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Dubh Loch Cottage on the banks of Loch Lomond. Large garden. EV charging point

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Rowardennan, Loch Lomond
  • Conic Hill
    12 min drive
  • Loch Lomond
    36 min drive
  • Ben Lomond
    62 min drive
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    43 min drive

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About the area

Balmaha

Located in Balmaha, this cottage is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Inchailloch and Conic Hill. .This family-friendly cottage is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and 25.5 mi (41 km) from Loch Lomond.
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What's nearby

  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 17 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Loch Lomond Golf Club - 32 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Loch Lomond - 36 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Loch Ard Forest - 46 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Ben Lomond - 62 min drive - 47.7 km

Getting around

  • Dalreoch Station - 30 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bonnie & Ben Café - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪The Village Rest - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Luss Seafood Bar - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪St Mocha Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coach House Coffee Shop - ‬36 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Dubh Loch Cottage on the banks of Loch Lomond. Large garden. EV charging point


On the East Bank of Loch Lomond, in the beautiful Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park lies Dubh Loch Cottage. A truly unique, traditional Scottish cottage built in the 1750's and fully refurbished and upgraded to an exceptionally high standard by its present owners (Scottish Tourist Board 4 star). SHORT TERM LET LICENCE NO ST00029F.
Dubh Loch sits in an enviable position with magnificent views from every window in an acre of private gardens and woodland, complete with it's own stream running through it. 3 bedrooms (1 king with en-suite downstairs, 1 double and 1 twin upstairs) to accommodate 6 people. 2nd full bathroom with free standing bath and separate shower. Sitting room/ dining room featuring original wooden beams and wood burning stove, 2nd sitting room, fully fitted kitchen (double oven, gas hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine, coffee maker). Solid oak floors, full gas central heating with HIVE thermostat control and double glazing, satellite TV, DVD, HI-FI. Free satellite internet/WIFI. All linen/towels/logs/fuel provided. Pets by arrangement. EV charger installed. SHORT BREAKS AVAILABLE.


Loch Lomond is one of Scotland's premier attractions offering peace, tranquility and the perfect escape at any time of year, yet within easy reach of Scotland's major cities (Glasgow 25 miles, Edinburgh 70 miles) and Stirling 35 miles. Enjoy watersports on Loch Lomond or stroll along it's unspoilt bays and beaches (Sallochy, one of the most beautiful bays is only a 5 minute walk from the cottage). Walk the famous West Highland Way which passes right around the Dubh Loch, climb Ben Lomond (3 miles away) or enjoy some spectacular cycling scenery. Nearby pubs and restaurants offer local produce and a welcome tipple. Close to some of Scotland's top golf courses.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Simon Sutton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: pets welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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
Property Registration Number ST00029F

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Dubh Loch Cottage Banks Loch Lomond. Large Garden Stream
Dubh Loch Banks Loch Lomond. Large Garden Stream Rowardennan
Dubh Loch Banks Loch Lomond. Large Garden Stream
Dubh Loch Cottage Banks Loch Lomond. Large Garden Stream
Dubh Loch Banks Loch Lomond. Large Garden Stream Rowardennan
Dubh Loch Cottage Banks Loch Lomond. Large Garden Stream
Dubh Loch Banks Loch Lomond. Large Garden Stream

Dubh Loch Cottage on the banks of Loch Lomond. Large garden. EV charging point Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaimini L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing & Serene
Lovely well equipped house. Everything we needed was there! Would visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous family break
Amazing cottage with beautiful views. It was well equipped and had the most comfortable beds!! We were lucky enough to have a visit from the pine marten and the red squirrel.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you want from a cottage
Very clean, tidy and warm. Appreciated the phone call from Susie as we were enroute and extreme weather warnings with floods. As we’re weren’t that far away it was nice to know of alternative routes. The house has everything you need to make the stay comfortable. Although previous holiday makers had seen pine martins at the cottage we didn’t but plenty of birds. The chocs and wine were a bonus. Thank you Susie and Simon
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martijn v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house and location
What a beautiful, beautiful house and location. We visited during the best two weeks of the summer, so we had the pleasure of using the house inside and out. Very nice, well kept garden. We encountered the gardening team the day before we left. They were there maintaining the gras and surroundings and were gone as swift as they had gotten there. No problem at all. There were some minor issues in the house when we arrived, which where resolved ever so quickly after reaching out to Simon and Susie. So eventually no problem at all. They are great hosts and reply very fast if you may ever need them. There is lots to do in the near vicinity, even if you don’t like to hike like us. The drive to the house is a tad long and the West Highland Way was quite a well used road as we found out. Lots of hikers and cars coming both ways on a road that is at some points a little tight for two cars to pass by. We had a great stay, can really recommend. Oh, and thank you for putting up a charger for Electric Vehicles, I used it every day to charge up my PHEV. 😊
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard De Boise

