Luxury cottage in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Appletree Cottage is a spacious, bright, recently purpose-built luxury self catering lodge set in the peaceful and spectacular surroundings of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Sleeping up to 8 people in four bedrooms - each with its own shower, wash basin and WC, Appletree features a large and living space full of natural daylight with huge picture windows looking southwards across open countryside to the Kilpatrick Hills, 4 miles distant.
Eco Friendly the cottage (EPC band B) is well insulated. Hot water and heating is powered by a district heating biomass boiler which uses locally sourced sustainable timber. There is a wood burning stove for added cheer in the winter.
Mobility impaired users will find easy access to the ground floor living space and adjoining ground floor en-suite bedroom and patio as they are all on one level There is ample space to turn a wheelchair(please see separate details)
Set in its own private garden cottage has a south facing private patio accessible through a huge glass sliding door from the living space for alfresco dining.
Children (but not pets, as we keep the cottage clear for allergy sufferers) are welcome and we can provide a travel cot, high chair and toddler chair if required.
This is the perfect spot to sit back and engage in some wildlife spotting and even better, you wont have to go far to see some of Scotland’s rarer and iconic animals and birds within the national park. Also popular with star gazers as the skies are dark with no nearby street lighting.
Although in a rural setting Appletree is ideal for exploring Glasgow, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND WITH WHEELCHAIR ACCESS
An eco-sustanable peaceful comfortable purpose built establishment with stunning views of beautiful countryside
Downstairs Rooms….
A large south facing open plan living area incorporates a kitchen, dining area and double height sitting room and biomass powered underfloor heating throughout. Relax in the spacious living room and look out over the gently rolling fields, across the catterburn towards the rugged Cameron Muir and Campsie hills.
Living room area:
Double height space Wood burning stove (complementary logs and £5 per basket thereafter) 50” HD TV with Netflix and BBC iplayer Soundbar acoustics with bluetooth DVD / Blue Ray player Music centre with CD Player & radio with Bluetooth and ipod compatible Brilliant countryside views to the south – including passing cows herds (subject to availability)
Dining area:
Comfortably seats 8 persons with dimmable overhead lighting A large sliding glass door opens onto the patio for the semi-alfresco experience High chair and toddler chair are available on request
Kitchen area:
Roomy kitchen area with breakfast bar. Electric hob Large electric fan assisted oven Combination micro-wave oven with grill Extractor fan Fridge Freezer Dishwasher Toaster
Small Utility Area - just off kitchen: Washer Dryer machine Ironing Board Iron Drying rack
also downstairs…..
Bramley – (Bedroom) – Wheelchair accessible Super-king bed which can be conformed into 2 singles (notice required) Reading lights switchable from bed, central heating Space for a cot (cot available on request) Hair dryer 32 inch HDTV with DVD player, Netflix and BBC iplayer
Ensuite bathroom with wash-hand basin, shaver socket, bath with shower and WC. Heated towel rail Underfloor bathroom heating Wheelchair accessible
Complimentary linen, towels and toiletries are provided
Upstairs Rooms….
Oslin - (Bedroom) Largest of the upstairs rooms Super-king bed which can be conformed as 2 singles (notice required) Reading lights (switchable from bed), central heating Hair dryer Panoramic views to the south across open countryside and the Kilpatrick Hills, four miles distant.
Ensuite bathroom with wash-hand basin, shower and WC Shaver socket Heated towel rail Underfloor bathroom heating
Complimentary linen, towels, and toiletries are provided
Lomond – (Bedroom) King size bed, reading lights switchable from bed, central heating Hair dryer Bright and north facing with Ben Lomond visible through the trees
Ensuite bathroom with wash-hand basin, shower and WC Shaver socket Heated towel rail Underfloor bathroom heating
Complimentary linen, towels and toiletries are provided
Pippin – (Bedroom) Smaller of the upstairs rooms King size bed, reading lights switchable from bed, radiator Reading lights (switchable from bed), central heating Hair dryer Panoramic views across open countryside to the south with Kilpatrick Hills four miles distant
Ensuite bathroom with wash-hand basin, shower and WC Shaver socket Heated towel rail Underfloor bathroom heating
Complimentary linen, towels and toiletries are provided
APPLETREE IS NON SMOKING NOT SUITABLE FOR DOGS OR PETS (good though for those allergic to animal hair) MAXIUMUM OCCUPANCY 8 PERSONS AND 1 INFANT
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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Outdoor shoes to be left in lobby and not worn inside as we have new (underfloor heated) hardwood floor downstairs and new carpets upstairs.
