The Knowe Guest House
Location: Ancaster Road, Callander, gb
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Property Type: Guest houses
About this Property
Historic Charm and Scenic Views
Victorian and Edwardian Features
Experience the charm of a bygone era at The Knowe with its original Victorian and Edwardian features. The guest house offers a unique blend of history and comfort, providing a cozy and inviting atmosphere for guests to enjoy.
Breathtaking Views of Loch Lomond
Wake up to stunning views of the picturesque town of Callander and the breathtaking scenery of Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. The front rooms offer a perfect vantage point to soak in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands, making your stay truly unforgettable.
Tranquil Woodland Setting
Surrounded by natural woodland, The Knowe offers a peaceful retreat for guests looking to unwind and relax. The serene environment adds an extra layer of tranquility to your stay, ensuring a restful and rejuvenating experience.
Book your stay at The Knowe now and immerse yourself in historic charm and natural beauty.
Important Information
A surcharge applies for arrivals outside check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Terrace
- Safety deposit box
- Table tennis
- Non-smoking throughout
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Concierge service
- Outdoor furniture
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- CCTV outside property
- Access to health care professionals
- Television in common areas
- Golfing on site
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Housekeeping on request
- Private picnics
- Japanese garden
Rooms Available
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
This room features an private bathroom, a mini-bar, chairs and an electric kettle.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- DVD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
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Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room
This room features an private bathroom.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Sofa
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
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Deluxe Double Room
This room features an private bathroom, a mini-bar, chairs and a flat-screen TV.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- DVD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
Guest Reviews
- Eyre Hover (10/5): - Very friendly and welcoming hosts. Very quiet hotel. Nice breakfast. Good location close to the town and to local walks. The room was spacious and well decorated. Easy parking.
We had a very pleasant stay here and would definitely come again!
- James (10/5): - Very welcoming and helpful hosts, great view from room, comfortable bed and very nice cooked breakfast.
- Nigel (9/5): Very enjoyable, guest house in prime area - Location good as we have stayed here many times
Lovely cooked breakfast in the morning
- Alun (10/5): Really lovely rooms, lovely hosts - Lovely, very good location Nothing
- Heather (10/5): Exceptional Guest House. - Everything about our stay was absolutely perfect. Attention to detail was amazing, Laura and Deon are fantastic hosts and the breakfast was delicious. Our room had a huge bay window with a beautiful view and the bed was very comfortable and extremely clean. Can't complain about anything.
- alicia (10/5): Lovely Guest house - We only stayed for the 1 night as we were travelling back home after doing the NC500.
On arrival, we had a warm greeting from our host, showing us around and booking us evening meal in a lovely bistro nearby.In the morning we had a cooked breakfast to set us up for the ride home. Everything was just lovely. I would definitely stay here again. Nothing
- Ronald (9/5): -
- Stephen (10/5): - Only one night stop. Everything was first class.
- Lesley (10/5): -
- Charles (10/5): Hosts are super friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble. Really enjoyed our stay. - Location is great just a few minutes walk into the centre. Parking on their drive in a safe environment. Very clean everywhere. Absolutely nothing
- Andrew (10/5): Lovely place to stay - A real home from home
Fantastic hospitality
Comfortable room
Great Breakfast
- VASILEIOS (10/5): - Spacious room fully equiped, friendly hosts, great breakfast.
- Thomas (9/5): -
- Callum (10/5): -
- Edward (10/5): The Knowe Guest House ist ein Wohlfühlort der besonderen Art. - Diese Unterkunft ist perfekt. Sehr freundliche Gastgeber. Großzügige, gemütliche und sehr saubere Räumlichkeiten. Sehr leckeres Frühstück. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt und kommen gerne wieder.
- Pauline (10/5): Exceptionnel, tout était parfait - La meilleure guesthouse de notre tour de l’Écosse :
- la gentillesse +++ des hôtes
- la chambre et surtout l’excellente literie (on se serait crus sur un nuage!)
- le breakfast
- la recommandation pour le restaurant du soir
Nous y serions bien restés plus longtemps ! Rien du tout
- Lisa (10/5): Fantastic stay in Callander - Excellent location, very clean and welcoming. Nothing
- Alastair (10/5): Friendly, warm and comfortable. - Looked after really well.
Spacious room, good breakfast and spotlessly clean.
Many thanks for an enjoyable, if brief stay.
- Neil (10/5): - Breakfast is exceptional. Especially when produced during a power cut. Full marks.