Liked: Cleanliness
Dubh Loch Cottage
Dubh Loch Cottage has a fantastic location eight miles along the (dead end) road from Drymen to Rowardennan on the way to Ben Lomond. The house is situated in a clearing in the forest, with its own burn running down the hill at the back and its own lochan across the road at the front, and evening visits by pine martens! The house itself is really well furnished and fitted out. Dubh Loch Cottage is a great base for outdoor family (with children aged 22, 19, and 16) holidays, exploring Loch Lomond and the southern highlands. We had an amazing stay and would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgina K., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house and setting!
Couldn’t have asked for anything more! The house had everything we needed, hosts went out of their way to be helpful, and the views from the windows were perfection!! The stream in the back sounds amazing too! We went on numerous walks, took a ferry to beautiful Luss, a wonderful beach is walking distance, and the taxi service was so helpful, as we didn’t have a car (Steven especially, who also recommended a wonderful pub in Drymen, The Clachan and drove us everywhere!). Highly recommend✨
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Dubh Cottage
What a lovely cottage, very private and relaxing, has everything and more you need for a holiday, lots of space inside and good sized garden. Wildlife in abundance, got to see pine martins, badger, squirrel and numerous species of birds all from the comfort of being inside, remember to take seeds, nuts and eggs, you will not be disappointed. Also easy access to walks of all levels. Balmaha is a lovely wee village with local shop and tourist information. Would highly recommend for a getaway to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of paradise
If you want a cottage close to numerous trails and hiking routes with spectacular views this is the place to stay. Well equipped, cosy, spacious and the most comfortable beds! Wildlife in abundance and wild enough to get away from it all. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property in a gorgeous location!
Lovely restful stay in glorious location (both cottage and Balmaha)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michele P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful remote cozy and well equipped cottage.
Easy to book and owners responded quickly to requests/questions. A wonderful week of both activity and relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous cottage with lovely quiet location
Very spacious and comfy accommodation. Remote location but ideal for a holiday walking and dog friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage and location
We have just left the cottage after a wonderful week there. The cottage is very nice, well maintained and very clean and as per the pictures. The beds were really comfortable and there was plenty of living space and a super garden and outdoor area. We took some bird seed and had lots of visitors including a woodpecker, red squirrel and the elusive pinemarten! Our children are 7 and 4 and absolutely loved the cottage and garden. You can walk to the shore of Loch Lomond in about 5-10 minutes and the view is just amazing. We found plenty to do nearby-the acquarium at Balloch, Balloch castle grounds, Luss beach, Stirling Castle, Drummond Safari park and plenty of brilliant walks with the children and the dog. We were so sad to leave this morning after such a lovely week. We cooked a few nights in the cottage and the kitchen was well equipped although it would help to have some more children’s plates, bowls, cups etc. We had everything we needed to make proper meals for us all though and there is a lovely big freeze/freezer. We had a Sainsbury’s food delivery on the first day and there is a small Spa in Dryman (approx 20 mins away) and a decent size Co op at Balloch (approx 30 mins away). We also went to a wonderful pub in Dryman-The Clapham Inn. The food and service were super, and we went back the next night! Less nice food at the nearer pubs in Balmaha and Rowardennan so it’s worth the extra drive to Dryman if you want to eat out. The wifi is a bit patchy but given the location pretty good! We would definitely recommend the cottage and it’s location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris T., London, England

