SLEEPS: 6.

Applepips,set in a leafy,quiet residential area yet within a short walking distance of the City centre, will provide you with the perfect base for your stay in Stirling.

Built on the original site of The Orchard for nearby Springwood House, the garden still contains two old apple trees thought to date from the early orchard. The two-floor, 2 bathroom property accommodates up to 6 guests within 3 spacious bedrooms.

Amenities You’ll Love:

• Garden views
• Well-established enclosed rear garden with wildlife pond + bird-attracting wild garden section
• Large, bright bedrooms
• Log-burning stove (only operational between September- April)
• Fully equipped kitchen with oven and gas hob
• Walk-in pantry for food storage
• Washing machine and tumble drier
• Reliable Wi-Fi throughout
• Off-street parking on 2 driveways
• Close proximity to shopping, historic Stirling Castle and tons of family-friendly activities
• Various Restaurants and Pubs within a 15-minute walk

Flexible bed configurations make Applepips the perfect setting for your next family holiday, friend’s weekend, or romantic getaway.

Bedrooms and Bathroom
The property has 3 bedrooms: 2 with double beds and one with the flexibility of being either 2 x narrow width single beds or 1 x king size bed. One bedroom has views to the rear of the property overlooking the rear garden and the other 2 bedrooms have views to the front over towards the mature gardens and trees of Endrick Lodge. Both bedrooms can make use of the comfortably sized bathroom which has an over-bath shower, towel radiator, WC and sink. There is a further shower room on the ground floor with a shower cubicle, WC and sink.

The Living Spaces
The property features 2 separate living areas: a spacious, light Lounge with large window overlooking the front of the property. With comfortable seating and a cosy log burner (only operational between September- April), there is room here for everyone to lounge together after a day of activities! The Sunroom overlooking the back garden is light, airy and very relaxing – relax here with a cup of tea and watch the numerous birds that visit to feast on the plumbs, blackcurrants and strawberries.

Kitchen and Dining
The Shaker-style kitchen is fully equipped and stocked with all of the appliances and amenities you’d find at home, including dishwasher, fridge-freezer, washing machine, crockery, cutlery and glassware. The dining room with a farmhouse oak dining table and chairs for 6 is linked to the lounge by folding doors providing either quieter dining options or an ideal space for you to relax and chat with other members of your group whilst someone does the cooking.

Location Information
Applepips is in an ideal location to explore the local area, one which combines both outstanding natural beauty with a unique local history. Within a short driving distance you will also be able to sample Scotland’s magnificent Highland scenery and hospitality before returning home to the comfort of your accommodation.

Stirling and the surrounding area are steeped in history. The historic Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297, Battle of Bannockburn in 1314 and Battle of Sherriffmuir in 1715 all helped to shape the history of Scotland and these sites can easily be visited from our properties. Allow yourself to become absorbed by the atmosphere, whilst visiting the magnificent Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument and The Battle of Bannockburn Experience, and then recharge your batteries in one of the many cafés, restaurants or pubs.

The nearby town of Falkirk is home to the world’s only fully rotating boat lift, connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal, and also is home to The Kelpies @ Helix Park – the largest Equine statues in the world!

The surrounding countryside is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts: walking, cycling and paragliding are all on offer on the nearby Ochil Hills. Slightly further away are The Trossachs, Callander, Loch Lomond National Park, Glasgow and Edinburgh providing, therefore, the ideal central touring base for your holiday. Located within an hour’s drive of Glasgow and Edinburgh International airports, the area has excellent motorway connections to the north and south.

Applepips is perfectly located for you to make the most of your holiday and sample some of the highlights the area has to offer.

Getting Around
Located within an hour’s drive of Glasgow and Edinburgh International airports, Stirling has excellent motorway connections to the North and South. There is private off-street parking for two cars on the 2 driveways. Stirling train station is a short taxi ride away, or a 20 minute walk.

Guest access
Guests have sole access to the property and gardens.

Guest interaction
Prior to your arrival, we will send out details on events happening locally during your stay that may be of interest. If you have any specific requests or queries please just let us know. During your stay you can contact us via phone or email should you require any further assistance and we will be happy to help.

