Guests say
Rowanlea is a beautifully appointed and spacious cottage, much praised for its stunning garden, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable living spaces. Guests consistently highlight the peaceful atmosphere, excellent social areas, and suitability for families and dogs. The property is spotlessly clean for most, with only occasional minor cleaning issues noted. Its location offers tranquillity and easy access to Crieff and local attractions, though the village itself has limited amenities. Overall, Rowanlea provides a relaxing and memorable stay, with thoughtful touches and a welcoming feel.
Most guests found the property spotlessly clean and well maintained, with fresh bedding and tidy spaces. A small number mentioned minor lapses in kitchen and bathroom cleaning, but these were exceptions rather than the rule.
The cottage is praised for its peaceful setting and proximity to Crieff and local attractions. Some guests noted the busy road at the front and limited village amenities, but overall found the location convenient and tranquil.
Guests consistently describe Rowanlea as spacious, cosy, and comfortable, with high-quality beds, relaxing garden rooms, and a homely atmosphere. The property is well suited for families and groups.
The house is very well equipped, with a modern kitchen, two bathrooms, wood burners, and a secure garden. A few guests noted minor issues such as missing oven gloves or dishwashing supplies, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Guests appreciated helpful communication, attention to detail, and some thoughtful touches. While some reviews mention local recommendations and a welcoming atmosphere, there are no consistent references to gifts, and such gestures cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
This wonderful property has a range of amenities within walking distance and is the perfect base for a family holiday..
Ground Floor:
Living room: 42" Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Sun Room: Woodburner
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and one basket of logs for each wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate.. Large lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. On road parking. No smoking.. Rowanlea is a delightful holiday cottage in the centre of the pretty village of Muthill, in the heart of the Strathearn area of Perthshire. This lovely property has been renovated to a good standard and thoughtfully furnished to provide everything you will need for a self-catering holiday. On the ground floor guests will find a cosy living room with a wood burner, as well as the contemporary kitchen/dining room with oak work tops, floor to ceiling windows and patio doors leading to the garden. There is also a garden room which is a fabulous place to relax and unwind, with a wood burner, perfect for lazy afternoons on cooler days. The floor to ceiling windows on three sides let the sunlight flood through and boast views over the garden. The first floor lays claim to three sumptuous bedrooms, all boasting fantastic views over the garden, as well as a family bathroom. The large garden has been thoughtfully designed, ideal for children to play or for the whole group to dine al fresco.
There is much to explore in Muthill, down the ancient lanes there is an old church dating back to the 12th-century, children’s play area, a renowned restaurant, café, ice cream parlour, local pub, shop and a 9-hole golf course. Crieff is only 3 miles away and is a great day out where you can visit a whisky distillery, crystal factory shop, deli and café selling local produce, craft shops, galleries, local shops and a super market. There are regular events throughout the year including the Crieff Highland Games and the Drovers Walking Festival. The area provides outdoor activities for all abilities, and if you prefer more strenuous activities, then mountains Ben Vorlich, Ben Chonzie and Ben Lawers provide excellent walking with water sports on Loch Earn and mountain biking. For the less energetic there are riverside walks along the banks of the River Earn and Turret. The area is also steeped in history with historic castles and monuments to visit. Famous for being in the TV show Outlander, Drummond Castle Garden is 2 miles away, as well as other locations seen in the show such as Doune Castle and Hopetoun House. Stirling, Perth, Edinburgh and Glasgow are easily accessible for day trips. With so much to see and do in the area, Rowanlea is the ideal location for friends and family who are looking to explore this magnificent area. Beach 37 miles. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
EPC Rating = D
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (33)
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Clare
We keep coming back.It’s a really lovely, spacious home away from home. Garden is very pretty and enclosed. The view of it and the gorgeous tree in the adjoining field is bewitching.Very comfortable, with home touches and well-equipped kitchen. Highly recommended.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely weekend away. Everything was perfect and we loved spending time in the garden room.
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Jacqueline Smith
We stayed in Rowanlea from 12/03/26 to 16/03/26. The house is lovely and had everything we needed. We took our 2 dogs and they loved playing in the secure garden.The garden room was just so lovely and peaceful and the under floor heating was great. The kitchen had everything we needed and had lovely Denby Crockery.The living room was lovely and cosy, we even put the log burner on and it was great. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable with lovely fresh bedding. On the whole it is a beautiful place to stay and we have rebooked to return in November.The only downside is there is no shop in the village, only a small selection of stuff can be bought from the filling station, however Crieff is only 3 miles away and has plenty shops.We got a takeaway from Crieff on the first night,( menu on board in kitchen). We had dinner in the Coorie Inn on Friday night and it was superb. They catered for my husband’s tomato allergy which was lovely. One the Saturday we went for drinks to the Commercial Bar and met the owner John and the locals, we were made very welcome and John suggested we get a pizza from the take away place in the village and eat it in the pub. Again they catered for my husband and made him a special pizza. They were amazing. We had a fabulous break and can’t wait to go back. This is a great place to stay and we thoroughly recommend it.