Moorings

Southern Highlands & Islands


Follow the harbour just past Tarbert's centre to this spot, which is beautifully maintained and decorated by one man and his dogs. It has great views over the water and an eclectic menagerie of ceramic and wooden animals and offbeat artwork; you can't miss it from the street.


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