Guests say
Bonnie's Bothy is a charming, cosy cottage set in a tranquil, scenic location near Callander, perfect for couples or those seeking peace and nature. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, with many enjoying the wildlife, walks, and thoughtful touches from the hosts. The property is remote yet accessible to local attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. Many reviewers mention the warm welcome and attention to detail, with several noting the presence of a welcome hamper, though this cannot be guaranteed. Overall, guests express a strong desire to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and very well presented, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, tranquil, and beautiful, with easy access to walks, wildlife, and local attractions. Its remoteness is seen as a positive by most guests.
Guests repeatedly mention the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and warm, with a comfortable bed and relaxing atmosphere. The log burner and quiet setting add to the comfort.
The cottage is described as well equipped, with sufficient kitchen items, a log burner, and amenities for a relaxing stay. The wood-fired hot tub is mentioned positively, though not all guests used it.
Many guests appreciated the welcome hamper and small touches such as toiletries and bird feeders. While these gifts are frequently mentioned, it should be noted that they are not guaranteed.
About this property
Bonnie’s Bothy is a perfect retreat tucked away amidst the stunning scenery of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.. This is a superb location for a family holiday, hidden away in Invertrossachs in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Your journey to the cottages takes you through some of the most spectacular scenery along the side of Loch Venachar. Originally built at the beginning of the 1900s as part of Invertrossachs Estate for the game keeper, this area has long been known for its outstanding natural beauty. Queen Victoria visited the estate in 1869 and planted a tree to commemorate the visit. A magical place for nature lovers and bird watchers, you are surrounded by ancient woodland with deer, pine martens, otters who fish in the stream, flora and fauna. A perfect location to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this spectacular area.
If you prefer to go out into the great outdoors then you are spoilt for choice. From your doorstep there is an abundance of footpaths, cycle tracks, sailing and fishing. There are some excellent mountain walks locally with Ben Ledi, Ben Venue, Ben Lomond, all within a short drive. There is a local golf course in Callander and several excellent courses within an hour’s drive, including Gleneagles. Nearby Callander, a Victorian tourist town and famed for being the location for the original TV series of Dr Finlay’s casebook, is a good place to enjoy a meal or drink, stock up with supplies and some general retail therapy.
Bonnie’s Bothy (UKC2132) is a detached small cottage and is perfect for a couple, in a quiet location with a private enclosed decked area with table and chairs, perfect for the summer months. The open plan living area has a cosy wood burner so you can curl up and relax after a long walk in the woods. Our neighboring property, Grace’s Cottage (UKC2133), is an exceptionally well furnished, detached property that has been well equipped for a superbly relaxing holiday. All on one level the large open plan living area boasts a well-equipped kitchen with a range, perfect for preparing a special meal and a spacious dining area leading to the cosy living area with a wood burner. French doors lead out onto a patio and into the garden which has a stream where you can fish for trout, and if you’re lucky, see the otters. The loch side can also be used for fishing. Use of the owners tennis court and multi-purpose basketball court, 1 mile away, can be arranged directly with the owner. Great care and attention to detail throughout the properties ensures your enjoyment with a generous welcome pack to get you started. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.. Step To Entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 38" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Small enclosed decked area with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Couples and family bookings only.. Bonnie’s Bothy: Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, superfast Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Tennis court (shared with owner and other property on-site). Bike store. No smoking.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Families or couples only.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Letting licence no.: ST00371F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (29)
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Keith Roberts
Lovely place, well kept and fully equipped. Very remote location. Some good walks on the doorstep but if you want something more challenging you would have to travel a bit. Nice touch with a few goodies to get us going (crisps, bottle of fizz, biscuits). Make sure you take provisions with you as the nearest shop is a number of miles away. Red squirrels and Siskins on your doorstep and probbaly a lot more if you are lucky enough to see them.
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Jane Milner
Great out of the way location easy access to the loch where we saw an Osprey fishing Bothy excellent without exception provisions aplenty and a welcome pack that was so generous it was awesome. Thank you to the owners. Area is outstanding the waterfalls worth the visit especially Leny Falls although they are more like rapids the noise is so full on. The Bothy was clean and well catered for birds like siskins and W.peckers goldfinch and YES Red squirrels. Wish we had booked two weeks here as so much literally on your doorstep. Lots of parking and privacy, wonderful.
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent little cottage in very peaceful and beautiful surroundings.This cottage is well positioned between lots of main attractions in The Trossachs.We particularly liked the wood fired hot tub which was a perfect way to relax after a day of walking. If you're lucky, you may spot some red squirrels on the bird feeder at the same time.We loved our week here and would happily return to Bonnie's Bothy next time we are in Scotland.