Nordmann Lodge - Five Bedroom House, Sleeps 10

Situated within the grounds of a magnificent estate, this fabulous property is an ideal retreat for larger families and groups of friends eager to explore a secluded corner of the breathtaking countryside of Stirling. With its own loch, woodlands, Christmas tree plantation and deer herd, the estate offers plenty for walkers and nature lovers to discover. The property enjoys spectacular views, with Ben Ledi (10 miles), Ben Venue (14 miles), the Campsie Fells (22 miles) and the Gargunnock Hills (13 miles) offering fantastic climbing opportunities. The fringe of the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is to the west (17 miles), an ideal spot for all outdoor pursuits. The picturesque town of Callander (4.5 miles) is known as the gateway to the Highlands, with other local attractions including the Blair Drummond Safari Park, Doune Castle, Stirling Castle and the Sir Walter Scott Steamship on Loch Katrine, all within 13 miles.
Entering this superb property, the inviting hall has plenty of space for storing coats and boots before you head through to the light, colourful and stylish open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The cosy lounge area has a Smart TV, a wood burner and comfortable seating, and backs onto a sociable dining area perfect for family feasts. The kitchen is to the rear, beautifully updated and fully equipped, perfect for rustling up all your favourites, or you can even book a chef for a celebratory evening in. The ground floor also has a utility room and three lovely bedrooms, 2 super-king-size and 1 king-size, all with French doors opening into the garden. Two of these rooms have en-suite shower rooms, and the third is ideally situated next door to a shower room. From the kitchen/diner, stairs lead up to the first floor and a bright and cheerful second lounge with a Smart TV, ample seating, a welcoming wood burner and floor-to-ceiling picture windows offering glorious views of the surrounding landscape. This floor also features the two remaining bedrooms, both super-king-size: one with a stylish en-suite bathroom with a charming freestanding bath and seating area, the other with a wood burner and an en-suite bathroom with a freestanding bath and separate shower.
Outside, the generous garden has a lovely patio area with ample outdoor furniture and a wood-fired bespoke pizza oven and BBQ, providing a fabulous spot for dining alfresco. There’s also a soothing wood-fired hot tub for you to luxuriate in as you take in the spellbinding views. You’re welcome to explore the wider estate where you will find a pretty loch, beautiful woodlands, some handy picnic benches, a Christmas tree plantation and a herd of resident deer. Off-road private parking is available for six cars.

5 bedrooms - 4 super-king-size zip-and-link beds which can be made into twins on request, and 1 king-size
5 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower cubicle, his-and-hers sinks and WC; 1 en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath with hand-held shower over bath and WC; 2 en-suite shower rooms with shower and WC; 1 shower room with shower and WC
Range-style oven and gas hob, 2 large electric ovens, dishwasher, large American-style fridge/freezer, microwave, cake mixer, blender and slow cooker
Utility with washer/dryer
2 travel cots and 2 highchairs
3 wood burners in the open-plan living area, first-floor lounge and master bedroom – first basket of logs supplied
Smart TVs in open-plan living room and first-floor lounge
Garden with a terraced seating area with furniture, wood-fired pizza oven and BBQ
Wood-fired private hot tub – logs included
Off-road private parking for 6 cars
Located in a 188-acre private estate with a resident herd of deer, loch, woodland, Christmas tree plantation and picnic tables
Chef available – pre-book directly with owners, additional charges apply
Camp bed and 3 small child beds that can be used in most of the rooms
Shops, pubs and restaurants 4.5 miles
Sleeps 10 + 2 – two sofa beds are located in the master bedroom


Pets - not allowed


Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to guest upon receipt of full payment