Please book at least two days prior to arrival unless agreed otherwise.
Maximum occupancy 8 people plus one infant. We cannot accommodate stag and hen parties and other events or functions
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number ST00017P
About the area
Alexandria
Located in Alexandria, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Loch Lomond. Travelling with kids? Consider SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
Loch Lomond - 18 min drive - 16.7 km
Loch Lomond Shores - 18 min drive - 16.7 km
OVO Hydro - 37 min drive - 33.0 km
Getting around
Balloch Station - 12 min drive
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
The Balloch House - 12 min drive
Oak Tree Inn - 11 min drive
St Mocha Carbeth - 9 min drive
St Mocha Cafe - 11 min drive
Oakwood - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury cottage in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury cottage in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park?
As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury cottage in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$848, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Luxury cottage in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury cottage in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury cottage in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury cottage in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park located?
This family-friendly Alexandria cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Drymen War Memorial and Rob Roy Way - South. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Glengoyne Distillery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
An amazing place to stay, great location with spectacular scenery.
Kathy T.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you for your kind review. We're pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage. It was great to meet you all and hope that we may see you again sometime.
Kind regards
Murray and Alli
We had a wonderful time at the property. It’s really well specced and the location is great to see the local sights
Patrick a.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2024
Thank you for your lovely review. We're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage and had good weather. We hope that you had a pleasant journey home and will come and visit us again sometime.
Totally amazing experience! The Petersons are the kindest most accommodating hosts! We will definitely be back! Beautiful home!!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It was great to meet you all and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage and managed to fit so much in during your visit. We look forward to seeing you again sometime!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jo T.
24 October 2018
Great few days away with the family
Spotlessly clean and well equipped, spacious, warm and comfortable. The owners could not have been more helpful and gave us lot of tips to enjoy the local area.
Jo T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We're pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage. You seemed to manage to do so much in the time you were here. It was great that you managed to see the salmon leaping. We hope that you will come and visit us again for further adventures in this area! Many thanks again, Murray and Alli
Absolutely amazing stay at Appletree. Murray and Ally couldn’t be more helpful, even helping us out after a puncture and shuttling us to the house. The cottage is sparkling clean and has everything you need, great local info from hosts on restaurants and activities. We stayed for 1 week and could’ve easily stayed longer, the weather was excellent and we enjoyed the garden in the morning and early evening. Local pubs and restaurants a short walk or taxi away. It was an absolute pleasure to stay and enjoy everything the cottage has to offer.
John K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2025
It was a pleasure to meet and host John and his party. They were all courteous and friendly and we are very pleased that they enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage. `it was great that they managed to explore so much and had such great weather to do so. They are recommended guests and welcome back any time!
Great house with friendly hosts. The house and location are beautiful. Murray and Alli are kind with great recommendations. They were considerate of our school aged kids and we felt very welcomed.
Jennifer B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2024
Hi there
Thanks for the lovely review and for being great guests! It was good to meet you all and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay in Appletree Cottage. We hope that we may see you again sometime. In the meantime all best wishes
Murray and Alli
We really enjoyed our stay at Appletree Cottage. Murray and Ali are great hosts and the property is very well equipped/presented. You'll be sure to enjoy a relaxing break in this little slide of paradise!
S E.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Thank you for your lovely review. We're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage and managed to explore so many cycle trails during your visit.
We hope that you had a safe journey home and that you will chose to come and visit us again sometime.
Thanks again. Murray and Alli
Very good standard of accommodation. Very comfortable beds, bright and airy lounge area with high windows. Very rural location. Quiet but no pubs/restaurants within walking distance. Would recommend for a large group (8 adults).
Jerry N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave your lovely review.
We're really pleased that you had a good time and managed to make the most of your stay. If you come again you must try the But & Ben in Croftamie village - about 12 minutes walk. It is licenced and does excelent breakfast, lunches and afternoon teas with evening meals at the weekends during the summer months.
We hope that you had a safe journey home and that we may see you again sometime.
