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Barn Cottage, beautifully located by the Falls of Dochart

Barn Cottage, beautifully located by the Falls of Dochart

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Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen
Lounge
Room

Overview of Barn Cottage, beautifully located by the Falls of Dochart

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Killin
  • Popular LocationBreadalbane Folklore Centre13 min walk
  • Popular LocationFalls of Dochart19 min walk
  • Popular LocationLoch Tay20 min walk
  • AirportGlasgow (PIK-Prestwick)118 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Double

1 Double Bed

Family triple

3 Single Beds

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Barn Cottage, beautifully located by the Falls of Dochart

Delightful cottage in Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. Barn Cottage is to be found tucked down a secluded private farm estate road, just metres from the centre of the bustling highland village of Killin at the south end of Loch Tay. The property couldn't be better located surrounded by beautiful woodland scenery and against the dramatic backdrop of the Falls of Dochart and the mountains beyond. As the name suggests, the property was originally a 200 year old stone barn but has been converted to provide a modern, very well equipped self catering base. It's the perfect get away for those who love the great outdoors or an idyllic place to relax and enjoy the unique and wonderful riverside gorge setting. Killin is close to being at the very geographical centre of Scotland so the location gives you access to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling and Perth as well as fantastic countryside.

Inside, this holiday cottage has been modernised to create a relaxed homely atmosphere with everything you need for a happy self-catering holiday. The property has been sympathetically converted to provide quirky upside down accommodation with the bright and airy living quarters on the first floor thoughtfully making best use of the amazing views of the white water rapids and pools. Indeed otters have been spotted fishing in the pools from the window. The original 'hayloft' now forms a contemporary open-plan kitchen/dining/lounge with every convenience and once where the hay was pitched, there's now a little juliet balcony catching the morning sun with views onto the much admired burn.


Downstairs there are two cosy bedrooms (one double, one twin with additional trundle bed), a shower room with WC and underfloor heating. All rooms have electric panel heaters. The heated porch offers a place to dry off wet coats, ski gear, wellies and dogs. Wifi, several smart tvs with dvd player, and loads of great films are provided, as well as a great range of books and information. Board games and a Wii with games are to be found in the toy boxes.

There are two private garden areas and plenty of parking with only one other holiday cottage as neighbour and a working farm at the end of the lane. To the front, the garden is gravelled and is spacious enough for kids and dog to run around. The other smaller pretty patio garden area makes a perfect place to sit and enjoy the view and the squirrels. A burn tumbles through the garden plunging down into the river beyond and the sound of the water is mesmerising (it can be noisy too after heavy rains and care should be taken with children when the river is in spate). Both areas have patio furniture for alfresco dining options or bbq.

Step out of the door and enjoy lovely walks along the adjacent wooded river bank or follow the path past the ancient standing stone circle through breathtaking scenery steeped in history and heritage. There are sheep and horses grazing and an abundance of other wildlife. You can also stroll to beautiful Loch Tay with its crannogs and picnic on the sandy banks. The pretty Victorian town of Killin itself is charming, blessed with the famed scenic Falls of Dochart at its centre, and with period stone villas and cottages lining the main street and spread out beyond. Killin's setting with the Falls rushing into the loch and people kitted out in hiking gear for a day on the hills gives the village an almost alpine flavour. In summer, visitors spill out from the local inn, beer in hand, admiring the Falls and children are thrilled at being able to clamber over the rocks. There are a range of eateries, gift shops, local Coop supermarket, many pubs, tennis and golf courses, moorings, riding - all great resort amenities. The lively village community host regular events, the pubs have live music and special mention should be given to the Killin Highland Games, Music Festival and Hogmanay Festivities.

The outdoor centre offers canoe and bike hire but many people come for the fine walks around the mighty mountains and glens. Ben Lawyers rises above Loch Tay and many other munros or less taxing strolls abound. Killin is also a destination on the N7 Sustrans Glasgow to Inverness route via the impressive Glen Ogle.

Scotland's original iconic Glencoe ski centre is less than 45 mins drive with all facilities there. It is also possible to visit the capital, Edinburgh, Oban and Loch Ness or even a west coast island for the day.

Property manager

Karen K
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Garden is not enclosed and has a burn

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small dogs by special request only Charges apply.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor footwear to be removed before entering property.
Extra guests must be preauthorised and are chargable.
Dogs must be cleaned before entering. Dogs are not permitted on soft furnishings.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Killin

This cottage is located in Killin. Cultybraggan Camp and Schiehallion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mains of Taymouth Golf Course and Comrie Croft. Travelling with kids? Consider Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre and Scottish Real Ale Shop. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Breadalbane Folklore Centre - 13 min walk
  • Falls of Dochart - 19 min walk
  • Loch Tay - 20 min walk
  • Killin Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Loch Earn - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Crianlarich Station - 19 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shutters Restaurant - 15 min walk
  • The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • Capercaillie - 14 min walk
  • Smiddy's Fish & Chips - 13 min walk
  • The Old Smiddy - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Barn Cottage, beautifully located by the Falls of Dochart pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Barn Cottage, beautifully located by the Falls of Dochart?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barn Cottage, beautifully located by the Falls of Dochart?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barn Cottage, beautifully located by the Falls of Dochart located?

This family-friendly Killin cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Breadalbane Folklore Centre, Falls of Dochart and Loch Tay. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.7/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Jim V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the River
Free sleep therapy is included with this wonderful cottage, as your overnight hours will have a constant soothing background noise from nearby rushing water. Great for jet lag recovery! There’s lots more to this place; it’s a charming little cottage well removed from hustle and bustle, comfortable and easy to live in, and well located for exploring, especially Perth/Kinross, Stirling, and Falkirk areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

4/5 Good

Cheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
People in area
Not friendly. Restaraunts seems only to want to cater to locals
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage in an amazing location
This charming cottage is perfectly located to so many wonderful sights and places in Killin. We felt we had plenty of privacy yet a short walk brings you not only to the falls but also the Falls of Dochart Inn where we had a couple great meals. You are a two minute walk from town, crossing the bridge, and a 5 min from the grocery store. The Killin Heritage walk is right out your door step, as well as a short walk to the shores of Loch Tay. Our hostess, Karen, warmly greeted us upon our arrival and showed us around the cottage and had many wonderful suggestions of things to do in the area. We had such an amazing stay, I can't speak highly enough about it!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Carolann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful gem of a house
My family and I absolutely loved stayin here. We actually didn't want to leave. My 2 kids just wanted to stay outside all day playing. Karen met us in arrival and told us everything we needed to know which was such a lovely gesture. My only downside is that we had to come home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Harold S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cosy retreat
Great location to explore the beautiful region! Everything was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen K

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Hi! I'm now retired and love to travel the globe but I'm still discovering the lochs, glens, bens and islands of the Scottish highlands and they're amongst my favourite places. I want you to enjoy all that this area has to offer too and will happily go out of my way to help you explore. The property is enjoyed regularly by me and my family so we think we've thought of everything to make you feel at home.

Why they chose this property

The cottage is in a wonderful unique setting with the sight and sound of water all around. It's also very picturesque and characterful being a converted 200 year old barn.

What makes this property unique

Killin is in the middle of Scotland so offers great access for touring around. However, once you arrive you don't need to go anywhere as you have everything the highlands have to offer just on your doorstep. The village amenities are excellent and it's a lovely lively mountain resort.

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