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Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub

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Dining
The view from our local pub - The Old Mill
Private kitchen
Conservatory
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4920 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

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Killearn, SCT
  • Place, Glengoyne Distillery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, art4you Scotland
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

main bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub

Lilybank is full of character and has available 2 bedrooms , 2 bathroom ,living room , conservatory and garden/ driveway. . The cottage was built in 1781 (one the oldest in the village) and forms part of the “Killearn history trail” . The cottage is situated in the picturesque village of Killearn in the foothills of the Campsie Fells -the area a setting for numerous movie productions .
This area was also used for various location settings in the hit series - "Outlander" . We are 10 minutes from film location - Devils pulpit .
The cottage -There are 2 bedrooms, both with en suite shower/bathrooms(one upstairs with double bed and one downstairs with 2 singles that can be changed to a double bed if required )
The kitchen is well stocked with ingredients and kitchen utensils. There is a large fridge freezer and everhot range cooker, with fitted oak units and granite worktops. The lounge has a very warm coal burning stove.
At the rear of the cottage there is a conservatory leading out onto a large decking area and two tier garden , with grass area , parking for a number of cars , bbq and bike cover.
For your personal safety the property and contents will be rigorously sanitised before each visit. All bedding and towels are washed at 60 degrees.

The area -Killearn is nearby to the Trossachs , Loch Lomond , the West highland way and many other well known points of interest. The historical towns of Stirling , Perth and Edinburgh are a short drive away .

The village itself has a Coop store, an excellent pub and restaurant .There are many other establishments within walking distance or a short drive away. Glengoyne distillery is within walking distance and tours provide an excellent day out.

Other information :

DOG Policy - no dogs / animals

WiFi- The cottage has a good wifi signal .

Golf - Nearby courses are located at Balfron and Drymen .Saint Andrews Old course and the Fife links trail are around 1 hour 30 minutes drive away.There are many world class golf courses to found here.

Cycling- There are many cycle tracks located locally and in the nearby Queen Elizabeth Forrest.Bikes can be hired in Drymen.

Walking and Climbing - Killearn is around 30 minutes drive from Ben Lomond , the most southerly Munro. There are also a number of Munros a short drive north along the banks of Loch Lomond.There are several walking routes around the village and high in the Campsies which overlook the village.

Fishing - by permit on the Endrick River and Lake of Menteith, Loch Lomond.

Shops in the village - chemist/doctor surgery, tea rooms , Hewitt and Aker delicatessen, Panik gallery, Old Mill Inn bar and restaurant.

Transport - hourly bus link to Glasgow ,Stirling.

Food /home delivery - Saffron Tandoori and Balfron chinese situated in Balfron, a 5 minute drive or by home delivery service. There is also a good chip shop in Balfron.

The islands - Arran ferry at Ardrossan is a 1 hour drive away from Killearn. The ferry crossing takes 1 hour . The island can also be accessed via Clonaig ferry on the west coast . This is a lovely scenic drive .
There are many others which can easily be visited in one day from Greenock/Gourock - 45 minute drive from killearn.

Whisky Distilleries- Glengoyne is less than a mile from Killearn . There is a lovely walk through the forrests and hills to get there.
Auchentoshan is about 10 miles away . Both provide excellent tours. Short Term Let Licence Number: ST00384F
Premises: Lilybank, 66A Main Street, Killearn, G63 9ND
Licence Type: Home Share

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym
Outdoor space

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    House Rules

    Check in after 3:30 PM
    Minimum age to rent: 25
    Check out before 10:30 AM
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    Children

    Children allowed: ages 0–17
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    Events

    No events allowed
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    Pets

    No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted
    Main gates to be left open at all times
    Full refund to all travellers at any point if cancellation - during Covid 19 period .