House rules
We expect our guests to treat the property with respect and care, and to leave it in the condition you find it in. Any breakages or damage must be reported as soon as possible in order that this can be addressed prior to the arrival of the next guests. The cost of any damage will be taken up through the Airbnb resolution centre. items may NOT be removed from the property. This includes linen and towels.
There is a strict no-smoking policy anywhere inside the property.
No pets are allowed.

Other things to note
Bedroom 1 can be configured as either 1 x king size bed or 2 x single beds.
Please advise on booking how you would like each bedroom configured.
The wildlife pond in the back garden is fenced off however no responsibility can be taken for any accidents. Please supervise children at all times.
Linens are included on all beds and towels are also supplied.
Amenities include but are not limited to WiFi, hot water, heating, gas & electricity, TV and a fully equipped kitchen.
Guests receive a ‘starter pack’ of dishwashing detergent, cleaning fluid, dishcloths, a few bin liners, a pint of milk, tea, coffee, sugar and a packet of biscuits. Guests are expected to replenish these if they run out during their stay.

Welcome to “The Paddock,” an exceptionally large property in the village of Auchterarder. This delightful, detached, 4-bedroom house sits in the perfect spot to relax and unwind.

Rent The Paddock and spread out in 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms (one of which is ensuite) and a Cloakroom WC, with comfortable sleeping space for a total of 8 guests.


The Paddock has 241 sq. metres (2,594 sq. ft.) of internal space, plus large front and rear gardens. The decked area at the back of the house overlooks the rear garden and offers a real feeling of privacy.



Restaurants, shopping, family entertainment, and nature trails are all either within walking distance or just a short drive from this ideally located property. The famous Gleneagles Hotel and Golf courses are about a 10-minute walk. 

Not to mention the property’s excellent location near everything you’d want to do in Perthshire and Stirlingshire.



The beds in bedrooms 2 and 3 are zip and link beds. Please advise on booking if you require 2 x single or 1 x super king bed in each room. 

Linens are included on all beds and towels are also supplied.



Amenities include free Wi-Fi, Smart TV and a fully equipped kitchen.

 Guests receive a ‘starter pack’ of dishwashing detergent, cleaning fluid, dishcloths, a few bin liners, a pint of milk, tea, coffee, sugar and a packet of biscuits. Guests are expected to replenish these if they run out during their stay.

Amenities You’ll Love
The property accommodates up to 8 guests with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one of which is en-suite) and a Cloakroom WC.

Large rooms with plenty of space for everyone

Impressive open-plan living and new dining kitchen



Private garden + patio space



Outdoor dining area with top-quality dining furniture



A travel cot and high chair can be supplied



Fully equipped kitchen

Washing machine and tumble drier



Reliable Wi-Fi throughout



Ample parking + space for visitors



Proximity to Gleneagles Hotel Golf Course, historic Stirling Castle and tons of family-friendly activities



Gleneagles train station is 2.2miles away



An array of places to eat out from cafes to Fine Dining restaurants



Large selection of books for you to enjoy during your stay.



A welcoming, open floor plan makes it easy for your group to spend time together AND find quiet moments to yourself. Recently refurbished and modernised with top-quality furniture and beds make The Paddock the perfect setting for your next family holiday, corporate retreat, or romantic getaway.




Bedrooms and Bathrooms


The property accommodates up to 8 guests, with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one of which is ensuite) and a Cloakroom WC.

Ground Floor



The Living Spaces


The ground floor features a roomy and sunny living area with TV ,nap-worthy sofas and windows that fill the space with natural light. There is room here for everyone to lounge together after a day of activities! There is a second Family Room on the ground floor with bean bags, sofas and a huge 75-inch Smart 4K Ultra HD TV.



Outside, the ground-level garden is equipped with top-quality garden furniture to enjoy the long Scottish summer nights ( it doesn’t really get dark in the summer!)



Kitchen and Dining


The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked, with all of the appliances and amenities you’d find at home, including a Tassimo coffee maker, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble drier and plenty of room for your self-catering holiday groceries. The seating area in the kitchen with 2 comfy sofas is a great space for you to relax and chat with other members of your group while cooking. And don’t forget the outdoor dining furniture on the decked patio!


