Garrique Cottage - 3 Bedroom (Sleeps 6) Cottage in Stirling
near historic Stirling, family and dog friendly, with garden, great wildlife, mountain views, and tennis court.
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Overview
Description
Perched in the hills west of historic Stirling, and less than an hours drive from Glasgow, Edinburgh and Perth, Garrique Cottage is an ideal base for exploring Scotland or for relaxing in the garden and surrounding countryside with friends and family, and perhaps a dog or two.. The cottage is peaceful and surprisingly spacious, with a beamed 33 foot long kitchen/dining/ living room and a separate sitting room with a wood burning stove and panoramic mountain views. French windows in the dining area lead out to decking with a picnic table and steps down to the south and west facing private garden. It provides accommodation for up to 6 people, and is all on one floor.Garrique Cottage is perfect for those wanting privacy and comfort combined with easy access to a variety of hill and woodland walks, historic homes and castles, beautiful gardens, wild swimming, distillery visits (notably Glengoyne and Deanston) and other activities. A number of walks start at the back door, and offer the chance to see deer, red squirrels, hare, rabbits, lambs in the spring, and a wide variety of song birds and raptors. A hard tennis/pickle ball court is available for visitors, often with exclusive use. Up to two dogs per party are very welcome and should enjoy all the open space around the cottage as should any youngsters. On the other hand, out of consideration to those with allergies we are unable to welcome smokers.
Kippen, with its two gastro pubs, delicatessen/café, village shop/post office and historic church is only four miles away by road or about 40 minutes walk over footpaths. Blair Drummond Safari Park and The Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park are close by. The City of Stirling, with its magnificent castle, historic old town, museum and art gallery, shops, supermarkets and a variety of eating places is an easy twenty minute drive, and the Wallace Monument (Braveheart), Doune Castle (Game of Thrones) and the Falkirk Wheel are all in easy reach, as is Gleneagles Hotel with its array of golf courses, spa, and multiple other activities. Glen Coe, Inverary, St Andrews, the Scottish Borders and Loch Ness can each be visited within a day. Golf courses at Aberfoyle, Balfron, Dunblane, Stirling, and Auchterarder all welcome visitors.
The cottage recently gained the Best Dog Friendly Holiday Cottage in the Central Belt Award in SME News' Best of British Getaways 2025 publication, and its third Customers Choice award from cottages.com..
Its EPC rating is C for energy efficiency and B for environmental impact. It’s Scottish short term let licence number is ST00241F.
PLEASE NOTE. Booking from April to October is usually by the week, with a Friday changeover. We are open to shorter stays from November to March, but never less than 3 nights and preferably 4.
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1
1 x Super King Bed
Large light room with 6 foot wide bed and space for a cot.
Bedroom 2
2 x Single Beds
Twin beds can be combined into a double bed on request.
Bedroom 3
2 x Bunk Bed s
Sturdy bunk beds suitable for adults or youngsters.
38 Reviews
Our Unforgettable Garrique Stay
By Karlie Barrett on 07-Mar-2026We had the pleasure of staying at the wonderful Garrique Cottage for two weeks, and in that time, we truly fell in love with the place. The cottage is perched on top of a beautiful hill, overlooking rolling farmland with many sheep, straight out of a postcard. There are gorgeous walks right outside the back door that we went on almost everyday. The owners, Fiona and Nander, are incredible hosts. They offered helpful tips throughout our stay and checked in to make sure we were comfortable. They were thoughtful, considerate, and delightful to interact with. The cottage itself is lovely. Our favorite room was the cozy sitting room with the fireplace. It was comfortable and had a beautiful view of the land surrounding the cottage. The rooms were well equipped, the beds were very comfortable, and everything was clean and welcoming upon arrival. The kitchen had a gas stove, and the dishwasher was new and quite large, which made cleaning up after meals so much easier. We loved our stay at Garrique Cottage. It’s the perfect place to experience an authentic Scotland. The location is ideal, and the little animals and critters around the property were such a fun highlight for our family. We would absolutely come back if we ever have the chance.
