Venachar Lochside Restaurant, Sauna & Weddings
Nestled in the Trossachs, this venue offers stunning loch views, unique sauna experiences, and exquisite dining, perfect for weddings and escapes.
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Venachar Lochside Restaurant, Sauna & Weddings
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Must-see attractions
Nestled in the Trossachs, this venue offers stunning loch views, unique sauna experiences, and exquisite dining, perfect for weddings and escapes.
"This hidden retreat offers an unforgettable experience with wild saunas, loch swimming, and fine dining."
Book Events in Advance
Due to high demand, especially for weddings, booking well in advance is strongly recommended.
Embrace the Outdoors
Enjoy on-site activities like sauna sessions and wild swimming, with stunning loch views.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Scottish
Price
$$$
Phone
+44 1877 381442
Address
Venachar Lochside, Callander, FK17 8HP, United Kingdom
Website
venachar-lochside.com/Highlights
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Breathtaking Lochside Wedding Venue
A stunning chalet-style venue in Trossachs National Park, offering unparalleled views for unforgettable weddings and events.
Wild Sauna & Loch Swimming
Experience rejuvenation with a wild sauna session followed by a refreshing dip in the clear, peaceful waters of Loch Venachar.
Exceptional Food & Service
Indulge in delicious, high-praise cuisine and experience attentive, friendly service that caters to every request.
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Book Events in Advance
Due to high demand, especially for weddings, booking well in advance is strongly recommended.
Embrace the Outdoors
Enjoy on-site activities like sauna sessions and wild swimming, with stunning loch views.
Seasonal Visits Recommended
Consider visiting during spring or autumn for pleasant weather and the most picturesque scenery.
Explore Local Dining
Discover other excellent eateries in the surrounding countryside for a varied culinary experience.
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Book Events in Advance
Due to high demand, especially for weddings, booking well in advance is strongly recommended.
Embrace the Outdoors
Enjoy on-site activities like sauna sessions and wild swimming, with stunning loch views.
Seasonal Visits Recommended
Consider visiting during spring or autumn for pleasant weather and the most picturesque scenery.
Explore Local Dining
Discover other excellent eateries in the surrounding countryside for a varied culinary experience.
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Venachar Lochside is lauded for its breathtaking location, exceptional service, and delicious food, making it a top choice for weddings and special occasions. Guests rave about the attentive staff and the high quality of the cuisine, with many calling it the best wedding food they've ever had. While generally praised, some reviewers noted occasional slow service and that portion sizes might be considered smaller, focusing on quality over quantity.
"We got married in May 2023 and we couldn't praise the staff and venue more for an absolute dream weekend for myself, husband, our friends and family.
Everything ran smoothly and the bar/food staff couldn't have been more kind! Nothing was too much for anyone and the service was exceptional! Even when they were low on my husbands drink of choice, they made a trip to a shop to stock up! The food was delicious with guests saying the best food they've had at any wedding.
The venue was absolutely beautiful and everyone had an amazing time! The venue doesn't need much decor but Sue couldn't have been more helpful to make our vision come alive and work alongside our vendors. She even foraged for greenery the morning of our wedding for some stair decor. Our main fear was the venue would be too small however the upstairs allowed mingling and chatting whilst downstairs the dance floor was never empty and people mingled between the decking and indoors.
We organised a second day with the venue as our vision was to spend our first day as a married couple with our friends and family again, hearing all about their day and of course on our paddle boards and kayaks! They couldn't have been more supportive of this and we agreed a barbecue would be the perfect day 2 for our wedding with deck games and water activities.
From booking, planning and to the wedding weekend itself, it was an absolute dream! Couldn't recommend this venue more!
Mr&Mrs Hill!"
Sarah Grigor
"Came for a sauna session and it was absolutely lovely - staff very welcoming and friendly and sauna and view over the loch was lovely and it great to go for a dip in the loch while using the sauna. Absolutely stunning location and very peaceful. Had a couple delicious iced lattes as well! Wonderful experience 😀"
Cam Clark
"Lovely place for a wedding. Food was amazing. Nice setup with food upstairs and entertainment downstairs. Dance floor could have been bigger for a Scottish wedding but still good."
Robert Campbell
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It's renowned as a stunning wedding venue with incredible loch views, a wild sauna and swimming experience, and a highly-praised restaurant.
Yes, you can book a wild sauna session which can be combined with open water swimming in the loch.
Absolutely. It's a popular choice for weddings and events due to its beautiful setting and excellent food and service.
Yes, the restaurant is noted for being very accommodating of dietary requirements, including gluten-free needs.
Information on specific opening times can be found by checking their official website or social media channels.
No, it's conveniently located less than an hour's drive from both Glasgow and Edinburgh.
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Venachar Lochside is ideally situated for those wishing to escape from it all on their big day and embrace some Highland-style nature without having to trek further north for hours. It is less than an hour from Edinburgh and Glasgow. Located in the tranquil Trossachs National Park, it offers a remote chalet-style building for a perfect wedding day.
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Other exceptional eateries dotted about the local countryside include Venachar Lochside, The Woodhouse, the Lake of Menteith Hotel, the Cross Keys in Kippen, the original Loch Fyne Oysters and more.
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For a taste of Scotland in gorgeous Victorian surrounds, head to Ingram Wynd. They do some good value lunch and pre-theatre deals, or order off their A La Carte menu.
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