"The view was exceptional and the cabin was private and comfortable."
Jeri from United States
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"The view from the balcony was beautiful looking across mountains with Loch Lubhair visible through the trees."
Robert T from United Kingdom
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"The lodge itself is well maintained, clean and tidy and has all the amenities you would need."
David H from United Kingdom
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"Amazing place, the perfect getaway retreat and brilliant location as a base for getting out for some hikes."
Nathan AW from United Kingdom
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"Lovely relaxing place just what we needed .lodges are lovely real home from home and the views are spectacular."
Janet M from United Kingdom
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Award-winning self catering lodges in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park
Accommodation
Portnellan offers 19 self catering lodges and cottages, each accommodating from 1 to 16 guests across 1 to 8 bedrooms. The properties include hotel grade mattresses, Egyptian cotton bed linen, towels, and soaps. The An Caisteal lodge provides wheelchair accessibility with a lift and an accessible en suite bedroom on the upper floor.
On-Site Activities & Facilities
The estate has rowing boats, kayaks, and paddle boards for use on Loch Iubhair and Loch Dochart, plus wild salmon and trout fishing on the estate lochs and river. A games room contains table tennis, pool table, and table football. The BBQ hutte seats up to 16 people and offers a real fire BBQing experience regardless of weather.
Amenities & Services
A small visitor centre sells local organic meat and local produce, and also offers an extensive DVD library and board games. All properties have private bathrooms, free WiFi, free parking, and are non-smoking. An accessible parking space and street parking are available, and pets are allowed on the estate.
Location
Portnellan sits 2 km from Crianlarich village within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, a 90-minute drive from Edinburgh and Glasgow. The estate lies in the shadow of Ben More, the highest mountain south of Ben Nevis, with views across Loch Iubhair, Loch Dochart, and Glen Dochart. Nearby attractions include the Falls of Falloch, Falls of Dochart at Killin, and the West Highland Way.
Family & Pet-Friendly Offerings
Lodges range from 1 to 8 bedrooms, making them suitable for families of up to 16 people, with open plan living areas leading to large deckings with garden furniture. On-site activities include rowing boats, kayaks, and a games room for all ages. The estate allows pets and has a secure gated entrance, with bird feeders attracting birds and red squirrels for entertainment.
Highlights
Accommodation: 19 lodges sleeping 1-16 guests with Egyptian cotton linens