Loch Earn Lodge Ardcraig

Located in the pretty village of St Fillans in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this stylish cottage is located within the magnificent Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Sleeping four in two bedrooms plus two dogs, this is perfect for walkers, bikers, Munro baggers, and water sports and nature enthusiasts. With a wide range of food and drink, clothing, gifts, crafts and art shops 11 miles away in the historic town of Crieff, you will find something to suit everyone.

Serene and unique in tones of teal and pale blue reflecting the changing hues of the loch outside, warm wooden floors and eaved ceilings are complemented by skylights in the living space of this stylish home. Light and airy during the day, the room takes on a cosy and warm demeanour once the wood burner is lit.

Discard all your outdoor gear in the vestibule of this charming, single-storey lodge, before heading through to the light and bright open-plan living space. Prepare yourself a delicious meal, and gather everyone together at the dining table, enjoying the lovely loch views as you eat. After supper, relax on the comfortable sofas, reading a good book or watching a movie as your pup snoozes in front of the roaring wood burner. Both bedrooms are en-suite and delightfully decorated giving a boutique feel to your stay, and the Jacuzzi bath is the perfect way to unwind tired legs. With an array of scenic walks along the edge of the loch, wake with a leisurely stroll, coffee in hand and pup at your feet.

Outside, the fully enclosed garden has a seating area, charcoal BBQ and outdoor heater, perfect for al fresco dining. End your day stargazing with a nice glass of wine, good local ale or a wee dram, making the most of the dark skies.

Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week.

• 2 Bedrooms – 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request) and 1 king size
• 1 En-suite bathroom with corner Jacuzzi bath and WC and 1 en-suite shower and WC
• Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher
• Utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer
• Private off-road parking for 2 cars
• Shops, pubs and restaurants within walking distance
• Smart TV/DVD and CD player in lounge and TVs in both bedrooms
• Enclosed garden with seating area and charcoal BBQ
• Travel cot available on request
• Wi-Fi available

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is an area of sparkling lochs, rolling hills, sleepy forests and welcoming villages, and the perfect base for those looking to get lost in the great outdoors. The spectacular Loch Earn is right on your doorstep and offers multiple water sports activities ranging from waterskiing and wakeboarding to kayaking and SUP hire.

St Fillans has shops, pubs and restaurants, set against wooded hills and towering mountains that rise steeply from the loch, allowing for an array of scenic walks and cycle routes. Mountaineers and hikers will love the challenge of bagging the nearby Ben Vorlich (9 miles), and at 985 metres high, the views from the top are simply spectacular. Stuc a Chroin (10 miles) is a steep and rocky peak, and not for the faint-hearted.

Discover tearooms and souvenir shops in the historic town of Callander (21 miles) and the city of Stirling (29 miles) has excellent shopping, leisure facilities, restaurants and the majestic Stirling Castle, one of Scotlands most historically important sites. Loch Lubnaig (14.5 miles) will delight water sport enthusiasts with fishing, canoeing and kayaking.

Play a round at St Fillans Golf Club (0.5 miles) or Callander Golf Club (21 miles), or tackle the treetops at Go Ape Aberfoyle (32 miles). Plus, historians can visit the Balquhidder kirkyard (14 miles) to see the resting place of the world-famous outlaw Rob Roy. Travel further afield and visit the wonderful cities of Perth (29 miles) and Glasgow (55 miles), both offering extensive shopping, historical landmarks and restaurants.