Sharon's Guidebook
Swimming
Gourock Pool
Albert Road
Gourock Pool
Albert RoadCloch Caravan Park boasts a swimming pool, gym and spa. You can pay as you use. Fabulous views across the river.
Cloch Leisure Pool and Spa
Cloch Caravan Park boasts a swimming pool, gym and spa. You can pay as you use. Fabulous views across the river.
Food scene
One of our favourite places to go for high end pub food and drinks! Atmosphere is always buzzing, remember to request a window table for stunning views. They also do amazing McCaskies (local farm) steaks. Vegetarian options are also available. Service is always attentive without being too much.
24 locals recommend
Cafe Continental
40 Kempock StOne of our favourite places to go for high end pub food and drinks! Atmosphere is always buzzing, remember to request a window table for stunning views. They also do amazing McCaskies (local farm) steaks. Vegetarian options are also available. Service is always attentive without being too much.
Inverkip Hotel
Main StreetLovely dining, in a gorgeous setting.
Kip Marina has a lovely restaurant with scenic views across the Docks. There is also a local beach walk that takes you right along to Lunderston Bay.
Kip Marina
Kip Marina has a lovely restaurant with scenic views across the Docks. There is also a local beach walk that takes you right along to Lunderston Bay.
Nardini's
IconicArt Deco building with a vast array of award winning ice creams.
Small family run restaurant with delicious tapas. We go at least every 6 weeks. They do an early evening 3 plate deal which is always worth the drive down. There is also a bus service from the bottom of the hill at our property. Worth the walk back up!
37 locals recommend
Tinto Tapas Bar
138 Battlefield RdSmall family run restaurant with delicious tapas. We go at least every 6 weeks. They do an early evening 3 plate deal which is always worth the drive down. There is also a bus service from the bottom of the hill at our property. Worth the walk back up!
Perfect place to go for lunch after a walk along Irvine beach. It also has a designated dog friendly area and out door seating. 🐶
7 locals recommend
The Ship Inn
120-122 Harbour StPerfect place to go for lunch after a walk along Irvine beach. It also has a designated dog friendly area and out door seating. 🐶
One of our favourite places to eat “doon the water” make sure to book, especially at the weekends.
77 locals recommend
Scotts Bar & Restaurant
Harbour RoadOne of our favourite places to eat “doon the water” make sure to book, especially at the weekends.
Sightseeing
Portavadie Marina
The Gourock to Glasgow fast train takes 40min. There are two an hour and there is an off peak pricing structure. Perfect way to enjoy the city without the hassle of driving.
31 locals recommend
Glasgow City Centre
The Gourock to Glasgow fast train takes 40min. There are two an hour and there is an off peak pricing structure. Perfect way to enjoy the city without the hassle of driving.
Isle of Bute (Rothesay to locals) is another fabulous day out on your doorstep. Ferry’s are available from Wemyss Bay, situated at the award winning Wemyss train station. Paid parking is available near by if you want to park up and walk or cycle.
Isle of Bute Discovery Centre
Victoria StreetIsle of Bute (Rothesay to locals) is another fabulous day out on your doorstep. Ferry’s are available from Wemyss Bay, situated at the award winning Wemyss train station. Paid parking is available near by if you want to park up and walk or cycle.
A wee trip down the coast for an ice cream or a chippy. We also love a visit to tintos tapas when we are in the area.
26 locals recommend
Largs
A wee trip down the coast for an ice cream or a chippy. We also love a visit to tintos tapas when we are in the area.
The Scottish weather isn’t always dry… if your looking to stay indoors and soak up some local history this is a great place to go. It describes the battle of Largs in 1263.
20 locals recommend
Vikingar
40 Greenock RdThe Scottish weather isn’t always dry… if your looking to stay indoors and soak up some local history this is a great place to go. It describes the battle of Largs in 1263.
Leisure
Gourock golf club
Gourock Golf Club
Cowal View
Largs Golf Course
Stunning scenic views
Kelburn Country Estate is the perfect place for a walk or a trip to their tea room. Situated just outside Largs
29 locals recommend
Kelburn Castle & Estate
Kelburn Country Estate is the perfect place for a walk or a trip to their tea room. Situated just outside Largs
Kelburn equestrian centre
Lovely place to go for a trek in the hills above Farlie.