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends getaway
Great place for our group of friends (3 x couples) to getaway. The cottage was well equipped and had everything we needed for our time their, but the best thing by far is the outside space at the cottage and the fact that you are right next to the loch. 5 mins drive and you can be at any number of 'beaches' with direct access to the loch. We took a canoe and paddle board with us and was well worth it. Great holiday had by everyone, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

mike s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week
Great week exploring the local hiking trails, the house is in a great location on a large peaceful plot. Dog friendly with plenty of space, highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

REG B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location
A lovely cottage in a fantastic location. The cottage was very spacious, homely, clean and well equipped with everything you required, friendly owners who were helpful if you had any questions. Beautiful setting which all added to a wonderful holiday. We would definitely book this cottage again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bev M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Property
Beautiful property, really well equipped. Garden is a bonus. Only a short drive to local amenities, walks and a lovely bay. Great communication with property owners, who are really helpful. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

b k.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay
A family of 6 adults stayed here for a week in July, enjoying the incredible surroundings and relaxing in this very comfortable house. The house is located within a short distance from a section of the West Highland Way and is very near Loch Lomond, literally 5 minute walk on the main road. There are excellent walks in this area, some with fantastic views over Loch Lomond and its islands (Cashel Forrest, Conic Hill etc). The three bedrooms are comfortable with lots of storage space. The downstairs public rooms are brilliant for larger groups as they provide a lot of space for everyone to have their own quiet corner or to group together for some family time. Internet service was upgraded during our stay, it generally worked well but it became patchy if it rained. The garden is stunning, with lots of space all around the house. The pictures on the website don't do justice to how beautiful this house is within its lovely mature gardens. The conservatory is very useful for keeping warm on rainy days while still enjoying the garden. The garden has many additional seating areas but the only downside was the traffic noise from the road which is running right in front of the garden. This road leads to the climbing trails to Ben Lomond so probably busy in the summer months and hopefully not so busy all year round. One piece of advice we would give to the future guests of this property is to bring with them the kitchen essentials (dish washer tabs, kitchen foil, tupperware etc) if they intend to cater on any significant scale. The nearest well-stocked shops are in Aberfoyle or Balloch, and I wouldn't count on the Spar in Drymen to have everything you need, it's really quite basic. The hosts are very helpful and respond to communications very quickly. We would definitely stay here again, and hope to do so in the not so distant future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feb Stay
Enjoyable stay despite Storm Dennis
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness
In the middle of nature
Beautiful cottage set in a gorgeous environment. The place to really get away from it all whilst never being too far from interesting places to visit. The cottage is very comfortable and has a handy laundry area which was good for drying off our wet clothes and boots. Perfect if you like taking your dog away with you (as we do!). We’ll be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emma J., Yorkshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
This property and location is very beautiful. We stayed here with our 4 year old daughter who particularly enjoyed the tree swing hidden in the wood at the back of the property. The scenery is fantastic and there are many beautiful walks accessible from the cottage. We would definitely recommend this cottage to all.

10/10 Excellent

Isobel E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday peace
A truly relaxing place to stay to unwind. Spent far too long just watching the many birds feeding in the garden. Superb location for exploring the quiet side of Loch Lomond.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katja E.

Easter at dubh loch
Wonderful stay in lovely location - highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Peace and tranquility
The cottage and grounds were amazing, owners were incredibly helpful from start to finish. Location good, out of the way, but that suited us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graham W., Uk

Magical Location and Perfect "Getaway" Property
We spent a magical Christmas and New Year at Dubh Loch Cottage and I can't wait to return at some point. The setting is amazing and I would recommend this place to anyone looking for some peace and quiet in a beautiful property in a stunning part of Scotland.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Alison G.

Lovely setting on the edge of Loch Lomond
A comfortable stay in a quiet location. Good local walks, in particular Conic Hill and the Green walk to the view point from Sallochy. The log fire was great and we enjoyed watching the birds come to the feeder. The cottage was well equipped and we had everything we needed for cooking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018