Unique 6 Bedroom Lodge, Views Of Loch / Sir Walter Scott Steamboat, Pier Cafe
House in Scotland
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
This superb six bedroom (12 person) lodge rests on the banks of Loch Katrine in the heart of Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Boasting superb loch views, the property is situated on the pier of Stronachlachar, from where the Sir Walter Scott Steamship departs on daily trips around the loch. There is also a cafe located on the pier which serves excellent food and drink (licensed) and rents out boats for fishing.
The area is a popular destination with walkers and cyclists, with permit fishing available for anglers. The nearby village of Aberfoyle offers a wide selection of pubs, restaurants and shops, with many golf courses available throughout the region. Loch Lomond is easily accessible by car, offering loch side cruises, a spa hotel, championship golf courses, an aquarium and selection of water sports. miles. The cities of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling are all accessible by car.
The Lodge comprises 1 x Super-king Bedroom, 2 x King-size Bedroom, 1 x Double Bedroom & 2 x Twin Bedrooms. It can accommodate 12 adults, plus infant (cot provided).
Ground Floor: Living room with wood burning stove, wooden floor & views over the loch. Spacious kitchen/dining room with wood burning stove and gas range (for cooking). Games room with slate bed pool/snooker tables, books & games. Separate toilet.
First floor: Double bedroom with Super-king bed. Double bedroom with King size bed. Twin bedroom with 2 x single beds. Bathroom with separate shower cubicle and toilet. Shower room and toilet.
Second floor: Double bedroom with King Size Bed, balcony and views over Loch Katrine. Double bedroom with Double bed & ensuite shower room. Twin bedroom with 2 x single beds. Shower room with toilet.
Outside (Upper Garden) - is located adjacent to the house. Whilst the area is mainly laid to grass, there is a BBQ area next to the kitchen. This area has wooden benches and a charcoal BBQ which can burn several different types of fuel, allowing you to cook on charcoal for eating and then move onto logs or firewood for when you want to sit around the fireplace and keep warm.
Outside (Lower Garden) - The lower garden fronts onto Loch Katrine and is next to Stronachlachar Pier. There are two patio areas with wooden benches and a large flat lawn area. There is also small forest area for exploring.
Things to do:
- 30 Seconds Away: The Pier Café. The home of great coffees and food...and some of the most spectacular views in Scotland is located at the bottom of the garden of Stronochlachar Lodge.
- 30 Seconds Away: Steamship Sir Walter Scott. Your stay at Stronachlachar Lodge will not be complete without a sail on the steamship the “Sir Walter Scott” or the “Lady of the Lake”. This is the perfect way to experience the beauty of Loch Katrine.
- 30 Seconds Away: Cycling Loch Katrine (from Stronachlachar or Trossachs Pier. It’s easy to hire a cycle for an hour or longer - or take your bike on board ‘Sir Walter Scott’ or ‘Lady of the Lake’ for the morning sail up to Stronachlachar then cycle back on the road along the scenic shores of Loch Katrine. With bikes for adults and kids it’s the perfect family day out - or you can even hire a tandem or electric!
- 30 Seconds Away: Walk Around Loch Katrine. There is a lovely walk along picturesque Loch Katrine that leaves from Stronachlachar Pier ....and can be combined with the steamer sailing from Trossachs Pier.
- 10 Minutes Away: Loch Ard Sculpture Trail. The Loch Ard family Sculpture trail consists fo 16 miles of routes for cyclists, walkers and horse riders. It runs through a wide variety of terrain and past many impressive sights, including Loch Ard itself, Loch Chon, Duchray Water and Kelty Water.
- 10 Minutes Away: Lochside Yoga. Based in the village of Kinlochard, Lochside Yoga offers regular yoga classes and activities for anyone interested in developing their yoga practice, or who just likes to get a good stretch and feel relaxed at the end of a yoga class or session.
- 10 Minutes Away: Go Country, Kinlochard. Go Country is one of the premier outdoor activities organisation in Scotland based in the idyllic Trossachs on the shores of Loch Ard. They offer a range of outdoor activities to suit all interests and ages. They provide a full range of activities including their unique waterpark with an iceberg, hamster wheel and trampoline. Other activities include quad biking, canoeing, mountain biking, orienteering, climbing / abseiling, cliff jumping, gorge walking, hillwalking, archery, white water rafting, horse riding, clay pigeon shooting and 4x4 off road driving.
