Corshill House /Smiddy/Stables
Stirling Road,
Thornhill, Scotland FK8 3QD

Telephone 0044 (0) 1786 841090

Welcome to Corshill House, probably one of the most distinctive holiday lets in the Stirling/Loch Lomond National Park area.

Corshill House and Cottages offer elegant luxurious self catering accommodation in Stirling.

Situated in an exclusive location at the edge of Scotland's National Park, and only minutes from Stirling Castle, and the main roads of Central Scotland, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. The Trossachs and Loch Lomond are only a short drive to this holiday let.

Corshill boasts mature well designed gardens with views to the mountains, that create a feeling of calm and relaxation after a days exploring around the many treasures in the local area.

The interiors to both Corshill House and Cottages are equally well presented, creating an atmosphere of both comfort and style, making this the Scottish holiday home of choice.

Accommodation

Bedrooms

All the bedrooms in Corshill House have ensuite shower or bathrooms. This give the larger parties the privacy and comfort expected from a 5 star holiday let.

Lounge

Corshill House lounge is a bright and airy room, with a French windows facing east, and looking over the gardens towards Stirling and Edinburgh.
There is ample comfortable seating, and the room is ideal for relaxing after a day exploring the many sites shops and restaurants.
There is central heating, and even a wood burning stove for use in the colder months.
The other half of this large public room is a feature dining area complete with table and chairs from one of our local churches. There is another lounge off the main kitchen giving access to the conservatory.

Kitchen

Corshill kitchen was developed by a professional caterer, and is fully equipped for most occasions.
There is a traditional range, the same style that has been used for the last 150 years in country houses. There is also a modern hob and oven, fridge, freezer sink etc. You will find cooking a pleasure in this kitchen, which gives direct access to the rear patio and unsurpassed views to the mountains behind Corshill. There is also a washing machine in the cloakroom next to the kitchen, and a drying green beside the patio.

Garden

The gardens to Corshill House have been built and developed over many years, and are the perfect companion for a feature house and cottages.
Guests have access to the extensive lawns and shrubbery's.

This garden will not disappoint whichever season you choose to visit Corshill, with something of interest all year round.

There is even a small children's play area, but we would ask any access by children to be supervised at all times by adults.

The Smiddy

The Cottages nestle at the bottom of the gardens, giving privacy to themselves and the main house. They are bright and airy, offering a perfect base for the smaller group to enjoy the many sights of the local area

Smiddy is an old Scottish word for a blacksmith's workshop, which is exactly what this was in a previous life. Of course, as you can see from the picture, things are a little more comfortable than they would have been for the poor blacksmith. The furniture and decorations have been kept simple and fresh.

The bedroom in the Smiddy is galleried, and you are able to look over the main living area giving a very "chalet" feel to your space. A stay in the Smiddy will be a comfortable and rewarding one, with views to the hills and woodland. You are in a building with history in it, set in and area that saw a large part of Scotland's history unfold around it.

The Stables

The Cottages nestle at the bottom of the gardens, giving privacy to themselves and the main house. They have newly fitted kitchens, and are recently decorated. They are bright and airy, offering a perfect base for the smaller group to enjoy the many sights of the local area

The Stables were part of the old Smiddy in times when one of the main jobs of the Smith would be to keep the local horses with shoes on their feet. Things have changed quite a bit, and The Stables are now a very comfortable one bedroomed cottage. sophisticated and spacious...a perfect location for exploring the Scottish countryside whatever the season. The furniture and decorations have been kept simple and fresh.

The bedroom in The Stables is galleried, and you are able to look over the main living area giving a very "chalet" feel to your space. A stay in the Smiddy will be a comfortable and rewarding one, with views to the hills and woodland. You are in a building with history in it, set in and area that saw a large part of Scotland's history unfold around it.

The open plan is bright and inviting, creating the sort of informality associated with much larger buildings. The kitchen is new and well equipped. Most common utensils are provided. The whole house is centrally heated, and there is hot water available all day. Like the Smiddy, the kitchen is newly fitted, fully equipped, and well laid out. With all the local restaurants and pubs offering a warm welcome and a taste of Scotland, we would be surprised if you spend too much time washing dishes!

Places to visit

The capital is steeped in history with many good restaurants, theatres, cinemas and art galleries.

A day's excursion could take you to the old cathedral city of St Andrews with its University. A visit to Falkland Palace would be a worthwhile Within a short radius of Corshill, you can easily experience a variety of local places of interest including Blair Drummond Safari Park, Doune Castle, and boat trips on Loch Lomond and Loch Katrine.

For the energetic, there is hill-walking, bicycle hire, fishing and a leisure complex nearby.
The area abounds in quality golf courses which are reasonably priced. For the more dedicated golfer, as well as the links at St Andrews, Gleneagles is only half an hour away.

Corshill offers the perfect base for touring - on the edge of the famous Trossachs, surrounded by impressive hills and lochs, yet only a comfortable hour's drive from Edinburgh or Glasgow (and their airports) and a mere 40 minutes from Perth - the Gateway to the Highlands, and nearby Scone Palace.

For further information please visit our website:- www.corshill.com

Or Email:- Enquiries@Corshill.com

Our Full Postal Address is:

Mrs J Hamilton
Meldrum Farm
Blairdrummond
STIRLING
FK9 4UX

Telephone 0044 (0)1786 841090