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Braeface Cottage

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Banknock near Bonnybridge, Stirling Show on map

5.0

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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31 Customer Reviews

  • "We had a wonderful week at Braeface cottage."

    An idyllic rural setting but close to main roads and very easy to reach cities and attractions in the area. The cottage itself is lovely, comfortable and well equipped. The garden is brilliant for those with dogs (our greyhound loved it). We were warmly welcomed and really appreciated the welcome pack which was incredibly thoughtful. We simply had an amazing Scottish break.

    We are glad you had a great holiday . Sorry we missed you Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0Sep 2024

  • "A beautiful and very well equipped cottage, in a perfect location."

    Owners were very welcoming and really helpful throughout our week.

    Thanks for the feedback , your welcome back anytime Property Owner

    Reviewed by Maureen5.0Sep 2024

  • "Excellent property, extremely comfortable and well equipped."

    Very dog friendly with superb enclosed garden. Perfect location to explore the area. Owners are super helpful, friendly and approachable for any information you may need. One of the very best cottages we have had the pleasure to stay in.

    Glad you guys had a great time and thanks for the lovely review Property Owner

    Reviewed by Steve5.0Sep 2024

  • "Beautiful, clean and comfortable cottage with lovely gardens and a great patio area."

    Facilities were excellent and everything you would require for a great stay was there. Very secure and dog friendly too which was a bonus and communication from the owners was excellent. It is in an ideal location for visiting Stirling, Edinburgh, Falkirk, Glasgow and also surrounding countryside. I would definitely recommend Braeface cottage to anyone thinking of booking it!

    Big Thanks for the lovely feedback Property Owner

    Reviewed by Christina5.0Aug 2024

  • "Great property in a lovely location with good views."

    Very well equipped with everything we needed on the ground floor. Beautiful garden with a large patio for long summer evenings! Ample on site parking. Hosts were ever so helpful too.

    Thanks Pauline, glad you enjoyed your break Property Owner

    Reviewed by Pauline5.0Aug 2024

  • "This was the perfect stay."

    The cottage is beautiful inside and the gardens, both front and rear, are a joy to sit in. Rob (owner) made us feel very welcome and was on hand for anything we needed. The surrounding area has an array of shops to cater for all your needs (CoOp, takeaways, etc) and the location is a great base from which to see the sites of Scotland (Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel, Stirling, etc). The highlight for us was a visit to Falkland for high tea in a quaint village with nice shops. We highly recommend this property and would not hesitate to revisit.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback Property Owner

    Reviewed by Richard5.0Aug 2024

  • "We had an amazing one week at Braeface Cottage."

    Lynn and Rob were the most amazing host. We had some great treats waiting for us on arrival. Rob came by to greet us and say hello and gave us loads of ideas on how to spend our one week. Everything in the cottage was set to high standards, it's comfy and cosy both, The most beautiful part of our stay had to be the scenic beauty of the location. Some breath taking sights over looking the cottage. And what can we say about the beautiful garden ! It made even our rainy days so bright. We had a comfortable stay and would recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a central location touring Scotland,

    Thanks for the great feedback and you guys have a lovely family and hope your mum enjoyed her holiday Maybe see you again one day Property Owner

    Reviewed by Bhavna5.0Jul 2024

  • "Lovely cottage in a peaceful location with beautifully enclosed garden which provided us with a great relaxing stay."

    Excellent hosts who popped in on arrival to show us how heating , cooker etc worked and provided us with information on good places to take the dog for walks.

    Thanks Lindsay , we are happy you all had a great holiday Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lindsay5.0Jul 2024

  • "Dog friendly, super clean and great homeowners have made our holiday at the Braeface Cottage a great success."

    Even the neighbors play a role in the hospitality of this beautiful rural home. Great area for walking, quiet neighborhood and excellent base to be able to visit nature but also to be able to visit the big cities nearby. All this is made possible by very attentive host and hostess. In short, an unforgettable holiday! Koos & Sandra from The Netherlands

    Loved meeting you guys . You were the perfect guests . Maybe see you again one day Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sandra5.0Jun 2024

  • "It was a lovely cottage with beautiful views and nice gardens, very dog friendly ..."

    It was a lovely cottage with beautiful views and nice gardens, very dog friendly and the owners couldn't have been nicer, very helpful, would definitely recommend…

    Hi Stephen ,it looked like you guys had a good break .glad you liked the cottage Hopefully see you all again .. Rob Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0Jun 2024

  • "Exellent cottage ideally situated for many places."

