Green Shadows

About Us

Tranquil Surroundings

Green Shadows is a beautiful family run 4 star country house Bed & Breakfast that sits in the shadows of the ruined Buchanan Castle (the former home of the Duke of Montrose) with spectacular views overlooking the splendid Buchanan Castle golf course to the Lomond hills beyond.

Green Shadows is the ideal retreat for those who appreciate the quiet and tranquil atmosphere of the countryside combined with comfortable stylish accommodation well away from the hussle and bussle of the busy tourist village of Drymen.

Superb Location

Located right in the heart of the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, it is just over a mile from the charming Loch Lomond village of Drymen and only three miles from Loch Lomond itself.

You'll also discover the area is a sporting paradise including walking, golfing, angling, cycling, horse riding and shooting. And for those who prefer more sedate pastimes, there are nearby distilleries where you can see how malt whisky is made, castles and lochs galore within easy reach of the house.

In the village of Drymen, you can enjoy a range of great pubs and restaurants, art galleries and craft shops as well as the local general stores and post office.

Or if retail therapy is your thing, Glasgow's fabulous shops and malls are within easy reach by car.

A great base whether you are touring, walking or just enjoying the countryside.

Warm Hospitality

We welcome walkers, climbers, golfers, tourers and all those who appreciate the beautiful countryside, stunning scenery and views in the comfort of our comfortable country house.

Our breakfasts are pretty special too and will help give you the energy to indulge in the many outdoor and visitor attractions on our doorstep.

Pick-Up Service

For all our walking guests, we also provide a free pick up and drop off service from the village of Drymen. We'll also arrange to drop you and pick you up if you choose to eat out at one of the village's many restaurants.

A Bit About Buchanan Castle

Buchanan Castle was built by the 4th Duke of Montrose after the original Buchanan House was destroyed by fire in 1852. The Duke commissioned William Burn to design a new home on higher ground. The castle was completed in 1855.

After the death of the 5th Duke of Montrose in 1925,the Castle was sold to the Grahams. It was used as a hotel for a short time in the 1930s and was used as a military hospital during the second world war. It's best known patient was Rudolph Hess who was treated for injuries sustained while parachuting into Scotland.

It's now a protected ruin lying amid the sedate grandeur of the secluded Buchanan Estate.