- Richard (10/5): An excellent stay - We were given a free upgrade to the sunrise room on arrival which has a fabulous view of callander and beyond, superb breakfast, deon was an excellent host Nothing to dislike
- Herbert (10/5): -
- Alana (10/5): BEST BnB in Callander!!!!!!!!!! - Everything!!!! The owners could not have been more friendly, helpful and accommodating!!! This is our 2nd year staying here for the Mighty Hike and we couldn't recommend it enough!!!!! The BnB is cosy, comfy and spotless and not to mention the scrumptious breakfast!!!! Very close to the centre for restaurants/pubs etc too. Will definitely be back!!! Thank you for your hospitality once again it truly is like home from home !! NA
- Martin (10/5): A welcoming and well appointed room and every attention to detail by the owners. Must visit again. - Lovely situation with great views, very comfortable and superb hosts. Great breakfast and very good value overall.
- Fiona (10/5): A very relaxing stay with friendly and helpful hosts. - We were impressed by the size of the rooms, the cleanliness, and the friendly owners. They took the trouble to recommend several restaurants and attractions to visit on our onward journey north. Nothing!
- Anson (10/5): - Superb. Really friendly people who run the place. Beautifully furnished and decorated. Lovely breakfast. I recommend this place without hesitation.
- Kirsty (10/5): Friendliest of people beautiful place. - The friendliest hosts you could ever meet, I haven’t been anywhere, where the hosts are this accommodating. They have certainly set the bar for the future, we will always compare them to Laura and Deon. The property is beautiful, well decorated and spotlessly clean. The room are large with very big comfortable beds, and well equipped with a fridge, hairdryer, tea and coffee facilities etc. and an amazing view!
The rooms have an en-suite which are also well equipped with a really nice hot shower. One of the rooms had a little living room which was nice to have a catch up at the end of the day. The breakfast was delicious and served in a lovely dining room and there was a beautifully decorated living room next door for guests to sit and relax. The house is situated just a few minutes walk from the Main Street which has plenty to offer and the walk up to the falls is right next to the house and worth a visit. I would highly recommend, very good value for money. Absolutely nothing !!
- Karen (10/5): -
- Marnix (10/5): -
- Danny (10/5): Great Stay! Highly Recommend for this area! - Hosts were fantastic throughout and easily accessible if needed. Very pleasant and great options for breakfast. Easy advice for going places. Nice clean homely place- we especially love the gold plaque on the side. We also love the kitties- so friendlyyyy! nothing to note for this section
- Joseph (10/5): Fabulous accommodation in the heart of Callander. - Fabulous accommodation with very welcoming and helpful hosts. Very spacious room with a comfortable bed and everything you could hope for including a fridge and a wonderful view.
Great breakfast. Nothing
- Angela (10/5): Very relaxing and enjoyable - a very comfortable stay in a fabulous location! - This property ticks all the boxes - excellent location and gorgeous views from the dining room. The owners are delightful and nothing is too much trouble for them. The place is spotless - the beds are really comfortable and the breakfast is substantial and made to your specific requirements. We've been before and were really looking forward to coming back - it didn't disappoint. There is nothing not to like!
- Kevin (10/5): Exceptional -
- Steve (10/5): Fantastic stay at the Knowe guesthouse - Everything! Hosts were superb, so welcoming & helpful, couldn't do enough for us! Room was fantastic, as was breakfast. Great stay for us on a cycling adventure! Nothing to not like!
- Susan (10/5): Lovely accommodation, Deon and Laura couldn’t do enough to make our stay enjoyable. -
- Linda (10/5): Our stay was just perfect - The breakfast was excellent. The owners were very friendly. Everything was perfect. The best accommodation we have been to during our week's holiday.
- Els (9/5): Excellent! - The owners are very friendly. Very nice stay!
- Michael (10/5): Exceptional -
- Charles (10/5): No - All good! All good!
- Adrian (10/5): Excelent - We loved our stay at the Knowe guest house. The host were exceptional and the area suited our requirements perfectly
- Päivi (10/5): Exceptional - Lovely room with a beautiful view. Owners were very helpful and friendly. Everything was just perfect!
- Daniela (10/5): couldn’t ask for a better place to stay and it was such a lovely city - everything was amazing
- Diane (10/5): Exceptional -
- Elizabeth (10/5): Everything you need for an enjoyable stay - Fridge in room.
- Ian (10/5): We'll be back! - Upgraded from room to the suite and an excellent breakfast A longer stay as we were travelling back home.
- Dunn (10/5): Exceptional - Excellent stay. Room was lovely and clean. Bed was very comfortable and the breakfast the following morning was superb.
The owners were lovely and friendly.
I would definitely stay here again.