Owner response on 29-Apr-2026
Thank you so much for visiting us. We loved having you and your adorable little girls at the cottage and would love to see you all again some time.
Much needed rest in stunning surroundings
By Carolynn McLean on 03-Apr-2026This is our second time at the cottage and it certainly won't be the last! We absolutely love staying at Garrique Cottage, we were here during Storm Dave but nothing could spoil being at the cottage, the cottage is warm and comfortable, everything you could need is provided in the kitchen, the beds are so comfortable, I always have an amazing nights sleep, the woodland walks are outstanding our dog has had the time of his life running around the woods, Fiona and Nander are wonderful hosts, we cannot wait to return. I would recommend the cottage to anyone.
Stunning! Stirling within easy reach. Cottage with mountain views and very private and peaceful. Woodland walks, dog friendly.
By Janet visitor on 08-Aug-2025When we arrived at Garrique Cottage we were overwhelmed by the location; travelling in from Stirling we realised how close the cottage is to Stirling, but the road in gives you amazing privacy and amazing views which every morning was breathtaking! Everything you need is supplied by the well equipped kitchen. Beds are very comfortable and all cleaned to a high standard. The garden surrounds the property leading to woodland walks, info provided. Parking available right outside. We stayed for 2 weeks, wish it could've been longer! So much on your doorstep... We were greeted by the owners who were so friendly and accommodating but never intruded. 100% recommend.
Owner response on 01-Sep-2025
Thank you so much for coming all the way from Devon to visit us. We are both delighted you and your sons all had such a good time.
Lovely Cottage in perfect peaceful location
By Olwen on 20-Jun-2025We had a very enjoyable stay in Garrique Cottage. On arrival we couldn't help but to be impressed with the picturesque views set in such tranquil surroundings. Fiona was a perfect host, from providing a delicious welcome pack, making sure we were comfortable, and imparting local information, enabling us to quickly settle in. The cottage itself was very well equipped, catered for all our needs, and was the perfect base for exploring the local area. Following our holiday we highly recommend this cottage.........thank you Fiona
Owner response on 11-Aug-2025
Thank you for your review. We are so glad you enjoyed this lovely quiet place, and hope to see you again.
Perfect cottage in fabulous location
By Nicky Wheeler on 27-Jun-2025This is the second time we have stayed at Garrique Cottage. Fiona and Nander could not be more welcoming and helpful with local knowledge and the welcoming gift of their own honey, eggs and shortbread were very much appreciated. Although we have family living in Stirling, (about 15 mins away) it is the perfect place to stay to give ourselves a bit of independence while being able to spend plenty of time with them. Or that was what we thought before we arrived! In fact they ended up staying with us the whole two weeks to get away from the builders in their house but it worked perfectly. Our granddaughter loved the stream and the woods and our dog felt the woods and the forest were her back garden, excellent for exploring and wonderful walks. The cottage itself is extremely comfortable and so easy with everything you can think of you might need. On top of that of course is the view. Sitting out in the evenings after busy days, drink in hand, looking out over that view - what could be better! Thank you again to Fiona and Nander and hopefully we will be back again soon
Owner response on 16-Jul-2025
Thank you very much. We love having you to stay, and hope to see you all again before too long.
Silence is certainly golden
By Carol on 25-Apr-2025Find it difficult to express how peaceful this property is, we have not experienced this degree of total silence anywhere else so far in travels. Only the sound of birdsong to mesmerise your senses further. The property owners Fiona and Nander had fabulous knowledge of their woodland and surrounding walks, they were perfect hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed the never ending Forrest trails right from the door step as did our dog Dexter! The cottage was just stunning, so comfortable, clean, warm and spacious. Would definitely love to stay again and again and again........
Owner response on 13-Jun-2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so happy you had a great time, and hope to welcome you back before too long.