week in the idyllic Foresters Lodge, nestled in the remote and peaceful Polloch. From the onset Mark was incredible helpful and friendly and made us feel right at home. The lodge is beautiful with stunning views from every window and the add delights of the jacuzzi bath and sauna. Both were highly valuable after a day in the Scottish rain! The location is incredible - away from everyone and everything. The lodge is really well equipped with a great kitchen and a good variety of books and films for those very rainy days! If you are wanting to explore a beautiful part of the world, come very close to nature (we saw the resident pine Martin and 4 eagles) and relax and switch off this is the place for you! A perfect mix of comfort, relaxation and wilderness!!

A lovely, recently built lodge with the perfect amount of space for two. It's nicely furnished and the kitchen and bathroom in particular were spotless on arrival. The kitchen contained all the essentials, including dishwasher tablets!

The jacuzzi bath and sauna were a particular highlight - perfect after a day out walking.

Although there's no TV signal there is a good selection of DVDs and board games. There is wifi but we found the speed would only allow slow web browsing at best (so no Netflix!) but this is to be expected with such a beautifully remote location!

Mark and Amy are incredibly friendly, even offering to drive us to the nearby restaurant so we could both drink (for a small fee). They left a personal touch with a lovely welcome card and treats wishing us well on our honeymoon. They also give lots of information on what to do in the area which was very helpful.

Would highly recommend Foresters Lodge and will definitely return in the future.

Lovely place to stay, well away from it all in a very quiet and peaceful location. Felt very remote, which it was - no tv, phone signal, WiFi! For an IT person like me it was a real challenge at first, but I loved the quiet, and after a couple of days I really chilled out. I read loads. Perfect place for a couple and a dog (not ideal for kids and too small - only 1 double bedroom).

The lodge is very well equipped, with sauna, large spa bath, shower etc. There is a tv and DVD player with a good movie selection. Owners are very friendly and helpful (they live in a stone cottage next door) but left us alone to enjoy the tranquillity. We took our dog Jet and he loved it too.

Only issue for me was being a 20 minute drive over the mountain to get to the nearest shop or pub (in Strontian) but as long as you take all the stuff you need, it's not a big problem.

Plenty to do in the area, just not enough time to it all. Ardnamurchan distillery a must.

Fantastic holiday! Super location, very friendly, great lodge, very clean. The owners had thought of all the small details to make it feel like home. Lots of wildlife - feeding station in front of the lodge & a seal hide on a local loch. Lots of good walks, & peace & quiet. Fully recommend!

This is a beautiful lodge in a tranquil setting, ideal for nature lovers. Accommodation is perfect for a couple. We stayed for a week to celebrate our silver anniversary and could not have been happier with our choice. Mark and Amy were friendly and welcoming, while also respecting guests’ privacy. There are many lovely walks around Loch Shiel and Loch Doilart, and mountain bikes can be hired at the lodge. As others have noted, there’s no TV reception, and you might need to drive to Stontian (8 miles) for mobile signal and fast wifi. No problem if you’re prepared though. We loved Forester’s Lodge, and would recommend it highly.