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.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number ST00319P
About the area
Stirling
Located in Stirling, this cottage is in a rural area. Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre and Smith Art Gallery and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stirling Golf Club and The Engine Shed. Labyrinth and Gargunnock House Gardens are also worth visiting.
Smith Art Gallery and Museum - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
Tolbooth - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
Old Town Jail - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
Stirling Castle - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
Church of the Holy Rude - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Polmont Station - 23 min drive
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 11 min drive
Linden Inn - 10 min drive
Nancy's Deli & Sandwich Bar - 9 min drive
Borestone Bar - 8 min drive
Costa Coffee - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Barn Owl Cottage - 27941 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Barn Owl Cottage - 27941?
As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barn Owl Cottage - 27941 on 25 July 2026 start from AU$511, 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.
How much is parking at Barn Owl Cottage - 27941?
On-site parking is available at the property.
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 in a rural location, 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).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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
A
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.
Alison
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