The Old Wing is a fabulous, dog friendly characterful 18th Century cottage situated close to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.. Ground Floor:
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Open Fire
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for open fire included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack and doggy extras. . Front garden with sitting-out area, BBQ and garden furniture. Grounds (shared with owner). 1 dog welcome, to be kept on lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are steps in the grounds.. Perfectly located for easy access to Loch Lomond National Park and west coast of Scotland you can steep yourself in history as you enjoy the character and ambiance of the fabulously presented holiday accommodation in The Old Wing at Drumhead House, Cardross.
The 18th-century Old Wing was built on the site of a fortified towerhouse and may have been the home of Robert The Bruce, King of Scotland in the 14th century. The surrounding gardens and woodlands ensure peace and tranquillity. There’s a wild paddock where the owners keep free range chickens and bees, and a pretty burn runs through the land. The spacious accommodation is over three floors, and the character of the Tower House runs through its entirety with a wide stair to the first floor. The living room on the first floor has views over the garden and an open fire to create a cosy atmosphere on a winter’s evening for sitting and relaxing after a day out exploring this part of Scotland. The owners will set the open fire ready for your arrival, and provide all you might need including a pint of milk from the local dairy, butter, tea and locally roasted coffee beans, fresh free range eggs (when available) from their rare breed hens, salt and pepper, handwash and shower gel, and under the sink supplies - as well as a welcome gift of a bottle of champagne.
The Old Wing is perfectly located for easy access to the great outdoor attractions of the west coast of Scotland and Loch Lomond National Park, and for city visits to both Glasgow and Edinburgh. Locally the Gare Loch has walking trails with The John Muir long distance trail close to the house and providing a walk with beautiful views of Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond beyond - as well as a walking route over to the loch for the fit and hardy. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is just a short drive away with open spaces, sheltered bays and islands to explore. Its inland waters are famous as one of the finest water sports venues in Scotland. The area is ideal for walkers and cyclists of all abilities and boasts a magnificent diversity of scenery with dramatic peaks, waterfalls, hidden caves and mysterious, forest-covered slopes. There are some great wild swimming spots and a vast choice of lochs and waterways locally to choose from.
Guests at The Old Wing can take advantage of exclusive offers with 4x4 Adventures and luxury Loch Lomond day cruises. There’s also fishing, clay pigeon shooting, hill walking and cycling along with birdwatching, beaches, spa treatments and golf among the many activities available nearby. The village of Cardross has good local facilities and a mini supermarket. Cardross Golf Course is an excellent 18-hole, parkland course with spectacular views over the River Clyde. Helensburgh is just a 15-minute drive and has a good range of eateries, supermarkets, cinema and a swimming pool and sports centre. There are several great restaurants locally including a Michelin starred restaurant on Loch Lomond. The choice of activities and days out are too many to mention but it is well worth taking the time to visit Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s Hill House along with the beautiful walled gardens in the area, such as those found at Geilston House. Beach 1 mile.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There are steps to the property.
EPC Rating = F
There are steps in the grounds and 1 step to the property entrance. 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (free range chickens wandering in the grounds and surrounded by sheep country). If you are travelling with small children please let the owners know in advance should you require use of a travel cot and high chair.
All the following items are provided; tea, sugar, coffee beans, a pint of semi-skimmed milk, butter, fresh eggs (when available), salt and pepper, under the sink supplies - washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets etc, Cupboard items include foil and binbags. Bathroom items include handwash and shower gel/bathwash.There are various supermarkets in Helensburgh, the closest being Morrisons as you drive into the town. Waitrose is further afield but will deliver.The owners will set the open fire ready for your arrrival and logs are supplied which you can replenish from the stock outside.