    Situated in peaceful surroundings. Very friendly hosts couldn't have been more helpful. Very comfy beds and highly recommended.

    Thanks for being the perfect guests. You guys left the cottage very tidy . Welcome back anytime Property Owner

    Reviewed by Maureen5.0Jun 2024

  • "Fabulous cottage in a great location ideal for exploring Central Scotland with lots of walks nearby too."

    Lynne’s sister Terri made us very welcome, Rob & Lynne we’re on holiday, great garden for Paddy our dog. We had a great time, only wished our stay was longer.

    Reviewed by Ronald5.0May 2024

  • "Our only suggestion would be to have a squeegee in the bathroom so we could wipe down the shower glass after use!"

    Everything else was perfect and it was especially handy to have the smart TV which gave us access to varied entertainment after a long day out.

    Reviewed by Karen5.0Apr 2024

  • "Can’t say anything negative about Braeface cottage."

    It is clean, modern and comfortable and has everything you need. Rob and Lynne are great hosts and left us a lovely welcome gift of delicious treats. Our bichon, Paddy, loved the bed and treats and was totally safe in the enclosed garden. The location is beautiful with stunning views front and back and is an excellent base to visit the Falkirk wheel, Kelpies, Stirling, Glasgow and Loch Lomond . We would definitely return.

    Hi Brenda . Glad you had a great time you guys and paddy are welcome back anytime Property Owner

    Reviewed by Brenda5.0Apr 2024

  • "We stayed at this cottage for 5 nights the owners couldn’t have been more ..."

    We stayed at this cottage for 5 nights the owners couldn’t have been more helpful, leaving out there special touches for us and even the dog, the cottage is in a beautiful location yet so near the motorway, house was very comfortable and warm and had everything you need, will be recommending to friends

    Reviewed by Jane5.0Apr 2024

  • "Fantastic cottage and very helpful and attentive hosts."

    Everything exceeded expectations Had a fabulous break

    Glad you had a good holiday & thanks for the lovely comments Property Owner

    Reviewed by Keith5.0Apr 2024

  • "Braeface cottage is absolutely stunning and has everything you need for a relaxing break."

    The kitchen is fantastic, fully equipped with everything you could need and the views from the front and back of the property are exceptional. The bed and pillows were really comfortable. The host had left a welcome pack including milk, that was a really nice touch. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay thank you Rob & Lynne

    Thanks for the lovely feedback Julie .You guys left the cottage immaculate . Thanks for that & your welcome back anytime xx Property Owner

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Mar 2024

  • "Lovely cottage."

    Very clean. Ideal for visiting kelpies (25mins away) and other local attractions eg loch Lomond approx just over an hour. Property is comfortable with plenty of logs for the fire. Bathroom did not have a lock on the door but I mentioned this to the owner as a suggestion and she said it would be done that very day so they take on board any comments for improvements. I did take my one year old cocker spaniel but unlike some of the other reviews that say it's very safe in the garden for dogs I personally didn't feel it was safe enough to allow her off lead due to very low fences and gate at the front and large gaps under the side fence at the front. Her recall outside is fairly good but I just would not risk it. This comment is not meant as a criticism merely for information if you have a young dog or an escape artist dog... The owners do provide dog towels,dog bed, bowl and sofa covers so that was all great. Overall we had a lovely stay. Thank you.

    Thanks for your feedback , your points have been taken on board , We are planning on putting a board across the bottom of the fence to close off the 12 inch gap in case any small dogs squeeze under it , hopefully that will that should resolve it.glad you guys enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Tracey5.0Mar 2024

  • "Great cottage."

    Comfy, cosy and well equipped. Very dog friendly. Excellent hosts. It is a quiet rural location which means the pub and shops are a drive away but this is more than made up for by the countryside being on your doorstep.

    Hi George , Thanks for the nice review , glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner

    Reviewed by George5.0Feb 2024

  • "We had a lovely time at Braeface Cottage - unfortunately we were not very well during our stay, but the cottage was so comfortable that we didn't mind staying indoors."

    It has been very well restored and the open kitchen/living area is great, with views out to the fields. The cottage is a great base for exploring the local area. The hosts are very welcoming, and check-in to make sure that everything is ok.

    Such a shame you were ill on arrival ...At least in the cottage you were nice and warm Thanks for the lovely feedback Property Owner

    Reviewed by Nicola5.0Jan 2024

  • "Probably the best cottage we've stayed in of the dozens we've rented throughout the UK."

