East Cambusmoon Holiday Cottages

Alexandria, Dunbartonshire
Self-catering
+44 (0)7905 093997
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From
£165 - £550
per night
From
£650 - £1950
per week

Beautiful light-filled eco-homes in Loch Lomond National Park – Scotland’s treasures are easily reached from here

Place

2 places

Sleeps

Sleeping from 4 – 8

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

£165 - £550 per night

£650 - £1950 per week

The Experience

Swathed by hills and braes, the farm sits between Loch Lomond and the rolling contours of the Campsie Fells. Deborah and Steve are next door and have restored the Old Dairy and Curlew Cottage with wood floors and local red sandstone to the highest eco-standards. Solar panels and underfloor heating keep things cosy while rooms zing with natural light; all is crisp and clean.

Home-baked bread, marmalade and the farm’s own eggs come as standard in the kitchen. Pick some herbs from the box outside and rustle up a feast for friends or family – Deborah can organise a meat order with the local butchers if you wish.

On chilly days throw a log on the wood-burner and put your feet up with a piece of tasty shortbread. At the end of the driveway a small hill (The Dumpling) makes an ideal nursery slope for little climbers, with a dazzling view from the top. The Loch has a Sealife Centre, canoe and cycle hire and cafés. Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh aren’t too far.

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We think you'll love

  • That you’re in the glorious sticks but close to the buzz of some great cities
  • Making use of the many cycle maps on hand and heading off for a two-wheeled adventure
  • Feeling utterly relaxed and at home in your cosy cottages
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You should know

  • There’s another holiday cottage next door
  • There isn’t a pub in the nearest village but a ten-minute drive will take you to The Clachan Inn

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from £165
Weekly price
from £650
Damage deposit
£150
Surcharges
Extra bed/sofabed available £30 per person per week.
1 Barn for 8
From £2408 beds4 bedrooms
1 Barn for 4
From £1654 beds2 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. STL licence number and EPC rating: 548891572 / A.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property
Dogs

Advice on walks and plenty of exercise space from the cottage door.

Max. 2 dogs.

Adjacent to fields, walk to the Loch or up hills.

Reviews

This was a great place to stay - ideal location, quality furnishings, a very welcoming host & plenty of space for our group of 4. Highly recommended.

Kate, Sheffield

Beautiful and relaxing setting, lovely accomodation and very helpful and welcoming hosts. Nice thoughtful touches. A very enjoyable few days.

Esther, Middlesbrough

We had a most enjoyable week in the Old Dairy. The cottage was spotless and we really appreciated the barbecue that was supplied for our use. The electric car charger made our stay so much easier as we travelled far and wide in Western Scotland enjoying the good weather and amazing scenery. The owners Deborah and Steve are very helpful and friendly.

Jenny, Shrewsbury

The cottage was very clean and comfortable; renovated to a very high spec, with a lovely view from the sitting room. The sitting room was light and airy and the kitchen area fitted out well. Lovely walks, parks and RSPB sites in the surrounding areas with curlews and oyster catchers within earshot of the cottage. The cottage and its surroundings were very quiet and relaxing. Very convenient location for touring. The welcome pack on arrival was absolutely amazing, with lots of goodies provided. The owners very friendly and helpful. One of the best cottages that we have stayed in.

John and Janet, Daventry

Modern & homely with everything we could ask for. While the trampoline undercover & a cuddle with some newborn lambs was everything the kids could ask for! Our stay at Curlew Cottage was a perfect Easter break. From the instructions for arrival, the welcome food including homemade bread, & a wood burning stove prepared, all added to the warm welcome. The hosts were attentive & available for requests & suggestions, making sure the kids met their new lambs. The local shop is small but well stocked & walkable along the country road. Plenty of walks and sights on Loch Lomond. Highly recommend.

Vicki, Bangor, Northern Ireland

Another fantastic stay at East Cambusmoon. Perfect location with accommodation that can’t be beaten - superbly equipped, comfortable, home from home with excellent hosts - full of local knowledge & always willing to help. Will certainly be back!

Clare, Preston

Curlew cottage is in a perfect location for a range of walks to suit everyone. This beautiful, cosy place also has spectacular views and is definitely worth a visit. There are plenty of local amenities too. A walk up the dumpling is a must.

Andree, Preston

Gorgeous cottages in beautiful rural surroundings and only around 30 mins from Glasgow I was lucky enough to spend a couple of nights there with friends. Perfect for families and groups of friends Cosy and immaculate Would highly recommend

Kathy, Preston

Wonderful stay in Curlew Cottage for walking trip with friends. Beautifully presented with everything you could need for a relaxing and cosy stay in a quiet location but with easy access to amenities if needed.

Vicky, Preston

Fantastic stay with a group of friends. Warm, very cosy clean comfortable & all amenities you would ask for. Local walks, cafes, pubs great. Highly recommended

Helen, Preston

Beautiful countryside property in ideal location to visit many wonderful places, castles, sea and fresh water lochs, forests,waterfalls, mountains, distilleries and lots more for future holidays.

Lorraine, Mears Ashby

The proximity to Loch Lomond could be enough to make a stay at East Cambusmoon a must, but the accommodation itself is fantastic. Deborah and Steve have done a brilliant job creating warm, welcoming and gorgeously stylish homes on the farm using the most advanced ecological technology. We stayed in Curlew and loved the feeling of light and space and looking out onto fields and hills from the picture windows. The house is perfectly configured and well equipped for family groups or combinations of friends and we hope to come back with more of ours.

