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Ghillie's Cottage

(Ref. 1192289)

Killin, Stirling Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Two bedrooms with TVs: 1 x king-size with en-suite roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Underfloor heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, coffee maker, kettle, toaster
  • TV, Bluetooth audio system, WiFi
  • Fuel, power, firewood, and kindling inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • Off-road parking
  • Decking with furniture and hot tub
  • One well-behaved pet welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.1 miles, river 0.1 miles
  • Note: Welcome pack provided
  • Note: Scottish Holiday Let License number: ST00123F
  • Note: EPC Band C

The property

Ghillie’s Cottage is an exceptional lodge resting on the banks of the River Lochay in Killin, Stirling, complete with off-road parking, a private hot tub, and a woodburning stove.

Set across a single storey, this thoughtfully arranged retreat welcomes four guests and combines traditional character with a riverside setting that shapes the entire stay.

Step inside and the open-plan living space unfolds with light coming through doors that open directly onto the decking, drawing the river into view from the moment you arrive.

The kitchen and dining area sit neatly within this space, creating an easy flow for preparing meals and gathering together, while the sitting area is anchored by a woodburning stove, offering a focal point as the evening settles in.

Underfloor heating runs throughout, adding to the sense of warmth beneath your feet.

Two bedrooms sit just beyond the main space, each with its own en-suite.

The king-size room features a roll-top bath alongside a separate shower, while the twin room is served by its own walk-in shower.

Each bedroom maintains a sense of privacy, making the layout well-suited to couples travelling together or small families.

Outside, the decking stretches alongside the river, where seating invites you to pause and take in the changing light across the water.

The hot tub is positioned to enjoy this outlook, offering a different perspective throughout the day as the river continues to flow past.

From the cottage, Killin lies within walking distance, where the Falls of Dochart provide a striking natural landmark as water rushes over a series of rock formations in the heart of the village.

Loch Tay extends beyond, offering scenic walks along its shoreline and opportunities to explore the wider landscape.

Head to Aberfeldy to visit The Birks of Aberfeldy, where woodland paths wind through steep-sided gorge scenery, or step into Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery to learn more about the area’s whisky heritage.

For those drawn further afield, Ben Lawers offers walking routes through one of Scotland’s most recognisable mountain landscapes, with views stretching across Perthshire.

Ghillie’s Cottage offers a memorable base for discovering this part of Stirling.

Note: This property can be booked with refs. 1204780, 1192286, 1204781, 1192287, 1192288, 1192289, 1204782, 1204783, 1204785, 1204786, and 1204787, together sleeping up to 36 guests.

EPC Rating: Band C

Loch Tay Lodges

Loch Tay Lodges is a handcrafted collection of exceptional lodges and retreats set along the banks of the River Lochay and the shores of Loch Tay in Killin, Stirling. This impressive group of properties offers a varied and memorable Highland escape for couples, families, and friends alike. Thoughtfully positioned to make the most of their surroundings, each lodge is shaped by its connection to water. Set along the banks of the River Lochay and the shores of Loch Tay, this remarkable collection of lodges and cottages rests on the edge of Killin, Stirling, offering a selection of distinctive retreats shaped by water, landscape, and thoughtful design. Set within this remarkable Highland landscape, these thoughtfully crafted properties range from intimate escapes for two to spacious lodges ideal for families and friends, all unified by a strong connection to the surrounding scenery. Many sit directly on the riverbank, while others are elevated above Loch Tay, offering ever-changing views shaped by light, weather, and the flow of the water itself. Across the collection, open-plan living spaces and expansive glazing bring the outdoors into focus, with interiors arranged to frame the rivers, loch, and distant hills from morning through to evening. Distinctive architectural features, including circular designs, vaulted ceilings, and glass-fronted gables, add character throughout, while underfloor heating and carefully considered layouts create inviting spaces to gather and spend time together. Outside, private decking areas extend towards the water’s edge, complete with hot tubs positioned to take in the surrounding landscape, providing a natural setting for slower moments at any time of day. Killin itself lies just moments away, where the Falls of Dochart form a striking focal point in the village centre, cascading beneath historic stone bridges, while Killin Golf Club sits nearby for those looking to spend time outdoors. Along Loch Tay, scenic stretches lead towards Kenmore, where the Scottish Crannog Centre offers insight into ancient lochside living, and waterside walks reveal wide views across the landscape. A short journey brings you to Aberfeldy, home to The Birks of Aberfeldy, a woodland gorge of winding trails and waterfalls, as well as Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery, where visitors can explore the area’s whisky heritage. For those drawn further into the Highlands, Ben Lawers and Glen Lyon introduce dramatic mountain scenery, with walking routes and viewpoints that define this part of Scotland. Loch Tay Lodges create a remarkable base for experiencing Killin and its surrounding landscapes from a truly unique perspective.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

Where you’ll be staying

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KILLIN

Aberfeldy 22 miles; Pitlochry 36 miles; Perth 44 miles.

The village of Killin, on the edge of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, in the area of Breadalbane, sits across the stunning Falls of Dochart and has been settled since ancient times. Cup markings on rocks and stone circles tell of an ancient race that inhabited this area. Christianity came to Breadalbane in the 8th century with St Fillan with the Mill bearing his name and St Fillan’s Day held on the 3rd Tuesday in January. The village is strongly associated with two renowned clans, Clan Campbell and Clan MacNab. Finlarig Castle, to the north of the village, was the Campbell stronghold and the MacNabs have their ancient burial ground of Inchbuie near the bridge over the falls. Killin today is a popular tourist destination, due in no small part to the use of the falls in various films and television programmes. The village today has a varied selection of shops, bars and restaurants and watersports are available on nearby Loch Tay. Ideal for walking, Killin has Ben Lawers, the highest of the surrounding Bens, to the north and Ben More and Stobinian to the west.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas

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