- 10 Minutes Away: Forest Hills Hotel, Leisure Club & Spa, Kinlochard. The Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel and Spa is situated on the banks of Loch Ard. The spa provides you with an equal balance of luxury and tranquillity; with a staff of trained experts standing by to help you relax and unwind. They also have a range of fitness facilities including a gym and 18m heated pool.
- 30 Minutes Away: Go Ape, Killearn. Go Ape in Aberfoyle is located at the David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre and is a great high wire experience suitable for adults and children alike. It boasts two the UK's longest zip wires, 30 Tree Top crossings, plus a high wire obstacle course. Go Ape is guaranteed to thrill and keep participants talking about it for days.
- 45 Minutes Away: Glengoyne Distillery, Killearn. For lovers of the finest Scotch Whisky, a visit to Glengoyne is a great experience! Dating back to 1833 Glengoyne is one of Scotland's oldest distilleries. The favourite tipple of the late Queen Mother, Glengoyne was given a hard to achieve Royal By Appointment seal of approval. Glengoyne Distillery has a great range of tours for visitors all year round.
- 60 Minutes Away: Loch Lomond Birds of Prey Centre. Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre: Home to 35 birds & over 25 species, meet & get close to Orla the Golden Eagle & Smudge the little Owl.
Facilities in Lodge • Wood Burning Stoves (Logs Provided) • Elecectricity, full gas CH, bed linen and towels included • Cot, H/chair • Freesat TV, DVD • CD • 6-ring gas range, Two m/waves • W/machine, T/dryer • D/washer • American f/freezer • Extensive enclosed garden with patio and furniture • Balcony • BBQ • Ample parking • Games room with 7ft x 4ft sleight bed pool table, board games, books and toys.
The area is a popular destination with walkers and cyclists, with permit fishing available for anglers. The nearby village of Aberfoyle offers a wide selection of pubs, restaurants and shops, with many golf courses available throughout the region. Loch Lomond is easily accessible by car, offering loch side cruises, a spa hotel, championship golf courses, an aquarium and selection of water sports. miles. The cities of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling are all accessible by car.
The Lodge comprises 1 x Super-king Bedroom, 2 x King-size Bedroom, 1 x Double Bedroom & 2 x Twin Bedrooms. It can accommodate 12 adults, plus infant (cot provided).
Ground Floor: Living room with wood burning stove, wooden floor & views over the loch. Spacious kitchen/dining room with wood burning stove and gas range (for cooking). Games room with slate bed pool/snooker tables, books & games. Separate toilet.
First floor: Double bedroom with Super-king bed. Double bedroom with King size bed. Twin bedroom with 2 x single beds. Bathroom with separate shower cubicle and toilet. Shower room and toilet.
Second floor: Double bedroom with King Size Bed, balcony and views over Loch Katrine. Double bedroom with Double bed & ensuite shower room. Twin bedroom with 2 x single beds. Shower room with toilet.
Outside (Upper Garden) - is located adjacent to the house. Whilst the area is mainly laid to grass, there is a BBQ area next to the kitchen. This area has wooden benches and a charcoal BBQ which can burn several different types of fuel, allowing you to cook on charcoal for eating and then move onto logs or firewood for when you want to sit around the fireplace and keep warm.
Outside (Lower Garden) - The lower garden fronts onto Loch Katrine and is next to Stronachlachar Pier. There are two patio areas with wooden benches and a large flat lawn area. There is also small forest area for exploring.
Things to do:
- 30 Seconds Away: The Pier Café. The home of great coffees and food...and some of the most spectacular views in Scotland is located at the bottom of the garden of Stronochlachar Lodge.
- 30 Seconds Away: Steamship Sir Walter Scott. Your stay at Stronachlachar Lodge will not be complete without a sail on the steamship the “Sir Walter Scott” or the “Lady of the Lake”. This is the perfect way to experience the beauty of Loch Katrine.