    Flawlessly renovated with top appliances and furnishings. Immaculately presented. Cosy but spacious. Perfectly situated amongst rolling hills and countryside yet within easy reach of all amenities. Near some of Scotland's best known cities and attractions. Greeted by a selection of local produce and treats courtesy of the owners who were kind, helpful and friendly yet unobtrusive. We stayed at Braeface Cottage during two of the worst storms for a decade and still loved it. We can't wait to return.

    Wow , Great feedback , Thank you for taking the time to send that in ...makes all the hard work worthwhile . your welcome back anytime Property Owner

    Reviewed by Petrina5.0Jan 2024

  • "Braeface cottage is a delightful detached cottage - very well presented, great garden for the dog and easy dog walk from the door."

    Owners very helpful and highly recommended.

    Reviewed by Toby5.0Dec 2023

  • "Great cottage."

    Beautifully modernised with fab kitchen area Property very clean and always nicely warm Everything we needed was on hand. Very comfortable beds and nice bed linen and towels Nice views from front and back and very easy and spacious on site parking Excellent and helpful owner nearby not in any way obtrusive and but available if needed Totally recommend this property with no negatives at all and would return

    Big Thanks for your lovely comments on our cottage Property Owner

    Reviewed by Nigel5.0Dec 2023

  • "We were surprised on arrival how beautiful this cottage was, everything you needed, comfort warmth and very well equipped in the kitchen, as I still love cooking away from home."

    We were handy for everywhere we wanted to visit, the motorway system is brilliant. The garden was secure for our dog Tilly, who appreciated her treats left by our host Rob, who might add was very helpful and considerate to make sure our stay was enjoyable. Thank you Rob and Lynne for letting us stay in your beautiful cottage, Margaret, Celia and Tilly, highly recommend this property..

    Thank you for your lovely feedback Property Owner

    Reviewed by Margaret5.0Dec 2023

  • "Outstanding accomodation which is dog friendly with lovely gardens The owners ..."

    Outstanding accomodation which is dog friendly with lovely gardens The owners had thought of everything you need for a wonderful stay We will definitely return again

    Janet, Thanks for the review and see you again in the future Property Owner

    Reviewed by Janet5.0Nov 2023

  • "Absolutely fantastic cottage, with everything you could possibly need and the perfect location to see Scotland!"

    Rob and Lynne are lovely hosts, who made us feel very welcome!

    Really appreciate your comments and great to see little Reuben enjoyed his 1st holiday in scotland ...xx Property Owner

    Reviewed by Charlotte5.0Nov 2023

  • "In short we loved our stay at Braeface Cottage."

    Returned home from a week of relaxation, peace and quite, just what the doctor ordered, staying at the Braeface Cottage. Rob and Lynne are very welcoming and and helpful, giving advice, information on where to go and places to take your dog. A welcome pack is provided just to help you settle in along with a number of basic items, milk for example. Rob and Lynne even provide towels for your dog and throws for the furniture. Rob called shortly after our arrival and talked us through the use of various items, tv, heating etc. Our dog Lara enjoyed the enclosed gardens, which gave us peace of mind while she was out exploring. The accommodation was very comfortable with just about everything you will need for your stay. Loved the big and very comfortable beds. My wife wanted to take the kitchen home only thing missing was a dryer. The property is well located for trips to Glasgow, Edinburgh and Sterling withe the Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel within easy reach. We did have a couple of minor issues, not enough to spoil our break, but on reporting these to Rob, these were addressed almost immediately. Yes we would recommend Braeface Cottage as a place to stay, and we are looking to rebook. Graham & Chrissie

    Thanks to you both and Lara for the lovely feedback. Glad you enjoyed your break. Your welcome back anytime xx Property Owner

    Reviewed by Graham5.0Oct 2023

  • "Superb cottage."

    Very comfortable and cosy. Great location and very helpful, friendly hosts. Thoroughly recommended.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback . Glad you guys enjoyed your stay Property Owner

    Reviewed by Simon5.0Oct 2023

  • "We couldn't fault Braeface Cottage, it's spacious, warm, comfortable and has open views front and back."

    It has recently been refurbished and extended to a very high standard and it certainly has the Wow Factor. Its exactly as seen in the photographs and is spotlessly clean throughout. The fabulous kitchen and dining room had everything we needed and was bright and airy due to the large windows area and velux roof lights. The bedrooms are tastefully decorated and the beds very comfortable. The lounge is also very comfortable and a really great space to relax in after a busy day exploring. We were pleased to meet Rob, the owner, who welcomed us on arrival and we thank him for both his friendliness and kindness. We have taken cottage holidays for many years and Braeface Cottage is up there with the best. Highly recommended.

