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Idyllic wooden cabin 45 minutes away from Edinburgh & Glasgow

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Exterior
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Interior
Golf
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroomSleeps 223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Idyllic wooden cabin 45 minutes away from Edinburgh & Glasgow

Larch Cabin provides a rural escape for nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts or those seeking peace and quiet amongst the stunning Ochil Hills whilst still being conveniently located for Dollar village and Gleneagles.

Self-contained with open-plan living and sleeping space, Larch Cabin has been lovingly restored with sustainability at heart: heated exclusively by wood-burning stove fed with logs from our woodland, powered by renewable electricity and with water solely supplied via a private natural spring. Extensive insulation ensures snug winters and cool summers, however, water bottles and extra blankets are provided for the chilliest of Scottish nights and guests are encouraged to bring their own slippers to cosy in.

The wood-burning stove includes integrated pizza shelf and top oven for cooking jacket potatoes or stews whilst a modern kitchenette with electric ceramic hob and fridge freezer gives the best of both worlds. Complete with a range of full cooking utensils and serving ware including stovetop espresso maker along with complimentary coffee from our local local coffee roaster.

The ensuite bathroom provides a walk-in rainfall shower with water supplied from our own spring while a double-bed with organic cotton sheets creates a perfect resting place after a long day on the hills. All furnishings, complimentary toiletries and cleaning products are eco-friendly and, where possible, locally sourced and British made.

The cabin's private verandah has seating for outdoor dining and offers views across our market vegetable garden, a newly planted heritage orchard to pasture and woodlands beyond: a perfect spot to enjoy the rich wildlife. We are very lucky to have red squirrels, deer and pine martens visiting the woodlands and beavers and otters have now been sighted in the Devon. The valley is full of birdsong including that of the song thrush, woodpecker, bullfinch, lapwing, fire crest, kite and heron to name a few.

The cabin's private garden includes BBQ and firepit. Please kindly note: smoking is not allowed within the cabin or on the premises.