- 30 Seconds Away: Cycling Loch Katrine (from Stronachlachar or Trossachs Pier. It’s easy to hire a cycle for an hour or longer - or take your bike on board ‘Sir Walter Scott’ or ‘Lady of the Lake’ for the morning sail up to Stronachlachar then cycle back on the road along the scenic shores of Loch Katrine. With bikes for adults and kids it’s the perfect family day out - or you can even hire a tandem or electric!
- 30 Seconds Away: Walk Around Loch Katrine. There is a lovely walk along picturesque Loch Katrine that leaves from Stronachlachar Pier ....and can be combined with the steamer sailing from Trossachs Pier.
- 10 Minutes Away: Loch Ard Sculpture Trail. The Loch Ard family Sculpture trail consists fo 16 miles of routes for cyclists, walkers and horse riders. It runs through a wide variety of terrain and past many impressive sights, including Loch Ard itself, Loch Chon, Duchray Water and Kelty Water.
- 10 Minutes Away: Lochside Yoga. Based in the village of Kinlochard, Lochside Yoga offers regular yoga classes and activities for anyone interested in developing their yoga practice, or who just likes to get a good stretch and feel relaxed at the end of a yoga class or session.
- 10 Minutes Away: Go Country, Kinlochard. Go Country is one of the premier outdoor activities organisation in Scotland based in the idyllic Trossachs on the shores of Loch Ard. They offer a range of outdoor activities to suit all interests and ages. They provide a full range of activities including their unique waterpark with an iceberg, hamster wheel and trampoline. Other activities include quad biking, canoeing, mountain biking, orienteering, climbing / abseiling, cliff jumping, gorge walking, hillwalking, archery, white water rafting, horse riding, clay pigeon shooting and 4x4 off road driving.
- 10 Minutes Away: Forest Hills Hotel, Leisure Club & Spa, Kinlochard. The Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel and Spa is situated on the banks of Loch Ard. The spa provides you with an equal balance of luxury and tranquillity; with a staff of trained experts standing by to help you relax and unwind. They also have a range of fitness facilities including a gym and 18m heated pool.
- 30 Minutes Away: Go Ape, Killearn. Go Ape in Aberfoyle is located at the David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre and is a great high wire experience suitable for adults and children alike. It boasts two the UK's longest zip wires, 30 Tree Top crossings, plus a high wire obstacle course. Go Ape is guaranteed to thrill and keep participants talking about it for days.
- 45 Minutes Away: Glengoyne Distillery, Killearn. For lovers of the finest Scotch Whisky, a visit to Glengoyne is a great experience! Dating back to 1833 Glengoyne is one of Scotland's oldest distilleries. The favourite tipple of the late Queen Mother, Glengoyne was given a hard to achieve Royal By Appointment seal of approval. Glengoyne Distillery has a great range of tours for visitors all year round.
- 60 Minutes Away: Loch Lomond Birds of Prey Centre. Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre: Home to 35 birds & over 25 species, meet & get close to Orla the Golden Eagle & Smudge the little Owl.
Facilities in Lodge • Wood Burning Stoves (Logs Provided) • Elecectricity, full gas CH, bed linen and towels included • Cot, H/chair • Freesat TV, DVD • CD • 6-ring gas range, Two m/waves • W/machine, T/dryer • D/washer • American f/freezer • Extensive enclosed garden with patio and furniture • Balcony • BBQ • Ample parking • Games room with 7ft x 4ft sleight bed pool table, board games, books and toys.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Scotland
££££
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviews
Stunning views, spacious rooms, well-equipped kitchen, and a memorable experience. Highly recommended for family gatherings and celebrations.
4.0 / 5.0
A beautiful part of Scotland to stay in, with lots of information about the surrounding area available for us when we arrived. The house was well equipped with everything that we needed our only issue being that the beds were not very comfortable, despite this we had a lovely stay in a part of the country we had not visited before.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect setting for a celebration weekend for all our family. We cooked our meals and sat around the super size dining table in amazing surroundings. We went for walks as we were lucky to have good weather in March. One of us went cold water swimming!! (Very brave) We played family games, had a pool tournament, celebrated St Patrick's day (we're Scottish, any excuse to celebrate) The Lodge is fully equipped we didn't want for anything We would highly recommend Stronachlachar Lodge and hopefully we can visit again.
5.0 / 5.0
Others have said it, I’ll reiterate it: the pictures do not do the property justice! Not only is the property gorgeous and well-stocked, but it is extremely spacious! The views were second to none and access to the café at the foot of the garden, as well as the unspoiled views across Loch Katrine make this a bucket list type property. The owners were incredible from beginning to end and always on hand for whatever we needed. we would love to visit here again and stay, as so many wonderful memories were made as we celebrated Hogmanay with our friends. While Stronachlachar feels remote, it’s just far enough away that you can find yourself again, whilst being close enough to access, whatever you need. It even snowed for us on our trip! Thank you Graham and Cath for a wonderful and memorable experience!
5.0 / 5.0
Well, the photos did not do the property or views justice. Staggeringly good. The house was beautifully equipped, spacious rooms for all, top notch bathrooms, and roaring fires. Couldnt have asked for better, everything we needed and stuff we didnt know we needed too!! Thanks so much, worth every penny!
5.0 / 5.0
We are 3 generations of family, ages 6-81. We had a wonderful stay. Enough room for everyone in and out of the Lodge. The Pier Cafe is a great addition as there really isn’t anything else close. Inversnaid is lovely for different scenery and the Bunk House had the best food we had in Scotland. Truly amazing dinner and staff.
It is a remote area with lots of trekkers/backpackers. If you love the outdoors, and amazing scenery, it’s paradise. If you want to do a lot of touring, you will have to brave the 1 lane road every time, in and out. It is not for the faint of heart. The key to those roads, if you aren’t familiar, is to take your time and stay towards the center. Too far to the outside, you will pop a tire (as we did day 1). Too fast and you can’t adjust without blowing a sidewall. Go slowly around blind turns and switchbacks and seriously, take your time. After the first run of the road, you will feel better on the drive.
Take time not enjoy the view, the walks, the natural falls. The boat from Inversnaid to Tarbet and beyond is very nice and a little easier than Stronachlachar since that has only 2 stops at the pier. Loch Lomond has multiple boats and stops to goose from. All in all, my 12 & 14 year olds said it was the best vacation we’ve had. Everyone loved the laid back pace and beautiful views, and the girls even swam almost daily. But yeah- it’s COLD! :)
5.0 / 5.0
The property was beautiful and even better than we expected. We loved our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Stronachlachar Lodge 1 is a Fabulous property, very well-equipped kitchen, great Wi-Fi & selection on tv, super common-areas, pool table and outside spaces. Think refurbished 2022 under new owners. Beds very comfortable, bed linens high quality. So worth the rental. Highly recommend. The reviews just don’t do this property justice, it was magical. Will rent again.
Here’s “area info” advice we learned & want to share: take your own bikes & kayak/canoe! Strony Lodge is Not on Trossachs Pier, it’s on Stronachlachar Pier, a £20 boat ride each way between the piers, and Trossachs Pier has the bike rentals so it’s not something you do daily. No kayak or canoe rentals allowed on Loch Katrine. If you don’t have your own kayak, we recommend you Go to charming Luss Village on West side of Loch Lomond and rent water equipment, great time—it’s one hour car drive from house but worth the trip—Good Cullen skink at Oak Tree Inn in Balmaha on the way back. (We were told Inversnaid near Stronachlachar had kayak/canoe rentals for east Loch Lomond but when we got there, no rental place & hotel had no info either. Research that ahead of time.)
5.0 / 5.0
The property was in a stunning location. The house was very comfortable, well furnished, everything provided for a large group. The wood burning stoves were very efficient. All generations enjoyed the pool table.
5.0 / 5.0
We were a group of family and friends from Scotland and England and I can't recommend the lodge enough.
If I could give it 10 stars I would.
The lodge was immaculate and very well equipped. We've booked a few large houses over the years and this was by far the most comfortable and well equipped.
The bedrooms were spacious, stylish and extremely comfortable. The kitchen/dining room was perfect, everything we could possibly need for a large party. Graham our host was so friendly and helpful prior/during and after our visit. The view from the house is spectacular. We were all in agreement, we will definitely be back.
4.0 / 5.0
We didn't realize we didn't rent the hole lodge. There were noisy people above our bedroom. Long very narrow road to get to lodge. Great kitchen,rooms were beautiful.
5.0 / 5.0
This is our second time staying for a special birthday party.
We had a group of 12 family members ranging from a baby to a 72 year old.
It's a fantastic size of a house for everyone to be involved or to go rest, get a bit quiet etc.
The house is beautifully presented. And we loved that the Christmas decorations were out! It's also very well equipped, cot and high chair is a great touch too. Very handy for our 10 month old nephew.
The surroundings are beautiful, a great big garden for any doggy guests with a fence all the way around. Great walks in the area for keen walkers aswell and if you don't fancy much cooking, The Pier Cafe at the bottom of the garden is open from breakfast till teatime and offers lovely food with a fantastic service.
We loved ur stay again and will most likely revisit.
Thank you!
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing. Wish we could have stayed another week
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful retreat in the Scottish Highlands
Stronachlachar is a magical place. After an initial hiccup checking in (an email went astray), Graham moved heaven and earth to get us in, and to make sure everything was great for our large party. The road in from Aberfoyle is .... interesting, and I do wish it were legal to fish in Loch Katrine, but those have nothing to do with the place per se. Definitely wonderful for a family get-together. Our six-year-old did not want to leave!
5.0 / 5.0
Great Escape
Peaceful getaway, house had all the amenities and more to ensure all were entertained. Great Pier Cafe on the doorstep and an invigorating cold water swim in the loch made for a wonderful escape! Thank you!
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful Position
Three generation family holiday..House was perfect for all. Spotless,great kitchen with good equipment,lovely bedrooms with good quality beds and bedding.Sofa’s not very comfortable perhaps due an update.This house is in a perfect position on beautiful Loch Katrine.The Pier Cafe gave us exceptional service and delicious food stayed open late for us on our last night also had lovely meal at the Bunkhouse.
3.0 / 5.0
Family celebration
The property could have been cleaner, the toilet seat was broken ,the cover on one bed was full of dog hairs, some of the dishes were chipped, one of the micro waves was not working, the ice maker in the fridge was broken and clogged with ice. the sofa's were low and uncomfortable. The location was great.
4.0 / 5.0
Lodge stay
We had a lovely family holiday we had 9 people and the lodge offers plenty of space in a beautiful location
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect holiday retreat
It’s so nice to stay at a place where almost everything had been considered for the guests stay. Sharp knives in an extremely well equipped kitchen. Comfortable beds and great showers. All this in a simply superb setting.
5.0 / 5.0
Wild paradise
We had a wonderful holiday. Take Smidge, or another insect repellent for the midgies, and all will be well. A kayak for the loch is recommended. Such a comfortable, warm and spacious house.
3.0 / 5.0
Spacious property on the banks of Loch Katrine
Great location for those who want to get away from the rat race, located in a very quiet area on the bank of Loch Katrine, surrounded by beautiful scenery.
The house is spacious and easily accommodated 10 of my party, however it could do with a couple of touch ups; showers could do with re-siliconing and remove the mould, new mattresses and pillows as these were heavily stained and not comfortable to sleep on (only found when stripping the beds at the end of the stay) and a general deep clean of the property to remove heavy dust deposits and cobwebs.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic loch side accommodation, to a very high standard.
This property is fantastic, from the start the communication was great, Graham answered all questions we had very quickly, the lodge has been done to a very high standard, a lovely huge kitchen with plenty cooking and fridge facilities, a great sitting room with outstanding views over loch Katrine, with a pool room next to it for endless games of pool, all the bedrooms and bathrooms were excellent again large with some of them having loch side views, the garden and sitting area, also have stunning views, and the garden runs down to the loch side, with a wall running round it, for a family holiday, enjoying the piece and quiet this was a hidden gem, Far enough away to enjoy a quiet piece off Scotland, but only 20mins away from amenities, would recommend this lodge as a great place to stay, and would definitely come back. Excellent
4.0 / 5.0
Overall lovely stay
Peaceful & beautiful location - right on Loch with great walks straight from the door. Great space inside the house. Downside was WiFi (pretty much non existent, which with house of teenagers is tough! Especially as was advertised with WiFi). Also gate to loch couldn’t be in locked meaning kids needed to climb over it with kayaks etc.