Kind regards
Murray and Alli
Super property, spacious and well equipped kitchen. Would certainly recommend.
Jill P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hi Jill, many thanks for your review. We're pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage and also that the golf was good for you. It was nice to meet you all and we hope we may do so again sometime.
All best wishes,
Murray and Alli
We had a lovely stay, the house is beautiful & the photos perfectly reflect the property & the grounds. The local area is stunning & it is so close to Glasgow. The EV charger was an added bonus. I would happily recommend this property to my fiends & family.
Jane M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2025
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review. It was lovely to meet you all and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage. We hope that you may come and stay with us again in the future.
Kind regards
Murray and Alli
Hi Anton
Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. It is very much appreciated.
We're really glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again sometime.
Best wishes
Murray and Alli
Appletree Cottage makes a great home base to explore Loch Lomond and Glasgow! We rented a car and made lots of day trips to explore the area. Alli and Murray were very welcoming and helpful with their instructions and recommendations. And beautiful Scotland exceeded our expectations!
Whitney D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2024
Hi Whitney
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to meet you all and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage. Thank you also for your kind comments in the visitors' book. We hope that you had a safe and pleasant journey home and that we may see you again sometime.
Kind regards
Murray and Alli
Photos truly don’t do this place justice. We absolutely loved our stay and are seriously considering coming back. The rooms were spacious, beautifully maintained, and everything felt either brand new or in excellent condition. The hosts were available if needed, but everything was so well organised we never had to reach out. The views were stunning, and the location was perfect—close to shops and local attractions. Highly recommended!
Mitchell H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage. There is so much to do and to see around here and are glad that you managed to make the most of your time here. We hope that we may see you again sometime. Kind regards, Murray and Alli
Cottage exactly as presented. Well designed, warm and a great retreat, whilst still being accessible to amenities. Good location to climb Ben Lomond. Owners very helpful about resources in the area. We had a great Sunday lunch at the Old Mill in Killearn. Thankyou we had a lovely relaxing weekend
fiona j.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you for leaving such a nice review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay at Appletree - it was great to meet you all. We hope that you had a safe journey home and have fully recovered from your Ben Lomond climb! All best wishes from Murray and Alli.
This cottage is amazing - great layout, very clean and surrounded by beautiful views of the countryside. It is centrally located for day trips to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, Pitlochry, St Andrews, etc. and the best thing is that after a full day of fun, it was great to come back to a quiet luxury retreat!
Murray and Alli were awesome hosts - they provided great information, tips for traveling in the area and were very quick to respond when we had questions.
Our group consisted of my mother in law 80+, husband, son, his wife and our 6 month old grandson. This cottage worked well for all ages. High chair and portable crib were provided and worked out perfectly.
We plan to visit again and will definitely stay here. It's so beautiful, functional and convenient!
Robyn B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you for such a lovely review! We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage and managed to make the most of your visit. You had certainly planned your trip well.
It was lovely to meet you all. Thanks for being great guests. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Kind regards, Murray and Alli
The property was perfect for our needs of spending some quality time together in a more than comfortable environment. Each of us had our own bedroom and bathroom with large, comfortable beds and excellent showers.
The log burning fire and amazing countryside views made staying inside a luxury.
The many walks and country pubs nearby kept us entertained. Boating on Loch Lomond was less than 15 mins away.
Finally, we must mention our accommodating hosts, Murray and Ali who were there to welcome us and help throughout our stay. From electric car charging points to borrowing rice & purchasing more logs. Thank you!!
Perfect mini break!
Nicole S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review of your stay at Appletree Cottage. It was lovely to meet you all and we're really glad that you had a great time - cruising on the loch, roaming great walks around here and of course sampling the local hostelries. There's still more to explore(!) and we hope we will see you again sometime. Kind regards, Murray and Alli
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lea Sophia
26 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
schönes großes Ferienhaus neueren Baujahres mit ausreichend Platz für unsere mitreisenden 3 Parteien. Gut fanden wir die vielen Bäder. Mitten in der Natur mit tollem Ausblick. Nette und hilfsbereite Vermieter, die uns sogar ein Paar Snacks für den ersten Abend vorbereitet haben und viele Ausflugstipps gegeben haben. Guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge am Loch Lomond. Der Urlaub war sehr schön hier, würden wieder kommen
Very well specified property with terrific proprietors
This property over delivers on facilities, cleanliness and the owners could not have been more helpful both before we arrived and during our stay. Thoroughly recommend this property for a chilled out of the way stay with beautiful scenery, very quiet location and yet close to Loch Lomond and other beauty spots.
