…stunning scenery…and that warm light from the window to return to…

Look at the picture alongside this ‘natter’. I’ll bet that’s a good indication of what people who have visited Gerry’s Hostel have felt. The sun dropping behind the mountains, a cold night just starting to bite, a warm light welcoming from the window and the hope of a convivial evening inside.

Gerry’s Hostel is apparently legendary. Its eponymous founder was as rugged and irascible as the surrounding countryside. Yet, judging by the comments and memories posted online, just like the highlands – he had his devotees. Now run by Gerry’s son, it advertises a log fire and wifi – so maybe some of the rougher edges have been smoothed away. Although their website gleefully announces that food and drink can be had “locally”, 15 minutes drive away!

Having said that – we find ourselves in the Scottish Highlands  surrounded by stunning scenery: moorland, lochs, forests and peaks with the opportunites for close wildlife encounters right from the doorstep. There’s walking, climbing, fishing, cycling and any amount of other outdoor activities drawing you on and that warm light from the window to return to…

Now under the careful ownership of Gerry’s son.

This famous hostel, run by mountain guide Gerry for years, is now under the careful ownership of his son.  Set in rural peaceful surroundings in Craig near Achnashellach, it is a perfect location for hill walking with low level walks and mountain treks above 900 metres.