    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
    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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
    Property Registration Number ST00384F

    We should mention

    A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

    About the area

    Glasgow

    Located in Glasgow, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Loch Lomond. Strathblane Falconry and Allander Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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    Killearn, SCT

    What's nearby

    • Glengoyne Distillery - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
    • art4you Scotland - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
    • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
    • Strathblane Falconry - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
    • Mugdock Country Park - 13 min drive - 12.5 km

    Getting around

    • Hillfoot Station - 18 min drive
    • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 53 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪St Mocha Carbeth - ‬10 min drive
    • ‪Turnip The Beet - ‬4 min drive
    • ‪Oakwood - ‬4 min drive
    • ‪The Clachan - ‬10 min drive
    • ‪The Beech Tree Inn - ‬3 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub pet-friendly?

    No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

    How much does it cost to stay at Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub?

    As of 29 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub on 1 Aug, 2026 start from S$224, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

    How much is parking at Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub?

    On-site parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub?

    Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

    What time is check-out at Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub?

    Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

    Where is Unique 18th Century village cottage near Loch Lomond and Trossachs/ shop and pub located?

    Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Glengoyne Distillery and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from art4you Scotland. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Strathblane Falconry are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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    Exceptional

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    9.6/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Amenities

    10/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    10/10

    Check-in

    10/10

    Communication

    9.8/10

    Location

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    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Paul M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Very enjoyable and interesting place to stay!

    We really enjoyed staying here, it was a fascinating home, good facilities and an good location in within the village of Killearn. Ken as host was very helpful.
    Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Katrin P.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    This lovely cottage is warm and welcoming, and we, a family of four, have spent a wonderful time here. The kitchen, especially the Everhot, is simply a fantastic place for enjoying family dinners in a very cosy setting. The living room is just as you would expect—cosy and full of comfortable furniture.A highlight of the master bedroom is the soft Tempur mattress, which makes every night a dream. The landlord, Ken, was always available for any questions that came up—fantastic support.If you're looking for a truly traditional cottage in the beautiful area of Killean, you should definitely consider this one.
    Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Debra A.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Nice Village

    Enjoyed our visit. The Old Mill Pub is fantastic and the village cafe is terrific. It was very convenient having the Co-Op so close.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Angela L.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    A week in Scotland

    An excellent cottage, well presented and very comfortable situated in a quiet village with all the amenities required for a very pleasant stay.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Pepijn K.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    We had a great stay at Caroline and Ken’s place. It’s a lovely typically Scottisch house. Inside and out. Warm and with eye for detail. It’s noticible that it it’s owners take care of it with love. If you like to walk, cicle or have interest in history, there’s enough information about the surroundings. It only takes a 15 minutes to half an hour drive te climb your first Mountain in the Highlands or visit the city of Glasgow. If you stay in the Coop is around the corner, and there’s always the pub. Thanks Caroline and Ken, for having us!
    Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    LuAnn M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Vacation

    Great stay. The cottage is very cute and comfy. Everything we need is walking distance. Would recommend highly!
    Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2023
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Rick B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Perfect

    My wife and her dad had such great things gs to say about this property and the hosts. Thank you for making their trip so memorable.
    Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    David C.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Wonderful time north of the border

    Lovely stay in a quaint and comfortable cottage. Loved the kitchen and cooking on the range. Absolutely loved the tv and surround sound system. The village pub was brilliant. Very friendly and very busy but the food was wonderful. An excellent week.
    Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
    Verified

    8/10 Good

    alison d.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Cosy cottage close to Loch Lomond

    We had a lovely stay at the cottage, the garden was an added bonus as we had good weather and the children really enjoyed the huge TV!. Communication with the owners was excellent from booking to leaving . Would love to return, thanks so much .
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Excellent

    All the comforts of home. Kitchen is beyond fully stocked. Quaint patio with beautiful landscape. Super clean. Best part is 3 minute walk to Co-Op for anything you might need. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!!
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Tammy M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great cottage in a super location

    We loved our 3 week stay at this delightful cottage. It was extremely comfortable, with a well equiped kitchen to self cater and a super co-op just minutes walk away. The large smart TV was also a bonus as we were there during Wimbledom and the start of the Olympics.We loved the village and all the wonderful walks that were available to us right from the front door. Killearn is also extremely well located to so many attractions making it easy to venture out on half day or day trips. Ken was a super host, very responsive and very helpful which made the whole experience even more memorable. Thank you so much.
    Stayed 26 nights in Jul 2024
    Verified

    8/10 Good

    Martina N.