Nick H.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2021
Dear Nick
Thank you for a great review. We're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Appletree Cottage and had some great weather for your cycling. Hoping you all had pleasant journeys home and that we may see you again sometime.
Kind regards
Murray and Alli
The property was first class. It was extremely well equipped and in a beautiful location. There was nothing that we did not enjoy. Definitely recommend !
Alastair K.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2020
Dear Alastair
Thank you for your great review! We're really pleased that you and your family had a good time at Appletree Cottage and that you had good weather to enjoy your birthday break. It will always be a pleasure to welcome you back. Kind regards, Murray and Alli
We loved our stay here. It had everything we needed, and then some more (the welcome hamper was a lovely touch). We would highly recommend this place to our friends - thank you for such a wonderful stay!
Markus M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2020
Dear Markus
Thank you for such a lovely review.
We're very pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us.
We hope that you had a pleasant journey home and hope that you will come and see us again.
Kind regards
Murray and Alli
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian K.
22 April 2019
Absolutely stunning 5 Star location & property
Amazing property set in a stunning location, within a 10 minute drive to Loch Lomond. Top end quality, stunning views and fully equipped home with everything you could wish for. Private and secluded, amazing, would totally recommend to anyone thinking of visiting the area. Owners Murray & Alli, made our visit complete.
Brian K.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shanna M.
5 July 2018
The Appletree cottage is perfect!
We had a great stay at Appletree Cottage- the hosts were lovely and the cottage was spotless and had everything we could need for a great stay. It’s also nicely located so that getting to Balmaha and Balloch are both easy car journeys- we would definitely stay there again!
Shanna M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Dear Shanna
Thank you for your lovely review. We enjoyed meeting you all and having you to stay at Appletree Cottage. We're glad you had such glorious weather and managed to fit so much in - including climbing Ben Lomond. Hoping you had a pleasant time in Portugal and a safe journey home from there. Do come again!
Kind regards
Murray and Alli
About the host
Hosted by Murray and Alli Peterson
We built Appletree Cottage in 2016. Architect designed specifically for the holiday vacation self catering market the cottage has proved a great success with many guests. We enjoy meeting people and are now experienced in running our popular venture. After 20 years working in London it is a pleasure for both of us to return to Scotland and live in this beautiful part of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The farm is an apple orchard (hence the name of the cottage) and in the autumn we produce and sell apple juice and jellies locally.
Why they chose this property
Appletree Cottage is great for family and friends reunions. The living area is ideal as it is large and open plan with ample space for eight people. As the lounge, dining room, breakfast bar and well equipped kitchen are all in the one room it means every one is together and nobody is left out . In sunny weather the private patio is perfect for alfresco dining with fantastic views across Cameron Muir to the famous Whangy and the Kilpatrick Hills. On cooler days sitting inside is just as good. The southern wall of the communal living area is glazed so bird watching and wildlife spotting are just as good from the comfort of your armchair! The four bedrooms are all en-suite and can be made up either as four double bedrooms or as two doubles and two twins (with two single beds in each twin) This makes it superbly flexible for families. Ideally placed within the world acclaimed Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park there are many local out door activities including golf (11 nearby courses) walking, climbing, riding, sailing, kayaking, pleasure cruising, clay pidgeon shooting, and visiting the islands on Loch Lomond. On the damper days Stirling and Glasgow are easily accessible with their many attractions. There are local swimming pools, gym, spa, sealife centre and many castles and distilleries to visit! Appletree is awarded 4 stars by the Scottish Tourist Board (Visit Scotland)
What makes this property unique
The design and location of Appletree Cottage makes it unique. Over the years the owners have stayed in many holiday rentals across the world. Building Appletree Cottage was the opportunity to bring all of the best experiences together and build the perfect venue for the self catering holiday. The way the space works for eight people together is superb. The open aspect of the living area is enhanced by the huge glass windows and double height lounge. Even on days when the weather is wet this cosy friendly cottage is the ideal place to relax and look out at the view.
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests