Hollybirch | St Fillans | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

Customer rating

4.7★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

27 Customer Review(s)

Ben
December 2025

“The lodge was beautiful with absolutely stunning views.”

The location was perfect for us and we quite liked the history of the site being an old train station. We travelled with our 2 year old daughter and or golden retriever, they both loved it. Ideal if you have a dog with stunning walks straight out of the lodge. I would highly recommend stopping at Hollybirch and can't wait for our next stay!

The location was perfect for us and we quite liked the history of the site being an old train station. We travelled with our 2 year old daughter and or golden retriever, they both loved it. Ideal if you have a dog with stunning walks straight out of the lodge. I would highly recommend stopping at Hollybirch and can't wait for our next stay!

- Ben, December 2025
Evelyn October 2025

“Loved this property owner was very welcoming and helpful had a slight problem ...”

Loved this property owner was very welcoming and helpful had a slight problem with tv but within 5 minutes she was there and fixed it beds very comfortably everything was just home from home

- Evelyn, October 2025
Harald September 2025

“Schönes Chalet, ausgestattet mit allem, was man im Urlaub benötigt.”

2 Minuten zum See und viele Wandermöglichkeiten. Hat einem starken Sturm widerstanden und liegt hochwassersicher.

- Harald, September 2025
Leslie September 2025

“Had a problem when we first arrived Rung the owner They where round in ten ...”

Had a problem when we first arrived Rung the owner They where round in ten minutes And got the problem sorted Extremely helpful followed up the next day with a call to make sure everything was ok felt like nothing was to much of a problem for them The lodge it’s self was absolutely lovely and spotless the beans from the decking where stunning if where up that way again would 100%book again

- Leslie, September 2025
Michele June 2025

“Hollybirch is a really lovely static caravan/lodge.”

Nice and modern inside with everything you need except a washer/dryer and no laundry facilities on site. Although the owner very kindly did a wash for me. Hollybirch was out of the way for us, we hadn’t been to St Fillans and didn’t know what to expect. Perfect if you like mountain running and mountain bike rides. There were two flat walks from the park on the old railway track that our dogs liked. We just prefer more things to do nearby without having to travel narrow very hilly roads.

- Michele, June 2025
Edna Jane June 2025

“We were extremely pleased with the lodge, it had everything we required and more.”

There was also a lovely welcome pack for us and also our pups, many thanks Iona. The views from the lodge were quite beautiful. Walks straight from the lodge were also a bonus. I shall certainly recommend to my family and friends.

- Edna Jane, June 2025
Moira May 2025

“The accommodation was spotless and absolutely beautiful.”

It has everything you could possibly need and a view to die for!! I could sit for hours and look at the view. There was an en-suite as well as a bathroom. Kitchen with everything you needed to cook a meal, beautiful living room and even dog bowls and treats for my dogs. No negatives at all. Will go back.

- Moira, May 2025
Michelle April 2025

“Lovely relaxing property with a great view.”

Very comfortable, well equipped & clean. Good for pets to use the outside area with the gate, making it secure. Great welcome pack for humans and treats for the dog. Thank you for a lovely stay!

- Michelle, April 2025
Sandie September 2024

“Holly birch at Caledonian Lodges was just beautiful.”

From the moment we walked in it felt spacious, clean and the views were spectacular. The welcome basket was a lovely touch and even some goodies for the dog too. Great access to walks and places to visit. Will definitely be back.

- Sandie, September 2024
Andrew August 2024

“Lovely location and very comfortable lodge.”

Welcome pack was a lovely touch

- Andrew, August 2024
Val June 2024

“The lodge was in a beautiful location with amazing views.”

The site was in a very peaceful location and well maintained, albeit it is still being developed. Holly Birch was very clean and well equipped. We had a couple of issues which were reported direct to the owner. The shower in the main bathroom did not drain away properly. The guttering over the kitchen window needs repairing, the patio doors did not shut properly. And the wi-fi was very poor. But the main thing was the bed - a new mattress is definitely required to enjoy a good nights sleep !!

