Guests say
Muirmailing Cottage receives glowing praise for its immaculate presentation, spacious and well-equipped interiors, and peaceful countryside setting. Guests consistently highlight the warm, welcoming hosts and the cottage’s ideal location for exploring central Scotland. The property is described as comfortable and homely, with excellent access to local attractions. While a few minor issues were noted, such as occasional maintenance or privacy concerns, the overwhelming majority of reviews are highly positive, making this cottage a popular choice for a relaxing and memorable stay.
Most guests describe the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and very clean, with only rare exceptions where minor cleaning issues were promptly addressed by the owner. The overall impression is of a very well-maintained property.
The location is frequently praised as peaceful yet central, with easy access to Stirling, Falkirk, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and local attractions. Guests appreciate the rural setting combined with excellent transport links.
Reviews consistently mention comfortable beds, sofas, and a homely atmosphere. The cottage is described as spacious, cosy even in cold weather, and a true home from home.
Guests highlight the modern, well-equipped kitchen, quality furnishings, and thoughtful amenities such as multiple bathrooms and a porch for wet gear. Occasional minor maintenance issues are noted but do not detract from the overall high standard.
The hosts are repeatedly described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, often going above and beyond to assist guests. While some guests mention thoughtful gestures, such as advice or small touches, gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Stirling 5.5 miles. A delightful, barn conversion situated close to the owner's home within their smallholding. Surrounded by beautiful Stirlingshire scenery and well-appointed throughout to provide quality holiday accommodation, this Stirling cottage is ideal for those wishing for an attractive base from which to explore this scenic and historic part of Scotland. Offering flexible sleeping arrangements, this beautiful West Plean cottage has two bedrooms on the first floor, which can either be prepared as twins or doubles on request, making it perfect for almost every group's needs. The ground floor accommodation at this Stirlingshire self-catering cottage benefits from underfloor heating and comprises a stylish kitchen with a dining area and a delightful sitting room with a door that opens out to the patio.
Outside this Stirling holiday accommodation is a charming patio garden providing a perfect place to enjoy alfresco meals together on warm evenings. All of this and more awaits at Muirmailing Cottage. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1138457, together sleeping up to 8 guests.
Stirling is Scotland’s youngest city and yet one that has so much ancient history from William Wallace to Robert the Bruce. Stirling’s history is evident today in the Old Town, which boasts family ghost walks and tales from the graveyard. Stirling Castle has a superb, dramatic cliff-top location overlooking the city and provides a stunning outlook from its battlements to the mountains, cliffs and River Forth snaking away to Edinburgh.
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: ST-00113-FEPC Rating: Band C
Accommodation
Two double bedrooms (zip/link, can be twin on request).
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room.
Central heating from air-source heat pump with underfloor heating on ground floor.
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot, highchair and stairgate on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Front patio with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 1 mile.
Note: Mobile phone signal is variable at this property.
Note: Sloping ceiling and reduced head height in bedrooms.
Note: The owners have a cat and a dog, and there are two ponies in the field around 300 yards from cottage.
Note: This property only accepts a maximum of four people inclusive of infants.
Note: Bookings for this property are for holiday makers only, no workers.
Note: The owner of the property accepts a minimum of 3 nights.
Reviews (101)
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Sridhar
We stayed for seven nights and found it to be a lovely, spacious, and comfortable cottage in a beautiful location. It had everything we could possibly need. The owners, Wendy and Graham, were very friendly and helpful. The location is ideal for easy access to Stirling, while Edinburgh and Glasgow, along with other major centres in central Scotland, are less than an hour away. We would happily stay here again.
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Lisa
The accommodation was clean, comfy and very well equipped. Wendy was friendly, helpful and thoughtful, bringing us a parasol when the weather was extremely sunny and checking we'd found the fans. The location is absolutely beautiful! We arrived to skylarks and house martins, saw bats and a hare, and were made very welcome by the cat. It is in beautiful countryside with stunning views, but close to a little village and only a 15 minute drive to Falkirk or Stirling. We were able to catch the train to Edinburgh, and I'm sure the same could be done if you wished to explore Glasgow. Lots in the local area to explore too. Stirling castle was extremely good. We would highly recommend this property, and would book it again without a second thought!
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Catriona
Wendy and Graham are exceptional hosts. I would recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a visit to Scotland.