5.0 / 5.0
Family time
We wanted to spend quality time with children and grandchildren visiting their Scottish heritage. We all had a fabulous time. The house is lovely and spacious in the most beautiful setting. We loved it.
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely Location
Very relaxing couple of days, lovely location. Nice walks nearby. Loved the log fires.
2.0 / 5.0
A clean, comfortable house in a beautiful setting - well presented and stocked. The house is situated at the end of a 12 mile scenic but narrow challenging road. Unfortunately, at the time of our visit, many advertised local activities at Stronachlachar were not available to us. The steam-boat has not been running for some time as it is undergoing long-term repairs, local paths and a cycle road around the loch were all also closed due to landslips which occurred at the end of 2019. This was a significant disappointment to our party.The ongoing promotion of the property continues to show the steam-boat as an attraction. While we would not expect you to detail this as a limitation, we feel it is unfair to emphasise this item, in particular, when it is not available to the visitor.The Pier Cafe is real bonus to a visit to the property.Overall, a good holiday in spite of poor weather, but a significant disappointment that there are a number of limitations to activities in the immediate area at this time.
4.0 / 5.0
A week at Stronachlachar Lodge
A clean, comfortable house in a beautiful setting - well presented and stocked.
The house is situated at the end of a 12 mile scenic but narrow challenging road. Unfortunately, at the time of our visit, many advertised local activities at Stronachlachar were not available to us. The steam-boat has not been running for some time as it is undergoing long-term repairs, local paths and a cycle road around the loch were all also closed due to landslips which occurred at the end of 2019. This was a significant disappointment to our party.
The ongoing promotion of the property continues to show the steam-boat as an attraction. While we would not expect you to detail this as a limitation, we feel it is unfair to emphasise this item, in particular, when it is not available to the visitor.
The Pier Cafe is real bonus to a visit to the property.
Overall, a good holiday in spite of poor weather, but a significant disappointment that there are a number of limitations to activities in the immediate area at this time.
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely spacious property
9 of us stayed to celebrate my son’s 18th. The house is large, and beautifully decorated - plenty of space for a big family of varying generations. It was spotless and had everything we needed. Lovely quiet surroundings with the most stunning views. We would love to come again.
5.0 / 5.0
Luxurious
What a great experience. We had three families staying together - so spacious and lots of hide and seek fun in such a huge property for the kids. Plenty of utensils for many meals and baking, good fridge and freezer space for a week’s stay. Also efficient washing machine and dryer. Log fire was great to have and easy to use. All bedrooms and bathrooms clean, nicely made up and decorated.
Had clear skies with no light pollution allowing us to see the stars at night which was a real treat.
Recommend this property for group get togethers.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic stay!
I booked this property for a week to celebrate my 60th birthday that needed to suit my wife and I, my brother and wife, my three adult children with partners, my grandchild and 2 dogs!
We wanted somewhere in an awesome location with large bedrooms, large reception areas and lots of interesting local things to do. Wow this place did not disappoint!
The position is absolutely stunning right next to loch Katrine with a commanding view and lovely garden with seating area. There's a café on the pier nearby that provided a delicious meal on my birthday night party in the house and made it very special.
All of the rooms were of top specification and you'd be happy to sleep in any one of them. This made it very easy to decide on rooms with no "duff" one to draw straws for which is inevitably the case when staying in a multi bed house.
Handily Sainsbury's deliver to this location which was very useful as it is a little remote. We stocked up on day one and didn't need a lot more although there is a good Co-Op down the road at Aberfoyle.
For a large family it was brilliant, we could all come together, have our private space and it never felt like we were on top of each other which can happen even with the closest of family's when sharing a property.
We caught brown trout on the lake with a hired boat and guide, visited Glengoyne Distillery for a tour and had a memorable game of golf at Callander. The ultimate trip to Scotland.
A few things to be aware of: broadband is poor here so take the opportunity of switching off and enjoying the location ;-)
We loved it and hope to return soon!
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding
We cannot fault the accommodation, the facilities within the house, and the cleanliness. There was plenty of equipment in the kitchen to accommodate a large group. We were a large family staying at the house and there was plenty of room for all of us. My two grandchildren both said they are going to miss this big house. The views from the house are exceptional. It was a truly amazing holiday.
