Nestled in peaceful gardens, The Cottage offers a serene retreat. Unwind in the open plan living area with a log burner, or relax in the private garden accessed through french doors from the study. Enjoy cooking up a storm in our fully equipped kitchen.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Renovated gatekeepers cottage situated in peaceful, private gardens
Visit Scotland graded 5 star self-catering holiday accomodation.
The Cottage is a Grade A listed former gatehouse that has been recently renovated and redecorated throughout. Tucked away in peaceful gardens with private parking for two cars.
An open plan living and dining area with log burner is exceptionally cosy and the perfect place to relax.
Our high quality and fully equipped kitchen has everything you will need for your stay while a washer/ dryer is in the separate utility room.
The peaceful study with french doors opening to the private garden is perfect for reading or a snooze.
The master bedroom, with en-suite shower room, has a king size bed and plenty of wardrobe space. While the second bedroom has twin beds and is next to the bathroom which has bath with shower.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Food and water bowls
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Note from host: One well behaved pet allowed in living areas only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number ST00153F
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Dunblane is home to this cottage. Stirling Castle and Dunblane Cathedral are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Airthrey Golf Course and Stirling Golf Club. Labyrinth and Briarlands Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking. Visit our Dunblane travel guide
Is Renovated gatekeepers cottage situated in peaceful, private gardens pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Renovated gatekeepers cottage situated in peaceful, private gardens?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Renovated gatekeepers cottage situated in peaceful, private gardens?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Renovated gatekeepers cottage situated in peaceful, private gardens located?
Situated in Dunblane, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cathedral Museum, Dunblane Museum, and Dunblane Cathedral. Ben Gunn's Cave is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away. Dunblane Station is 17 minutes by foot.
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Renovated gatekeepers cottage situated in peaceful, private gardens Reviews
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Everything was as expected, possibly even better than expected. A lovely cottage in a picturesque area.
Extremely clean and well appointed. Would definitely recommend.
We had a lovely stay at the Gardener's cottage. It is nicely renovated with a large kitchen for preparing family meals. The cottage exceeded our expectations.
We had a fabulous time. Lots of walking, loads to do and see round about. Dunblane is a very pretty town, as we're Doune and Bridge of Allan. We will be back.
We had a great stay at the cottage. It had all we needed and was very clean.
The weather wasn't the best so spent more time in the property planned but that was grand as it was a comfortable and nicely furnished.
It is well located with a short walk to the centre of Dunblane. Be prepared for some hills on the way back though!
All in all, a lovely property that we recommend to anyone looking for a holiday let.
This is a lovely cottage, beautifully decorated and homey. It is well-equipped with very comfortable beds. The cottage sits across from wonderful gardens. It is a short walk into Dunblane. We enjoyed the Dunblane to Ashfield walk along the Allan Water (stream) with spring blooms just beginning. The train to Edinburgh was easy and far superior to trying to drive there. This is the most expensive VRBO we have stayed in, quite a splurge for us, but we have to admit that it was a real delight. The host, Debbie, was kind and attentive.
7 accommodations in 16 days and this one ranked right up there. No stairs... two lovely full bathrooms, great location! So clean and nice goodie box from the host.
We stayed at this cottage as a our bolt hole to visit family and friends. It is a lovely cottage and ideally suited to access so much of Scotland. We enjoyed the lovely secluded walled garden - when the sun was shining. We were only 15 minutes walk to Dunblane and all of its services including the train links to Edinburgh and Glasgow. We also enjoyed the hour and a half walk on the ancient Darn Path to get to Bridge of Allen. Highly recommend
Cottage douillet, très bien localisé, très bien équipé.
Mon mari et moi avons passé 6 jours au Gardener's Cottage. La maison est très bien rénovée / équipée et les alentours sont magnifiques : immenses arbres, beaux jardins, bel environnement paysager. Nous recommandons chaleureusement cette adresse ! L'accueil est organisé pour que le séjour soit le plus confortable possible.
We absolutely fell in love with this cottage and its surroundings. Situated in a private community, this cottage felt as though we actually lived in Dunblane. We enjoyed the tranquility of it so much that we were okay foregoing some plans to take full advantage of the peace and quiet the cottage had to offer. The beds are comfortable and the house is designed to private privacy within the home. Debbie was wonderful and was very attentive to our needs. We were warned of the 15 minute uphill walk (which was slightly uphill at most) but with a teen and a senior with a hip issue in tow, we took that trip several times without issue. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Beautiful, well-equipped cottage that was perfect for 4 adults or a family of 4 to 5. The setting was lovely and the location was quiet but within walking distance to Dunblane. Don't miss Another Miss Tilly's Tearoom...cozy spot for breakfast or tea with very friendly staff.
In years of traveling with Vrbo, we rate this as our top selection!
The lovely home is absolutely perfect. In every way. A fantastic host who is available, knowledgeable, and expert at understanding needs of the traveler and providing them most thoughtfully. Everything needed in an accommodation during a family's visit is there and it is top class - no compromises at all. This stay has forever killed hotel stays for us!
The home was perfect for us and extremely comfortable. Everything is top notch - kitchen, living room (s), bathrooms, bedrooms. Appliances are top notch and parking is perfect and secure. No issue with anything in the apartment. Each aspect needed for a stay has been anticipated.
Dunblane is a gorgeous town and it was perfect for us to drive up to Glencoe and visit Glasgow and Edinburgh. The pride of the town of course is Andy Murray and we saw the tennis courts where he began his journey. We had two meals at the India Gate restaurant - it was delightful and it is recommended without reservation too.
Overall, 5 star and highly recommended.
A fantastic cottage, beautifully renovated with high quality furnishings and spotlessly clean. We were really impressed with the cottage, it’s location within private grounds in Dunblane and the ease of getting out and about across southern Scotland. Wish we had stayed longer and will definitely return again. Highly recommend.