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Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 485.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
main bedroom
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Downstairs
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Upstairs
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub
Lilybank is full of character and has available 2 bedrooms , 2 bathroom ,living room , conservatory and garden/ driveway. . The cottage was built in 1781 (one the oldest in the village) and forms part of the “Killearn history trail” . The cottage is situated in the picturesque village of Killearn in the foothills of the Campsie Fells -the area a setting for numerous movie productions .
This area was also used for various location settings in the hit series - "Outlander" . We are 10 minutes from film location - Devils pulpit .
The cottage -There are 2 bedrooms, both with en suite shower/bathrooms(one upstairs with double bed and one downstairs with 2 singles that can be changed to a double bed if required )
The kitchen is well stocked with ingredients and kitchen utensils. There is a large fridge freezer and everhot range cooker, with fitted oak units and granite worktops. The lounge has a very warm coal burning stove.
At the rear of the cottage there is a conservatory leading out onto a large decking area and two tier garden , with grass area , parking for a number of cars , bbq and bike cover.
For your personal safety the property and contents will be rigorously sanitised before each visit. All bedding and towels are washed at 60 degrees.
The area -Killearn is nearby to the Trossachs , Loch Lomond , the West highland way and many other well known points of interest. The historical towns of Stirling , Perth and Edinburgh are a short drive away .
The village itself has a Coop store, an excellent pub and restaurant .There are many other establishments within walking distance or a short drive away. Glengoyne distillery is within walking distance and tours provide an excellent day out.
Other information :
DOG Policy - no dogs / animals
WiFi- The cottage has a good wifi signal .
Golf - Nearby courses are located at Balfron and Drymen .Saint Andrews Old course and the Fife links trail are around 1 hour 30 minutes drive away.There are many world class golf courses to found here.
Cycling- There are many cycle tracks located locally and in the nearby Queen Elizabeth Forrest.Bikes can be hired in Drymen.
Walking and Climbing - Killearn is around 30 minutes drive from Ben Lomond , the most southerly Munro. There are also a number of Munros a short drive north along the banks of Loch Lomond.There are several walking routes around the village and high in the Campsies which overlook the village.
Fishing - by permit on the Endrick River and Lake of Menteith, Loch Lomond.
Shops in the village - chemist/doctor surgery, tea rooms , Hewitt and Aker delicatessen, Panik gallery, Old Mill Inn bar and restaurant.
Transport - hourly bus link to Glasgow ,Stirling.
Food /home delivery - Saffron Tandoori and Balfron chinese situated in Balfron, a 5 minute drive or by home delivery service. There is also a good chip shop in Balfron.
The islands - Arran ferry at Ardrossan is a 1 hour drive away from Killearn. The ferry crossing takes 1 hour . The island can also be accessed via Clonaig ferry on the west coast . This is a lovely scenic drive .
There are many others which can easily be visited in one day from Greenock/Gourock - 45 minute drive from killearn.
Whisky Distilleries- Glengoyne is less than a mile from Killearn . There is a lovely walk through the forrests and hills to get there.
Auchentoshan is about 10 miles away . Both provide excellent tours. Short Term Let Licence Number: ST00384F
Premises: Lilybank, 66A Main Street, Killearn, G63 9ND
Licence Type: Home Share
This area was also used for various location settings in the hit series - "Outlander" . We are 10 minutes from film location - Devils pulpit .
The cottage -There are 2 bedrooms, both with en suite shower/bathrooms(one upstairs with double bed and one downstairs with 2 singles that can be changed to a double bed if required )
The kitchen is well stocked with ingredients and kitchen utensils. There is a large fridge freezer and everhot range cooker, with fitted oak units and granite worktops. The lounge has a very warm coal burning stove.
At the rear of the cottage there is a conservatory leading out onto a large decking area and two tier garden , with grass area , parking for a number of cars , bbq and bike cover.
For your personal safety the property and contents will be rigorously sanitised before each visit. All bedding and towels are washed at 60 degrees.
The area -Killearn is nearby to the Trossachs , Loch Lomond , the West highland way and many other well known points of interest. The historical towns of Stirling , Perth and Edinburgh are a short drive away .
The village itself has a Coop store, an excellent pub and restaurant .There are many other establishments within walking distance or a short drive away. Glengoyne distillery is within walking distance and tours provide an excellent day out.