5.0 / 5.0
Enchanting private lodge
Nicely appointed, fully furnished, and well-cleaned. The kitchen is super with updated appliances and large eating spaces. The pool table room was the most used by all ages. The property is gorgeous and the views all around spectacular. It is secluded and accessible by a thrilling one-lane road. I would highly recommend this property
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing property in fantastic location
This is a beautiful spacious property with amazing views over Loch Katrine. We were 11 adults and two dogs and we were delighted with the amount of space we all had. Yes the road up from Aberfoyle is a bit of a drive and quite tight in places but the views on the drive up are equally amazing. The comfort was lovely although a couple of our “shorter” guests found the sofa’s a little too big for them but this is down to personal taste. The bedrooms are huge and with plenty of storage. All the showers are a very good size and the bathroom is just wow!.never ran out of hot water either.
If you are looking for a large house with amazing views then I don’t think you could do any better than Stronachlachar Lodge. The owners were always prompt in their replies to any questions we had.
Thank you Graham and Cath for an amazing place to stay and celebrate my 60th. Dave nd Brenda
5.0 / 5.0
Our week on the Loch
Great family vacation spot. Unique experience. On the down side, WiFi was not functioning the entire week.
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely loch-side lodge
We absolutely loved our stay at Stronachlachar Lodge! We were two families traveling together, and we could easily have accommodated a third with the 6 bedrooms and giant kitchen. The location is just beautiful, and the Pier Cafe (no more than 2 minutes from the doorstep) is delightful - fantastic food, coffee, baked treats, and warm friendly hosts. We also loved Kinlochard and the Wee Blether down the road. For day trips we went to Loch Fyne (fantastic seafood), Glengoyne distillery for whiskey tasting, and Sterling Castle (fun for the kids), and of course we rode the Sir Walter Scott across the loch. The drive from Aberfoyle to Stronachlachar is a somewhat grueling single-track, so be prepared for that. It's well worth the trip once you're there!
5.0 / 5.0
Family Week at Stronachlachar
This is a stunning, well equipped home, perfect for our large, extended family of 11. Very comfortable and of course the setting is gorgeous. Many activities in the surrounding area and the lovely town of Aberfoyle makes a good base for supplies. The road from Aberfoyle is not for the faint of heart!
3.0 / 5.0
Lovely-but.......
The picture on VRBO site shows a large house, but what you don’t know is that you are renting just the left side if it. There is a fence in reality which is not shown on the picture. It does have the number of rooms that are mentioned, but it is just a surprise. Also their ad downplays the road which is mostly a narrow lane on the last few miles. and in some places practically impassible. We had rented a van as we had 9 people and the road from Aberfoyle was a hair raising experience. We cancelled some of our side trips due to the road. there was no instructions for the dryer and it took us all week to figure it out. The internet was practically impossible and as a couple of our people work from home and were expecting to do so for a couple days, it could not be done. One had to go into the yard to make calls. Finally, we never saw the owners. When I have rented other VRBO properties (this was my third), the owner dropped by to check, or left a small welcome gift, but we did not see them at all.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic stay!
The Lodge and the location surpassed expectations. We found the Lodge well equipped with great room sizes which were furnished to a high st
5.0 / 5.0
Family Celebration
Thank you for a fantastic stay. The house was beautiful, and perfect for our special family celebration. We had a fabulous time cycling, boating and walking around the loch in this truly idyllic location. Thank you!
5.0 / 5.0
Superb Weekend!
Incredible location with stunning views, accommodation was perfect would definetly return
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic ideal location stunning house!
We visited as a group of friends with kids age 3-15. The house is fantastic, extremely well equipped. As we were there over Ney Year there were great touches with Christmas decorations. Lots of fantastic walks. Could recommend highly enough.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Scotland?
The average price for a rental in Scotland is £95 per night. This rental is £282 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Unique 6 Bedroom Lodge, Views Of Loch / Sir Walter Scott Steamboat, Pier Cafe. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Unique 6 Bedroom Lodge, Views Of Loch / Sir Walter Scott Steamboat, Pier Cafe pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Unique 6 Bedroom Lodge, Views Of Loch / Sir Walter Scott Steamboat, Pier Cafe?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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