The large dining room with ample seating and dining space for 8 people is perfect for your group feasts and family board game nights.

First Floor


The first floor is where you will find all 4 bedrooms:



The master suite with a plush king bed, dressing area, fitted mirror wardrobes and a large ensuite bathroom with a large mains shower cubicle.



Bedrooms 2 and 3 have the flexibility of zip and link beds which can be configured as either 2 x single beds or 1 x super king size bed. Both rooms have built in wardrobes with ample storage space.



The final bedroom on this floor is kitted out with beautiful hardwood furniture and a king-size bed. These three bedrooms share a full-sized bathroom with a bath and separate mains shower. All bedrooms are fitted with roller blinds.

Location information
The Paddock sits in a superb setting close to the heart of Auchterarder and is only a five-minute walk from Auchterarder Golf Club and the world-famous Gleneagles Hotel. Gleneagles Hotel offers a wealth of facilities including three championship courses, The Kings, The Queens and the PGA Centenary, which was the course venue for the 2014 Ryder Cup and 2019 Solheim Cup. The leisure facilities are available to members and include a swimming pool, gym, spa, tennis and squash courts, together with an equestrian centre and shooting school. In addition, there are several bars, grills and restaurants including ‘Andrew Fairlie at Gleneagles’ which is a multi-award-winning restaurant with two Michelin stars (advanced booking is advised).


Auchterarder provides good day-to-day services including a supermarket, two butchers, a bakery, a post office, an ironmonger, a library, a health centre and a wide range of specialist shops.
Nearby Gleneagles railway station provides daily services north and south, including a sleeper service to London, while Dunblane train station provides services to both Edinburgh and Glasgow. Perth lies some 15 miles to the east and offers a theatre, concert hall, cinema, restaurants and railway station. The cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow can be reached in about an hour’s journey by car, and provide international airports, railway stations and extensive city amenities.



Auchterarder is also well served by private taxi and chauffeur services.



The Paddock’s prime location in Auchterarder ensures easy access to local amenities and attractions, while the proximity to Gleneagles Hotel and Golf Course makes it a haven for golf enthusiasts and those looking to explore the beautiful Scottish countryside.
Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a retreat with friends, or a golfing adventure, The Paddock offers a perfect blend of luxury, space, and privacy, ensuring a memorable stay for all guests.

The Lindsay House is a bright, spacious self-catering property capable of comfortably sleeping and dining four people, located in one of Stirling’s most prestigious areas; Kings Park.

Built circa 1897 the property exclusively occupies the entire garden floor of a beautiful, converted Victorian villa.


Restaurants, shopping, family entertainment, and nature trails are all either within walking distance or just a short drive from this ideally located property.

Not to mention the property’s excellent location near everything you’d want to do in Stirlingshire.

Main Description:
Recently refurbished and totally modernised, The Lindsay House shows a sharp contrast from the external appearance of a sandstone villa built nearly 200 years ago, to that of a fully modernised minimalist modern interior. The 2-bedroom property exclusively occupies the entire garden floor of a beautiful Victorian villa which is accessed down two short flights of stone steps. Screened from the neighbours by lush trees and old stonewalling, The Lindsay House garden offers privacy and tranquillity. Guests can enjoy the garden with the use of extensive garden furniture.

Accommodation comprises a large, bright kitchen with fully fitted modern appliances such as a dishwasher, washing machine, tumble drier, large fridge freezer and coffee machine. The open-plan living and dining area has ample seating for 4 around the main dining table. The living space has ample comfortable seating for 4 guests and is also equipped with a full range of both visual and audio technology and Wireless Internet connection.

There is an assortment of sleeping accommodations in the property to suit each group’s needs ranging from twin double beds to super king-size in the Master ensuite bedroom. Each bedroom has ample storage and blackout shutters and curtains are in place in each room.

Amenities you’ll love:

• The property accommodates up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms
• Fully modernised bathroom with double-ended bath + separate shower cubicle
• En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and rain shower head
• Instant Hot water and central heating
• Tranquil garden with patio area
• Towels and linen provided
• Walking distance to Stirling City Centre- no need to bring a car!
• However, on street Pay & Display parking is readily available directly in front of the property.

