Guests say
Springvale offers a spacious and comfortable stay, ideal for large groups and families, with a generous garden and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciated the peaceful location and easy access to local transport. While some found the property clean and welcoming, others noted areas needing improvement, such as maintenance and cleanliness. Communication with the owner and housekeeper was generally smooth, though there were isolated issues regarding deposit handling. Overall, Springvale provides a charming base for exploring the area, with plenty of room for relaxation and socialising.
Reviews were mixed, with some guests finding the house very clean, while others reported lower standards, such as needing to rewash cutlery and clean toilet floors. Overall, cleanliness was acceptable but could be improved.
The property is praised for its quiet setting and proximity to a railway station, making it convenient for travel. However, one guest was disappointed that the nearby 'beach' was not as described.
Guests highlighted the spaciousness, comfortable rooms, and suitability for large groups, with positive mentions of the conservatory and garden. Some furniture was noted as tired, but overall comfort was high.
The house is well-equipped, with a large kitchen and Aga, but several maintenance issues were reported, including loose banisters, problematic door locks, and powerful fire doors. Facilities are good but require attention.
Guests appreciated the well-stocked kitchen and the presence of homemade sweet treats, though such gifts are not guaranteed for all stays. Communication with the housekeeper was helpful and queries were resolved promptly.
About this property
A fantastic house for family gatherings with spacious gardens, all within a 2-minute walk to the Firth of Clyde..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Aga, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Electric Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Conservatory.
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 6: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Separate Toilet..
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair.. Enclosed back garden with summerhouse, sitting-out area and garden furniture. Enclosed front garden. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: Sorry, no hen or stag parties. Families and holidaymakers only. This property has a security deposit of £350.. This stunning Victorian Manor House is located only 200 yards from the Firth of Clyde in the village of Cardross. There is plenty to explore in the area, and a good place to walk is 2 miles away at Ardmore Point with unique rock formations, sea cliffs, fishing, and a notable bird-watching area. Also worth a visit is Dumbarton Castle and Rock, 5 miles away. Dumbarton Castle has a longer recorded history than any other castle in Britain!
There is a small completely self-contained owners-only studio/garden cottage with its entrance, shuttered/screened windows, and a tiny self-contained garden adjoining the main house at Springvale. The owner uses this studio/garden cottage intermittently.
Cardross is a conservation village and has its golf course, established 120 years ago, as well as a bowling, tennis and football club, post office, newsagent and pharmacy, and a village pub that caters for meals. Cardross train station is a 5-minute walk along a shore tarmac path, with frequent service to Glasgow, Edinburgh, and the Highlands.
Local attractions include Ardardan Estate Working Farm with a nursery and tearoom and nearby Geilston Garden. Looked after by the National Trust for Scotland, Geilston is a delightful garden typical of the small country estates on the banks of the Clyde, purchased by merchants and industrialists in the 18th and 19th centuries. Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park are very close - it’s just 6 miles to Balloch on the south shore of the loch.
This beautiful area has so much to offer with open spaces, sheltered bays, and islands to explore. Its inland waters are famous as one of the finest water sports venues in Scotland. The area is ideal for walkers and cyclists of all abilities and boasts a magnificent diversity of scenery with dramatic peaks, waterfalls, hidden caves, and mysterious, forest-covered slopes. Ayrshire and Burns’ country lie to the south, and the Western Highlands are to the north. Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Stirling are all easily reached for a day out.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = C
There is a security deposit of £350 to be paid 2 weeks prior to arrival, please pay by BACs directly to the owner
Scottish Letting Licence No: AR02112F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (5)
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Confirmed Guest
As a group of 6 adults and 3 children (aged 7&9) this house provided a good holiday home. It’s an old property with plenty of good sized rooms including a conservatory, Aga in kitchen and downstairs bedroom & shower room. The garden is a great size for energetic children. Parking is available but you’d struggle to get more than 3/4 cars there. House is easy to find in a quiet location. 15 min walk to railway station with a half hourly service to Glasgow/Edinburgh. House was clean and appears to have been recently decorated in some areas but some of the furniture and soft furnishing is starting to look tired. However showers, hot water, cooker etc all worked fine. . Couple of queries were easily sorted by housekeeper & communication by email with owner was easy. Overall a comfortable house that we would return to.
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Info
Second booking I have made for colleagues, the house is very clean, comfortable and well equipped. We would book again.
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Lyn
The size of the house was amazing, with plenty of space for all 12 of us. The garden was also huge so we had lots of room for the kids to run around. The location was described as close to a sandy beach but it wasn’t a beach, and was rather disappointing. Inside, the house does need some work. The banister on the stairs is loose and a danger. The fire doors are too powerful and we had to be very careful the little ones didn’t get caught in them. The shared bathroom and toilet had no lock on the doors, and two of the other toilets had fault locks meaning two of our party got locked in them. Also things like cleanliness standards were lower than expected. We had to wash all of the cutlery before use. The toilet floors needed cleaning. Overall this is a lovely sized house and could be beautiful, but it is in need of some work to be rated higher.