Luxury cottage, hot tub and wood burner, ideal for families celebrations.
Welcome to Ochilview a period country cottage dated 1885 situated at the foot of the Ochil hills. Which is great for walking, hiking and cycling. Ideal for friends, families and pets to holiday together. You'll love our spacious cottage its got everything you need to relax with large lounge and dinning area plus each bedroom is spacious with comfortable beds and pillows. We have a safe walled gated garden for kids and dogs. Ground floor sleeping and living areas. A large well equiped kitchen, a lounge area with patio doors leading out to a sunny decked area for outside alfresco dining. Enjoy our 6 seater hot tub, BBQ eating out area seating 10 comfortably. Walkers and cyclist's love the near by hills and glens and country cycling paths that lead to other near by villages. We have baby high chair, toys and travel cot for the young ones. Lovely green seated areas and football parks 50 metres away. Explore the hills they are just out the back. Spend evenings relaxing in our garden or indoors by the log burner with a selection of games, DVD, books and CDs. WIFI, 2 x TV's With a good selection of books, CD's and DVDs. It's a great base to explore Central Scotland, with near by attractions such as Stirling castle, Wallace Monument, Safari Park, Go Ape, The Trossachs, Callander and Bridge of Allan. Plenty of local good quality golf courses near by. St. Andrews and Gleneagles under 1 hr either direction. Stirling University is 5 mins away, which has a brand new large olympian sports and swimming complex. Glasgow and Edinburgh 40 mins away. Our small village has a Chip Shop, Pub, Indian restaurant, Post Office, Chemist, Local amenities shop, Church, Community Centre, only 2 mins walk. Bus stop 2 mins away. Local restaurants and pubs in villages near by.
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please no pets to sleep in beds or up-stairs.
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 11242466
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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
About the area
Menstrie
Menstrie is home to this cottage. Airthrey Golf Course and Alloa Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Labyrinth and Briarlands Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Tyre Maze and Blair Drummond Safari Park. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Does Luxury cottage, hot tub and wood burner, ideal for families celebrations. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury cottage, hot tub and wood burner, ideal for families celebrations.?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury cottage, hot tub and wood burner, ideal for families celebrations. on 18 May 2026 start from AU$694, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Luxury cottage, hot tub and wood burner, ideal for families celebrations. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Luxury cottage, hot tub and wood burner, ideal for families celebrations.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury cottage, hot tub and wood burner, ideal for families celebrations.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury cottage, hot tub and wood burner, ideal for families celebrations.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury cottage, hot tub and wood burner, ideal for families celebrations. located?
This family-friendly Menstrie cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ochil Hills, Labyrinth and University of Stirling. Stirling Castle and Gartmorn Dam Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The cottage is great and perfect for family. It has lots of room with comfortable beds and furniture. The location is also ideal, a great central point in southern Scotland with a grocery store and restaurant literally a two-minute walk away.
Excellent. Grocery a stones' throw. Short drive to Stirling. Comfortable beds. Great water pressure. Great backyard space to enjoy. We loved our stay.
Tara S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Hi and thank you for the great review of 5 stars. We're delighted to hear you all enjoyed the comfort of our holiday home and our garden, plus the surrounding areas. This means a lot to us, hope you visit us again sometime.
Great base to explore surrounding area.Might be useful to note that one of the double bedrooms is accessed through a smaller bedroom with two single beds meaning guests have to walk through.Otherwise great place to stay
Girls annual Xmas weekend, first time here and will defo be back, well equipped, hot tub fab, lovely cottage and great communication with host.
Cheryl R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Dec 2023
It was lovely you all enjoy your stay at our holiday home and that you all enjoyed the hot tub, is great. We do hope you holiday with us again. Thanks again for recycling the rubbish in the correct bins, this was helpful. :)
2 families with teen boys, amazing hiking, comfortable small town setting, comfortable and relaxing house! This cottage was everything a holiday stay was supposed to be! We all really enjoyed our stay, hope to get back this way again!!
Heather S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2024
Thanks for the great review that you all had a lovely time in our holiday cottage.Thanks for taking care of our property as you would yours. We would love to have you stay again in the future.
The cottage was just what we needed, lots of lovely thoughtful touches were included.
A great place to unwind with family. Beautiful location, the hill walks behind the house were stunning and surprisingly easy.
Lovely outdoor spaces to enjoy as well.
A P.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2024
Thanks very much for your thoughtful review, we're delighted you had a lovely time at the cottage and you enjoyed the surrounding area.
Awesome property- very well appointed, lots of beds and rooms, great outdoor space and hot tub. TV is a bit old, no ability to cast your phone or use apps like Netflix, but that is the only (minor) gripe i could find. Highly recommend this place for larger groups...
Ken B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Hi Ken, Thanks for the review and 5 stars. We're happy to hear you all had a lovely time.
Great weekend spent at this lovely cottage. Me and my family had a great time and will be coming back again. Lots to do at the property and the surrounding area was brilliant. Perfect weekend.
James I.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thank you very much for the lovely review, it's great to hear you all had a lovely time in our holiday cottage. You're most welcome to come back anytime. X
The drive in to the VRBO is gorgeous, right in behind the Colorado National Monument. It may be a little remote for some, but that is what attracted us to the location. Host is very communicative! We ended up with a slight snafu and were unable to complete our stay, but would definitely book here again.
Ted B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth
2 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage was immaculate during our stay. Fully kitted out and comfortable. A great size for a family gathering. Fantastic nearby walks to take our dogs in beautiful surroundings.
The rooms were comfortable, good size and had everything we would need like extra towels and blankets. Having a big full size fridge was perfect for those of us with food allergies and have to cook our own food and they had areas for kids to play outside and games to keep them entertained. It has honestly been the best VRBO in 5 countries that we have stayed in !
nancy f.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Thank you very much for the lovely review you left us. We really do appreciate this. We're delighted to hear you've rated us the best you've had. We'd welcome you all back any time :)
Had a lovely stay for my 60th birthday celebrations. Beautiful house which was spotlessly clean. Ample space for the family and very convenient for visiting Blairdrummond, Stirling jail and even the Kelpies. Thank you for lovely welcome hamper. The hot tub was an added bonus. Really enjoyed our 3 night break.
Sarah W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
Thank you very much for the lovely review, it's very much appreciated. We're glad everything was to your standard and you enjoyed everything about our cottage and surrounding areas.
2 families from Denver Colorado area meet family from Liverpool. This was a great place with indoor and outdoor living areas. The Sterling castle shouldn't be missed and we also enjoyed the Falkirk wheel.
Mark H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for your review. It's good to hear that 3 sets of international families all had a memorable and great time here in our holiday cottage, making use of our indoor / outdoor facilities. Plus all the surrounding historical places of interest in Scotland.
Very comfortable house for our three-generation holiday — well appointed, great location, plenty of room. The highlights included the large gathering space and table, the hot tub, the access to hiking, and the easy walk to the village amenities. In every way, the house added to our Stirling experience.
House is lovely picture don’t do it justice ,would love to return in summer , we all had a great time , public transport nearby , we had a lovely day in Stirling . Will certainly return . Owner left a basket of lovely treats thank you
Trisha R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2025
Thanks very much for your comment about your stay, we're glad you all had a wonderful time, hope to have you all stay here again soon.
Spacious comfortable house, stylish but not fussy. Very comfortable beds, lots of wardrobe space, good showers. Fabulous hot tub! Great spot for touring castles and countryside - and excellent hill walks from the door. Stirling nearby is great for shops, cinema, museums and restaurants. Excellent host - super helpful.
Eve B.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Thank you very much for the lovely review about our cottage, we're so pleased your family and little doggies all had a fantastic time here. We'd gladly have you all back and thanks again for leaving our home clean and tidy. Your comment is much appreciated.
Great cottage which was a great size for our party lf 8. Fantastic welcome from our host who had left a gorgeous cake and treats for our stay which was to celebrate my parents 80th. Hot tub was an added bonus for the weekend. All amenities in the property were excellent and it was a great base to explore Stirling and a little further to St Andrew’s. Would return and recommend. Thanks for a great stay.
Caroline H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Thank you so very much for your comment it's very much appreciated. It's good to hear you'd holiday in our cottage again and we're glad you all had a wonderful time. X
In our party of six -- four adults, two teens--, everyone got their own bedroom! And we could all debate around the kitchen island (a must for this family). Our stay was short, but we took full advantage. The hot tub works fine. Highly recommended.
Michael W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
It's great to hear you enjoyed a memorable family holiday here in our holiday cottage. These times are valuable. This is the experience we had hoped we had created for everyone :)
From the very beginning the communication with the owner was fantastic. She replied to messages straight away. Answering any questions. The cottage was stunning. Clean tidy and felt very cosy. My family and i loved the location. I would definitely recommend it. And i will be booking again. As i just cant fault it we had the best 5 days and four nights making memories. Thank you.
Danielle W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thank-you very much Danielle and your family for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear you all had a great and memorable time. It was lovely to meet you and your family, we'd be happy to host you all again on your next vacation.
About the host
Your host
Busy multi tasking business owner and a mother of 3 talented children. I enjoy spending quality time with my family and the outdoor life that central Scotland brings!
Why they chose this property
Our cottage is a stylish and entertaining family retreat. Its location is second to none, in a quiet little village with spectacular views overlooking the Ochil hills. Perfect for large family gatherings and get togethers, hillwalking/trekking and mountain biking plus exploring all the nearby woodland walks. Visit our local Scottish heritage right on our doorstep. Glasgow, Edinburgh, StAndrews are only a short drive away.
What makes this property unique
This private period cottage has been our perfect family home for the last 30 years. Central to all connecting tourist spots. It has an enclosed walled garden for sitting out, perfect for enjoying out door life, safe for children and dogs. Hot tub in our back garden. Wood burning stove in lounge. Large dinning table and kitchen island for family meals. Well stocked with books, CD's DVD and toys and games. Comfortable lounge for relaxing. Comfortable beds. Ground floor living space and bedroom and bathroom areas. 2 walk in showers and 1 bath. Idea for all ages and abilities.
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