Guests say
Iora Rua is a beautifully maintained cottage in a tranquil setting, praised for its stunning views, spacious and spotless interiors, and excellent amenities such as a hot tub and log fire. Guests consistently highlight the peaceful location, proximity to local attractions, and the warm, helpful hospitality of the owners. Thoughtful touches, including welcome packs, are frequently mentioned, and the property is well-suited for families, groups, and dog owners. The cottage offers a relaxing retreat with easy access to scenic spots, making it a highly recommended choice for a memorable stay in the Stirling area.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as immaculate, spotless, and very clean throughout, with high standards consistently maintained.
Guests praise the peaceful, scenic setting and convenient access to local attractions such as Aberfoyle, Stirling, and Loch Lomond. The tranquil countryside and beautiful views are frequently highlighted.
The cottage is described as spacious, cosy, and comfortable, with quality beds, ample bathrooms, and a relaxing atmosphere. Guests felt at home and appreciated the secure garden for dogs.
Facilities are highly rated, with guests noting the well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, log fire, multiple bathrooms, and thoughtful amenities. Maintenance and attention to detail are consistently praised.
Many guests mention welcome packs and small gifts such as essentials and treats, as well as attentive and helpful hosts. Please note that these thoughtful extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
An impressive luxury house, the perfect place to come and unwind, situated within 700 acres of farmland..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Induction Hob, Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Dressing Area
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet.
Air source heat pump central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Travel cot.. Enclosed rear garden with garden furniture and BBQ. 2 small dogs or 1 medium/large size dog welcome. Hot tub for 5 (private). Ample private parking. No smoking.. Iora Rua is a modern, luxury 3-bedroom house located within the grounds of Gartclach Farm. One in a row of
three large, detached houses surrounded by stunning countryside and each with their own enclosed
garden where you can sit in the hot tub and enjoy the beautiful views. You may even catch a glimpse of red deer that are regular visitors in the fields surrounding Gartclach Farm. There are 3 large bedrooms, so you can choose between 2 kingsize rooms or a twin, one of the kingsize room has en-suite facilities and a dressing area suitable for a cot.
Gartclach farm is located on the edge of Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park and is close to the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park making it an excellent location for those who are looking to explore this beautiful countryside. It is a mile from the national cycle network route 7 and is close to numerous popular walks. It is within a 30-minute drive of many local attractions such as Loch Lomond, Loch Katrine, Go Ape and Blair Drummond Safari Park. Gartclach is also located 22 miles from Glasgow and 17 miles from Stirling city centres and is a 10-20 minute drive to the villages of Buchlyvie, Aberfoyle, Balfron, Drymen and Killearn. These villages cater for local services such as cafes, restaurants, shops, petrol stations and electric car charging points. The property is within walking distance of a café, gift shop and garden centre and 2 miles from Gartmore village, home to a community owned pub and restaurant.
This property can be booked together with Gartclach (UK40001) and Fiadh Ruadh (UK40008) to accommodate up to 22 guests.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Additional pet(s) may be welcome at an additional charge.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
EPC Rating = B
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Letting Licence No: ST00297F
1 large dog or 2 small dogs allowed.
Please inform the owner before making any arrangements for external companies to be hired to or are arranged to visit the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Loch Lomond Shores
Reviews (19)
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Ashley Gavin
We stayed here for 7 nights and it is honestly the best place we've stayed at. The cottage/house was huge, spotlessly clean and has everything you could ever need ranging from a hot tub, smart TV, BBQ etc.The cottage is surrounded by fields with a mixture of sheep, highland cows and some deer. The view from the hot tub was amazing.It's centrally located for exploring Loch Lomond or only an hour away from Edinburgh or Glasgow. The owners we're also fantastic and on hand if you need any help or information about the local area.This is definitely a place we'll be re-visiting in the future and deserves more than 5 stars!
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Confirmed Guest
Just got back from an amazing 7 days in this beautiful cottage! It’s really one of the most beautiful settings and we loved every minute of our stay - I’d highly recommend it and we’ll definitely be back in the future! The cottage itself is really spacious inside, it’s clean and modern, and the views are spectacular! Even more so when chilling in the lovely hot tub! The location is fab and we explored lots of places during our stay, all within a suitable driving distance.Thanks so much for an amazing stay!
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Ann Wilson
We stayed here last week and had a great time. The house is well equipped, the beds were comfy and a welcome pack of supplies had been left for us. We loved the log burning stove and made good use of the hot tub. My grandchildren loved watching the lambs in the fields beside us.The house is ideally situated for exploring the area.