Sue, London

We loved everything about Curlew Cottage: the setting, the design, the beautiful views from every window. It has been so thoughtfully designed that it is a real joy to stay there. It is so cosy and warm, whilst at the same time feels very spacious. The local area is lovely, with a lovely cafe 5 minutes away, a play park both on site and 5 minutes walk away, lovely walks to the banks of Loch Lomond and some of the most spectacular views of Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond only a stones throw away. The thoughtful welcoming touches from the hosts were a lovely touch.

Rosie, Cambridge

We stayed at Curlew Cottage for 4 nights and had originally planned to have some friends join us for an overnight but due to restrictions, this couldn't happen meaning we had the cottage to ourselves...2 adults, 2 teenagers and our dog, so plenty of space. The cottage was perfect. In a great location, peaceful, amazing views and stunning inside. Everything was clean, comfortable and the break was really relaxing which was just what we needed. The cottage also had the added bonus of electric chargers for our cars so made getting around really easy. Thanks for a fab trip...we'll be back soon!

Gillian, Wishaw

Amazing property! Stunning home from home and wow what a peaceful but conveniently located spot right next to Loch Lomond. Lots to do in the area ,great walks whether you experienced or not , water sports nearby and some great dining spots. Our family of 6 had a lovely few days! Thank you to Deborah for being so welcoming - lovely welcome pack especially the home made bread!

Alyson, Cheshire

What a wonderful place to spend a week! We stayed in Curlew Cottage, which was beautifully designed and equipped. The cottage is both cosy and spacious, and all the details have been well considered -- we especially loved the large picture windows that looked over the green fields and horizon. we were delighted to be find fresh-baked bread and homemade marmalade awaiting our arrival, and Deborah was very welcoming and hopeful with recommendations of things to do locally. I highly recommend spending some time at this beautiful farm!

Lori, London

The cottage was spotless, very modern and very comfortable. The hosts are very friendly and live on site in case you have any problems - but they stay out of the way if you don’t need them! We were given a lovely Welcome Pack which included eggs which had just been laid that morning - delicious! I’m planning to come back. The surrounding area is beautiful and there’s a handy little restaurant nearby where the strawberry tarts are to die for!

Eileen, Edinburgh

Deborah and Steve have created two superb eco friendly cottages that are light, airy and cosy on their small holding. Curlew is the ideal cottage to have extended family or a girls' get-together. Deborah is extremely helpful and friendly and very happy to provide the extra games for your children, routes to go walking, great places to eat, and more, making it a great place to base your holiday.

Karen, Sawday's inspector

We have stayed on several occasions in both Culew and The Old Dairy cottages at East Cambusmoon. Debs and Steve are excellent hosts. We love the modern eco accommodation in traditional farm buildings, a blend that works so well. Your every need is catered for with super well equipped kitchen and bathroom, comfy beds and even guides to cycles and running trails just outside your door. The accommodation feels very luxurious. We also love the outstanding views and enormous playground of lochs and mountains surrounding the farm. It’s a place to relax and regenerate and a real gem.

Bex, Norwich

We spent a very relaxing week in this superb cottage with our dog. Deborah and Steve have put a lot of thought into the design and fitting of The Old Dairy. The location is perfect for exploring the area and there are some wonderful, scenic walks and drives from the house. The afternoons close in quite early in Scotland this time of year but we were very comfortable just enjoying relaxing in the lounge with the cosy fire and magnificent views from the window. We will definitely return someday.

Carol, Tonbridge

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Location

The neighbourhood

Walk, hike and cycle into the breathtaking countryside right from the door. You’re in walking distance of Gartocharn with its village shop - head there on Fridays for France Farm Shop. Four miles away is Balloch and Loch Lomond; hop on a boat round the lake or explore the country park.

Local points of interest from Deborah & Steve Macken

  • Our fab Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park location offers a huge array of outdoor fun and you can walk or cycle from the front door of the cottages to the Loch. Super cycle and outdoors friendly facilities at the cottages and plenty of local info too.
  • Free EV charging for guests with 3 car charging points (2 x 22kW, 1 x 7kW) Powered by renewable energy, mostly generated on site, both cottages are designed for year round comfort with the highest environmental standards. Gold Award Green Tourism UK
  • Great base for exploring Scotland with easy access to Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh. Wealth of places to visit including National Trust’s Hill House and Geilston Gardens and Historic Scotland's Dumbarton, Stirling and Edinburgh Castles.
  • Whisky distilleries nearby include Deanston, Auchentoshan and Glengoyne (our guests receive tour discounts). We can also recommend other great food and drink attractions and local breweries We have bbqs and fire pits for chilled evenings on the patio.
  • Perfect for families and groups, sleeping up to 14 in total. Ideal for all ages and ranges of mobility, some bedrooms and bathrooms are on the ground floor. Close to many of the great Loch Lomond wedding venues. Perfect for family and friends gatherings.

Introducing

Deborah & Steve Macken

Deborah and Steve live next door; expect a warm welcome. When not ‘living the good life’ on their smallholding they run a renewable energy business. They’ve used their experience to ensure the carbon footprint of the cottages is as small as possible. The farm produces its own honey - pop on a suit and ask Steve to show you around the hives.