- Val, June 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We're between a rock and a hard place with this mattress question. You are the only the second people of the all the visitors that we've had stay, to make this comment. I've made it my business since, to ask everybody how they find the bed, as I decide whether or not to replace it. They all find it very comfortable! Even to the point of commenting upon it, unsolicited, in the guest book. I think maybe a mattress topper might be the compromise. If I replace this (very new) mattress, will there always be somebody who finds the next one uncomfortable too? It's such a personal thing. I'm sorry it spoiled your holiday. Your feedback re the structural glitches was helpful, thank you, and they have been repaired. Property Owner
Yvonne June 2024

“The chalet was lovely with nice relaxing views.”

- Yvonne, June 2024
Hayley May 2024

“A really well equipped holiday home, it was very clean & well presented.”

We got great weather so sat out on the patio area a lot, it had a nice cool shady area too at the side, which our dog loved! Lots of beautiful walks right from the door, a couple of nice restaurants in the village about 15 mins walk which was great in the evenings. We will definitely be back!

- Hayley, May 2024
Alan April 2024

“I would like to thank the owner of the lodge for the cleanliness under helpfulness that we had from her.”

The lodge itself was in a fantastic place, very clean. And welcoming. We will be back because everything was perfect for this holiday again. Thank you sykes for the booking. But once again we would like to thank the owner for a beautiful lodge and to have a beautiful holiday that we did. Thank you again. Alan Docker.

- Alan, April 2024
Paul March 2024

“This was an exceptional lodge.”

Modern, clean and fully furnished with everything we could need during our stay. Elevated by discovering a welcome pack upon arrival filled with local artisan products that were very well received. The lodge is located in a lovely village and positioned perfectly to capture the stunning panoramic view of the mountainous landscape it nestles within. Plenty of walking options accessible straight from the site which we and our dog took full advantage of.

- Paul, March 2024
Lisa October 2023

“Had a fantastic stay it was home from home.”

The walks are fab and the location is ideal for that peaceful get away. The lodge was immaculate and the welcome pack for us and the dog were lovely. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be back.

- Lisa, October 2023
John October 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay in Hollybirch despite the weather!”

The lodge had everything you could need and the view was fantastic. The welcome pack was the best we have had and was appreciated .Lots of great walks from the lodge and the local area. The food in the Orchy hotel was awesome

- John, October 2023
Jacqui September 2023

“We had a lovely, quiet, relaxing week in Hollybirch .”

.. beautiful surroundings, great for dog walking, footpaths well signposted. Hollybirch was immaculate... the welcome basket was a lovely welcomed touch and they didn't leave out the doggy visitors! Would definitely recommend a visit to Hollybirch & St Fillians. Thank you

- Jacqui, September 2023
Debra August 2023

“A very comfortable, well maintained, well equipped, holiday home, with a stunning view.”

The only local shop has everything you might need, and the local golf club warmly welcomes visitors, serving food and drink in a very pretty setting. We found the location well positioned to access many places of interest within the Loch Lomand national park.

- Debra, August 2023
Laura August 2023

“The property and furnishings are superb and Iona's attention to detail in welcoming new arrivals was outstanding, with artisan and locally sourced goodies awaiting upon our arrival and even goodies for our dogs.”

The lodge was immaculate and cosy, with absolutely stunning views. I could not fault the lodge, its spec, the location, the exceedingly thoughtful gestures provided by the owners and the helpful information provided by the owners. Only recommendations I could suggest is purely for guests who would book longer next time (like me), would be: a dog gate, just to ensure the dogs are secure and fellow site users have their space respected too. A wellie and umbrella port outside (purely to keep the already beautiful lodge as dry and clean as possible, with a little more ease). A washing machine/dryer would be a nice to have, particularly if booking in autumn/winter seasons (which we plan to do), and a hot tub would be the cherry on top of an already awesome cake! This location was probably the best location I've booked so far that has ideal dog walking spots, where you're not having to worry about infringing on someone's land or bothering sheep and cattle. Its postion in the central belt of Scotland was ideal for venturing the castles, lochs, palaces, villages, cities and towns and the local watersports was a huge hit with the kids! If you like wildlife practicallyon your doorstep, be it red squirrels, birds of prey or roaming deer, this is nirvana! Site staff are lovely and very helpful too. I will be returning to Hollybirch, which I feel is the most sincere recommendation a guest can give. Huge thank you to Iona and Philip for making our stay absolute bliss!

