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Spacious Riverside Cottage Perfect For Families, groups,pets. ** NEW HOT TUB**

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Children’s area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Nestled in the Strathendrick valley, The Honeyholm offers a serene retreat with a hot tub and picturesque views of the Dumgoyne hills. Explore Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park or visit historic villages like Balfron, just two miles away. Relax in style with oak floors, old stone walls, wood burning stove and great catering kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms190 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious Riverside Cottage Perfect For Families, groups,pets. ** NEW HOT TUB**


***Relax in our hot tub and after a day in the outdoors, enjoy the views and a 'wee dram'
The Honeyholm is a cozy cottage nesting in the Strathendrick valley adjacent to the Loch lomond and Trossachs National Park. located in a beautiful riverside setting with stunning views across open fields to the Dumgoyne hills and the Campsies.

Just two miles from the historic village of Balfron the cottage is perfectly situated for access to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National park as well as the historic seats of Stirling , Edinburgh and Glasgow.

The Honeyholm has been newly renovated to a superb standard ;please come and relax in style. A gem of a cottage, which will provide a super base for outdoor pursuits or city visits.Perfect for families with a play garden with large lounge, wood burning stove,oak floors, old stone walls and great catering kitchen.


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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,045 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a 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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Glasgow, Lanarkshire

What's nearby

  • art4you Scotland - 8 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Glengoyne Distillery - 12 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Blair Drummond Safari Park - 25 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Stirling Castle - 26 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Loch Lomond - 30 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Balloch Station - 23 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Benview Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Beech Tree Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Oakwood - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tir Na Nog - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Blane Valley Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Riverside Cottage Perfect For Families, groups,pets. ** NEW HOT TUB** pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Spacious Riverside Cottage Perfect For Families, groups,pets. ** NEW HOT TUB**?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Riverside Cottage Perfect For Families, groups,pets. ** NEW HOT TUB**?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Riverside Cottage Perfect For Families, groups,pets. ** NEW HOT TUB**?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Riverside Cottage Perfect For Families, groups,pets. ** NEW HOT TUB** located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of art4you Scotland, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Flanders Moss National Nature Reserve. Rob Roy Way - South and Glengoyne Distillery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Spacious Riverside Cottage Perfect For Families, groups,pets. ** NEW HOT TUB** Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, host was very welcoming and helpful during our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Me and the family had an amazing stay at this cottage. Perfect for everyone, lots of space and very clean. Hot tub was amazing with beautiful views to unwind and relax. And of course the host Ian was amazing, scones left were a lovey touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay!

Loved our stay! great views out the back, perfect for the 6 of us staying for a wedding nearby. Easy check in and check out, and the scones left for us were delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B., Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great short stay with family

Fantastic short break. Ian was a great host. Lovely property. Scones and wine upon arrival was a lovely welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Its a wonderful cottage, with a beautiful view from the back yard. Ian was very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural retreat

We enjoyed an all too brief stay at Balfron. The cottage and location were perfect, peaceful but close to amenities and attractions. Lovely host too who made sure we had everything we needed. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

June M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great staycation!

Everything about this rental was made easy by the owner excellent communication and welcome.... including scones👍 The house was lovely and the hot tub and views perfect...even in January. A warm and cosy stay perfect for our girly break.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic spot!

What a great location. Next to the river with views south to the Campsie fells. Lovely garden for the dogs while we relaxed on the deck in the evening sun and soaked up the view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Ian was absolutely wonderful, made our stay so enjoyable. Helped us navigate Glasgow, scones and wine were much appreciated after a long day of travel. Communication was great, we did not need to worry about a thing. Beautiful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Wedding in Fintry

We really enjoyed our stay at the property. Ian was a really helpful host. The property has stunning views from the Garden & is in close proximity to Fintry & Balfron. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We stayed here with family and had a lovely relaxing time taking in the views and enjoying the accomodation. Ian was a brilliant host, excellent communication, very helpful and friendly. The cottage is lovely and the perfect place for getting together. Thank you for a great holiday, we would most defintely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Holiday Destination

Great place to stay. The host was extremely helpful and friendly. The accommodation was excellent with a spacious living area, well furnished kitchen. All the bedrooms were spacious, clean and modern. All the facilities were top notch and above all the location and views were absolutely stunning. We can’t wait to go back, our granddaughter has called it her “new house!”
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful respite

Our extended family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed the space, view, and amenities at this home. The creek view is unbeatable and the hot tub and spacious yard were perfect for our teens. Ian is an excellent host who provided his famous scones upon arrival and checked in with us throughout our stay, providing tips for the rest of our travels around Scotland.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely stunning!!

