Stunning Large Garden Villa 7BR (Sleeps25) - nr Loch Lomond and Glasgow

Another pleasant and successful stag weekend. Michael explained upfront he was organising for an 11-person group of friends to get together again and visit Scotland. This stag group used the gas BBQ to produce their first meal al fresco on the decked terrace, followed by activities in the garden area of 'Pleasant Hill Scotland'. They proceeded to enjoy a day and evening in the city centre, and appeared to have a pretty full programme. They seemed to have a great time and were respectful guests at our villa. In summary, a pleasure to host. Haste ye back !!

It's always easier to host when a large group of guests seem delighted by what the villa, the village and the vicinity have to offer. It was a great start that Stephen and his pals were able to make good use of the wider garden area during a glorious evening spent playing football on the lawn by the main house, followed by a BBQ. Stephen took good notice of the advance information so was able to arrange for a supermarket delivery of groceries (which we could stack before they arrived) plus organise several outdoor activities around Loch Lomond and Glasgow. It's heart-warming that the villa provides a warm private place where groups of friends can gather ensemble and make the most of the easy access to Milngavie, Glasgow and Scotland's many adventures. Haste ye back, Chris

This summer, we’ve been blessed with a resumption of visitors from ‘across the pond’, and so were delighted to welcome Steve’s family who were gathering at Pleasant Hill Scotland and visited golf’s Open Championship at Royal Troon. He and the extended family were able to enjoy visits to nearby atractions such as Glengoyne whisky distillery and Mugdock Country Park. Although we're sorry we seemingly didn't merit our usual five-stars, overall we were gratified by Steve's family members' generous expressions of gratitude in saying they had had a lovely time. They were tremendously tidy, and we would have no hesitation in commending Steve to other hosts. Haste ye back! Chris & Frances ‘Pleasant Hill Scotland’

Harry is obviously familiar with the West of Scotland, so it was a privilege that he and his best friend’s stag group chose to gather at Pleasant Hill Scotland. They packed in so much during their visit and seemed happy to enjoy not only spending time at the villa in Milngavie, but also the easy access into Glasgow and all its entertainment options. They were respectful guests, and we especially welcomed their expressions of gratitude. It would be pleasure if they were to find excuse for a return visit. Needless to add, they treated our villa respectfully, and we have no hesitation in recommending Harry to other hosts. ***** Haste ye back! Chris & Frances

Lesley communicated with ease, took good note of our advance advice about local activities, and expressed gratitude for the on-hand support. Her party of 19 were a lively group of lovely people and appeared to have a wonderful time enjoying the area, the villa/garden and the local culture. In other words, Lesley was great to deal with and we would not hesitate to host her or her friends again. Haste ye back.

Ross and members of this stag group obviously had much familiarity with the West of Scotland, so it was an honour that they chose to gather at Pleasant Hill Scotland. They seemed entirely settled and happy to enjoy spending time at the villa, but also appreciated how close Milngavie’s shopping amenities are. An easy communicator and highly respectful fellow stags overall, frequently expressing their gratitude. It’ll be a pleasure if they have reason to return to 'Pleasant Hill Scotland'. Needless to add, they treated our villa and neighbourhood with respect, and we have no hesitation in recommending Ross to other hosts. ***** Haste ye back! Chris & Frances

Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted you found the property size and accommodation space served you and your friends so well, you discovered the pleasantness of Milngavie and that you found the access to Glasgow so convenient. Hopefully the guidance and help both beforehand and upon your arrival helped to ensure your visit ran smoothly. [Regrettably, a large ebullient party of previous guests had taken food into some bedrooms and we had only a limited changeover time on the day to ventilate. Although any moist smells in the the utility room nearby can be cleared by opening either the window or rear door, we will be making sure that doesn't happen again.] Haste ye back.

This summer, we’ve been blessed with a resumption of visitors from ‘across the pond’, and were so delighted to welcome KLynn for an extended family gathering at Pleasant Hill Scotland. As organiser of such a large number, she obviously had to contend with challenges that derive from proverbially herding kittens - with the dispersed nature of and travel logistics for family members from (literally) all four quarters of the States - especially since they were planning on tracing/visiting family roots as well as enjoying tours to nearby attractions such as Callander, Loch Lomond and Stirling. It became a true pleasure to host them (including some last-minute set-up adaptations), provide Concierge help as well as private catering - which everyone seemed to find delicious. KLynn’s family members were tremendously tidy guests and left the place in spit-spot condition. We could have no hesitation in commending KLynn to other hosts. Haste ye back! Chris & Frances ‘Pleasant Hill Scotland’

This family were such a pleasure to host. It's always a delight when guests make the most of Pleasant Hill’s capacity and amenities, especially for multi-generational ‘homecoming’ visits to Scotland. The family were able to use the wider garden space for both Pleasant Hill and the main house next door, but their own terrace and private garden area seemed to work well enough when inviting friends to join them. Such a wonderful family - we will long remember with fondness the Glaswegian-born father-in-law's obvious pleasure at 'coming home'. All the very best. Haste ye back. Chris

