Overlooking a serene 120-acre loch, Osprey Hideaways offers a peaceful retreat. Unwind in the open-plan living space with French doors leading to the patio or explore the surrounding countryside with endless walking routes. With private parking, gas central heating, and Wi-Fi included, this property provides comfortable accommodation for couples or family groups.
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Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Parking available
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Barn Owl Cottage - 27941
Situated in stunning rural scenery and overlooking a 120-acre loch, this property is located only 4 miles from Stirling.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Bluray Player, DVD Player, CD Player, French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Private parking for 2 cars.. All properties: Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Sitting-out area with garden furniture. Large garden with courtyard (shared with other properties on-site). Bike store. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a borehole. . Stunning scenery. Only 4 miles from the historic city of Stirling, yet hidden away in a truly magnificent and peaceful rural scenery means a perfect location for year-round holidays. Osprey Hideaways overlooks the owners’ own 120-acre loch where ospreys can be seen feeding most days in season. 300ft high cliffs frame the far side of the water, making the views genuinely stunning. All the cottages are furnished to a very high boutique standard and provide excellent accommodation for couples or family groups. A welcome pack is provided including a bottle of bubbly so that you can relax as soon as you arrive. There is also lovely linen, towels, bathrobes - and even slippers! To top this off is the honesty room where you can borrow books, a huge selection of DVDs, games, toys and visitor information. The owners live on site and are there to help as much (or as little!) as you want.
Each cottage has been named after birds that are regularly seen flying overhead, and are perfectly located to enjoy the best of both worlds at any time of the year - the peace of the countryside and the amenities and activities of the city. As well as being only 4 miles from Stirling city centre, it’s only 5 miles to the motorway junction for surprisingly quick journey times to Edinburgh, Perth and Glasgow and all their facilities. Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park is 20 miles away and the mountains to the north or the beautiful sea lochs to the west are all within a 2 hour drive. There are numerous golf courses locally and even the Gleneagles course is only 35 minutes’ away. For walks the choice is endless and one of the best cliff-top walks in central Scotland starts right at the cottages! Stirling is a vibrant but compact university city offering wonderful attractions, including an incredible castle, the amazing Wallace Monument, the historic Church of the Holy Rude and even ghost tours. There are restaurants to suit all tastes, swimming pools, sport centres, multiplex cinema, theatre, museum, pubs and shops. The best bit is that Stirling is very much a year round destination. The perfect place for the perfect holiday! Shops, pubs and restaurants 4 miles.
Free WiFi
Fireworks/drones are not allowed at this property.
EPC Rating = D
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Fishing
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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 ST00319P
About the area
Located in Stirling, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Notable landmarks in the area include Stirling Castle and Falkirk Wheel. Labyrinth and Gargunnock House Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Stirling travel guide
What time is check-in at Barn Owl Cottage - 27941?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Barn Owl Cottage - 27941?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Barn Owl Cottage - 27941 located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Stirling Golf Club, Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre and Smith Art Gallery and Museum. Old Town Jail and Mar's Walk are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Barn Owl Cottage - 27941 Reviews
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This is a fantastic place to stay. Clean and very well equipped. Essentials left by the owners were really great.Would 100% recommend this as a great place to stay.
Victoria Colwell
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie Taziker
5 May 2025
This is the 5th time staying here, very quiet and relaxing.
This is the 5th time staying here, very quiet and relaxing.Cottage is very comfortable with everything you could possibly need.Lovely location, perfect break.
At first we weren’t sure which cottage was ours as the name wasn’t stated in the email but when calling the manager, he came straight out and let us know. The property was lovely and clean and a nice welcome pack was there for us with Shortbread, bread, milk, cheese etc and a bottle of Prosecco. Was a lovely little place to stay and only 20 mins or so away from the Safari park etc .
Katie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gordon
16 Oct 2020
Lovely clean cottage that is well looked after by the hosts.
Lovely clean cottage that is well looked after by the hosts. Lovely scenery in a hideaway setting. The welcome pack is also a great touch. We had a wonderful time at Ospery Hideaways.
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Gordon
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie
25 Aug 2020
Excellent location for walking.
Excellent location for walking. Comfortable accommodation.
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Julie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jean
13 Aug 2020
Lovely cottage with everything you want for a break in the middle of the country but with Stirling o
Lovely cottage with everything you want for a break in the middle of the country but with Stirling only 4 miles away.
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Jean
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
22 July 2020
Lovely spacious cottage,peaceful surroundings.
Lovely spacious cottage,peaceful surroundings.Loved all the wildlife ,lots of birds and the hare that has made the garden its home.
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From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol
14 July 2020
Warm welcome and friendly, helpful hosts on site, discreet until needed.
Warm welcome and friendly, helpful hosts on site, discreet until needed. Lovely, peaceful tranquil setting.
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Carol
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ian
11 July 2020
The hosts were friendly and always helpful.
The hosts were friendly and always helpful. You can experience the natural world of Stirlingshire and yet be within easy reach of urban life. Safe and clean, a beautifully kept property. Outdoor activities and historic sites on the doorstep. As a family we plan to return. Memories of bird life, a glimmering Loch and space on to enjoy!
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Ian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
NIXON
14 June 2019
Best place ever that we have booked so far.
Best place ever that we have booked so far.
I gave 8 for location, as it is a short drive away for amenities but we found this to be a positive rather than a negative.
Beautiful location isolated and peaceful, but a short drive to Stirling and motorway to access tourist areas.
Lovely clean cottage, with everything you may need. Welcome pack a lovely bonus and owner very friendly and helpful.
We would love to book again.
NIXON
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
29 May 2019
Excellent well appointed cottage in a rural setting with views across the loch.
Excellent well appointed cottage in a rural setting with views across the loch.
Walks around loch start at the door.
Owners are very cheerful and helpful.
Sterling centre for shops and amenities only a few minutes drive away.
This is our second visit which speaks for itself
Anthony
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Angela
12 Feb 2019
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Lovely place with added extras you wouldn’t have thought you’d get in self catering, such as dressing gowns & slippers, welcome pack in kitchen ?
Angela
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debbie
25 Jan 2019
Absolutely amazing holiday home and the grounds are stunning.
Absolutely amazing holiday home and the grounds are stunning. Gorgeous location and the attention to detail in the property was perfect. Couldn’t fault it, we will definitely be returning . The owner was so kind and the honesty room with toys is a perfect bonus with small children to entertain .
Debbie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline
5 Jan 2019
Great time at Barn Owl.
Great time at Barn Owl. Welcome package best we have ever seen. Lots of extras provided.
Can be either a quite relaxing holiday or travel to many nearby attractions. We visited many of those including The Falkirk Wheel, Kelpies, Stirling castle & William Wallace memorial , Loch Lomond & a beautiful Japenese garden only 25 minutes drive away. If you like historical buildings Culross is a definate winner which if you are a National Trust member the palace & gardens are free. It is described as a palace but is more of a historical house.
Thanks to Morag for all her advice.
Jacqueline
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rosalind
16 Nov 2018
Fantastic cottage with everything we needed for a short break.
Fantastic cottage with everything we needed for a short break.
Rosalind
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emma
7 Oct 2018
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Another fantastic stay at Barn Owl Cottage! We will be back!
Emma
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tracey
23 Sept 2018
Excellant for disabled use as ramp etc provided.
Excellant for disabled use as ramp etc provided.
Tracey
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gemma
19 Sept 2018
This is such a beautiful cottage and location.
This is such a beautiful cottage and location. Everything you need is thought of, even slippers, robes and a welcome pack.
George and Morag are so lovely and welcoming. Morag was so kind to my daughters, even taking them to see her horses. This cottage is world class. It’s our 4th visit and won’t be the last ???
Gemma
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alison
7 Sept 2018
Just spent our 4th holiday at Barn Owl Cottage and can't recommend it highly enough.
Just spent our 4th holiday at Barn Owl Cottage and can't recommend it highly enough. It is spacious, comfortable, clean and great value for money.
It is located out of the way in farming country, by a beautiful reservoir, so is quiet and peaceful. It takes less than 10 minutes to get to main shopping areas, near to Stirling for town centre shopping and railway, and is not far from main Motorway routes to get to anywhere you want to visit. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful, and we'll be booking again for next year very shortly.