The Bield will appeal to families & couples as a base to explore this incredible area of Scotland.

The Bield will appeal to families & couples as a base to explore this incredible area of Scotland. A beautifully presented spacious house with open fires, a lovely garden and hot tub, walks from the front door and into the village.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Open Fire
Kitchen: Freeview Smart TV, Netflix, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Slow Cooker, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: Freeview Smart TV, Netflix, Open Fire
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 5: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 6: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 7: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fires included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture.BBQ.Hot tub for 6 (private). Bike store. Private parking for 6 cars. No smoking. Please note: Sorry, no stag or hen parties. Couples, holiday makers and family bookings only.. Discover The Bield, a beautiful sandstone Victorian house which until 2021 operated as a family run guest house since 1989 and is still run by them to this day. A wonderful home which is beautiful inside and out with a welcoming hallway. All the rooms are immaculately presented and there is plenty of space for family and friends, whether it be relaxing in one of the stunning living rooms with open fires, relaxing in the hot tub or soaking up the sun in the garden.

Situated in the picturesque village of Aberfoyle, the ’gateway to the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park’, this is the perfect location for families and couples to enjoy a luxurious and comfortable holiday while recharging after a long day exploring the beautiful surroundings. On the ground floor there is a spacious living/dining room with an open fire and a second living room, giving guests a spacious home for all to enjoy whether curling up with a book in front of the fire or everyone relaxing together to plan the next day’s adventure. The spacious kitchen with breakfasting area is well equipped for preparing a celebration meal and there is also a handy utility room. There is a family shower room and three beautifully presented bedrooms, one of which is en-suite. There are three further double bedrooms on the first floor all with an individual en-suite to complete the picture. Step outside into the well-kept garden with a hot tub and private parking for up to 6 cars! There is plenty of space for everyone to enjoy.

You may not want to venture out from The Bield, but there is so much to discover and there is no need to use the car. There are many beautiful walks surrounding The Bield, just get your boots on and head straight out the front door. For adventurous cyclists, Sustrans Cycle Route 7, a challenging long-distance route from Sunderland to Inverness, passes nearby with breathtaking views of forests, hills and lochs. Just a 5-minute drive from The Bield, you’ll find the gently rolling tracks around the picturesque Loch Ard which are made for exploring by bike or on foot, with sculpture trails and play features to find. Makes a great fun day for all the family with woodland and water-loving wildlife along the way to look out for.
Take a cruise on the steamship ’Sir Walter Scott’ on Loch Katrine, one of Scotland’s iconic lochs offering fabulous views best seen from the water. You can take your own bikes or hire bikes from The Pier, board the boat and disembark from Stronachlacher, 13 miles down the loch. Have lunch in the café, and then cycle back on the private road to your start point. For traveling further afield, Stirling, Perth, Edinburgh and Glasgow or all accessible for days out.
Free WiFi

There is an evening curfew for the hot-tub use.
There is an evening curfew for noise at the property.
Families or couples only.
Stag, hen or other party bookings only permitted with prior consent.
Holidaymakers only.

The Bield will appeal to families & couples as a base to explore this incredible area of Scotland. offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Stirling cottage is smoke free.