A wholesome cabin stay in Scotland
A couple of weeks ago, I had the pleasure of staying in a gorgeous, eco-friendly cabin nestled in the serene Scottish countryside. In all honesty, I was quite worried about the weather in November and was mostly expecting it to look grey and dreary. So, you can imagine my excitement waking up to the stunning, sun-drenched days of autumn instead. There were also still plenty of leaves on the trees, with a varying hues of golden, red, and brown.
A link to the cabin is provided at the end of this post.
*My stay was gifted but, as always, all opinions are 100% my own.
How do you get there?
One aspect I particularly LOVE about the cabin is its accessibility via public transport. The closest train station is Gleneagles (this takes 5.5 hours from London) and then a c.20 min taxi journey from the station to the cabin. Alternatively, you could choose to travel via the Caledonian Sleeper instead, which is what we did.
Or you could get the train to Stirling and Dunfermline, both of which have taxi ranks, and are a 25 minute drive away. Remember to book taxis a few days in advance. As an incentive to use public transport, the hosts gift you a free bottle of bubbles!
Alternatively, you could drive and this would make it easier to travel beyond the cabin too. It’s a 45 minute drive away from Edinburgh and Glasgow.
A little bit more about the cabin…
There is a 2-night minimum stay
The cabin sleeps 2 people only so it’s perfect for a romantic stay in Scotland, a weekend away with your bestie or even a cosy solo staycation.
For food and drink, you can choose to pre-order a hamper from a local pantry or you can also order from Waitrose. We chose the latter but on reflection, I wish we had ordered less food so that we could make the most of local lunch spots!
There is a modern kitchenette with an electric ceramic hob, fridge freezer and a full range of cooking utensils. You can also use the wood-burning stove as an “oven” but for ease, I’d recommend sticking to dishes you can make on the stove.
There is no central heating but there is a wood-burning stove that keeps the cabin warm, toasty and authentically rustic. There are also hot water bottles if you need extra warmth, which we made the most of. I’d recommend taking thick socks and slippers if you choose to visit in autumn/winter.
It’s next door to the hosts’ house which is super helpful if you need any assistance during your stay but this doesn’t compromise on your privacy.
In addition to the private verandah for outdoor dining, the cabin is situated within its own enclosed garden and is complete with fire-pit & bbq; guests can also enjoy their own secluded woodland hammock area.
What is there to do nearby?
The cabin is situated in the gorgeous Scottish countryside so you’re surrounded by nature. You can do lots of walks directly from the cabin, and to some beautiful view points. You could also walk to Japanese Gardens, where you can stop for an afternoon tea break too.
Alternatively, you can walk c.40 mins to the closest village, called Dollar. Here, you can visit Dollar’s Deli, The Wee Bookshop, Cafe No. 44 and The Forager. The walk from the cabin is mostly through a quiet B road, which was really beautiful during autumn. From Dollar, you can also continue your adventure to explore the gorges of the Dollar Glen. The walk crosses many bridges, passing viewpoints and Castle Campbell.
If you’re up for it, the cabin also offers bespoke fitness experiences, led by their sister company, hinidas. You can book individually tailored sessions in their woodland studio, including body conditioning, pilates and yoga.
Overall, as we visited in November, it meant our days were shorter so we tried to make the most of the outdoors and ended with cosy evenings in the cabin.
What shall I pack?
Book your stay at Larch Cabin directly via their website for the best rates!
Thanks for reading,
T.
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