Hillview Cottage  

John was very friendly and interesting to talk to. When he could not accommodate us for a second night he made other arrangements for us.

The blind line of sight exit.

John was very friendly and helpful he made us very welcome and we had excellent breakfast. Would certainly stay here again.

The cottage was homey and clean, the beds good, the room nice, and the breakfast excellent!

My friend and I were doing all of our traveling by train and bus. This place was out of town and we didn't have good directions at all. The bus didn't stop near the B&B and we had to walk in the rain on an extremely narrow road with a lot of luggage. Not a good experience as far as that goes. If you have a car, it is a good place to stay. If you don't, it is very challenging.

Best hospitality we came across on our trip across Scotland. Family room was exceptionally spacious and well kept. Bathroom was ample size and clean. Excellent view of the countryside. Made to order breakfast was outstanding!

Really nothing we disliked; it is located on a small country road with occasional traffic at night. Didn't bother us with the windows open, as we're accustomed to the same, but may be problematic for some.

Stayed in room in older section of house, very charming, nice view of the mountains and countryside. Very good breakfast. John the owner was very helpful with suggestion of somewhere close by for great dinner.

Bed was only a double a queen would be better but room not big enough to take one.

The greeting on arrival even though I was slightly late was very friendly and John the owner helped me with my bags. Full of information and gave good directions for my following day's appointments.+

Breakfast. Chat, with other guests at same table & with owner.

Host was excellent, decor was eclectic and very interesting.

Jon was a perfect host. Very calm, laidback and friendly.

The front of the house could do with some freshening up. The first impression of the house wasn't that great, but once you are inside, look through your window and get to know the host the lick of paint or shabby door doesn't matter anymore!

Jon the owner is an excellent host. He's well traveled and his cottage is eclectic and charming. If I'm back in this neck of the woods again I will definitely stay here. Many thanks.

Owner was relaxed and friendly. Room was well looked after. Ensuite was new and worked well. Had a very pleasant stay.

Friendly and helpful proprietor. Comfortable room. Excellent breakfast. Everything that could reasonably be expected.

Friendly good humoured host

Warm & friendly welcome from Jon & his family. Jon gave excellent advice to restaurants & travel. Breakfast was excellent & fulfilling.

Staff very helpful. Breakfast good, hot and well cooked.

The entertaining proprietor with an ascerbic wit gave excellent reommendations, great advice and cooked a tasty breakfast. Though the exterior is a little tired and the decor original, it is a work in progress and far out weighed by the warmth of the welcome.

The popup waste in the basin didn't fully work and needs adjustment to keep water in it.

Very friendly B&B. Near to city centre. Nice and quiet surrounding.

It is not possible to reach Stirling wothout a car.

-Good room size and bathroom, both clean -good breakfast -good restaurant recommendation by the owner

Room was not ready before 4pm. We arrived at 1pm, were greeted by the owner on the door step only to tell us rooms will not be ready before 4pm. Decided to go to a nearby safari park to fill-in the gap

John the owner was very welcoming and couldn't do enough for you, the room was comfortable and warm with a modern bathroom and amazing shower! Breakfast offered a good choice, full english or cereal, yoghurts, fruit, etc!

The owner, John, was very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The cottage is in the countryside, so our room faced the field with the cows - rural and fresh air, and quiet. John suggested we eat at the hotel in Thornhill - a must! Quaint old scottish pub with the most amazing menu.

Enjoyed our stay. At £48 good value. Nice rural view from our room.

With the window open to cool the room the traffic kept me awake.

Very pleasant large bungalow in peaceful rural surroundings. We were only stopping for the night as our stay was part of a longer holiday to visit friends and relations in Scotland. However there are interesting tourist attractions in the area and we visited Dunblane Castle while we were there. Staff were all friendly and helpful and full Scottish breakfast was delicious!

Hillview Cottage was certainly inexpensive. However, if I could afford something better and more conveniently located, I would probably stay elsewhere.

The rooms were poorly soundproofed from other rooms - it was easy to hear conversations across the corridor. The location was poor - about 7-8km from Stirling on a road that was dangerous to enter from the cottage. No suitable walking paths nearby. Little attempt was made to keep the income-producing part of the cottage separate from the owner's rather untidy living apce.

Location was good, being away from busy roads. Plenty of car paking space off road. Very friendly host.

It could do with a face lift and some tlc. There was a smell of damp in the bedroom and bathroom. Advertised to cater for vegetarians (breakfast), but sadly this comprised, in lieu of bacon and sausage, a low cost and un- -appetising vegetarian burger.