Finnich Steading Cottages lie secluded in the tranquil countryside of their own 220 acre rural estate on the edge of Loch Lomond National Park outside the picture perfect village of Croftamie. Sitting in peaceful elegance among the rolling hills and ancient woodland, Finnich Cottages provide all the comforts and high standards you’d expect from a luxury holiday let offering breathtaking uninterrupted views to Ben Lomond yet are conveniently only 15 miles from Glasgow.
The Cottages have been lovingly restored around the courtyard of the beautiful 19th Century red sandstone steading with a thoughtfulness that combines luxury with practicality. Each cottage has been renovated to the highest standards of convenience and comfort whilst retaining the character of traditional features.
At Finnich Cottages we specialise in providing luxury accomodation and a wonderful experience that supports the local community and environment so whether you want to relax amongst the outstanding scenery or engage in any of the many activities on offer, Finnich Cottages are sure to meet your every need.
The perfect location for some real relaxation with family or friends. Take things at your own pace, relax and appreciate these magnificent surroundings.
The Cottages
Finnich Steading Cottages which are family owned and managed, lie hidden on the edge of the Loch Lomond National Park in beautiful rural surroundings on the private Finnich Country Estate. From the cottages there are uninterrupted views 13 miles to Ben Lomond, yet the pretty Stirlingshire villages of Drymen and Killearn are only 3 miles away.
The cottages have been created round the courtyard of the beautiful 19th Century red sandstone steading, which has recently undergone a total renovation programme. Each cottage has been rebuilt to the highest standards of convenience and comfort while retaining the character and features of the old buildings. In addition to the landscaped courtyard with its large communal games room, each cottage has an outdoor patio with views out over the woods and fields. There is ample parking available and a large grass play area.
Each cottage is beautifully furnished and equipped to the highest standard with large living areas with wooden floors, modern fully equipped kitchens, round dining tables and separate living areas with comfortable sofas and armchairs. All windows are double glazed with full length curtains or blinds and all are equipped with Sky TV, DVD, CD player and WiFi. Each unit has a separate central heating system with ample supplies of hot water for the luxuriously fitted bathrooms and showers. In the courtyard there is a shared laundry and drying room with ironing facilities.
Rowan Cottage
Rowan is a one bedroom cottage with a King Size bed and memory foam mattress. The light open plan living area with its fully equipped L shaped kitchen has a large west facing window giving views across the parkland to Ben Lomond. There is a round pine dining table with dining chairs and a comfortable sitting area with a sofa bed. The modern bathroom is fitted with a large shower unit. The cottage is suitable for partially disabled guests with its wide doors.
Oak Cottage
A two bedroom cottage on two floors facing South and West. The downstairs living area comprises a long modern kitchen with a round dining table and a glass door leading into a round walled private patio. The living area has stunning views across the fields and is fully furnished with a double sofa bed and comfortable armchairs. There is a separate downstairs cloakroom with basin and WC. The beautiful hemlock wood stairs lead to the fully carpeted first floor. The Master bedroom with a King size bed has a long window facing West with its outstanding views. There are also a hand wash basin, a hanging cupboard and a dressing table. The second bedroom with twin beds has ample cupboard space, a dressing table and an antique writing desk. Between the bedrooms is a large bathroom with a basin, bath with a shower unit and a full length hot towel rail.
Birch Cottage
A two bedroom cottage over two floors with a private patio. The ground floor consists of a comfortable living area with a large South facing window. It is furnished with a comfortable sofa and armchairs and opens onto the modern fully equipped L shaped kitchen and a dining area. There is a separate downstairs cloakroom with basin and WC. A glass door leads out from the dining area onto the South facing stone and brick patio leading to the park. The hemlock wood stairs lead to two bedrooms which are fully carpeted, one with a King size bed and the other with twin beds. Between them off the landing, is a modern bathroom with a shower and vanity unit
Sycamore Cottage
A delightful cottage for a romantic retreat or a break away in glorious surroundings. Perfectly placed to make the most of Loch Lomond, Sycamore Cottage is a charming conversion of an old steading bakery. The holiday cottage is newly and freshly renovated and consists of a double bedroom with a King sized bed and a shower room with a large powerful corner shower. The pretty new kitchen leads into the open plan living room with a dining table and chairs, comfortable sofa and easy chair, TV, DVD and audio equipment. A large glass door leads onto the private paved patio with lawns and old trees stretching away into Finnich's parkland.