- Laura, August 2023
Craig July 2023

“We had a wonderful time at the lodge.”

It was very well equipped and the views were outstanding. One very small thing that would have been handy is a gate or barrier on the deck / walkway ramp for our dog - not a huge problem though. We will absolutely recommend Holybirch to friends and family and we will try to return soon. Thank you again.

- Craig, July 2023
Stephen July 2023

“The listing of the property was generally accurate, however, we feel that it should have been mentioned that the site as a whole was still under construction.”

The views from the rear decking of the lodge were outstanding in fine weather but that was offset when leaving the property of an unfinished lodge, unconnected pipework and building supplies strewn around the place. The initial drive into the site when full of excitement for a week ahead and then to be met by a rusty dumper truck, metal fencing and an unfinished building site were quite a shock. This was not what we were expecting and having stayed in previous Sykes locations we would expect better. In summary, the property was good but the site itself is in need of some improvement.

- Stephen, July 2023
Stephen July 2023

“The lodge was beautiful with fantastic views over the hills from the decking area at the front of the lodge.”

The site was very quiet and peaceful with easy access to the traffic free walking into St Fillans. The lodge was spotlessly clean with all the cooking utensils you could need. The host also provided a welcome pack with produce from the local area which was really nice. Thank you for a fantastic stay.

- Stephen, July 2023
Carol June 2023

“The lodge is extremely well equipped with everything you could want for a very enjoyable vacation.”

The views from the patio are amazing. Our dog had the best time too . The bed and pillows were the comfiest ever and we slept like logs . I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Hollybirch lodge to everyone and can’t wait to return

- Carol, June 2023
Ann May 2023

“We had a wonderful week staying in Hollybirch.”

The views are superb no matter the weather. The lodge is comfortable, very clean and has all the facilities and quality equipment needed, in fact the best we have had. The village is welcoming. Especially Liam at the Village shop. Comrie is only 10 minutes drive and has a very good craft butcher and deli. As mentioned in previous reviews the site is not quite finished but nearly there and the small amount of noise in the day didn’t detract from our enjoyment.

- Ann, May 2023
Janette March 2023

“A very comfortable lodge with wonderful mountain views and everything you need in the kitchen.”

The owner was lovely and very helpful when we asked for advice. As mentioned in a previous review the site is still under development but there was no building work while we were there and you don't even see the site when you are in the lodge. It is a small quiet site, which was perfect for us. Very peaceful. Many great walks in the area, and very central location for visiting other areas. We really enjoyed staying here.

- Janette, March 2023
Dean February 2023

“The lodge, view and the owner were very nice the only let down was it's clearly ...”

The lodge, view and the owner were very nice the only let down was it's clearly not a site that's fully up and running just now still a bit of building site (work in progress)

- Dean, February 2023

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Summary

Single-storey
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower room with walk-in shower basin and WC, 1 x twin
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric flame-effect fire
Gas central heating
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
Smart TV, satellite freeview, Sky, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available
Off-road parking for 2 cars
Gated wrap-around decking with furniture
Two well-behaved pets allowed
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and cafe 0.2 miles, hotel and loch 0.5 miles
Note: There are steps up to the property
Note: The site is currently undergoing expansion and the construction work is discreet and unobtrusive and cannot be seen from the lodge

The property

Hollybirch is a modern, single-storey lodge nestled in the scenic village of St Fillans, Perth and Kinross, Scotland.

Ideally positioned within walking distance of local amenities and the shores of Loch Earn, this pet-friendly retreat offers a welcoming base for up to four guests looking to explore the surrounding landscapes of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.

After arriving and parking in the designated off-road space, step inside to discover a bright, open-plan living area that serves as the heart of the home.

The space includes a well-equipped kitchen with all the essentials for a self-catered stay, a dining area for shared meals, and a sitting area with a Smart TV and an electric flame-effect fire.