This home is spacious, comfortable and in a beautiful location with easy access to Edinburgh and Glasgow. The host Ian was warm and friendly and went above and beyond to help us and make sure we were comfortable. He even stayed up late to make sure we got in ok after a change in travel plans. Would highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elly d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schotland

The children loved the trampoline The adults loved the hot tub We missed enough forks knives and spoons for our family of 7
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage and owner delightful

4 days with the amazing view of the Campsie Hills and river Endrick. Had friends and cousins to drinks also Ian the owner, the room was perfect for entertaining as well as the 5 of us. Lots for children which we did not use (no children)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

What a lovely property and fantastic area. Ian was there to meet us when we arrived and showed us round the place and how to work everything that was needed. He had baked us some scones and left us a bottle of wine to enjoy. The place was big enough for eight of us, six adults and two children. Dogs were made welcome. The place was clean and had everything we needed. The hot tub was lovely to relax in and look at the surrounding hills and scenery, very peaceful. Will definitely be back for another stay,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Julie G.

The cottage is spacious, clean, and has gorgeous views.

Our group consisted of five women and the cottage was perfect for us. It can be difficult to find a home with a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor and this cottage has a nice, cozy bed and bath with a walk in shower. Very accessible for someone with limited mobility. Ian was a wonderful host. He is friendly, charming, and helpful. We enjoyed the scones and jam that welcomed us. The cottage is clean and neat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Base Camp

Wow is this place amazing! Ian brings old fashioned, high quality hospitality. He makes you feel at home immediately with scones and wine and helps you to see Scotland as a local. We were very comfortable in the cottage which had everything we need for both children and for adults. The hot tub was great and the kids LOVED the creek and play structures. Using the cottage as our base, we explored Loch Lomond NP, Trossachs NP, Glasgow, Stirling, and Falkirk. Coming back "home" each evening to cook and relax was amazing. As frequent travelers and VRBO guests, this property is be far my family's favorite. Thanks for an amazing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

UCI BMX competitions

Seven of us stayed for two weeks. My three grandsons were competing in the BMX Worlds in Glasgow. We arrived late at night after a long flight from Canada and delayed luggage. Ian had a pot of chilli and homemade scones waiting for us! He was very welcoming and helpful during our stay. We were very comfortable in the cottage and we enjoyed being in the country. People in Balfron were welcoming as well.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Yaqueline K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Urlaub mit Enkeln

Ian war ein netter Gastgeber, er hat auch extra ein Töpfchen für unseren Enkel besorgt. Die Sauberkeit im Haus und drumherum war nicht in Ordnung.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjan D., Rossum, Netherlands

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Een rustig gelegen cottage met mooi uitzicht op de landelijke omgeving

Een gezellige, mooie cottage, van alle gemakken voorzien, met mooi uitzicht op de landelijke omgeving. Op korte afstand van Loch Lomond en de Trossachs en Glasgow. De eigenaar is zeer behulpzaam en communicatief.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Ian was welcoming, and the property was as stated. Nightly fires rounded off our days. Ian’s suggestion of Coffee at the rugby and bowling club was fantastic, as we were entertained by a local bowling league encounter.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant home n hot tub no matter the weather

My daughters and I had a magical visit to celebrate my birthday. We arrive and enjoyed the hot tub in the rain, woke to a gorgeous day drove 20 minutes to Balmaha and did some hiking and again enjoyed the hot tub. The next day was completely cloudless and we hiked Ben Lomond and we all were aided in our recovery by a long soak in the hot tub. The home is spacious, beautiful and clean with the best part being the bottle of wine and home made scones Ian share for our arrival!! There's a playground for little kids, a trampoline for all and beauty all around. Sure to be a hit with everyone!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage, beautiful surroundings

We spent 3 nights in this wonderful cottage. The property is exactly as listed on vrbo. Ian, the host, was very helpful and the home-baked scones were a very nice welcome surprise. The cottage is surrounded by pastures with lots of sheep and cows, and the views from the living room, hot tub and master bedroom are wonderful. Vey convenient for exploring the Loch Lomond area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022