Finnich Steading Cottages are perfectly placed for visitors to explore some of the most beautiful scenery in Scotland. The Loch Lomond National Park provides a huge range of outdoor activities including water sports, hiking and biking. The famous West Highland Way passes through the charming village of Drymen a short distance away. Riding, golf on a variety of courses and fishing on the river Endrick can all be arranged. The local area provides a range of friendly pubs and small restaurants, art galleries, a range of shops, and an excellent medical centre. Glengoyne Distillery is only 3 miles away and caters for visitors seven days a week.
The cottages are surrounded by extensive gardens, fields and woodlands, far away from any public road - a paradise for children of all ages to feel free and safe in this natural environment. There is a large area with a play ground and a sand-pit immediately beyond the patios of the cottages and for the older children there are cycle paths, a tennis court and miles of unspoiled countryside to explore in safety.
Golf - Finnich Steading Cottages are ideally placed to visit world-class Scottish courses including Loch Lomond and Gleneagles. Local courses who welcome visitors include Buchanan Castle, Hilton Park and The Vale of Leven. There is also Strathendrick Golf Club, a nine-hole public course on the outskirts of Drymen just 3 miles away.
Nestled alongside the bonnie banks of the loch it is a parkland treasure that has come to be known A private club for the exclusive use of its members and their guests.
A winning blend of natural beauty and golfing adventure, with three championship golf courses' Created by Jack Nicklaus, the PGA Centenary Course is the Host Venue for The 2014 Ryder Cup, where the cream of European and American golf will battle it out on Scottish soil for the first time in more than 40 years. Opened in 1919, the masterful King's has tested the powers of golfing aristocracy for almost a hundred years. The natural beauty of the Queen's is an inspirational battle of wits for anyone in love with the great game.
Buchanan Castle offers golfers a fair but challenging round of golf in a unique setting, with mountains, river and forest scenery near the shores of Loch Lomond. It is a stunningly beautiful parkland course.
Two interesting moorland courses designed by James Braid set amid beautiful scenery.
Hilton: 18 holes, 6,054 yards, par 70 (SSS 70).
Allander: 18 holes, 5,374 yards, par 69 (SSS 70).
The Vale of Leven Golf Club was formed in 1907 and the course is situated on the east side of the valley overlooking the surrounding area with some tremendous views of Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond. From the highest point of the course the view extends as far as Dumbarton Rock and the Clyde estuary. Classed as part parkland and part heathland the course has been described as a hidden gem with undulating fairways and fast greens.
Some of the holes are tricky with undulating fairways and greens, but the course remains a fair one in which you are capable of shooting a low round.
Contact & Enquiries
For more information or to make a booking, call 01360 660257.
E Mail: enquiries@finnichcottages.com
Website: Finnichcottages.com
]]>Loch Lomond Cottages, Accommodation Scotland, Self Catering Holiday Homes
3 newly built traditional style cottages await to welcome you in the heart of the picturesque Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.
Close to the village of Luss on the western shore of Loch Lomond, Craigton Cottages offers the perfect base to explore the area or relax & unwind in front of a roaring fire.
We are delighted to welcome you to Craigton Cottages. We are based close to the Bonnie banks of Loch Lomond and while being surrounded by wildlife and serene beauty, thre is an abundance of leisure activities right on our door step. There is something for everyone from the action-packed to sedate. Try the many watersports on offer, enjoy magnificent views from Ben Lomond, cycle the Loch Lomond cyclepath, play golf, visit historic houses and gardens… Based at Craigton, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
The Cottages
Quarry Cottage (Sleeps 4)
Quarry Cottage has a master bedroom with king-size bed & en-suite plus a twin bedroom and separate bathroom with shower. Open-plan kitchen with oven & hob,dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Utility with washer & drier. Spacious living/dining area with wood-burning stove and patio doors leading to garden with seating area and barbecue. Quarry cottage has level-access doorways and is all on ground floor.
Piper’s Cottage (Sleeps 6)
Piper’s Cottage has a master bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite shower room on the first floor. On the ground floor there are two twin rooms and family bathroom with shower. Kitchen with oven & hob, dishwasher, fridge and freezer opens onto spacious living/dining area with wood burner and patio doors leading to garden with seating area and barbecue. Utility with washer and drier.