    Big Thanks for this lovely review , you were both great guests to have stay over, Welcome back anytime Property Owner

    Reviewed by Peter4.7Oct 2023

  • "Wonderful comfortable cottage."

    Extremely attentive owners always on hand to make our break even more enjoyable. Excellent contained garden, front and rear, giving us peace of mind to let our greyhound roam. Lazy mornings followed by afternoon adventures to the local area, e.g. The Kelpies, ending with a cosy evening inside a lavishly comfortable cottage. You won’t be disappointed if you stay at this peaceful location.

    Reviewed by Martin5.0Sep 2023

  • "When we entered the cottage, we were really impressed at the size and also the decoration."

    The kitchen extension was breathtaking and we immediately knew we would be having a wonderful week. Rob popped in a few times to make sure we knew how to use the heating and show us other things we needed to know He also kept in touch by text and his personal touch was the perfect start to our break. A lovely host. The enclosed garden at the front and back of the cottage have us peace of mind to let harry wander about safely. He instantly adapted to his new home and the comfortable, warm , cosy interior was a major factor in this. Lazy mornings were followed by afternoon adventures to different destinations , e.g the kelpies. All this was ended by quiet, cosy evenings in our beautiful cottage. As 25 year veterans of pet friendly holidays all over Scotland and North England, We can heartily recommend staying at Braeface Cottage. You won't be dissapointed

    Martin, Karen And Harry The GreyhoundSep 2023

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Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Oil central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • Secure bike storage
  • Enclosed garden patio with furniture
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.5 miles, pub 2.2 miles
  • Note: Check-in from 16:00 and check-out by 10:00

The property

Bonnybridge 3.2 miles.

This well-presented cottage rests in the small village of Banknock, within the Falkirk area of Central Scotland.

Set over the ground-floor with an enclosed garden and contemporary furnishings, Braeface Cottage is a wonderful escape for two couples or a family, along with their canine companion, seeking a delightful abode in the heart of Scotland. The open-plan living space is light and airy, inviting you to settle down at the settee following a long day, complete with a woodburning stove and Smart TV for entertainment.

Cross over to the kitchen, boasting a sleek array of appliances to cater for your home-cooking needs, whilst the dining table is where all can gather to enjoy leisurely meals together.

When the sun is shining, take advantage of the garden patio, offering encompassing rural views and a lawned section where your four-legged friend can roam about.

As the night rolls in, choose from two neatly presented bedrooms, including a king-size and a double bed, whilst the bathroom provides choice of bath or shower over so you can best decide how to prepare for the day. Head out to the door and just down the road lies a convenience store, handy for picking up the essentials, whilst further amenities can be found in the town of Bonnybridge, including pubs and restaurants.

The nearby Callendar Park offers extensive green spaces, woodland trails, and a picturesque lake, perfect for leisurely walks, picnics, and family outings, whilst the surrounding countryside provides a backdrop for hiking, cycling, and exploring the great outdoors.

Slightly further afield lies Falkirk, a bustling town with a variety of shopping and cultural experiences, including the Falkirk Wheel, the Kelpies (monumental horse-head sculptures), and the Falkirk Stadium.

Ten miles north lies the historic city of Stirling, nestled on the banks of the River Forth, home to the magnificent fortress of Stirling Castle perched atop Castle Hill, whilst there is also iconic Wallace Monument to be seen, nestled on Abbey Craig and overlooking the city.

Book Braeface Cottage and uncover the best of this fascinating Scottish region.

EPC Rating: Band C

Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: FK-00023-F

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

BONNYBRIDGE

Falkirk 4.6 miles; Stirling 9.7 miles.

The small town of Bonnybridge sits north of the Forth and Clyde Canal near Falkirk. To the south-east of Bonnybridge is a well-preserved section of the Antonine Wall, and the remnants of Rough Castle Fort, the most complete of the surviving Roman forts of the wall. Within the town there is a selection of convenience stores and two pubs, Hardie’s Bar and the Old Station Bar. Nearby lies Torwood Castle, a 16th century structure two miles north-east of the town of Denny, whilst Plean Country Park is excellent walking and cycling amongst a wide variety of thriving animal and plant life. Ten miles north lies the city of Stirling, a fascinating city home to a great range of historic attractions and spectacular scenery, along with a host of eateries and shopping opportunities, ideal for a day out.

Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas