Guests say
The Bield is a spacious and beautifully decorated cottage in Stirling, ideal for large family gatherings and groups. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedrooms, with the hot tub and garden being standout features. The location is excellent for exploring the local area, with shops, walks, and attractions nearby. The owner is noted for being helpful and accommodating. Occasional minor maintenance issues are mentioned, but overall, guests have had memorable and enjoyable stays, often expressing a desire to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as spotless and very clean, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests frequently mention the excellent location, close to shops, walks, and local attractions, with beautiful views and easy access to amenities.
The house is described as spacious, comfortable, and ideal for large groups, with comfortable beds and plenty of room for everyone.
Facilities such as the hot tub, garden, and well-equipped kitchen are highly praised. A few minor maintenance issues (toaster, freezer, knives) are noted but do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack and festive decorations. However, it should be noted that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
The Bield will appeal to families & couples as a base to explore this incredible area of Scotland. A beautifully presented spacious house with open fires, a lovely garden and hot tub, walks from the front door and into the village.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Open Fire
Kitchen: Freeview Smart TV, Netflix, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Slow Cooker, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: Freeview Smart TV, Netflix, Open Fire
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 5: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 6: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 7: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fires included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture.BBQ.Hot tub for 6 (private). Bike store. Private parking for 6 cars. No smoking. Please note: Sorry, no stag or hen parties. Couples, holiday makers and family bookings only.. Discover The Bield, a beautiful sandstone Victorian house which until 2021 operated as a family run guest house since 1989 and is still run by them to this day. A wonderful home which is beautiful inside and out with a welcoming hallway. All the rooms are immaculately presented and there is plenty of space for family and friends, whether it be relaxing in one of the stunning living rooms with open fires, relaxing in the hot tub or soaking up the sun in the garden.
Situated in the picturesque village of Aberfoyle, the ’gateway to the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park’, this is the perfect location for families and couples to enjoy a luxurious and comfortable holiday while recharging after a long day exploring the beautiful surroundings. On the ground floor there is a spacious living/dining room with an open fire and a second living room, giving guests a spacious home for all to enjoy whether curling up with a book in front of the fire or everyone relaxing together to plan the next day’s adventure. The spacious kitchen with breakfasting area is well equipped for preparing a celebration meal and there is also a handy utility room. There is a family shower room and three beautifully presented bedrooms, one of which is en-suite. There are three further double bedrooms on the first floor all with an individual en-suite to complete the picture. Step outside into the well-kept garden with a hot tub and private parking for up to 6 cars! There is plenty of space for everyone to enjoy.
You may not want to venture out from The Bield, but there is so much to discover and there is no need to use the car. There are many beautiful walks surrounding The Bield, just get your boots on and head straight out the front door. For adventurous cyclists, Sustrans Cycle Route 7, a challenging long-distance route from Sunderland to Inverness, passes nearby with breathtaking views of forests, hills and lochs. Just a 5-minute drive from The Bield, you’ll find the gently rolling tracks around the picturesque Loch Ard which are made for exploring by bike or on foot, with sculpture trails and play features to find. Makes a great fun day for all the family with woodland and water-loving wildlife along the way to look out for.
Take a cruise on the steamship ’Sir Walter Scott’ on Loch Katrine, one of Scotland’s iconic lochs offering fabulous views best seen from the water. You can take your own bikes or hire bikes from The Pier, board the boat and disembark from Stronachlacher, 13 miles down the loch. Have lunch in the café, and then cycle back on the private road to your start point. For traveling further afield, Stirling, Perth, Edinburgh and Glasgow or all accessible for days out.
Free WiFi
There is an evening curfew for the hot-tub use.
There is an evening curfew for noise at the property.
Families or couples only.
Stag, hen or other party bookings only permitted with prior consent.
Holidaymakers only.
Nearby points of interest
- Loch Lomond Shores
Reviews (26)
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Andrew Ward
A spacious house with nice bedrooms and large living rooms.Kitchen was generally well equipped but some items need a bit of maintenance or replacement. (Toaster, freezer, sharp knives)
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Confirmed Guest
We had a brilliant stay at the Bield. House was perfect for our needs. Weather wasn’t the best but we made the most of it. Brilliant having the lodge on the doorstep.
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Linda Gillies
We are a group of 12 older women and this house was absolutely perfect for us, the amount of rooms and en-suites. Also the outside area was lovely and the weather was perfect. I had contacted the owner with a couple of questions and she was able to give me the answers I was looking for. This house would be a good base if you were going the head out to The Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park and there’s plenty of shops and cafes if you wanted to eat in or out. Our group will definitely be coming back again in the future.