Cruach Dubh (Sleeps 8)
Cruach Dubh – Ground floor twin bedroom has en-suite bathroom with separate shower. 3 further bedrooms upstairs; one king-size bed with en-suite shower room, one king-size bed with en-suite bathroom including separate shower, one twin room plus family bathroom with shower. Lounge with wood burning stove and patio doors leading to garden with seating area and barbecue. Spacious kitchen with range cooker, dishwasher & fridge/freezer leading to bright dining room. Cloakroom toilet and utility with washer and drier.
Visit Inchmurrin, Loch Lomond’s largest island. Cruise on Loch Lomond’s Mailboat and deliver mail to the 3 inhabited islands. Enjoy a speedboat trip to Inchconnachan and spot the wallabies who live there, or pack a picnic for Inchmoan, Loch Lomond’s best sandy beach.
SPORTS
Canoe : Waterski & Wakeboard : Cycle : Mountain-biking : Walking : Fishing: Quad-biking: Archery: Riding : Swim: Gym : Ski & Snowboard
Golf
Play 3 local courses with the Loch Lomond Golf Pass Cardross, Helensburgh & Buchanan Castle www.lochlomondgolfpass.com
Cardross Golf Club was founded in 1895. The current golf course layout benefited from design changes recommended by James Braid, which were implemented in 1921. Generous undulating fairways and large deciduous trees are features of the golf course and it tends to play much longer than the yardage suggests.
With stunning panoramic views across the Clyde Estuary towards Arran and over the Loch Lomond to the Trossachs, our exciting moorland course is a 'Must Play' experience.
Buchanan Castle offers golfers a fair but challenging round of golf in a unique setting, with mountains, river and forest scenery near the shores of Loch Lomond. It is a stunningly beautiful parkland course.
Play 5 courses with the National Park Golf Pass; Aberfoyle, Buchanan Castle, Callander, Killin & St. Fillans.:
Aberfoyle lies South of Loch Lomond but high on the Menteith Hills. This course is very up and down but is quite short, so it is not over challenging.
The backdrop at Callander is as uplifting as the course is diverse and it is a pleasure to see your ball scorching towards its target against such scenery. Designed by Old Tom Morris this is a scenic, wooded parkland course with panoramic views to Ben Ledi, fantastically diverse holes and well-maintained greens.
A picturesque 9 hole course set in the beautiful scenery of the Perthshire Highlands. Often described as the most beautiful 9 hole golf course in Scotland.
Considering the imposing hills that surround the course, the terrain is surprisingly level, and is popular with those new to the sport yet proves to be a difficult course to score well on for the more experienced player, superb green keeping and breathtaking scenery.
The Carrick Golf Club is one not to miss. There is a choice of two course; the nine hole Wee Demon and the unforgettable Carrick Course. The Carrick Course runs alongside the banks of Loch Lomond and offers stunning views of the spectacular landscape.
For more information, please contact us:
Craigton Cottages
Craigton
By Luss
Argyll
G83 8NX
Tel: 01389 850289
E Mail: morag.scott@btinternet.com
Website: www.craigtonlochlomond.co.uk
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Darleith is set within 32 acres of the private Darleith country estate it offers tranquility yet only a short drive to many local visitor attractions. Situated 2 miles from the conservation village of Cardross on the edge of the Loch Lomond National Park, which is only 20 minutes away.
This location offers you the peace of the countryside where deer, barn owls, buzzards, kestrels and various other wild life can be seen. The Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park HQ is based in Balloch, Loch Lomond. Around Loch Lomond you can find something for everyone,shopping, Segways, kayaking, salmon and trout angling, clay pigeon shooting, coarse fishing, cycling. There is also horse ridinga nd 4x4 off roading for the more adventurous.
Helensburgh is just six miles way which gives you access to the West Highland Line to transport you to Fort William. Hill House one of Charles Rennie MacKintosh’s greatest creations sits at the top of Helensburgh. The Waverley, Britain’s last ocean-going paddle-steamer, sails from Helensburgh to the Kyles of Bute during the summer. Cardross, Helensburgh and Balloch offer a selection of great restaurants and pubs with live entertainment.
