Guests say
Tullibole Castle Longhouse offers a peaceful and cosy retreat surrounded by stunning countryside and abundant wildlife, including daily visits from peacocks. Guests consistently praise the beautiful views, warm and well-equipped cottage, and the welcoming hosts. The location is ideal for exploring central Scotland, with easy access to nearby towns and attractions. While some mention minor issues with the TV, kitchen appliances, and the appearance of the front courtyard, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
The majority of guests found the cottage very clean and well-presented, with only rare minor mentions of maintenance issues. Cleanliness is frequently highlighted as a positive aspect.
The location is widely praised for its tranquillity, beautiful views, and proximity to nature and local attractions. Guests appreciate the easy access to Edinburgh, Stirling, and other sites.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with underfloor heating and pleasant furnishings. A few mention the seating could be improved and note occasional noise from peacocks.
Facilities are generally good, with well-equipped kitchen and modern amenities. However, several guests mention issues with the TV, combi oven, and the courtyard's appearance, as well as a lack of a full oven.
Hosts are described as friendly, helpful, and welcoming, often providing local recommendations. While some guests mention thoughtful touches, such as advice and a warm welcome, gifts are not consistently referenced and cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
This unique holiday cottage set in the grounds of Tullibole Castle offers luxurious accommodation in an idyllic location.. For a unique experience, look no further than this Visit Scotland ‘4 star’ standard former Scottish longhouse. The cottage has won an award for its conservation of original features which now combine with a contemporary twist to provide a private countryside retreat, far from the stress of everyday life. Set within the grounds of Tullibole Castle which dates back to the 17th century - tours can be arranged with the owner on request. The beamed living/dining room has wooden floors, exposed stone work and a comfortable sofa to watch the Freeview TV in front of the wood-burning stove. The spacious bedroom has a vaulted ceiling with beams and en-suite bathroom with large walk-in shower.
The wonderful conservatory, with its two glass walls, is ideal to enjoy an evening meal, whilst looking out towards the Ochil and Cleish Hills. The large enclosed garden is superb for long sunny days, and the strutting peacocks who share it with you will keep you entertained for hours. Explore the peace of the surrounding woodland and see if you can glimpse the kingfisher and heron that sometimes fish in the 16th-century castle moat. For that truly magical moment, meals can be taken in the castle by arrangement. Afterward, make your way back to your idyllic hideaway, detour past the 18th-century dovecote before meandering through the charming maze which has been created as a memorial to the witches who met their fate at the Crook of Devon Witch Trials. If you can tear yourself away from this idyllic location then golf lovers can enjoy a round or two at Gleneagles, Muckhart or Kinross. History, culture and the ultimate shopping experience awaits in Edinburgh, less than an hour away, as are St Andrews and Stirling. A 25-minute walk leads to the village (local shops and pub food).. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area: (1 Step)
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge, Washing Machine
Bedroom: (1 Step), Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
LPG underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Enclosed garden with garden furniture. Meals in castle available on request. Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Scottish Letting Licence No: PK13456F
Reviews (39)
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Martin Sawyer
Overall the place was great depending on what you want from your holiday, on the plus side it’s quirky and the sunroom at the end is great to sit in watching the wildlife and of course the peacocks, on the downside it could do with an upgrade it’s a bit tired it needs some comfortable seats in the sunroom not wooden chairs and the cooking facilities are really inadequate if you want to cook a meal forget it there is only a combination microwave oven and some rings on top.The outside area is also unkempt and scruffy to look at although the castle grounds themself are great to walk in, ps don’t expect to watch television either it doesn’t work
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely little place. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and wildlife. Ideal base to explore surrounding area or switch off from the world and enjoy some peace and quiet with the resident peacocks.
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Laura Hunt
We had the most amazing time at Tullibole Longhouse. The longhouse has everything you could need, very cleverly thought out, you don't need the TV when you have the most stunning views from the dining/conservatory area. We saw lots of wild life including red squirrels, the peacocks, variety of birds and small mammals, the grounds are absoutely stunning. Not a long drive to the town centre and lots of lovely places and things to do without having to do such long journeys. It is honestly the most beautiful place we have stayed in Scotland and would love to come back!