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Welcome to
Kilronan House
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Central starting point for a lot of outdoor activities! Your host: Linda & Colin George * Kilronan House * 15 Kenilworth Road * Bridge of Allan * Stirling FK9 4DU * Scotland Prices, contact and booking enquiries |
Kilronan House was built in 1853 by Reverend James Blair and is one of the oldest houses
of Bridge of Allan, which is a nice little town close to Stirling - the important so-called
Gateway to the Highlands. In the 18th ct the region around Bridge of Allan was well-known for its copper-mines, but after the doors of these mines had been closed forever the little town profited from the change of a mining town to a Victorian holiday resort around 1848. Many of the fine castle-like buildings like Kilronan House were built in the middle of the 19th ct.
Bridge
of Allan is situated on the old A9 route north approximately 2 miles from Stirling city centre.
This for centuries was the main route to the north of Scotland avoiding the marshy ground of
the River Forth floodplain. Here you can still find the original spa buildings, especially the
old pump room which is a restaurant now. They are only a short walk away from Kilronan House.
Another
interesting feature of our little town is the nice Lecropt Church in the grounds
of its quiet old churchyard. Kilronan House is only a stone“s throw away from the famous landmark
of Stirling, the Wallace Monument high up in the hills but also from the ancient Stirling
Bridge, Stirling Castle and the University of Stirling.
It is very easy to reach the two big cities of Scotland, Edinburgh and Glasgow, from here by car
or by train. As there is free parking at the railway station you can visit both cities without
the disadvantage of a car in a big town. Just stroll through the streets, go shopping and return
back in the evening to enjoy the hospitality of our noble guest-house.
Of course, Bridge of Allan can be used as a starting point to explore the wonderful region
called The Trossachs and the perhaps most romantic loch of Great Britain - Loch
Lomond.
The
first room we want to show you is or very comfortable Double Bedroom. It is equipped with a king-size double bed and, of course, its own bathroom and toilet.
Well,
there are guests who do not want a single room but also do not want to sleep in the same bed. For
those people and in the case our double bedroom is not available we can offer a nice Twin Bedroom
with two separated smaller beds and an additional folding bed and its own bathroom and toilet.
If you look out of the window you can see Stirling Castle!
In the Standard Single Room is a only a wash basin. If you book this room you can use our private bathroom and toilet.
The
Drawing Room for our guests invites you to relax after an eventful day (perhaps you have
visited one of the big cities ...?). Of course, you too can read through our big collection of
brochures to inform yourself about things to do and to see near Bridge of Allan or watch TV.
As
a tourist you certainly are on your feet the whole day long and are rather hungry in the evening.
Bridge of Allan has numerous good restaurants, pubs and artisan shops. Typical menus are
available for guests to assist them in making their choice of where to eat be it restaurant,
pub or hotel. Or if you wish to order a take-away you are welcome to use the dining room.
The Allan Water cafe is renowned for its Fish and Chips and Haggis Suppers!
Each morning breakfast ist served on this fine polished table.
Certainly
it is possible that you arrived just some minutes ago and are exhausted and tired of the long
journey from home. In this case please be sure that our garden is yours too! Take a seat amidst
plentiful blossoms close your eyes and relax for a while!
Mountains
and Glens provide some of the finest walking country in Scotland. From gentle strolls in the
Hillfoots Glens to the more energetic climbs in the mountains of The Trossachs. There are a
number of "Munros" (mountains over 3000 feet) within easy drive from Bridge of Allan including
Ben Lomond, Ben More and Ben Vorlich. Some of the smaller peaks, although not reaching Munro
status, reward the walker with spectacular views. Ben A'an overlooking Loch Katrine is only 1512
feet but the views are stunning. We keep a selection of maps and guides for the use of our
guests during their stay. CNDo Scotland are based in Stirling and offer a range of guided and
self guided walking holidays and outdoor activity courses.
Cycling
in the area is a popular activity. Bikes may be hired in Callander or at Loch Katrine. National
Cycle Route 7 follows the disused railway line from Callander to Crianlarich through beautiful
countryside and away from main roads.
For
the Golf enthusiast there are endless opportunities as golf courses abound in this part of
Scotland. There are local courses at Bridge of Allan, Dunblane and Stirling. Gleneagles is
only 20 minutes drive and St Andrews is about a one hour drive away. Fishing is available in River and Loch. There are a numerous places where you can fish for brown trout or for rainbow.
Boats
may be hired at several fisheries including Lake of Menteith and Loch Leven. Pleasure boat hire is available on Loch Lomond at Balmaha. Canoe hire at Strathyre near Loch Lubnaig with white water canoeing on the river.
For birdwatchers the region is rich in birdlife. Osprey and Red Kite are regular visitors.
The region
around Bridge of Allan is particularly rich of history and archaeology. You can find the
quiet witnesses of the Stone Age, of Roman times and the Middle Ages but also buildings of the
industrial revolution of the 19th ct. Up on the peak of Cairnpapple Hill is an old fort,
near Kenmore on Loch Tay is a so-called "crannog", a prehistoric village built at the banks of
a loch. Don“t forget to visit the remains of the Roman fort at Braco and the historic
battlefield of Bannockburn where the Scots obtained their independence from the English in 1314.
Last but not least there are almost countless castles, tower houses and palaces. Many of them
are now in the care of the National Trust for Scotland.
| "Ensuite" Double Bedroom (per person and night) | £ 30 - 33 |
| "Ensuite" Twin Bedroom (per person and night) | £ 31 |
| "Ensuite" Single Room (per night) | £ 42 - 46 |
| Standard Single Room with private bathroom (per night) | £ 33 - 36 |
Minimum stay of 3 nights in July and August!
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Just ask for details! We would be glad to send you a made-to-measure offer according to your special wishes. Just send us an email by clicking on the carrier pigeon below. We will send you full and non-binding informations.
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