Property manager

Caroline Philip

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 248 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Dollar, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Dollar Academy - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Dollar Glen - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Castle Campbell - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Knockhill Racing Circuit - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Gleneagles Golf Course - 17 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Larbert Station - 20 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe at No. 44 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Powmill Milk Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kings Seat - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bb's Bakersbaristas - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic wooden cabin 45 minutes away from Edinburgh & Glasgow pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic wooden cabin 45 minutes away from Edinburgh & Glasgow?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic wooden cabin 45 minutes away from Edinburgh & Glasgow?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic wooden cabin 45 minutes away from Edinburgh & Glasgow located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ochil Hills, Dollar Academy and Castle Campbell. Dollar Glen is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Idyllic wooden cabin 45 minutes away from Edinburgh & Glasgow Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The most clean and welcoming place we have stayed in,we will certainly be back,fabulous place for the quiet life ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Only downside is we didn’t stay long enough!
We had an amazing stay at the Larch Cabin and particularly enjoyed the serenity of the location as well as the charm of the wood stove. That being said, a toaster oven would have been useful to be able to have a quick breakfast (i.e. without tending the fire for an hour). The bed, blankets, and pillows were super comfortable. We stayed 3 nights and I would recommend this as the bare minimum since there are a lot of things to see in the area and just relaxing at the cabin really is what it’s all about. So we would have liked to have at least one more day to stay in. We hope we’ll have the chance to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim R., Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly Peaceful
This cabin was amazing! The location is picturesque. It has everything you need. Caroline and Andy have thought of everything when they created this space. We did not want to leave! We also received a special treat when their son suited up and played the bagpipes for us as we left the area. It was just an amazing experience. We will be back next time we are in Scotland!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely place to stay! Definitely be back in the near future :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lesley b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sean and Lesley guests at larch cabin dollar
A wee hidden gem lovely hosts cabin just like the photographs great walks in surrounding area we enjoyed the whole experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Escape
Fantastic little place to switch off! Caroline was so helpful and the directions given were spot on. I absolutely loved it and have recommended it to so many people. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Larch Cabin
Perfect location, simply stunning, we absolutely loved our stay. The most perfect place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Piece of Scottish Heaven
This stay is a large reason we want to return to Scotland. The cabin was so adorable, cozy and relaxing. It's obvious it is maintained with thoughtfulness and a focus on hospitality. The surrounding areas are filled with beautiful sights and opportunities to explore. Caroline and Andy (hosts) strive to make your stay an amazing experience. They are friendly, very knowledgeable about the area (eating and local activities), and helpful. We would highly recommend this cabin for those who want to get away and enjoy the local Scottish experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catriona R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
I had such a lovely 2 night stay here. The place had everything i needed for a quiet stay all by myself, with lots of extra touches, yoga mat, whisky and tablet, bluetooth speaker, and a big stack of logs. Plenty of great walks nearby but also no reason to leave. The hosts were friendly and helpful and are close enough for it not to feel isolated, but only pop over to say hello on arrival and then leave you to it. It all feels very thoughtful and low impact so if thats your thing, definitley go here
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely relaxing
Lovely cottage to get away from the wheels of the city. Comfortable and cosy. Was not dissapointed atall. Communication from host was exellent. Everything was as claimed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic weekend in a beautiful cabin
Hi Caroline We absolutely loved our stay, the cabin was perfect! Thank you so much for making us feel welcome, we can’t wait to come back. Hopefully see you soon Sophie and Matt
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Cheryl Horne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous hideaway cabin
Great little cabin with lots of nice little touches by the hosts would definitely recommend xx
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Joon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil oasis
This place was a dream for me and my partner.. we took one last photo as we were leaving the property, wondering when we might be able to come back! The cottage is in intimate, serene, relaxing oasis away from the hustle and bustle of life, that has all of your essential needs to kick back and recharge in beautiful nature. Practically, the cabin is stacked with everything you need (all manners of cookware, bathroom supplies etc) but also wood and fire starters for the lovely fire oven you get to use (yes it has one), an outdoor bbq area, hammocks and so much more. You will definitely not regret staying here. Time evaporated and we were able to enjoy every day in this space. Of course, near by you have Edinburgh, Glasgow, Sterling, all of which are must visit spots! Caroline and Andy were also lovely and gracious hosts who were regularly checking to see if we had everything we needed, without ever being intrusive~ such lovely people! book it, you won't regret it~ Thank you both for everything! R & J
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan Serge M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Utopia Found!
A thoroughly enjoyable experience for us both! Serenity and tranquillity rolled into one. Flora and fauna are in abundance here and right on your doorstep. Imagine you’re at a refuge in the Italian Dolomites and you’re there. Trust me, I know! As for our hosts, Caroline and Andy… genuinely warm, welcoming and friendly and ever accommodating! And yet, respectfully distancing themselves, leaving you to savour and fully absorb all the facets and aspects of your adventure. Unforgettable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaap v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay but way too short
A lovely country venue. Nice and private yet contact with the hosts gave immediate result. Thought the weather was very wet it was easy to get the cabin up to temperature. All appliances in de caben were modern en well kept. Lovely hosts. Very open to questions and suggestions. Local pub great for food and in walking distance. Activities as walking, golf, cycling galore. Big shops within 20 min drive. I definitely plan to come back
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schattige kleine cottage heerlijk gelegen in de natuur
Práchtig kleine cottage met alles er op en eraan. Zeer vriendelijk gastvrouw en -heer. Voelde ons welkom. Huisje is klein maar voorzien van alle gemakken en heeft een mooi uitzicht. Gastvrouw gaf goede tips voor dagtrips en waar wat te eten etc
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aicke P.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a lovely and very unique experience
The little cabin is situated perfectly for a Scotland trip. It is a hidden gem right on front of the Ochil hills and only 35 minutes from Edinburgh. If you want to visit the Highlands you need around 1 till 2 hours. We enjoyed the surroundings so much. It's like fairytale land basically. The two hosts are lovely. The burst of charme and have the best tips for hikes, trips and places. The cabin is super excluded and provides everything one could dream of, including an old record player with BT controls. We won't forget about our trip and want to say Thank you for this wholesome adventure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024