Self catering
Awarded 
self-catering by Visit Scotland.
Sauna, steam cabinet and outdoor hot-tub.
Gleneagles 7 miles, Sleeping up to 6
Wi-fi access
Craighead Muckle Howf
Craighead Farm
Braco
near Dunblane and Stirling
Perthshire
Scotland
- 5 star rental accommodation
- Wonderful views of the Ochil Hills
- Hot tub, steam room and sauna
- Pond and fishing
- Garden and patio
- Wi-fi access
- Sleeping 6
Ian and Heather converted the traditional stone-built steading next to their farmhouse family home to such a high standard that Visit Scotland awarded the Muckle Howf the rare accolade of five stars.
It is superb... a quiet country location, surrounded by natural gardens, a pond (with brown trout), hens, Highland cows, turkeys and Highland ponies, an outdoor hot-tub, a sauna and two sitting rooms. One downstairs with a wood-burning fire and TV, DVD etc, and the other upstairs with big comfortable sofas under a wooden beam ceiling and great views - an ideal room, says Ian, for good conversation and a whisky or two.
The Muckle Howf faces farmland and gardens so there's a feeling of seclusion and privacy here. But if you need anything Ian and Heather's home is on the other side of the yard behind the steading, and they are very welcoming and helpful.
Also, the Muckle Howf is perfectly situated in Scotland for exploring both east and west coasts, Edinburgh (60 minutes), Perth (30 mins), Pitlochry (60 mins) and Glasgow (50 mins), all of which can be accessed from the A9 a few miles away across the valley below. It is close to Dunblane and Stirling, and Gleneagles and Cromlix are only 7 miles away, so there's plenty to do in the area, while staying at home could hardly be more relaxing: a stroll around the gardens, talking to the Highland cows, casting a fly in the lochan, or lying back in the hot-tub under the stars at night...
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The lochan (which has a wooden jetty) where you can fish for brown trout. There's no fence, so children should be under constant supervision.
| 2009 | up to 6 people |
| Weekly | £ per week |
| Jan 3rd and Dec 19th | 680 - 980 |
| Dec 19th to Jan 2nd | 1250 |
| 2009 | (minimum 3 nights) |
| Short breaks | £ per night |
| Depending on how many in the party | 120 - 250 |
Prices include electricity and central heating, linen and towels.
No smoking and no pets please.
To see availability for Craighead Muckle Howf www.luxury-cottage-scotland.co.uk/availability
Extracts from the visitors' book:
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"Beautiful place with stunning views. Excellent facilities. Can recommend the hot-tub on a clear night. Plenty to do, great holiday, thank you". Laura, Jason, Becky, Ross, Staffs. "Having done many cottage holidays before, this place is by far more superior to anywhere. The location is an ideal base and ameneties second to none. The cottage is pure luxury and you couldnt ask for anything more". Dan and Heather and family, Yorkshire. "Very high standard (10 out of 10) Heather and Ian lovely couple, made us feel welcome. Fishing and weather great." Nick and Sharon, Herts. |
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