Got a lovely wee pet who adores sniffing out new territory? With a national park as its backyard, this beautiful accommodation in Stirling is just right for hiking dogs, lumbering dogs and dogs who just like a little stroll. The house itself has plenty of outdoor space to relax in and boasts gorgeous views over the surrounding countryside. You'll be just 20 miles from Glasgow and 18 from Stirling, so there'll be plenty for dogs-about-town to do too. With space for six humans and up to two dogs, this property is well-suited to family gatherings and groups of friends.
Exposed original stonework, wooden ceiling beams and polished timber floors add to this stunning cottage's character. The sitting room is a cosy place to be, especially with the wood burner which Bella and Bess can curl up next to when they're feeling weary of an evening. In the well-equipped kitchen, fry up free-range eggs from your welcome pack to be enjoyed in the light-filled dining room. From here, French doors lead out onto the decked picnic area where you can sizzle up a storm on fine evenings while Bess and Bella alternate leaping around in the private garden and bugging you for scraps. Just be aware, this garden is not enclosed.
The house is in a rural spot 4.5 miles from the nearest pub (dog-friendly, of course). In the stunning Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park (3 miles), pick from a huge range of trails for your daily adventures. For a moderate stroll through woodland and open fields, explore the three bridges of Callander (16 miles). If your pets are keen hikers, why not take them up Ben Lomond (16.5 miles) Drive to Glasgow (20 miles) for a day of shopping and culture. Spend the morning looking for souvenirs followed by lunch in one of the city's numerous dog-friendly cafés or pubs.