Luxuriously furnished and decorated to a very high standard make The Lindsay House the perfect setting for your next family holiday, corporate retreat, or romantic getaway.

Bedroom and Bathrooms

• Master bedroom – super kingsize bed, ample storage and a fabulous en-suite bathroom
• Bedroom 2- two double beds, large walk-in closet and ample sockets to plug in laptops, devices etc

The Living Spaces
The large, tranquil open-plan living/dining area is situated at the rear of the property with views out to the garden. A range of comfortable sofas and high-back chairs enable everyone to lounge together after a day of activities! From here, access through the French Doors an additional living space situated in the Conservatory offers the added benefit of a full set of furniture which can also be placed outside on a warm sunny day.

Kitchen
The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked, with all of the appliances and amenities you’d find at home, including a coffee maker, dishwasher, and washing machine and has plenty of room for your self-catering holiday groceries. The kitchen island with 2 stools makes a great space for you to relax and chat with other members of your group whilst cooking and planning your next day trip in the local area.

Location
The historic City of Stirling is only a short walk from the property. Here you will find, sitting atop a craggy, volcanic rock, the historic Castle with the Old Town Jail and Church of the Holy Rude slightly further down the hill. Slightly further away in Causewayhead on the top of Abbey Craig outcrop is the National Wallace Monument. The historic Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297, the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314 and the Battle of Sherriffmuir in 1715 all helped to shape the history of Scotland and these sites can easily be visited from The Lindsay House. Allow yourself to become absorbed by the atmosphere, whilst visiting the magnificent Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument and The Battle of Bannockburn Experience, and then recharge your batteries in one of the many cafés, restaurants or pubs which Stirling as to offer.

Time for adventures beyond The Lindsay House and Stirling? You have plenty of choices. There are loads of family-friendly places to visit nearby: Briarlands Farm, Blairdrummond Safari Park, The Alpaca Trekking Centre, Flanders Moss National Nature Reserve, Argaty Red Kite Centre, Rednock Trekking Centre, Lake of Menteith boat trip to Inchmahome Priory to name but a few.

The nearby town of Falkirk is home to the world’s only fully rotating boat lift, connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal, and also is home to The Kelpies at Helix Park – the largest Equine statues in the world!

Within a short driving distance, you will also be able to sample Scotland’s magnificent Highland scenery and hospitality before returning home to the comfort of your accommodation.

The surrounding countryside is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts: walking, cycling and paragliding are all on the nearby Ochil Hills. Slightly further away are The Trossachs, Callander, Loch Lomond National Park, Glasgow and Edinburgh providing, therefore, the ideal central touring base for your holiday. Located within an hour’s drive of Glasgow and Edinburgh International Airports, Stirling has excellent motorway connections to the north and south.

Golf being available at every turn: Kings Park Golf Club is only a 5 min walk from the property and at least another five within 30 minutes’ drive. Slightly further afield are the world-famous Gleneagles and St Andrew’s Old Course.

The Lindsay House is ideally located for you to make the most of your holiday and sample some of the highlights the area has to offer.

SLEEPS: 4

Mhuilinn Apartment sits within the historic Hayford Mill Complex which was once the largest tweed weaving mill in Scotland.

Situated in the popular village of Cambusbarron, within 40 minutes walking distance of Stirling Castle, the Mhuilinn Apartment offers the tranquillity of the countryside with the convenience of village and city life.

Mhuilinn Apartment is ideally located for you to make the most of your holiday and sample some of the highlights the area has to offer.

Amenities you’ll love:

• The property accommodates up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms
• The light, bright and airy layout
• Conveniently situated all on one level on the ground floor
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Washing machine and tumble drier
• Reliable, high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
• Ample parking + space for visitors
• Proximity to shopping, historic Stirling Castle and tons of family-friendly activities
• Village shops, cafe and Pub within a 5-minute walk
• Recreation field 1-minute walk from the apartment
• A welcoming, open-plan kitchen/lounge makes it easy for your group to spend time together.
• Furnished with top-quality furniture and beds make Mhuilinn Apartment the perfect setting for your next small family holiday, corporate retreat, or romantic getaway.