    We love old scotish cottages

    The Cottage was in very good conditons. There was all what you need. We feeled like home. It was very cosy. We feeled good in the Cottage. The livingroom was a weebit dark. The listing description about the location was accurate. The Cottage was a good Location to visit other places. The cottage guide was verry good and helpfull. We would recommend this property to our friends.
    Verified

    6/10 Okay

    Alasdair C.

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Practicality problems

    Dishwasher is a must. Cleanliness of cooking equipment lacking (no dishwasher, eco products?). Limited surfaces for food preparation or computer/printer connection. Beautiful bathroom upstairs, but sink has no mixer tap nor plug, and wet shaving is a trial given the mirror situation. Sleep quality affected by too small bed size.Unfortunately not the property for us.
    Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Elizabeth (Beth) J.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Beautiful Cottage and absolutely wonderful hosts!!!

    Lilybank was a wonderful place to stay. The cottage was exactly as stated. Ken could not have been anymore helpful with us! He was extremely responsive! The Everhot was a bit intimidating but worked like a charm. The back porch was a great place to wrap up a long day of activities. We had a great time talking, listening to music and enjoying the privacy. I would absolutely recommend Lilybank to anyone. My only advice would be to bring a top sheet for the bedding. This was my first time to the UK and was unaware top sheets are not customary. Overall 5 star!!!
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
    Archival

    10/10 Excellent

    Laurie K.

    We could live here!

    What a cozy place to call "home" for five nights. The house is in spotless condition, and we enjoyed every every room, including the deck! Our favorite room was the lounge (or living room), and we ended each of our days there, usually with a good book in hand. There are plenty of places to hang clothing and towels - a big plus when traveling. We were also given a package of Scottish Shortbread, a bottle of wine and fresh flowers in a jug. Thank you, Ken and Caroline! Do take the hike that Ken suggests along the pipe trail. We caught a lovely sunset over Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond and made new friends in the process (Bill and Ronnie). We also recommend the Glengoyne distillery (and their fudge is good too). Ken and Caroline were charming hosts, and we are so pleased to have been their first guests. If we ever come back to Scotland (really more like "when"), I believe we will look to stay here again. Cheers!!
    Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Franz P.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Cozy retreat

    We had a lovely time at Ken's and Caroline's small cottage. It was our honeymoon and Ken was kind enough to postpone our stay due to booking difficulties on our part. The Cottage is located in a nice scottish village that has a great restaurant and is all around quite lovely. The cottage itself is very cozy and is well equipped for guest. Especially the kitchen has massive amounts of kitchen ware with which to cook, although the stove is rather unusual (because it's always on). Works well enough though. Also there were a good amounts of cooking ingredients already there which made cooking for only a few days a lot easier and cheaper cause we didn't have to get things like Salt or Pepper in larger amounts. There was fast Wifi and a well equipped TV, a fireplace with wood supplied. Communication was great as well. Instructions always understandable and always fast replies. Two smaller complaints though: the cottage in general is rather dark, even when it's sunny outside. Nothing major and nothing that could be done about it, just a small thing that we per se didn't like as much. Secondly it was always somewhat colder in the cottage because the heat had to be turned on manually and took a while to get warm. So whenever we went out or during the night it cooled considerably. Again nothing major but irked us a bit. Overall a great little place in a very cute but still feeling modern little village.
    Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Kasimir d.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Cozy cottage, well-situated and well-equipped in a good location

