Carnmore Cottage can be found tucked away in a secluded spot surrounded by flowers and wildlife in the sweet little rural settlement of Balquhidder, near Loch Voil in the gorgeous Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.
Quick Info
Sleeps: 6 | Bedrooms: 3 |
Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: Yes (3) |
No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
Once inside it is immediately evident that great care and attention has been put into the elegant furnishings and chic styling by the thoughtful owners whose finishing touches make it feel extra special. The heart of the house is the open plan sitting/dining room that is sure to be the place that draws guests in to relax and appreciate its welcoming atmosphere. What could be better than snuggling up in front of the roaring open fire of an evening with the beautiful views of trees and hills providing delightful distractions from whatever is on TV? At the entrance at the rear of the house a conservatory porch with seating further showcases the amazing scenery.
The well-appointed kitchen has everything needed to whip up some tasty delights and off it is a little utility room that keeps any laundry neatly out of the way and has useful storage space for boots and coats, etc.
All three bedrooms lie off the central hallway, along with a family bathroom, a cloakroom/WC and a snug area that is the ideal place to sit and devour a good book in peace and quiet. With two spacious double bedrooms, each with generous king-size beds and wonderful valley views, and a twin room to choose from the accommodation here offers everything desired plus so much more.
Once the gate is safely shut, the garden is completely enclosed which is perfect for children and pets. The cottage sits up around 300 metres of driveway with a gravelled parking area at the top with room for up to 3 cars. As the sloping garden is south-facing it gets the sun well into the evening and has a lovely dining and BBQ area that is positioned facing the outlook of the loch. A path meanders through the trees and wildflower meadow which makes for an idyllic walk.
A few minutes’ walk away in the kirkyard of Balquhidder Parish Church is the final resting place of the famous outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor who was nicknamed the ‘Scottish Robin Hood’.
As freshwater Loch Voil is also only a short walk away, which guests can access through the owner's field, it is a good place to head to for a paddle on fine days or to venture out onto the water in a canoe or kayak. Fishing for salmon and trout is also possible with permits available to buy from nearby Muirlaggan Farm.
Mhor 84 (2 miles) is a restaurant, café and bar which serves food all day long so it is an ideal stop off point for a drink or bite to eat at any time of the day. Its sister restaurant at the Monachyle Mhor Hotel (4 miles) further along the banks of Loch Voil offers more formal dining for those special meals.
Walkers and climbers will find plenty to keep them amused with nearby Ben More and Stob Binnein (4 miles) offering a challenging but rewarding climb with stunning views from the summit that make for good photo opportunities. Several downhill mountain biking trails run around the Kirkton Glen or, for a more serene ride the 4 Glens Loop allows for Glen Kendrum, Glen Dubh, Glen Dochart and Glen Ogle to all be taken in (20 kilometres in total).
Of course, no holiday in this area would be complete without a trip over to wonderful Loch Lomond itself (30 miles). On the eastern shore of the loch the towering Ben Lomond munro offers more opportunities for climbing and the chance to be one of the 30,000 people that make the trek up it every year.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Single Storey
Sitting/dining room with open fire and TV/DVD
Kitchen with gas hob and electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, etc
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave
Conservatory porch
Snug/reading area
Double bedroom (king-size)
Double bedroom (king-size)
Twin bedroom
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and wash basin
WC.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £25 of electricity is INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by meter reading at the end of your stay. Heating is by gas central heating (first £30 INCLUDED with any additional usage payable at the end of your stay) and open fire (starter pack INCLUDED and coal available to buy). WiFi is available. A maximum of 3 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 3 medium or 3 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
From 11/10/2024 to 14/10/2024
From 18/10/2024 to 21/10/2024
From 27/09/2024 to 30/09/2024
From 13/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
From 04/04/2025 to 07/04/2025
From 04/10/2024 to 07/10/2024
From 25/10/2024 to 28/10/2024
From 18/10/2024 to 21/10/2024
From 11/10/2024 to 14/10/2024
From 20/12/2024 to 23/12/2024
From 27/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
From 06/09/2024 to 09/09/2024
From 20/09/2024 to 23/09/2024
Changeover Day: Sat
Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 6 |
24 Aug 2024 - 13 Sep 2024 | £1,250.00 |
14 Sep 2024 - 04 Oct 2024 | £1,050.00 |
05 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024 | £1,250.00 |
26 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | £950.00 |
20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £1,550.00 |
28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £1,550.00 |
06 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025 | £950.00 |
01 Feb 2025 - 04 Apr 2025 | £1,050.00 |
05 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025 | £1,250.00 |
26 Apr 2025 - 02 May 2025 | £1,050.00 |
03 May 2025 - 23 May 2025 | £1,250.00 |
24 May 2025 - 30 May 2025 | £1,450.00 |
31 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025 | £1,250.00 |
28 Jun 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | £1,450.00 |
19 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 | £1,550.00 |
30 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | £1,250.00 |
13 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025 | £1,050.00 |
04 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025 | £1,250.00 |
25 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | £950.00 |
20 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | £1,550.00 |
28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | £1,550.00 |
06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA |
06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
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Well equipped quiet secluded cottage, comfy beds and fibre broadband. Found a stag on the front lawn one morning. Plenty...
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A really nice cottage, tucked away behind Balquidder. Quiet and relaxing, but only a short drive to Callander and easy t...
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Comfy and well equipped cottage with a great view. Lots of walks close by. Garden enclosed and dog friendly.
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Carnmore is a lovely cottage in a very special location: wonderfully peaceful with stunning views over Loch Voil and wal...
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Very nice location, bit isolated, calm with direct access to multiple wandering opportunities. Furnishing and facilities...
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