Bedroom and bathrooms
The property accommodates up to 4 guests, with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The Master en-suite bedroom has views to the side of the property, large built-in wardrobes, and an en-suite with a WC, sink, and large shower cubicle featuring a waterfall shower. The beds can be configured as either 1 super king-size bed or 2 single beds.

Bedroom 2 has a King size bed again, with large built-in wardrobes. 

Both bedrooms are fitted Venetian blinds and black-out curtains.

The generously sized family bathroom is furnished with a WC, sink, bath and over-bath shower.

The Living space
The bright, open-plan lounge/kitchen features a large, flat-screen Smart TV a, nap-worthy sofa and windows that fill the space with natural light. There is room here for everyone to lounge together after a day of activities!

The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked with all of the appliances and amenities you’d find at home including a full-size dishwasher, washing machine, tumble drier, induction hob and electric double oven with plenty of room for your self-catering holiday groceries. The dining area with a table and 4 chairs makes a great space for you to relax and chat with other members of your group whilst cooking and is perfect for your group to dine together after a hard day exploring the local area.

Location
Cambusbarron is a small, interesting village that sits in the shadow of the historic Gillies Hill with views to the north of the Trossachs hills beyond Callander. Cambusbarron and the nearby Gillies Hill are steeped in some of Scotland’s most colourful history. Ghillies Hill played a pivotal role in the Battle of Bannockburn: it is the hill from which Robert the Bruce’s camp followers, or Gillies, descended onto the field of the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314 turning the tide of the battle which granted Scotland nearly 400 years of independence. There are also two Iron Age Forts on the hill which date back over 2000 years: Wallstane Dun and Gillies Hill Fort which date back over 2000 years.

Perfectly located for hill walkers, this property is only a 30-minute drive from the heart of the hill walkers’ paradise of the Trossachs.

Despite its small size, the village has a small cafe and pub, The Foresters Arms, both of which serve delicious food.
 The Cambusbarron Village Store and The Brae Co-op will keep you stocked up on last-minute bottles of wine and food during your stay. Why not try out the exceptional Scottish artisan butcher in the village which rightly claims to produce a very fine steak pie!

Time for adventures beyond Mhuilinn Apartment and Cambusbarron? You have plenty of choices. There are loads of family-friendly places to visit nearby: Briarlands Farm, Blairdrummond Safari Park, The Alpaca Trekking Centre, Flanders Moss National Nature Reserve, Argaty Red Kite Centre, Rednock Trekking Centre, Lake of Menteith boat trip to Inchmahome Priory to name but a few.

The historic City of Stirling is only a 5-minute drive by car. Here you will find, sitting atop a craggy, volcanic rock, the historic Castle with the Old Town Jail and Church of the Holy Rude slightly further down the hill. Slightly further away in Causewayhead on the top of Abbey Craig outcrop is the National Wallace Monument. The historic Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297, the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314 and the Battle of Sherriffmuir in 1715 all helped to shape the history of Scotland and these sites can easily be visited from Mhuilinn Apartment. Allow yourself to become absorbed by the atmosphere, whilst visiting the magnificent Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument and The Battle of Bannockburn Experience, and then recharge your batteries in one of the many cafés, restaurants or pubs.

The nearby town of Falkirk is home to the world’s only fully rotating boat lift, connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal, and also is home to The Kelpies at Helix Park – the largest Equine statues in the world!

Within a short driving distance, you will also be able to sample Scotland’s magnificent Highland scenery and hospitality before returning home to the comfort of your accommodation.

The surrounding countryside is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts: walking, cycling and paragliding are all on offer on Gillies Hill and the nearby Ochil Hills. Slightly further away are The Trossachs, Callander, Loch Lomond National Park, Glasgow and Edinburgh providing, therefore, the ideal central touring base for your holiday. Located within an hour’s drive of Glasgow and Edinburgh International Airports, Stirling has excellent motorway connections to the north and south.
Golf being available at every turn: Kings Park Golf Club is only a 5 min drive from the apartment and at least another five within 30 minutes’ drive. Slightly further afield are the world-famous Gleneagles and St Andrew’s Old Course.

Mhuilinn Apartment is ideally located for you to make the most of your holiday and sample some of the highlights the area has to offer.