    Cottage is exactly as pictured, very characterful. Makes you feel like you're very much in Scotland - big plus when you're visiting the region as a tourist. The house is well-equipped, with everything you'd need for cooking, washing, a big TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime, good WiFi. One thing it doesn't have is a dishwasher. And a thing you might need to get used to, is the Everhot oven, which is exactly that: always hot, no knobs to turn or dials to read. But we found it convenient, popping in the bread for a few minutes in the morning and getting great results with oven-prepared offerings from M&S. When you're done eating, sorting the waste can be a bit of a chore. It's nothing the owners can help or do about, but you have to sort all waste into five different bins. Luckily, the owners detail what waste goes into which bin in the provided manual - and apart from the manual there are a lot of labels and signs around the house with pointers/instructions for various things. The village of Killearn was a lovely surprise. It might not seem like much on the map, but it has plenty to offer. The Co-op supermarket just 50 meters down the road, is small but has pretty much everything you need and is open all day until late, even on Sundays. Then there's the The Old Mill pub/restaurant, a 5-minute walk, with good food and drinks. The Kitchen Window on the other side of the road for a coffee and some lunch. For the kids, there's a big playground/park practically around the corner. Around Killearn, there's a lot to explore. Loch Lomond is close by, cities like Stirling and Glasgow are half-hour drives. In between are castles and distilleries, little villages with great charm. All in all, if you're planning a vacation to Scotland, Lilybank is a perfect base.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
    Verified

    8/10 Good

    Silke A.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Lilybank

    Es war ein schöner Aufenthalt in einem altem hübschen Haus. Das Haus ist sehr individuell und liebevoll gestaltet. Es gibt sehr viel zu gucken, was es allerdings auch etwas eng macht. Der Everhotoven ist gewöhnungsbedürftig.Die Umgebung bietet viele Möglichkeiten, Natur und Städte. Ein sehr schöner Urlaub.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
    Verified

    8/10 Good

    Melinda C.

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location

    Characterful home in an ideal location for touring…

    Characterful and quirky, Ken and Caroline’s home is a cozy base for either setting out for a day of adventure or taking the many wonderful hikes right from their front door, or sitting by the fire as you listen to the rain. The bed is very comfortable and the showers are good. The bathrooms and bedrooms were clean. Killearn was an ideal location, with the Co-op just minutes from the house and three choices for coffee or a meal a short walk away.. The people were welcoming and friendly. We had a wonderful stay!
    Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Katharina B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Das Cottage war sehr gemütlich und mit allem ausgestattet, was das Herz begehrt.

    Yo’ve set the role model for lovely cottages all over Scotland.
    Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Geraldine E. B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

    gezellige vakantiewoning

    prima vakantiewoning om Glasgow en de omgeving Loch Lomond te verkennen, heerlijk rustig dorp met een prima pub
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    kathleen

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
    Lilybank was a unique and charming home! Our host was quick to respond about any inquiries that we had. The beds were incredibly comfortable. The Everhot cooking surface was easy to use and superb to cook on. Every room was lovely and the living room so enjoyable to just relax in. The patio was a welcome spot to enjoy our coffee :) Thank you Ken and Caroline for sharing your beautiful home with us!
    Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Jennifer M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Wonderful cottage

    We had a fantastic time staying at Ken and Caroline’s cottage. We walked around the small village, played basketball at the park and went on day trips to Stirling, Balloch/Loch Lomond and to Time Capsule water park for the kids. We loved our week. Thank you for everything!
    Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Frances M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Lovely Lillybanks

    A quirky cottage full of character and individuality. Very comfortable, especially the beds, probably not for those minimalists out there! We loved it and the village of Killearn.
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
    Verified

    10/10 Excellent

    Andrew W.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Amazing cottage!

    I was really impressed by the cleanliness and the aesthetic of the cottage - it was so beautiful! Lilybank also had lovely pubs near that my family and I really enjoyed as well as brilliant things to do on a days out nearby.
    Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

    About the host

    Hosted by Ken and Caroline

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    We are both semi retired and enjoy the outdoors / travelling in our Motorhome .

    Why they chose this property

    Killearn is the perfect location for easy travel to the city and at the same time is located in some of the most beautiful countryside in Scotland.
    The house itself is uniquely, full of centuries of character.
    For your personal safety the property and contents will be rigorously sanitised before each visit. All bedding and towels are washed at 60 degrees.

    What makes this property unique

    Easy access to the remote countryside whilst remaining within a small village with excellent facilities including , bar , restaurant , coffee shops , grocery store etc .
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