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Craighead Howf is a traditional Scottish stone-built farmhouse and steading near Dunblane, Perthshire, Scotland. It is unique in its quiet country setting, surrounded by natural gardens, a lochan and woodland areas. We have wonderful views, sunsets and privacy, yet thanks to our location we are ideally placed to base yourself for easy access to some of Scotland’s finest country and tourist attractions. Craighead Farm has been our family home since 1990 and in early 2000's we developed the steadings into what is now known as the Muckle Howf, the luxury 5 star holiday cottage. Since then we have created three gorgeous private glamping opportunities in the Wee Howf, the Summer Howf and the Tree Howf. We look forward to welcoming you to our little slice of Scottish heaven!
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Katherine L wrote a review Feb 2024
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The cottages at Craighead Howf are like stepping inside your favorite dreams! We stayed in the hobbit holes and they were perfectly appointed and just the right size and ambience for a couple of nights during our Scotland tour. The bath was glorious, the bed comfy, the kitchenette easy to use with all necessary tools & cookware. There is a wee shop onsite if your forget or run out of certain essentials. The entire farm is a place of tranquility and beauty as far as the eye can see. I wish we had more days there and I wish I could go back tomorrow. Heather and Ian are the kindest most accommodating hosts ever. Just a delight in every single way. Please note, while there is hot & cold running water and overhead lights, it is Glamping after all, so there are no outlets…if you require power either for a CPAP machine or whatever, bring a battery pack that can handle it.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Response from Ian Keir, Owner at Craighead Howf
Responded 3 weeks ago
Many thanks for your wonderful review Katherine. We do try our best and are looking forward to fully reopen the end of March. Just one little point , there are at least one power point in each property so no need to bring a charger. Thanks again. Regards Ian
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Alyson K wrote a review Oct 2023
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we have just returned from a stay at the Burrow and if ever there was a place that was so good for mind, body & soul then this is it. From the minute you arrive you feel at peace. The red burrow was full of surprises and the attention to detail was outstanding. Truly a magical place and the craftsmanship was outstanding. Thank you for a wonderful time, we will be back
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Response from Ian Keir, Owner at Craighead Howf
Responded 8 Nov 2023
Thanks for your lovely comments and really glad you enjoyed your stay at Craighead. Hopefully see you again. Regards Ian
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Tim D wrote a review Oct 2023
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We stayed in the Whisky Howf for two nights. It is a beautiful drive up to accommodation and clear self service instructions await guests on arrival. The accommodation was wonderful and exceeded our expectations. Lovely little touches like a small bottle of prosecco and chocolates on the bed were a nice surprise. The accommodation itself was a good size for a couple and contained everything one would require for a self catering stay. The Howf itself is absolutely gorgeous inside and filled us both with a magical warmth. Being October the Howf gets rather chilly but the log burning stove supplies an excellent heat once it's on the go. This was set for us arriving and very simple to light. We also loved visiting the wee honesty shop they have onsite. It's filled with essentials as well as fresh eggs from their own ducks, chickens and guinea fowls.Overall a wonderful experience and one we cannot wait to repeat again. Absolutely magical!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Ian Keir, Owner at Craighead Howf
Responded 23 Oct 2023
Thank you so much Tim, for taking the time to tell people how much you enjoyed your stay with us. We really appreciate it. Regards Ian
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aflices wrote a review Sept 2023
Edinburgh, United Kingdom34 contributions18 helpful votes
We stayed in the Green Burrow in September 2023 for 2 nights as a couple. We booked this howf as we are Lord of the Rings fans and wanted a peaceful escape in the countryside. There were loads of cute nods to the LOTR films but I won't spoil these for others. We also chose the green burrow as it's at the end of the path, tucked away from the rest of the accommodation site. We felt very comfortable in our howf, with a comfy bed and everything else that we needed for our stay, like a log burner, gas stove, crockery, bath with shower head, etc. Pretty sure Bilbo would be happy here. :) The toilet was in a room right next door to the main living area, which was a bit annoying having to go outside to go next door to the loo, and it was a compost toilet, however, it was fine overall - we got used to it. We loved all of the cool animals on the farm. The Wee Shop sold fresh farm eggs. We bought some guinea fowl and duck eggs for breakfast and they were delicious. We would love to return one day in the future for another special stay. Thank you to the team at Craighead for providing such a fantastic and unique experience so close to home.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Helen B wrote a review Aug 2023
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We stayed in the Green Burrow for our honeymoon after a Lotr themed wedding so you can imagine how excited we were to find this little gem of a place right next to some of my favourite landmarks in Perthshire! Wow, is all I can say- what a fantastic place to go. When we arrived everything was ready for us, really well organised and it was clear where to find what we needed. Parking is a short walk from the burrow but we were provided with wheelbarrows to get to the venue which just really added to the fun feel of the place. The site itself was lovely and tranquil, it is really well kept and very clear to see the owners put their heart and soul into keeping the place magical and quiet for everyone to enjoy. There is a very friendly cat as well that isn't allowed into the burrow, so we enjoyed many evenings sat outside giving her lots of attention- if the burrow doesn't completely win your heart over the farm will! It was amazing and I would recommend this to everyone. Ian and Heather are really friendly and lovely, they're so considerate too when they needed to service the room they gave advance notice with options of where to leave things if we didn't want to be disturbed, and to let us know to expect them too. The wooden mice where a really fun little touch, we loved trying to find them all and count how many there were. The wee shop as well has everything you might need (including plasters which came in handy from the many walks we did during the week!) I don't think you will find a better place to stay in Scotland than here, we were never bored, even when there was nothing to do, just being outside in the quiet and watching the Sun go down behind the hill from the garden table with a cup of tea and a cat sat on your lap was amazing. We can't wait to go back, and are already saving for our next stay. Thank you so much Ian and Heather
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Mc M wrote a review Aug 2023
Dublin, Ireland3 contributions
Unique honeymoon experience. We want to return soon! Ashtree Howf was our home for 3 wonderful nights. We enjoyed long comfy slumber in the coziest bed, cooked dinner and enjoyed it with some wine overlooking the majestic view of the hills.Made friends with all the adorable animals and loved our geese who kept watch on our howf during our stay. The memories of watching the wood burning fire cast shadows on the ceiling, keeping us toasty all night, and drying us off after a wet day out hiking, will stay with us for many years. What a superb stay and we hope to return soon! And the compost loo, the cleanest loo I've ever used!