Other information :
DOG Policy - no dogs / animals
WiFi- The cottage has a good wifi signal .
Golf - Nearby courses are located at Balfron and Drymen .Saint Andrews Old course and the Fife links trail are around 1 hour 30 minutes drive away.There are many world class golf courses to found here.
Cycling- There are many cycle tracks located locally and in the nearby Queen Elizabeth Forrest.Bikes can be hired in Drymen.
Walking and Climbing - Killearn is around 30 minutes drive from Ben Lomond , the most southerly Munro. There are also a number of Munros a short drive north along the banks of Loch Lomond.There are several walking routes around the village and high in the Campsies which overlook the village.
Fishing - by permit on the Endrick River and Lake of Menteith, Loch Lomond.
Shops in the village - chemist/doctor surgery, tea rooms , Hewitt and Aker delicatessen, Panik gallery, Old Mill Inn bar and restaurant.
Transport - hourly bus link to Glasgow ,Stirling.
Food /home delivery - Saffron Tandoori and Balfron chinese situated in Balfron, a 5 minute drive or by home delivery service. There is also a good chip shop in Balfron.
The islands - Arran ferry at Ardrossan is a 1 hour drive away from Killearn. The ferry crossing takes 1 hour . The island can also be accessed via Clonaig ferry on the west coast . This is a lovely scenic drive .
There are many others which can easily be visited in one day from Greenock/Gourock - 45 minute drive from killearn.
Whisky Distilleries- Glengoyne is less than a mile from Killearn . There is a lovely walk through the forrests and hills to get there.
Auchentoshan is about 10 miles away . Both provide excellent tours. Short Term Let Licence Number: ST00384F
Premises: Lilybank, 66A Main Street, Killearn, G63 9ND
Licence Type: Home Share
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 ST00384F
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Glasgow
Located in Glasgow, 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. Strathblane Falconry and Allander Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.

Killearn, SCT
What's nearby
- Glengoyne Distillery - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- art4you Scotland - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
- Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
- Strathblane Falconry - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
- Mugdock Country Park - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- St Mocha Carbeth - 10 min drive
- Turnip The Beet - 4 min drive
- Oakwood - 4 min drive
- The Clachan - 10 min drive
- The Beech Tree Inn - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
3 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katrin P.
8 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Katrin P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pepijn K.
27 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pepijn K.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debra A.
28 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Village
Debra A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angela L.
15 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A week in Scotland
Angela L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
LuAnn M.
7 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
LuAnn M.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rick B.
16 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Rick B.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David C.
23 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time north of the border
David C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
alison d.
7 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy cottage close to Loch Lomond
alison d.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
30 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tammy M.
8 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage in a super location
Tammy M.
Stayed 26 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Martina N.
5 July 2018
We love old scotish cottages
Martina N.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alasdair C.
5 May 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Practicality problems
Alasdair C.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth (Beth) J.
27 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage and absolutely wonderful hosts!!!
Elizabeth (Beth) J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Laurie K.
10 May 2017
We could live here!
Laurie K.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Franz P.
27 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy retreat
Franz P.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kasimir d.
26 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage, well-situated and well-equipped in a good location
Kasimir d.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Silke A.
4 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lilybank
Silke A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Melinda C.
30 October 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Characterful home in an ideal location for touring…
Melinda C.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katharina B.
5 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Das Cottage war sehr gemütlich und mit allem ausgestattet, was das Herz begehrt.
Katharina B.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Geraldine E. B.
29 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
gezellige vakantiewoning
Geraldine E. B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
kathleen
2 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
kathleen
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
24 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage
Jennifer M.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frances M.
20 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Lillybanks
Frances M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew W.
2 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage!
Andrew W.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
About the host
Hosted by Ken and Caroline
We are both semi retired and enjoy the outdoors / travelling in our Motorhome .
Why they chose this property
Killearn is the perfect location for easy travel to the city and at the same time is located in some of the most beautiful countryside in Scotland.
The house itself is uniquely, full of centuries of character.
For your personal safety the property and contents will be rigorously sanitised before each visit. All bedding and towels are washed at 60 degrees.
The house itself is uniquely, full of centuries of character.
For your personal safety the property and contents will be rigorously sanitised before each visit. All bedding and towels are washed at 60 degrees.
What makes this property unique
Easy access to the remote countryside whilst remaining within a small village with excellent facilities including , bar , restaurant , coffee shops , grocery store etc .
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