- Elaine (10/5): Beautiful room, friendly staff, central and fantastic breakfast, everything you could possibly need is provided, will de - Everything
- Marie (10/5): Perfect - Excellent experience. Warm friendly staff. Superb food. Outstanding cleanliness. Best nights sleep I’ve had in a long while. Felt like home from home.
Thankyou for making my stay so memorable. Will definitely recommend to my friends, colleagues and family N/A
- Lorraine (10/5): Loved it - Great B & B - lovely couple and great food
- Louise (10/5): Excellent stay - Beautiful cosy room, clean, well furnished and decorated, very spacious. The owners were lovely and very accommodating. Breakfast was great. There was nothing I didn't like.
- Philip (10/5): Explanational and 5☀️ hosts. - Perfect hosts, better than many 5 🌟hotels, with great communication and knowledge of the area.
Explanational cleanliness and location.
Perfect hosts.
- Ian (9/5): Very good - An extremely good stay. The owners were excellent and we would recommend it.
- Rosemary (10/5): From the welcome to the farewell every aspect of this stay was terrific. - Every aspect was perfect. Nothing
- Weimin (9/5): Superb - Wi-Fi was not stable.
- Joaquin (10/5): Exceptional - Lovely host. Beautiful house. The breakfast was amazing and the view from the room was gorgeous.
- Patricia (10/5): Exceptional -
- Monk (10/5): Exceptional -
- Joan (10/5): A wonderful Guest House which set us up nicely for starting our trek along The Great Trossachs Path. - Everything was spot on. Lovely hosts,
a very comfy bed and a delicious breakfast. No negatives
- James (10/5): Exceptional - The owners were lovely friendly peopie who took the time to explain the layout of their beautiful gorgeous guest house and facilities. They described the town and its attractions and eating places. Nothing at all.
- Hugh (10/5): Outstanding value -
- David (9/5): Exceptional B&B - Lovely B&B, very friendly hosts, lovely big room , plenty of parking, good breakfast and only a short walk into town.
- Stuart (9/5): Superb -
- Rosemary (9/5): Lovely, quiet and peaceful place to stay. - The room was huge, large double bed, large bathroom, everywhere was exceptionally clean, the breakfast was superb and the hosts brilliant, and the views outstanding. No Noise from anywhere, large windows to see the garden and woodland beyond. Brilliant stay The driveway was very very steep.
- Cheyenne (10/5): Exceptional -
- Simeon (9/5): Very professional. Facilitirs are Hotel standard - Clean and modern
Great location
Friendly staff
- Jillian (10/5): Exceptional -
- Karen (10/5): A Fantastic place to stay. - We were made to feel very welcome and given lots of information. Our host was very friendly. The room was large, very clean and comfortable and with a beautiful view. It was well equipped with tea and coffee facilities as well as a fridge.
Breakfast was excellent.
The town was a couple of minutes away and there was access to beautiful walks right next to the property. I can’t really think of anything.
- Murray (9/5): Superb -
- Alana (10/5): Exceptional - Everything!!!!! Location was great, the owners were stupendous and we were made to feel so very welcome and nothing was a bother!!!!! I would recommend this place over and over and hope to come back in the future!!!! N/A
- Ronan (10/5): Perfection - Everything about our stay exceeded our expectations All was perfect
- Amy (10/5): Lovely hosts, spotlessly clean and very comfortable - Breakfast was lovely, the hosts were very attentive and helped us with any questions. Really nice views outside of the breakfast room.
- Yasmin (10/5): Excellent accommodation , no hesitations in recommending the place . - The owners were very welcoming and friendly, very helpful with our luggage and with settling in, all information given and explained on arrival re the accommodation, and a folder provided in our rooms as well.
Very clean, comfortable with lovely decor.
Lovely room for breakfast, and good options for breakfast.
Beautiful views from our room, and parking available on site.
Highly recommended. Unable to fault any aspect
- James (10/5): Beautiful, comfortable and accommodating -
- Steven (10/5): Exceptional - Nothing
- Louise (10/5): Luxury stay as we passed Through - Amazing location with friendly staff. Breakfast was lovely, rooms were fantastic.
- Zbyněk (10/5): I have been travelling a lot in past years but such friendly approach I have never meet in my life. - I have been travelling a lot in past years but such friendly approach I have never meet in my life. Hosts are abosolutely awesome.
- Elaine (10/5): Marvelous get away. - Everything… all facets excellent. Location
Room size, mattress & linens, cleanliness. As close to perfect as you can get.
- Paula (10/5): Can't get better hosts and service than this - We liked absolutely everything.