We’re confused as well as sorry that some of this hen group were unhappy, especially since the review awarded a 4* rating on top of the 100s of 5* reviews we’ve received across the usual OTA platforms - most specifically thank us for personal support before, during and after visits. In this instance, the final message benevolently received from mother-of- groom read: “Thank you for a wonderful weekend, I think everyone enjoyed themselves.” There are two sides to every story: A) Comms with Jean were highly challenging in the lead-up to and during their stay. Frequent chaser messages had to be sent to Jean. The vast majority of reviews underline our custom to maintain open, frequent and prompt responses. We can find no evidence of Jean’s 4 calls or unanswered messages; B) All guest groups are forewarned FOUR times about the need for us to routinely and discreetly top-up hot tub’s water level and check chemical balance. Guests are reminded during check-in that this is standard housekeeping for such technical amenities like a hot tub; C) Advance-shared safety rules restrict hot tub use between 0700-2200hrs. On the first evening, several intoxicated group members chose to break house rules and opened up the hot tub for use at 2300hrs, risking safety + disturbing neighbourhood peace. We had to get out of bed, head round, remind guests of safety rules and close up the hot tub. As a result, and from thereon, a few guests became hostile; D) During a customary daytime check of the hot tub, we discovered one of the water jets had been damaged and removed. Surprised why any hot tub jet would be removed, we knocked on garden door and asked where it was. We openly explained our need to consider whether to remedy the damage immediately or later. It is so unreasonable to infer we don’t respect privacy. To avoid confrontation and as a gesture of goodwill, we did not charge for the damage; E) Guests had asked us to reserve 20 tickets for annual public street party in village centre during Saturday - a sell-out/popular event. AFTER the event had started, guests informed us they would not be using those tickets ...... thus preventing others from attending a very popular occasion. It was left for us to apologise to the event’s organisers; F) A day before arrival, Jean requested early-entry and late check-out. We explained our standard extra fee, but as a result of her immediate unpleasant reaction we decided not to charge this in yet another display of goodwill. In spite of inference, no payment was charged; G) We noted an absence of gratitude for the not insignificant help in re-arranging bedroom layouts, preparing the property for hen party and carrying bags up from guests’ cars; H) In summary, for the benefit of readers, this group included a few individuals who chose to ignore standard social behaviour rules and adopted a hostile attitude towards the hosts and local community. Our genuine hope is that the eventual wedding event was not spoiled by similar unreasonableness. As owners, we approach the villa discreetly and only for pre-agreed housekeeping or servicing reasons. Most guests have expressed appreciation for that level of care and support.

Perhaps folk are just keen to re-surface for some post-lockdown air, perhaps it’s the ease of advance dialogue to help plan activities, or perhaps it’s the on-hand support with easy access to amenities, but for sure we have been lucky at ‘Pleasant Hill’ to attract larger groups of friends who gather to create a collective bank of memories. [The homemade goodies also seem to be quite alluring!] After two years of government-induced fear and uncertainty, we’re so delighted Stephen and his 23 pals were determined to have so much fun whilst making good use of and showing respect for Pleasant Hill’s amenities - especially the hot tub and gas BBQ during some wild and windy weather! We defy any property owner not to love hosting such guests, and would be happy to see Stephen and his group for a return visit. Haste ye back. Chris

We defy anyone to dislike anything about respectful groups of stags such as David's. We were delighted they were able to organise an interesting schedule of activities both in the extensive garden and also within easy reach of 'Pleasant Hill'. As with so many local activities - including Loch Lomond Shooting School (where we know the owner VERY well) - we are always delighted to help both with organising and in achieving discounts. Overall, we're naturally glad David and his associates found that Pleasant Hill fulfils a role - and we perform a service - for larger groups of families and friends who prefer exclusive private time together in a quiet and easily accessible residential neighbourhood. Haste ye back. Chris

Is it our desire to get things right in the first place, the on-site support put things right if not or the breadth of amenities that allow ‘Pleasant Hill’ to attract families from all over who want to create and bank memories of good times together? No sycophancy intended, it was such a pleasure to welcome Mark’s family partly because of the special reason they were all gathering in Scotland and partly to help redress the disappointment they were feeling after being let down by another venue. They happily made good use of the facilities, the multiple games in the garden and enjoyed the privacy within this quiet area. Mark and his family expressed so much warmth and courtesy in their appreciation about how comfortable they’ve been at the villa - partly, we suspect, because they were able to invite over other strands of the wider family which helped everyone commemorate the occasion. We hope the sunsets, facilities and togetherness proved more than enough to ensure the space, privacy, comfort and location made lifelong memories! Haste ye back. Chris

Oh dear, we've let someone down. Although confused by a positive headline and broadly appreciative remarks, this is our first ever 3* review! We are therefore sorry not to have met expectations. We don’t mind admitting this was our shortest turnaround ever - a last minute booking (<24 hours' notice) plus an increase in guest numbers hours before arrival. If there were flaws in the service or presentation, the tight timeframe might go some way to explain.As for pricing, the run-up to August’s holiday weekend is amidst our

It will be our pleasure to honour Lorna’s free date switch and welcome her group of 12 later this year - partly because the politicians had denied them this opportunity to have fun over their originally planned weekend. We’ll also be delighted to see them make good use of the amenities, the wider garden and enjoy the privacy within this quiet area. We hope the warmth, the sunset views and the well-stocked facilities will prove more than enough to ensure the space, privacy, comfort and location make lifelong memories for them all! Chris