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Secluded And Stylish Rural Retreat Close To The Hills And The Bright Lights

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 481 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
balfron, glasgow
  • Glengoyne Distillery
    16 min drive
  • Stirling Castle
    20 min drive
  • Lake of Menteith
    21 min drive
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    72 min drive

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Glengoyne Distillery - 16 min drive
  • Stirling Castle - 20 min drive
  • Lake of Menteith - 21 min drive
  • Loch Lomond - 36 min drive
  • OVO Hydro - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Stirling Station - 22 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirn Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Courtyard Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Benview Coffee Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Campsie Glen Gallery & Coffee shop - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Beech Tree Inn - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded And Stylish Rural Retreat Close To The Hills And The Bright Lights

The Kist is an ideal way to get away from it all. It is set in 6.5 acres of garden and grounds and surrounded by fields. It is entirely self-contained and no-one will visit unless you invite them. Our house is 100m down the garden from The Kist. We work from home so will usually be around if you need us, but otherwise will leave you to enjoy your stay. It is 3.5 miles from the nearest village (Balfron).

The Kist - an historic term for a linen box or treasure chest - is a stunning contemporary lodge set in private grounds in a beautiful rural location. A large deck area and a panoramic window in the main room allow visitors to enjoy the country experience whatever the weather. You may well find deer grazing in the garden of a morning.

The Kist is set in glorious countryside, but is close enough to Glasgow to enjoy all the cultural and shopping attractions of a big city. Some of Scotland's most spectacular countryside, including Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and the West Highland Way, are nearby. Historic Stirling is within easy reach and the Castle is definitely worth a look. Both Edinburgh and Perth are about an hour away by car.

The stylish glass fronted open plan living area includes a fully fitted kitchen complete with integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher, wine chiller and washing machine.

The large decked area to the front is the perfect way to enjoy sunny evenings and yes, there is a barbecue if eating al fresco is your thing.

There are two double bedrooms, both en-suite, with one set up as a twin room. The master bedroom has a "P" shaped bath and Mira shower. The twin room has a Coram quad shower and roomy walk in wardrobe. It is set up with twin beds.

The modern lodge offers all the advantages of a new home, in a lovely setting. Practical, cosy and stylish, you'll love being 'Kist'.

Short-term licence number: ST00416F

Property manager

Iona Hordern

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Freezer

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Deck
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoke outside only please

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 872 sq ft (81 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Must be kept on a lead when out and about

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Supervision required around the pond

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: £60 cleaning charge
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: £60 cleaning charge For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Secluded And Stylish Rural Retreat Close To The Hills And The Bright Lights Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
This is our 4th visit to The Kist. We always have a fabulous time away. It has everything we need. Cosy & secluded. Perfect get away place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Lovely quiet stay in the country. Iona is a very welcoming host and the Kist is very comfortable. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rural retreat
Clearly as advertised and more, surrounded by outstanding scenery, particularly now in autumn. The cottage was very bright, clean and well supplied with home from home high standard facilities including bedding cutlery and crockery. Excellent heating system and ample storage space especially the “walk in wardrobes”. A pleasure to stay and obviously a host with a vision.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
The accommodation is excellent. Cosy and warm with great duvets on the beds. Kitchen has everything you could possily need. The location is really quiet and peaceful. Parking right at the entrance. Only grumble is that the couches are at right angles to the TV screen. Communication from owner was first class. A return visit is a definite possibility.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gerry
Great stay lovely surroundings and location central for sightseeing, lovely hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Les G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Lovely short break. Cannot fault the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Chilled Week at the Kist
Perfect stay with our dog-exploring and walking (Ben Lomond and West Highland Way), swimming in the Loch at Milarrochy Bay and attending the Open at Troon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
We were a party of 3 people aged 67,71, and 91. The property was very well equipped for our needs. Beautiful location, very quiet and peaceful. The only thing that could be added is a ramp or step at the back for my those with limited mobility. All in all an excellent stay and we hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iain T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
What a truly wonderful place a real privilege to stay at The Kist
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Iain H.

Liked: Cleanliness
birthday
nice and chilled stay needs a bit of diy around the outside
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic setting
Loved being out of the city. Quiet, beautiful, saw deer, hares, lots of sheep, and heard birdsong from sunup to down.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., North Oaks, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
The Kist is in a very quiet rural area located down a windy narrow road. If you desire a beautiful two bedroom cottage with a great kitchen this is a great space for you. We spent 2 nights early April when all of the area fields are sprinkled the sheep and their newborn lambs. We explored the acreage the Kist sits on with beautiful views of the fields and hills, listening to the lambs calling for their moms. So peaceful, serene, yet close enough to a few must see sights such as Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond. Know that restaurants in the villages close by are very limited for evening meals. Suggest making food in the evening at the Kist after a day of adventure. Well appointed kitchen with large fridge/freezer, oven, cooktop. Bedrooms are on opposite ends of home which is nice for quiet and privacy. Would highly recommend if you need tranquility and don't mind driving to attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quite location
Really enjoyed our stay, quite location, property had everything that you needed, host was friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Balfron mini-break
Second visit to “The Kist,” Our stay was just as perfect as the first. Warm, cosy, quiet & peaceful. Everything was to hand. We definitely hope to be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Celebration
The Kist is very well laid out and had everything needed for our stay. Iona is a fab host and was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We had a great relaxing week at the very well equipped Kist...nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend break
Lovely lodge very well equipped and great layout Outside rather tired decking and grounds needing some attention
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mhairi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay at the Kist
We had a wonderful time here! The place was spotless and we had everything we needed during our stay. It was so quiet and comfortable, I would definitely be back. Some lovely towns and scenery around aswell.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

maragret anne c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Had a lovely relaxing stay but weather was not kind to us but thats cosy place to chillout.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The kist "perfect"
Very clean , everything you need , perfect for relaxation and rewinding ,, we didnt want to leave .we loved the sounds of the owls at night .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in beautiful surroundings
Lovely place to stay.The layout is really well thought out and felt comfortable. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim J., Whites Lake, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay at the Kist
Lovely, secluded property with well designed layout. Scenic surroundings and easy drive to Glasgow, if necessary.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
We had a great stay again, we go mainly for our dog as he petrified of fireworks and now as this is our second stay we will be there every year if possible as we make it a wee long weekend for us too. Lovely Host too.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023