Callander Area Self Catering

Abade Self Catering, Dalreoch, Dunning, PH2 0QJ. A small group of hand-picked traditional lodges, unusual places to stay and quality holiday cottages, most around an hour's drive from Edinburgh and Glasgow. Make your choice from an idyllic loch side cottage, a castle or chapel apartment, a flat near Gleneagles, luxury town apartments in Perth and Crieff, a romantic hideaways for two, family homes where dogs are welcome and lodges in the Trossachs. All are within easy reach of a whole host of visitor attractions and outdoor activities. Abade Self Catering owners provide the flexibility of weekly lets, short breaks and several properties offer a completely flexible approach to length of stay and date of arrival and departure. Abade aims to give you exactly what you want in a location that's perfect for what you want to do, whether it be a holiday, business trip or visiting friends and family. Visit our website to see prices, availability and book online. Late booking discounts. Tel: +44 (0)1764 684100.
E-mail: admin@abade.co.uk
WWW: www.abade.co.uk

Ballat Smithy Cottage, Ballat Smithy, Balfron Station, G63 0SE. STB 4 Star Self Catering. Green Tourism Business Scheme Silver Award. Situated on the threshold of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park and with lovely views of the Campsie Fells, Ballat Smithy Cottage is a charming property which was built around 1830 by the Duke of Montrose for his Buchanan estates. With plenty to see and do in the area, both on the doorstep and further afield, you'l find this a great base for touring. Accommodation at Ballat Smith Cottage comprises a sitting/dining room and kitchen, a family bathroom with electric shower and two bedrooms which can be offered either as doubles or twins. Outside there is a pretty garden, private parking and storage for bikes. Open all year. Prices range from £295-£465 per week. All heating, electricity, linen and towels are included plus cleaning materials and a selection of Scottish produce. Short break rates may be available. Please note: the cottage is strictly no smoking cannot accept pets. Contact: Anne Currie. Tel: 01360 440 269.
E-mail: a.h.currie@btopenworld.com
WWW: www.ballatsmithycottage.com

Balmenoch Cottage, Glen Lyon. The longest of the Scottish glens and arguably one of the loveliest, Glen Lyon is located 18 miles west of Aberfeldy. Balmenoch Cottage is on the Roro Estate, a typical Highland property which has been beautifully refurbished to provide comfortable accommodation for up to 4 guests. Standing in its own large grass garden, this charming property comprises a spacious open plan kitchen/dining/lounge with open fire and all modern appliances, one double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, one twin room and a shower room. From the door, there are lovely walks along the glen or on the surrounding hills - look out for the beautiful waterfall which tumbles down close to the cottage. Loch Tay, with a choice of watersports is close by and the pretty villages of Killin and Kenmore are just a short drive from here. Open all year. From £325-£475 per week including provision of bed linen, towels and electricity. Short breaks available. No smoking. Pet friendly. Tel: +44 (0)1835 822277.
WWW: www.unique-cottages.co.uk/cottages/central/perthshire/balmenoch_cottage

Benvane Cottage, Strathyre, FK18 8NG. At the end of a private no through road, in an idyllic area of woodland near the hamlet of Balnaha and less than 1 mile from Strathyre, Benvane Cottage enjoys spectacular mountain views. This charming semi-detached cottage sleeps up to 6 adults, or 4 adults and 3 children, and offers seclusion whilst at the same time being within walking distance of local amenities. The accommodation comprises a fully fitted kitchen with all modern appliances, a cosy lounge with wood burning stove, Freesat TV and DVD player, 3 bedrooms, a family bathroom, a separate WC and a large utility/drying room. Outside is an enclosed garden with private seating area and parking for several cars. Strathyre is the perfect base from which to explore and enjoy the whole of the Trossachs National Park and you'll find a host of activities and attractions close by. Open all year. Rates from £140 per week including provision of all bed linen and towels. Contact: Kay Paterson. Tel: +44 (0) 1877 389032. Mobile: +44 (0) 7968 768 057.
E-mail: jean_macalpines@yahoo.co.uk
WWW: www.dreamsscotland.com

Earnknowe Self Catering Cottages, Lochearnhead, FK19 8PY. STB 3 Star Self Catering. Facing south across Loch Earn and with views to the mountains beyond, Earnknowe comprises 5 self catering cottages offering comfortable accommodation for from 2-4 guests. 3 cottages are tasteful conversions of former farm buildings. Named Arran, Bute and Cumbrae, these characterful properties each have an open plan living/dining room with wood burning stove, a fully fitted kitchen, a family bathroom and twin and double bedrooms. Kintyre is a cosy timber cottage just for 2. This charming property comes highly appointed, has an open plan living area, one double bedroom and a shower room. Mull is a recent addition; a a modern and superbly equipped lodge for 4 which is Disabled Category 3 listed. The accommodation is on one level and comprises an ‘L’ shaped living area with a fully equipped kitchen, double and twin bedrooms and a large shower room. Open all year. Rates from £180-£410 per week. Contact Pam and Lawrence Hopkins. Tel/Fax: 01567 830238.
E-mail: enquiries@earnknowe.co.uk
WWW: www.earnknowe.co.uk

Forth Cottages - Self Catering properties in the upper Forth Valley. STB 4 Star Self Catering. Our three delightful self-catering cottages in the upper Forth valley are all in ideal locations to take advantage of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, as well as being within easy reach of historic Stirling and the larger cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Comprising Brucehill Cottage at Port of Menteith, sleeping up to 6, Larne Coachhouse at Kippen, sleeping up to 4 and Staball'Ard at Aberfoyle, also for up to 4, all properties are quality assured and we take every effort to provide all the facilities you may need in a home away from home. Pets are welcome. For further details, photographs, pricing and availability see our website. For your convenience we also accept online booking and payment. Open all year. Rates from £250-£460 per week including all linen, towels, gas and electricity. Short break rates available. Contact: Roland Howe. Tel: 01786 871197.
E-mail: info@forthcottages.com
WWW: www.forthcottages.com

Lomond View Cottage, 9 Balleich, Manse Road, Aberfoyle, FK8 3XF. STB 4 Star Self Catering. This fully modernised semi-detached cottage is on the outskirts of Aberfoyle in the heart of The Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. Lomond View Cottage overlooks Ben Lomond to the north and enjoys an idyllic and peaceful location off a quiet forest road. Set in its own secure garden which is ideal for both children and pets, this charming property offers highly appointed accommodation for up to 4 guests in two bedrooms, a ground floor twin room and a double upstairs. The cottage is in a perfect location for walking and cycling with 500 kilometres of tracks and paths, quite literally, on your doorstep. Aberfoyle village, just a short 10 minute stroll away, has a range of amenities including shops, bars and restaurants. Open all year. Rates from £300-£450 per week. Short breaks available in low season (3 nights minimum stay) from £65 per night. Rates include all electricity, gas, towels and linen. Contact: Pauline Alexander. Tel: +44 (0)1877 382 427.
E-mail: info@lomondviewcottage.com
WWW: www.lomondviewcottage.com