Castle Stalker, located on a tidal islet on Loch Laich, just a few miles beyond Appin North of Oban, is a beautiful four-story tower house with an exciting history. This castle was once known as Castle Aaaaaaargh in the renowned movie The Holy Grail by Monty Python. The Clan MacDougall built a small fort in 1320, which was then owned by the Lords of Lorn. Later, around 1440, the Stewarts rebuilt the castle in its current form. The castle was eventually abandoned in 1840. Although privately owned, a limited number of tours are available each year. If you are stopping at Castle Stalker View, you can discover the history of Castle Stalker whilst trying to spot some of the local wildlife, and if you are looking for something to eat, Castle Stalker View Café is a must-visit. Not only does it offer delicious home-baking and tasty lunches, but it also provides magnificent views of Castle Stalker, Loch Linnhe, and the surrounding islands.
Castle Stalker is located in Appin on the A828 between Ballachulish and Connel. If you are travelling from Oban, once you pass through the village of Appin, you take a sharp right-hand corner and head up a steep hill; Castle Stalker View is on your left at the top of this hill.
If travelling from Ballachulish, Castle Stalker View is located on your right just after Linnhe Marina and before you reach Appin.
