Guests say
Ivy Cottage receives glowing praise for its immaculate presentation, cosy atmosphere, and stylish modernisation. Guests consistently highlight the well-equipped kitchen, thoughtful touches throughout, and the cottage’s superb location in the heart of a charming, friendly village. The property is described as comfortable, inviting, and ideal for exploring local attractions. While a few minor suggestions are noted, such as bed size and instructions for appliances, the overwhelming sentiment is one of satisfaction and delight, with many guests eager to return.
Cleanliness is repeatedly commended, with guests describing the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and exceptionally well maintained. Only one review mentions a rushed departure affecting tidiness, but this was due to unforeseen circumstances and not a reflection on the property itself.
The location is universally praised, with guests loving the central position in Falkland, proximity to shops, cafes, and attractions, and easy access to scenic walks and nearby towns. The village’s charm and friendliness are also frequently mentioned.
Guests find the cottage extremely comfortable, warm, and cosy, with underfloor heating and inviting decor. One review notes that one bedroom’s beds are a bit small for two adults, but overall comfort is highly rated.
Facilities are described as excellent, with a fully equipped kitchen, modern appliances, and everything needed for a pleasant stay. A minor suggestion was made for clearer instructions on heating and TV, but otherwise, guests are very satisfied.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as fresh flowers, wine, whisky, biscuits, and blankets. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Ivy Cottage is a cosy, modern cottage, just a minute’s walk from the heart of the idyllic, royal historic village of Falkland..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. . Bike store. On road parking. No smoking.. Ivy Cottage is a charming, two-bedroom cottage just a minute’s walk from the heart of the stunning royal village of Falkland and the impressive Falkland Palace and Gardens. Finished to a very good standard in 2022, it has a fantastic open plan living space with underfloor heating and a feature wood burner for colder winter months, as well as a fully fitted modern kitchen area in keeping with the charm and character of this ‘chocolate box’ village. Heading up the open tread stairs, you can choose from either a kingsize bedroom that can be adapted into a twin, or a double room with a modern shower room next to it.
Nestling below the Lomond Hills, and surrounded by beautiful countryside, Falkland is a wonderful place for walking. You can hike to the top of West Lomond to see the Bunnet Stane rock formation and John Knox’s Pulpit, see Falkland Estate, the hunting ground for Scotland’s royalty, or walk around the village. Fans of ‘Outlander’ will recognize Falkland as the village centre from the TV series, which played the part of Inverness. The village has a lovely choice of traditional pubs, cosy tearooms, and quirky shops. Spectacular Falkland Palace, beloved by Mary, Queen of Scots, has all the glory and splendour expected of a royal residence. Take time to wander round the extensive gardens and orchards and look out for the living willow labyrinth, the giant chess board and the world’s oldest tennis court. If you thought your stay couldn’t get any better, Falkland Estate is just a few minutes away where you can explore the many paths and tracks that run throughout 1900 hectares of land with routes through forest, past active farm land, over burns and to the summit of East Lomond.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Reviews (32)
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Confirmed Guest
Wee gem of a place. Found by accident. Highly recommend. Would not have found with the filters I normally use so lesson learnt NO filters for future searches!
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Sandra
We had a lovely time at Ivy Cottage. Spotlessly clean, very comfortable and we appreciated the little extras (such as fresh flowers, tea/coffee, biscuits etc). The location is perfect, very close to all amenities in the village yet in a quiet location. No problem finding a parking space outside. A minor point - we could not find any notes/instructions re the underfloor/central heating, TV etc so would suggest that for future guests these are made available
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Kari
Wonderful cottage - cosy, warm and comfortable. Beautifully decorated and lots of nice touches included. Falkland is a lovely place to walk around and I also enjoyed walks on the Falkland Estate. There is a pub and a few cafes within a very short walk as well as gift shops and a grocer and convenience store. I highly recommend Ivy Cottage and would love to visit again one day.