Stroneskar is 1.5 miles from Ford village, which has a village hall and church. It lies at the south end of Loch Awe, renowned for fishing and the start of forest trails and walks. Kilmartin is 3 miles and has a good shop, post office, museum with cafe, hotel, restaurant, church and garage.
Lochgilphead - 12 miles. Oban - 30 miles.