Whether preparing a meal or gathering for a film night, this space is designed for spending time together.

On warmer days, step out onto the private decking to dine outdoors while taking in the surrounding views and planning the next day’s adventures.

The lodge features two bedrooms: a double with its own en-suite shower room, and a twin room, both offering a restful place to recharge.

A sleek main shower room completes the interior, providing a refreshing start to each day.

Just a short walk from the lodge, Loch Earn offers opportunities for paddleboarding, kayaking, water skiing, and wakeboarding.

Golfers can enjoy a round at St Fillans Golf Club, a well-regarded 9-hole course with a restaurant.

For those drawn to the outdoors, the surrounding mountains offer excellent walking routes, including the popular Ben Vorlich, known for its panoramic views.

Local dining options include Achray House and the Four Seasons Hotel, both within walking distance.

The village shop also features a café serving coffee, cakes, and light bites.

For a day in the city, head to Perth to explore The Black Watch Castle and Museum, Perth Museum & Art Gallery, and Kinnoull Hill Woodland Park, along with a variety of shops and eateries.

History enthusiasts can visit Stirling Castle, one of Scotland’s most significant historic landmarks and the childhood home of Mary, Queen of Scots.

Hollybirch offers a memorable stay in one of Scotland’s most picturesque regions.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

ST FILLANS

Comrie 5.4 miles; Crieff 11.8 miles; Perth 29.6 miles.

St Fillans is a charming lakeside conservation village resting at the eastern end of Loch Earn, between Ardtrostan and Comrie. The village is well-known for its superb location just within the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park and offers a small selection of attractions including canoeing and boating on the loch, the St Fillans Monster and the St Fillans Golf Club. The disused railway offers a footpath and cycle path all the way to Comrie. Dining options include the Achray House and The Four Seasons Hotel, light snacks at the village cafe and attractive terraced dining (including breakfast) at the gold club and you can stock up on essentials at the village shop. Within easy reach is the bustling town of Crieff, where you can find further attractions and amenities such as The Strathearn Gallery, Crieff Golf Club, The Glenturret Distillery and MacRosty Park.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The lodge was beautiful with absolutely stunning views.”

“Loved this property owner was very welcoming and helpful had a slight problem ...”

“Schönes Chalet, ausgestattet mit allem, was man im Urlaub benötigt.”

“Had a problem when we first arrived Rung the owner They where round in ten ...”

“Hollybirch is a really lovely static caravan/lodge.”

“We were extremely pleased with the lodge, it had everything we required and more.”

“The accommodation was spotless and absolutely beautiful.”

“Lovely relaxing property with a great view.”

“Holly birch at Caledonian Lodges was just beautiful.”

“Lovely location and very comfortable lodge.”

“The lodge was in a beautiful location with amazing views.”

“The chalet was lovely with nice relaxing views.”

“A really well equipped holiday home, it was very clean & well presented.”

“I would like to thank the owner of the lodge for the cleanliness under helpfulness that we had from her.”

“This was an exceptional lodge.”

“Had a fantastic stay it was home from home.”

“We really enjoyed our stay in Hollybirch despite the weather!”

“We had a lovely, quiet, relaxing week in Hollybirch .”

“A very comfortable, well maintained, well equipped, holiday home, with a stunning view.”

“The property and furnishings are superb and Iona's attention to detail in welcoming new arrivals was outstanding, with artisan and locally sourced goodies awaiting upon our arrival and even goodies for our dogs.”

“We had a wonderful time at the lodge.”

“The listing of the property was generally accurate, however, we feel that it should have been mentioned that the site as a whole was still under construction.”

“The lodge was beautiful with fantastic views over the hills from the decking area at the front of the lodge.”

“The lodge is extremely well equipped with everything you could want for a very enjoyable vacation.”

“We had a wonderful week staying in Hollybirch.”

“A very comfortable lodge with wonderful mountain views and everything you need in the kitchen.”

“The lodge, view and the owner were very nice the only let down was it's clearly ...”

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About the location

ST FILLANS