- James (10/5): Exceptional -
- Laura (10/5): Exceptional - We loved everything at Knowe Guest House. Our room was great and had amazing views over the surrounding area, the property was perfectly located (only a couple of minutes walk to the main street and bordering on some beautiful native woodland behind), the breakfast was great and the hosts couldn’t have been more helpful. Nothing
- Rose (10/5): We had a lovely overnight stay and great breakfast and staff couldn’t do enough. - A lovely room with a view of the hills.
- Robert (8/5): Happy with my choice. - Great location, good-sized room, and very friendly and helpful hosts. Somewhat under-ventilated room.
- Mike (10/5): Exceptional - The hosts were superb and nothing was too much trouble for them. The location of the property is perfect for going into the main town where there are plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants. The room was very clean and well equipped. The breakfast was lovely. Nothing.
- Barry (9/5): Superb -
- Katie (10/5): Exceptional - We were exceptionally well looked after, and really enjoyed our stay. The room was spacious and beautifully decorated, breakfasts delicious (especially the porridge!) and the location is ideal for walking to the high street or into the woods. It was so peaceful and relaxing. It's a very steep car park but there's plenty of parking just outside on the quiet street.
- James (10/5): Best hospitality experience I can recall in Scotland - thanks guys and we'll stay again. - Husband and wife team could not have been more friendly, efficient and helpful. My wife has some difficult dietary issues and they advised on local restaurants then made booking for us. Lovely room, super clean, great shower, ample free parking, quiet location only a couple of minutes walk from main street, great views over town and hills, super breakfast. We felt very much "at home". On the way south from north of Scotland a couple of weeks later we decided to stay here again - but they were fully booked! Not surprisingly really as anyone who stays here is likely to book again if in the area. Next time we'll book further ahead.
- Robin (10/5): Callander Stay - Room was clean, a good size, great view. Breakfast was comprehensive and tasty. Hosts were very courteous and considerate
- George (10/5): Beautiful place - Stunning place fantastic bedroom with a bay window overlooking the town immaculately clean and fantastic staff very friendly and helpful superb breakfast Absolutely nothing
- Catherine (8/5): Very good -
- George (10/5): If only every holiday venue worked like this one ....... - Comfortable, spacious room. Superb breakfast and exceptional hosts.
- John (10/5): A fabulous choice for exploring the Trossachs. - Located with views across the town to the hills and mountains around, this is the best B&B we have stayed in for a long time. Deon and Laura were excellent hosts, helpful and friendly, our room was warm and lovely with spectacular views and breakfast was excellent. Nothing to fault…
- Colin (9/5): Friendly hosts, very comfortable, great breakfast. - Great welcome and very helpful with recommendation at local bistro for dinner. N/a
- Tracy (5/5): Passable - The location and host were brilliant Rooms were cold
- Elise (10/5): Exceptional -
- Sea65 (9/5): Convenient for Callander, very friendly hosts. - Large room and bed in a big traditional Scottish house. The host very friendly with great local knowledge. Lovely cooked breakfast.
- Karen (10/5): Exceptional -
- Bender (10/5): Perfection - From the moment we were greeted at the front door to the moment we left we were made to feel extremely welcome, and encouraged to treat the place as though it were our home.
The view from our bedroom was outstanding, and the breakfast the best we has throughout our entire trip around Scotland.
I would not hesitate to recommend this lovely place and it's hosts. N/A
- Walsh (10/5): A warm welcome and comfortable, spacious rooms - Very friendly owners, nothing too much trouble. Large, tastefully decorated bedroom with modern ensuite. Good choice for breakfast and spacious dining room. Cannot fault anything. Would definitely stay again. Nothing!
- Lilia (10/5): Restful! Comfortable! Good value for money . 5 stars !! - Amazing property, perfect location.
Just a short walk to the Main Street and shops. Immaculate! Breakfast was amazing. The hosts are so friendly and welcoming Can’t fault anything .
- Anonymous (10/5): Wonderful - Lovely hosts who made our stay very enjoyable. As soon as we arrived, Deon made dinner reservations for us as it was about that time. Excellent breakfast as well. Convenient to Stirling Castle (if you have a car) and local hikes.
- Kirsty (10/5): 10/10 highly recommend! - The owners went over and above to make the stay as accommodating as possible, including putting together a lovely breakfast for us to take with us on a early morning hike! They were wonderful, the room was immaculate and the bed was very comfy. Amazing views and lovely vibes all round! I would definitely stay again and would highly recommend Not a bad word to say. I wouldn’t change a thing and could t have asked for anything else to make the stay any better!
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