Guests say
Grace's Cottage receives glowing praise for its beautiful, tranquil location near the loch, spacious and cosy interiors, and excellent amenities. Guests consistently highlight the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and sociable open-plan layout. The cottage is ideal for families and dog owners, with scenic walks on the doorstep. Hosts are described as attentive and welcoming, often providing thoughtful touches. Minor points include the narrow access road and occasional kitchenware maintenance, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
Multiple reviews mention the cottage being very clean, with fresh bedrooms and well-kept living spaces. Only one review notes a need for a deep clean of the cooker and some pans, but this is an isolated comment.
The location is repeatedly described as stunning, peaceful, and perfect for nature lovers, with easy access to walks and the loch. The only minor drawback is the narrow single-track road, but guests generally found it manageable.
Guests praise the comfortable beds, spacious layout, and cosy atmosphere, especially with the wood burner. The cottage is well-suited for groups and families, with ample space and en-suite bedrooms.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with a sociable open-plan area, utility room, and good internet. Some minor suggestions for kitchen equipment updates and a desire for a secure garden for dogs were noted, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome baskets, cards for special occasions, and dog-friendly provisions. While these gestures are appreciated, please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Exceptionally well furnished for a relaxing holiday in a picturesque location with footpaths from the doorstep.. 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.
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. Our neighboring property, Bonnie’s Bothy (UKC2132), is a small detached cottage, 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. 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.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 32" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, CD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Range, Dishwasher, French Doors Leading To Patio
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Fishing on-site. Private parking for 4 cars. Please note: Couples and family bookings only. There are 5 steps and an unfenced stream in the garden, 200 yards away and a loch nearby. This property has a natural water supply from a spring.. Both properties: 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. Please note: Electric Car charging can be available at extra cost once agreed with owner.
Please note: Electric Car charging can be available at extra cost once agreed with owner.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
Families or couples only.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There are steps to the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Letting licence no.: ST00370F
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (24)
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Lisa Pritchard
We booked Grace's cottage for 7 adults and 3 dogs from 16 - 21 March 2026. Directions were perfect and on arrival we were delighted with the location, cleanliness and facilities. The 3 ensuite double bedrooms were a real bonus and our single visitor enjoyed having the family bathroom to themselves as well.Having the utility room for wiping muddy paws and hanging coats etc was a godsend and the living room was very comfortable and sociable.Walking from the door was excellent, with great walks along the side of Loch Venechar or up into the forestry. I even had a dip in the Loch!The only thing I'd have liked was a secured garden where we could have let the dogs wander while we sat outside instead of having to keep them leashed, but we can see that the beautiful garden would be a little spoiled if the stream had to be fenced off, so it was a small price to pay.We had the best time and host David was accommodating and helpful throughout.
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Lorraine Martin
The Cottage was wonderful and was better than We expected. There was everything you needed and more down to food bags and milk in the fridge. The outside was wonderful and our dog loved running in the garden area and the walks in the beautiful woodlands.I would recommend this Cottage to any family wanting to get out and about in the forest. The road to the cottage is narrow and you wonder if you will ever get there but you do and it is worth it when you do arrive.
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Confirmed Guest
This cottage was perfect for our extended family holiday, combining wonderful seclusion and wildlife with easily accessible amenities and places to shop/eat out in Callander. We lacked nothing as the cottage was spacious, warm and well equipped.