Guests say
Auchentroig House is a grand property with spacious rooms and beautiful grounds, ideal for large groups and family gatherings. Guests appreciate the responsive property manager and the unique experience of staying in a place with character and history. While some guests mention issues with heating and maintenance, the overall sentiment is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
The property generally appears to be well-kept, though some guests reported it being dusty upon arrival. There were also mentions of flies and a need for dusting in certain areas, suggesting room for improvement in cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions such as Trossachs and Loch Lomond. The vast grounds and the scenic beauty contribute to a positive experience.
Comfort levels are mixed, with several guests finding the property cold initially but warming up later. The spaciousness adds to the comfort, but issues with heating and some outdated facilities have been noted.
Facilities are adequate for large groups, with a well-sized kitchen and dining area. However, guests have reported problems with showers, leaks, and kitchen equipment, indicating that maintenance could be improved.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owner or manager. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
This huge apartment is one of four to reside within a grand castle-style country house, surrounded by private land, countryside and offering distant views of Loch Lomond, in the small village of Buchlyvie on the outskirts of the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Auchentroig House offers grand and spacious accommodation across two floors for a group of family and friends wanting to enjoy a peaceful and tranquil break, while being within easy reach of the countryside and lochs of the nearby national park. The property is accessed up a long driveway, with ample parking in front of the house, surrounded by stunning countryside and with a communal lawn to enjoy. Enter the apartment into a stunning entrance hall with exposed wooden flooring, a woodburning stove with seating placed around it and even a grand piano that those who are musically inclined will enjoy playing. From this huge open-plan space, there is a spacious kitchen/diner with plenty of space to prepare and enjoy group meals, while the utility room houses a range of handy appliances, including a fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. The living/dining room offers an alternate spot to enjoy meals together, as well as ample seating to relax onto, while enjoying the view of the surrounding grounds, with a quirky curved space in the corner, surrounded by windows, where you can sit and enjoy a cup of tea or a spot of lunch whilst enjoying looking out onto the garden. Also on the ground floor is a convenient powder room with two toilet cubicles and two basins. Heading up the grand staircase to the first floor, you will find six generously-sized double bedrooms, most of which have their own feature fireplace, and all of which are bright and airy and have lots of storage space for your belongings and are spread out along two corridors that are accessed up three small steps. You’ll be spoilt for choice upstairs not only for sleeping arrangements, but with bathrooms – there is one shared by two of the six bedrooms, which has a stunning Jacuzzi bath and a separate shower cubicle, as well as a family bathroom with a shower over bath. On this floor, there is additional socialising space in the snug area with seating, where you can sit peacefully with a good book or enjoy watching TV with the rest of the group. There are endless opportunities for days out enjoying your exquisite surroundings from this incredible Scottish holiday home. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1044861 together sleeping 16 guests. EPC Rating: Band F
Halfway between Loch Lomond and Stirling, the village of Buchlyvie offers an inn, a supermarket, post office and coffee shop/pottery shop, as well as an art gallery. Most of central Scotland can easily be accessed from the village with Loch Lomond, The Trossachs, Stirling and Glasgow all within easy reach.
Accommodation
Ground and first-floor apartment.
Entrance hall with woodburning stove.
Six double bedrooms on first floor: 4 x doubles, 2 x doubles with Jack-and-Jill Jacuzzi bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor powder room with 2 x WC cubicles and 2 x hand basins.
First-floor family bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Living/dining room.
First-floor snug.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Please note that the gas fireplace is not operational and decorative only but timber is of course included all stay, for the woodburner in the the main hall.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, large fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Grand piano in main hallway.
2 x TVs inc a Smart TV on the ground floor and WiFi.
Fuel and power included Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and high chair.
Ample off-road parking.
Large shared lawn.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 2.6 miles, pub 2.7 miles
Reviews (19)
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Heather
It is just beautiful and we would love to return. We had quick contact from the owner where we had any queries. The house needs a really good clean, the sinks and window ledges had dead flies. The main bathroom needs repaired the rust in bath is just not pleasant for anyone to use and the hot tub needs a good clean. We could not use them. The beds are very uncomfortable and given the cost, should be upgraded. Hopefully these points can be taken on board as we would love to return. We did not let the above dampen our stay but they are important points to create a more comfortable stay.
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Ryan
Canât stress enough the beauty of this place. Had the best weekend ever. Definitely worth it!
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Lucy
The entrance hall area is really special, and the piano made it for us! Would highly recommend.