Accommodation
Darleith Mews is a recently completed luxury 2 bedroom self-catering flat offers a high standard of self catering accommodation. It has a master bedroom with a king size double bed, ensuite toilet and a shower.
The twin bedroom has two single beds. All linen is provided. There is also a family shower room, a fully equipped kitchen and an outside decking area with tables chairs and a barbecue.
The Darleith Luxury Self Catering flat has recently been completed to a high specification. It is located in its own grounds within a country estate. We have a Scottish Tourist Board four star self-catering accommodation rating.
Facilities List
Ample parking
Open plan Lounge/Kitchen/Dining room
The modern lounge is beautifully furnished. It includes a Sofa bed for extra sleeping accommodation, Flat screen TV, FreeSat, DVD player, games, books and jigsaws are also available.
The spacious, bright and modern fitted kitchen includes hob, oven, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. (Tumble dryer available if required)
Master bedroom King size bed, with ensuite shower room
Twin bedroom, family shower room
Outside decking with table, chairs and barbeque
Sleeps up to 6 people with sofa bed in living area
Towels and linen are all included.
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Outside Recreation Area
A decking area with table, chairs and barbeque has been provided as a recreation are to the rear of the property.
Golf: The flat is ideally placed for the golf enthusiast with a multitude of golf courses within an hour's drive. Just some of these these include :
Cardross Golf Club, :Generous undulating fairways and large deciduous trees are features of the golf course and it tends to play much longer than the yardage suggests.
Helensburgh Golf Club, :With stunning panoramic views across the Clyde Estuary towards Arran and over the Loch Lomond to the Trossachs, our exciting moorland course is a 'Must Play' experience.
Dumbarton Golf Club :Dumbarton Golf Club, a stunning parkland golf course, founded in 1888 is designed to test the straightest of drivers.
Vale of Leven Golf Club, : Classed as part parkland and part heathland the course has been described as a hidden gem with undulating fairways and fast greens.
The Carrick, :The Carrick on Loch Lomond is the 71-par course designed by the acclaimed golf course designer Doug Carrick, this stunning course uses every inch of the dramatic landscape
Buchanan Castle Golf Club, :A fair but challenging round of golf in a unique setting, with mountains, river and forest scenery near the shores of Loch Lomond
Strathendrick Golf Club, :Situated on the undulating banks of the River Endrick and offers breathtaking views of Ben Lomond and the picturesque Campsie Hills
Clydebank Golf Club Undulating parkland course with tree-lined fairways and well-bunkered greens.
Windyhill Golf Club, With magnificent vistas across the city of Glasgow to the south and the Campsies and Kilpatrick Hills to the north you'll be amazed at the views !
Douglas Park Golf Club, The layout has been updated and all our greens have been meticulously prepared to USGA standards ensuring reliable putting surfaces throughout the year
Milngavie Golf Club This absolutely stunning location provides fantastic views over Glasgow and the central belt as far as the Pentland Hills, and also across to the Campsies and to Ben Lomond.
Clober Golf Club The course measures 4963 yards, par 66 for men and 4514 yards, par 67 for ladies and is a very enjoyable test for all levels of golfers.
Hilton Park Golf Cub, Two interesting moorland courses designed by James Braid set amid beautiful scenery.
Hilton: 18 holes, 6,054 yards, par 70 (SSS 70).
Allander: 18 holes, 5,374 yards, par 69 (SSS 70).
Balmore Golf Club, The Vardon-designed course enjoys spectacular, uninterrupted views across majestic countryside.
Aberfoyle Golf Club Lies South of Loch Lomond but high on the Menteith Hills. This course is very up and down but is quite short, so it is not over challenging.
Campsie Golf Club . The 18 hole course works its way above the picturesque village of Lennoxtown, and offers stunning views over the surrounding areas.
Scotland is golfing country and as you would expect, there are many more courses within a couple of hour's drive. These include exclusive and world famous championship courses such as Troon, Muirfield, Turnberry, Prestwick, Gleneagles, Carnoustie and St. Andrews.
For more information, availability and reservations please contact:
Darleith Mews Self Catering
Mrs Mary Cant
Darleith House
Darleith Road
Cardross G82 5HL
Telephone: 01389 841377
Mobile: 07711 903012
E Mail: m6ryc1@o2.co.uk
Website: www.darleithselfcatering.co.uk
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