Romantic lochside self catering cottage, central Scotland. Briar Steading offers 3 acre gardens on Loch Earn with lit sculptures, private jetty, slipway, moorings and scenic walks. Seasonal activities include; fishing, petanque, swimming, lawn games. South‑facing windows frame stunning loch and mountain views. Open‑plan living, en‑suite bedrooms, and a warm welcome await—perfect for Christmas, New Year and all year breaks. Secure special dates in this luxury, national park based holiday rental.
The space
Panoramic views: Glass patio doors frame Loch Earn from both bedrooms and the lounge.
Bedrooms:
1. King room with en‑suite shower over a large steel bath and smart TV.
2. Twin room with walk‑in wet room en‑suite, separate Freesat TV, and direct lounge access.
South‑facing aspect: Enjoy sunrise light, warmth throughout the day, and glowing sunsets over the water.
Wildlife & gardens: East and west gable windows overlook landscaped gardens, often visited by red squirrels, deer, and birds.
Privacy: Bedrooms are separated by the lounge for quiet nights.
Comforts: Leather seating, woodburner lit on arrival, WiFi throughout, hair dryers, portable towel rails.
Kitchen & dining: Rear ramp access leads to a spacious dining kitchen with integrated appliances—fridge freezer, dishwasher, oven, washing machine. Fully stocked with cookware, coffee grinder, filter machine, toaster, microwave, cookbooks, and more.
Entertainment: Main smart TV with Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Freesat; books, games, iPod dock.
Extras: Clothes horse, towel rails, outdoor whirlygig with basket and pegs.
Safety: Fully licensed (STL ST00072F) EPC E with compliance details available.
Guest access
Exclusive use: The entire Briar Steading cottage, patio, and its private garden are for your sole use.
Outdoor amenities: Enjoy the BBQ, firepit, sunloungers, sheltered seating, and dining table for relaxed evenings. Water hose and patio lights.
Extended grounds: Wander through three acres of landscaped gardens and the lochside garden, shared only with the owners’ historic thatched cottage at ground level and one small guest cottage wihin 70 metres.
Privacy & tranquility: The grounds are not open to the public, ensuring a peaceful retreat.
Lochside features: Access the private jetty, slipway, and moorings for boating, fishing, watersports, open water swimming or simply enjoying the water.
Seasonal highlights: Sculptures light up at dusk, and the gardens are alive with seasonal wildlife—perfect for photography or quiet reflection.
Other things to note
Lighting: There are no street lights—just the Briar Cottages sign, moon, stars, and sculptures that illuminate the loch garden at dusk. Motion‑triggered search lights assist at the cottage and garage, with manual patio and driveway lights available. Torches are provided for night safety.
Nearby amenities: One hotel and a seasonal water sports centre lie within 150m. Hotels typically open spring–November; water sports April–October.
Pets & allergies: No pets allowed, as the cottage is designed for guests with pet dander allergies. Please inform us of any other allergies to consider.
Parking & access: Steep but short driveway with elevated views. Space for 2 cars, plus options elsewhere on the grounds (without blocking entrances). Boat trailer parking available on request.
Accessibility: Ramp access to the back door; cottage is level inside. Note: 2 steps from lounge to patio and 1 step from bedrooms to patio. Guests with limited mobility may require assistance.
Registration details
ST00072F
