Balvaig River Log Cabin, with wood burning stove, alpine charm on water's edge – Home 236269 Log cabin
- 2 bedrooms
- 5 sleeps
- min stay varies
Balvaig River Log Cabin, with wood burning stove, alpine charm on water's edge – Home 236269
- Log cabin
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 5
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.2 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Our lovely log cabin is situated in a wonderful setting, overlooking a river a stroll from the beautiful highland village of Strathyre. Nestled amongst majestic mountains with magical woods and scenic lochs, you’ll find yourself immersed in the best rugged beauty and wild landscapes that the Trossachs National Park has to offer. This is a location where you can truly unwind and enjoy life’s simple pleasures but once refreshed and restored, it provides a great base for exploring.
The open beamed accommodation is over two floors with a comfortable lounge with log burner, dining area, modern kitchen and shower room on the ground floor. This open plan layout is great for allowing everyone to interact whilst catering and kids can escape upstairs. A spiral staircase leads to two bedrooms, the double bedroom has a lovely balcony with a splendid outlook to the mountains and seating for enjoying your morning coffee or to take in some amazing star gazing. The bunk bedroom (single over double) has fabulous views over the river and towards the village. The wonderful wood burning stove is the focal point, radiating warmth throughout and adding to the rustic alpine ambience. A veritable home from home, we can't think of anything you might miss. We provide a welcome basket of logs for your stay and our cupboards are well stocked with all your kitchen staples. Even in poor weather there's plenty of entertainment with smart tvs, broadband and a great selection of dvds, Wii, Playstation and board games.
Set in a tranquil picturesque estate, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, it's a great place to relax and just drink in the scenery. Red squirrels are frequent visitors to our bird feeders. Children love exploring the grounds which offer lots of space to run around enjoying the wild, rural countryside. Around the cabin there are extensive grassy areas and the River Balvaig flows by our door where you can cast a line. You are licensed to use two rods from the river bank, mostly for brown trout. There's a little shingle beach by the cabin where you can launch kayaks, with nearby sailing and other watersports at Loch Earn. The cabin is also in a superb location for cycling so bring (or hire) bikes since the tracks leave right from the door. You can take up the Bliss Trail from here - an award winning sculpture trail. If walking's your thing, you have access to gentle walks along the loch or to the neighbouring village of Balquhidder or more challenging hikes uphill! The woods around Strathyre are dog heaven too!
The Cabin is located very close to local amenities with shop/off licence, lively hostelries, cafe, etc, just a short stroll away. For families, there's a playpark, tennis/recreation ground and an indoor pool/spa, sports courts and climbing wall in the bustling Trossachs metropolis of Callander with its plentiful tearooms and shops. Safari park, wildlife centres and working/petting farm are just a short drive. Water sports centres and canoe and bike hire nearby. Indeed, all the sporting and wildlife watching opportunities of the national park are easily accessible. There's all manner of sighting opportunities with bushcraft, tracking, navigation and wildlife observation days available or you could try a landrover safari outing to spot deer or maybe an eagle. The area offers a wide range of activities for families and children, including: Junior Ranger trails and Bushman fun in the forest. Wilderness trails, Twilight walk, Bike Hire, Canoe Safari and Geocaching and much more. 'Total Wipeout' fans can don a wetsuit and have a go at conquering an iceberg themselves at "Go Country" and for a bit of monkey business there's "Go Ape", an aerial treetop walkway with UK's biggest zip wire. Excellent golf courses afford fantastic views and pony trekking can be arranged.
For foodies, a visit to Monachyle Mhor and Mhor 84 (Scottish gastropub of the year with its weekly Thursday folk sessions) in Balquhidder glen (2 mile walk) is a must (as well as their bakery outpost in Callander). Strathyre is well served locally having a pub, award winning cafe and even an ice cream parlour in the village.
The cities of Edinburgh, Glasgow and Stirling are easily reached and it's perfectly possible to visit a west coast island, Glencoe or Loch Ness for the day. With numerous delightful villages and attractive towns to visit, you'll find a myriad of sights to see and things to do. There are umpteen delightful days out to different lochs but of special note is the paddle steamer around Loch Katrine or a cruise on Loch Lomond. Uncover the history by visiting an impressive selection of castles and don't miss Rob Roy's grave when you're in the heart of his homeland.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Full bed
Bedroom 2: Full bed Twin bed - 1 Shower
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Mountain Views
- Private garden
- Climbing frame
- Swing set or jungle gym
- Grill
- Balcony or terrace
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($125.47) £100.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
Extra guests allowed only with owner's permission in advance and are chargeable.
About the owner
Karen K.
- Response rate:
- 85%
- Calendar last updated:
- 06 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 12
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 71 reviews
Excellent
71 reviews
- Excellent
- 66
- Very Good
- 5
- Average
- 0
- Poor
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- Terrible
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“Great cabin and location.”
We had a great stay at the cabin. Lovely location, very picturesque and quiet. Callander is close by and just over an hour by car to Edinburgh and Glasgow. Cabin has everything you need. Karen is a great host and very approachable. Nothing is too much bother and suggested some great places for us to go.
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“Loved it!!”
Karen the owner was so kind and very helpful from start to finish. We had the best time despite weather being miserable.. Karen ensures you are never board as plenty of books, Dvds and games.. The fire perfect place to relax on a wet day!! Scenery and grounds perfect. Cabin spotless with all you need. Wish we had longer but certainly hope to return in the future..
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“All that and more!”
We picked this lovely cottage and property because we were bringing our adult children with us from the U.S., and wanted a more cozy, homey feeling. Everything was perfect. It rained a lot during ou… More
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“Lovely cabin at the river, with loads of sun”
We enjoyed a stunning weekend with amazing weather, the cabin is situated in a lovely, quiet setting. Nothing better than having a morning coffee at the river, watching the busy birds and the gentle flow of the water... The whole area is very enjoyable, I can only recommend to visit and relax
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“Beautiful Cabin”
We stayed for 1 week from 29th May, from start to finish the booking process was fantastic, Karen was on hand to help and advise with anything we needed. We arranged a Tesco delivery to arrive the day… More
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“Great lodge”
We had a fab 3 night stay with our 2 pugs. Karen was very accommodating. Dogs had a ball. Loved seeing the red squirrels. Best equipped lodge we have ever stayed in! We will be back!
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“Cosy cabin in stunning forest location.”
The cabin had everything we needed and more - home from home. The wood burner gave a lovely cosy feel to the evening after a day adventuring. Great location within walking distance of the village and… More
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“This cabin hits the spot”
We all had a fantastic time staying in this well appointed cabin. It's a brilliant base from which the delights of the National Park can easily be explored. After a day of driving/walking/cycling… More
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“Cosy, pet-friendly lodge in beautiful setting”
Really well equipped lodge - everything you need in the kitchen, plenty of towels and bedding. It's really cosy too - with lots of heaters and a wood burner if you need it (or can be bothered!). … More
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“Summer stay”
We booked this trip at the last minute not having done any research on the area for myself and my family with 2 children under 15 years old. Karen provided loads of information on activities in the ar… More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Karen (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Karen (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Karen (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Karen the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Karen (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Karen (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Karen (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Karen (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Karen (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Karen (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Karen (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Karen (the owner) a message.
If Karen (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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