Magnificent
Loch Eck just
over 6 miles long and 67 feet above sea level, scythes through the centre of
the Cowal Peninsula, surrounded by
high, forested hills.
The loch epitomises Cowal - rugged and spectacular but at
the same time peaceful, where you can while away the hours, and with our own private beach, our motor / rowing boats are
always ready to go exploring. We are the only place on the Loch that offers people the opportunity to hire a boat and explore this very special spot.
During the summer months our boats are often booked up, so
it is always advisable to pre-book. We use large open clinker style boats
that seat 8 people comfortably. If hiring a motor boat, the engines are small outboards with tiller
controls, so even if you have never used a boat before, you can be assured that
after you are given full tuition and buoyancy aids, you will be more than
capable of exploring the beauty of the Loch from the tranquillity of the water.
Loch Eck has many many small beaches along its shore lines, so you may even want
to moor up and explore some of the forest and hills accessible only by boat.
*Please note that if hiring boat
and oars, it is not possible to bring your own engine.
Motor Boat Hire Boat and Oars only*
Half Day
: £30.00 (4
hours) Half Day : £15.00 (4 hours)
Full Day
: £50.00 (8
hours) Full Day : £20.00 (8 hours)
Hourly :
£15.00
Hourly : £5.00
Being one of only 2 places on the Loch with riperian fishing rights, and biding by the old Scottish bylaws where even fish get a rest on Sundays! Fishing permits are available from us.
The
Fishing season commences on the 1st of May until the 31st October, and a very
old bylaw still exists whereby the Loch
cannot be fished on a Sunday which is abided to, despite disgruntled fishermen!
Because of Loch Ecks unique status - it is the only Loch in Scotland where you will find Powan
and
Arctic Charr, together with Sea Trout and Salmon - anglers are prohibited from
introducing any form of "live bait" into the Loch, and also prohibited from fishing for the
Arctic Charr and Powan.
Fishing
permits are available from The Coylet Inn and are £5.00 per rod.