SLEEPS: 6.

Welcome to charming Garden Cottage. Sympathetically renovated and restored in 2006 this deceptively large self-catering holiday home is located in the delightful village of Gargunnock.

The spacious accommodation benefits from modern fixtures and fittings and design in contrast with the traditional external stone appearance.

Garden Cottage has sleeping and living accommodation for up to 6 people in 3 bedrooms (2 of which are ensuite) with an additional family bathroom on the ground floor.

Garden Cottage has 131 sq.metres (1410 sq.ft.) of space, plus a lovely contained back garden.

Restaurants, shopping, family entertainment, and nature trails are all either within walking distance or just a short drive from this ideally located property.

Amenities you’ll love:

• The property accommodates up to 6 guests with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms
• Quiet village location
• Private garden with picnic bench
• A travel cot and high chair can be supplied
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Log burner in lounge
• Washing machine and dishwasher
• Free WiFi throughout
• Ample storage for boots and jackets
• Bedrooms equipped with blackout curtains and/or roller blinds
• Free off street parking
• Proximity to shopping, historic Stirling Castle and tons of family-friendly activities

A welcoming, large floor plan makes it easy for your group to spend time together AND find quiet moments to yourself. Recently refurbished and modernised with top-quality furniture and beds make Garden Cottage the perfect setting for your next family holiday, corporate retreat, or romantic getaway.

Entered via an extensively glazed large entrance vestibule with ample storage for boots and jackets, you then enter into the stunning double-height lounge. This impressive room is light and bright and features a full wall length of windows overlooking Dinnings House’s garden and drive. The log-burning stove provides a wonderful focal point as well as a great heat source for cosy winter nights.

Bedroom and bathrooms

Ground floor
The ground floor has 1 bedroom with a king-sized bed with views to the front of the property and also has the use of the family bathroom on this floor which has a large shower cubicle and stand-alone bath. Perfect for less mobile guests, this bedroom allows access to all of the property’s amenities without having to worry about the stairs!

First floor
The first floor has 2 bedrooms – both of which are identical in size to each other and both boast en-suite facilities. With partly coombe ceilings both bedrooms have Velux roof lights. One bedroom has a beautiful industrial style framed double bed the other has a single Day bed with a full-size trundle bed.

The Living spaces
Entered via an extensively glazed large entrance vestibule with ample storage for boots and jackets, you then enter into the stunning double-height lounge. This impressive room is light and bright and features a full wall length of windows overlooking nearby Dinnings House’s garden and drive. The log-burning stove provides a wonderful focal point as well as a great heat source for cosy winter nights.

This exceptionally large room has ample seating and dining space for 6 people is perfect for your group feasts and family board game nights.
The ground floor accommodation is completed by a fully fitted kitchen with bar-style table and chairs which makes a great space for you to relax and chat with other members of your group whilst cooking or makes a great place to feed the kids! Fully equipped and stocked with all of the appliances you would find at home including a dishwasher, microwave and washing machine, the kitchen will make your self-catering holiday a breeze.

Location
Garden Cottage is in an ideal location to explore the local area, one which combines both outstanding natural beauty with a unique local history. Within a short driving distance you will also be able to sample Scotland’s magnificent Highland scenery and hospitality before returning home to the comfort of your accommodation.

There are loads of family-friendly places to visit nearby: Briarlands Farm, Blairdrummond Safari Park, The Alpaca Trekking Centre, Flanders Moss National Nature Reserve, Argaty Red Kite Centre, Rednock Trekking Centre, Lake of Menteith boat trip to Inchmahome Priory to name but a few.

Stirling and the surrounding area are steeped in history. The historic Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297, Battle of Bannockburn in 1314 and Battle of Sherriffmuir in 1715 all helped to shape the history of Scotland and these sites can easily be visited from our properties. Allow yourself to become absorbed by the atmosphere, whilst visiting the magnificent Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument and The Battle of Bannockburn Experience, and then recharge your batteries in one of the many cafés, restaurants or pubs.

