Guests say
Gareside Lodge is a charming, well-equipped cottage in a peaceful and scenic location, ideal for exploring Helensburgh, Loch Lomond, and the surrounding areas. Guests consistently praise the cosy atmosphere, helpful hosts, and dog-friendly environment. The log burner and garden are particular highlights. While most found the property clean and comfortable, some mentioned maintenance issues such as mattresses and minor repairs. Overall, the cottage offers a relaxing retreat with plenty of character and thoughtful touches.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, with only a few isolated comments about minor issues such as a poorly flushing toilet. The overall impression is of a well-kept property.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, secluded, and perfect for exploring local attractions. Guests appreciated the proximity to Loch Lomond, Helensburgh, and scenic walks.
The cottage is generally considered comfortable and cosy, especially with the log burner and underfloor heating. However, several guests noted that the mattresses were in need of replacement, affecting sleep quality for some.
The property is praised for being well-equipped, with a good kitchen, log burner, and garden. Some maintenance issues were mentioned, such as stiff doors, a broken stair rail, and a weak shower, but these did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcome, helpful hosts, wood for the fire, and starter money in the electricity meter. Please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Enjoying the cosy wood burner, secluded garden with a barbecue, and wonderful surroundings - a perfect year round location!. Close to Loch Lomond, this light and airy cottage style accommodation has French windows, woodburning stove and small secluded walled garden. Excellent walking and cycling. Gareloch is just down the lane with a launching slip, ideal for canoeing, windsurfing, dinghies and fishing. Loch Lomond National Park and golf course, 15 minutes. Monro’s, Cobbler 20 minutes, Ben Lomond 40 minutes. Helensburgh 10 minutes, Glasgow 45 minutes. Shop 2 miles.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, CD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Zip and Link Single Beds (Super Kingsize On Request).
Electric underfloor heating (ground floor), panel heaters and electricity by £1 coin meter. Bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Small garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. Visit Scotland 4 Star.
Free WiFi
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
EPC Rating = D
Letting licence no.: AR00320F
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (19)
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Mel Smith
Brilliant lodge. Central for most places to visit.Not as rural as we thought but very secluded.Highly recommend, warm and comfy.
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Confirmed Guest
Gareside is a lovely comfortable cottage. It has everything you need. The location is good to get to Loch Lomond easily as well as other lochs and wonderful walks. A stay here is highly recommended.
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G Deal
Lovely cottage. Gorgeous location set back away from the road and loch gare. Stunning viewsEasy access via car to local amenities Great base for exploring.Hosts very easy to contact and very helpful.Had a very relaxing time. The cottage was a lovely place to spend quality family time to get away from everything Spent most our evenings in with the log burner on after our days out exploring west Scotland