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Date of stay: August 2023
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huskywoo wrote a review Jul 2023
Mintlaw, United Kingdom24 contributions11 helpful votes
We have just returned from a wonderful 2 nights in Wee Tree Howf. It is the most peaceful, relaxing place. We sat outside during the day watching the swallows over the pond, and the resident Guinea Fowl paid us several (rather noisy!) visits. Walking round the grounds we met the alpacas, sheep, goats, turkeys, geese and highland cow, and from the balcony at the back we could see the horses in the field behind. At dusk, we stood and watched bats racing each other round the Howf and performing aerobatics feet away from us. The Howf itself is just perfect, the craftsmanship is superb and all the little details have been so well thought out. We did venture out once to Braco to visit the site of the Roman fort and had a lovely lunch at the Braco Coffee Shop. We will definitely be back - Craighead Howfs really is the place where time stands still.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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LEilidh wrote a review Jul 2023
Dundee, United Kingdom12 contributions1 helpful vote
“It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don't keep your feet, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to.” Staying at the Green Burrow (aka Bag End) was an absolute delight as a massive Tolkien nerd. From your arrival, you are greeted with wonderful, thoughtful touches throughout your stay - do make sure to get at least one photo of yourself at Gandalf's Cart, get second breakfast from the honesty shop and then celebrate your one hundredth and eleventh birthday all cooried in at your wee log-burning fire. Don't worry about packing too much, your very own Bill the Pony (the wheelbarrows) will ensure that you are able to take all your precious belongings down in one trip to your little howf. And for any novices at building a fire, it is very helpfully stocked for your first night and warms the room up incredibly quickly. The kitchen space is well-stocked and there is a cafetière for those who need a coffee in the morning. Another wee gem in the howf is the bath - absolutely stunning views while you soak in the tub and you're well secluded so if you feel like singing one of Bilbo's bath songs, you won't disturb anyone. Already planning a return!
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Mary Hargreaves wrote a review Jun 2023
Aberdeen, United Kingdom6 contributions5 helpful votes
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A must for any LOTR fan! I booked 2 nights in the Green Burrow for my husbands birthday who is a huge Toilken fan, and my word it did not disappoint. Completely immersed into the world of The Shire, and caught myself smiling I was wandering about the Green Burrow thinking how cool this place was. We have stayed in a number of quirky places but this has been without doubt are most favourite. All the little touches (I won’t spoil), just make it more magical. I would love to be able to give lots of recommendations…but we didn’t leave Craighead for the 2 days! We did however take some selfies with the new Gandalf cart! The surroundings and animals are just beautiful, and the “ wee shop” is well stocked with most things you need, as well as fresh eggs, local sausages etc. This was the most amazing weekend and can’t wait to come back again!
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Shona H wrote a review Jun 2023
Penicuik, United Kingdom13 contributions1 helpful vote
We stayed in the Whisky howf this time, previously in he Ash tree howf - both stunning and the attention to detail and care that has been taken building them are phenomenal. The grounds are beautiful and relaxing. We took our books and just chilled. We never left the whole weekend - we took M&S meals for 2 and just cooked them in the gas cookers. We need to try all of the howfs and will definitely be back!
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions about Craighead Howf
Which popular attractions are close to Craighead Howf?
Nearby attractions include Argaty Red Kites (4.9 miles), Dunblane Cathedral (4.3 miles), and Andy Murray's Gold Post Box (4.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Craighead Howf?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free parking, barbeque facilities, and an outdoor fireplace.
Which room amenities are available at Craighead Howf?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a fireplace, and a seating area.
What food & drink options are available at Craighead Howf?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Craighead Howf?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Craighead Howf?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Woodside, Doune - Pub & Restaurant, Another Tilly Tearoom, and Chez Roux.
Are there any historical sites close to Craighead Howf?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Dunblane Cathedral (4.3 miles), Ardoch Roman Fort (2.4 miles), and Atlantic Wall on Sheriffmuir (4.3 miles).