Guests say
Craigdarroch Cottage is praised for its cosy, warm atmosphere and beautiful location, making it an excellent base for exploring the local countryside. Guests appreciated the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and thoughtful touches such as festive decorations. While some found the cottage immaculately clean, others noted issues with damp, mould, and tired decor. The proximity to a busy road was mentioned as a drawback due to noise, and the garden was described as overgrown. Overall, the cottage offers a charming stay with great access to walking and cycling routes.
Reviews are mixed: several guests found the cottage clean and well-presented, while others reported issues with mould, damp, and stale smells, particularly in the bathroom and carpets. This variation suggests inconsistent standards.
The cottage is set in a beautiful area, ideal for walking and cycling, with lovely countryside nearby. However, the main road directly outside leads to significant noise, which affected some guests' sleep and enjoyment.
Most guests found the cottage warm, cosy, and comfortable, with super comfy beds and a homely feel. Some noted low ceilings and draughts, but overall comfort was a highlight for many visitors.
The kitchen is well-equipped and essentials for cooking are provided, but some guests noted missing basics like tea and coffee. Maintenance issues such as loose carpets, tired decor, and unclear instructions for humidifiers were mentioned.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as festive decorations and a box of Celebrations, as well as the honesty box for firewood. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Surrounded by wonderful views, this detached cottage is perfect for those who love walking, fishing and golf as well as touring..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, DAB Radio, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner provided. Travel cot and highchair.. Small garden with sitting out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. Parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are a total of 15 steps to the garden. Children must be supervised in the garden.. This delightful, detached, stone-built holiday cottage, dating back to 1800, is situated in the Victorian village of Strathyre and is in the perfect location to explore and enjoy Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. There are spectacular views from the garden and front door and you can walk to the village shop, children’s play park, riverside and local pub, explore endless miles of forest trails or join the Callander to Killin Cycle Route. Fishing permits for the River Balvaig are available locally and there are several golf courses within a short drive, Gleneagles is only 50 minutes. There is also a free local tennis court and bike hire within half a mile of the property. The area is also rich in Scottish history with many stories relating to Rob Roy Macgregor, whose grave can be found in the kirkyard at Baquhidder. Within easy driving distance is Stirling, where you can visit Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument. Perth is 1 hour away, Glasgow and Edinburgh are 1¼ hours. After you have spent the day exploring, relax in the back garden and enjoy the scenery.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Scottish Letting Licence No: ST00687F
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (10)
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MARK WOOD
We really enjoyed our stay here, even if the weather tried its hardest to dampen our spirits. The only reason location is marked down is due to the constant busy road. Great area for getting around but road noise had an impact on sleep, so take ear plugs. Hosts were great and very helpful whenever we asked them questions.
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Pamela Campbell
Clean and we'll stocked with all you might need to cook etc with fabulous views. The only main downside is the road running past the front door. It's noisy day and night and the windows don't block out the noise. The decor is tired in the bedrooms and the lighting is quite dark but the beds are super comfy. Careful getting out of bed on the side near the door as the ceiling is very low. However the house is centrally located for both walking and cycling routes and the local area is beautiful. Almost as soon as you cross the road you are in lovely countryside. There isn't really a garden and with the proximity of the road it would be a no for children and dogs for me. For ir adults who come to walk or cycle it's perfect.
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Confirmed Guest
We had a truly fantastic stay at the cottage. It was exceptionally warm and inviting, and the festive decorations—along with a thoughtful box of Celebrations—added a wonderful, cosy Christmas touch that made our trip even more special.