The surrounding countryside is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts: walking, cycling and paragliding are all on offer on the nearby Ochil Hills. Slightly further away are The Trossachs, Callander, Loch Lomond National Park, Glasgow and Edinburgh providing, therefore, the ideal central touring base for your holiday. Located within an hour’s drive of Glasgow and Edinburgh International airports, Stirling has excellent motorway connections to the north and south.

Golf being available at every turn: Kings Park’s course is a only a 10 min drive from the cottage and at least another five within 30 minutes’ drive. Slightly further afield are the world-famous Gleneagles and St Andrew’s Old Course.

Garden Cottage is perfectly located for you to make the most of your holiday and sample some of the highlights the area has to offer.

This outstanding holiday home has a lovely and welcoming reception hall, a bay windowed drawing room with a feature fireplace, a bay-windowed dining room with period style feature fireplace and ample seating and dining space for 9 people.

A welcoming, large floor plan makes it easy for your group to spend time together AND find quiet moments to yourself. Recently refurbished and modernised with top-quality furniture and beds make St Michael’s the perfect setting for your next family holiday, corporate retreat, or romantic getaway.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

The property accommodates up to 9 guests, with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

First Floor
The ground floor has 2 bedrooms: one has a king-sized bed with views to the rear of the property and also has the use of the family bathroom with over bath shower. Perfect for less mobile guests, this bedroom allows access to all of the property’s amenities without having to worry about the stairs! The other bedroom has premium quality wooden bunk beds and views to the front of the property

Second Floor
The second floor has 3 bedrooms—the master suite with a plush king bed, an extensive dressing room/walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a shower cubicle. The views offered from this room are incredible. A further bedroom has the flexibility of zip and link beds which can be configured as either 2 x narrow width single beds or 1 x king size bed. The final bedroom on this floor is a large sized bedroom with coombe ceilings and a standard size single bed.
These two bedrooms share a full-sized bathroom with over bath shower. All bedrooms are fitted with black-out curtains and/or roller blinds.

The Living Spaces
The ground floor features a roomy and sunny living area with a flat-screen TV, nap-worthy sofas and windows that fill the space with natural light. There is room here for everyone to lounge together after a day of activities! From here, access through the French Doors onto the decked balcony overlooking the rear garden and take in the views from comfy outdoor dining furniture. This room also boasts a wood-burning stove for cosy winter nights.

Outside, there is ample space to enable the little ones to play and enjoy the long Scottish summer nights ( it doesn’t really get dark in the summer!)

Kitchen and Dining

The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked, with all of the appliances and amenities you’d find at home, including a coffee maker, dishwasher, washing machine and the large pantry has plenty of room for your self-catering holiday groceries. The kitchen island with 4 chairs makes a great “kids table” or a space for you to relax and chat with other members of your group whilst cooking. And don’t forget the outdoor dining furniture on the decked balcony!
The exceptionally large, bay-windowed dining room with period style feature fireplace and ample seating and dining space for 8 people is perfect for your group feasts and family board game nights.

Things To Do Nearby

Kippen is a small, interesting village that is in a commanding position, nestling between the Gargunnock and Fintry hills with extensive views to the north of the Trossachs mountains beyond Callander. Kippen and the nearby Kippen Muir are steeped in some of Scotland’s most colourful history. Perfectly located for hillwalkers, this property is only a 30 min drive from the heart of the hillwalkers’ paradise of the Trossachs.
The name Kippen probably comes from the Gaelic (indigenous language of the Scots) word An Ceapan meaning place of the little stump, outcrop or block. This refers to the geological nature of the village of Kippen as it sits on an outcrop of the Gargunnock Hills.

Despite its small size, the village boasts some wonderful cafes and restaurants and a gastropub: The Inn at Kippen, the Woodhouse, The Cross Keys and Rhubarb Lime to name but a few are only a few minutes’ walk from the house.
The General Store in the village is open from 7 am-7 pm and also has a Post Office service.
Time for adventures beyond St Michael’s and Kippen? You have plenty of choices. There are loads of family-friendly places to visit nearby: Briarlands Farm, Blairdrummond Safari Park, The Alpaca Trekking Centre, Flanders Moss National Nature Reserve, Argaty Red Kite Centre, Rednock Trekking Centre, Lake of Menteith boat trip to Inchmahome Priory to name but a few.