Loch Venachar Lodges

Set right on the still, glassy edge of Loch Venachar, these Scandi-led lodges feel like a wellness break disguised as a holiday. The Trossachs’ pine forests and hills rise all around promising stunning outdoor adventures, but each has an alfresco hot tub so even if you just sit in the bubbles and gaze at the mesmerising view, you’re still boosting endorphins. Carsaig sleeps 6 and Coorie sleeps 4; or book them together for a brilliantly spacious lochside takeover. Both have beautifully calm interiors and killer views of Ben Venue and Loch Venachar (plus an equal ratio of bedrooms and bathrooms, always a bonus).  Carsaig is especially good for families, thanks to a 2-acre garden, private beach, woodland fairy trail and secret den.

Bring paddleboards, windsurfers and kayaks to cast off from the private jetty, jump into the clear water for a bracing swim, wander forest paths, and climb into the hills for panoramic views. Cyclists have miles of glorious gravel and road riding on the doorstep (the Gravelfoyle trails are legendary), and wildlife constantly drifts through the landscape so bring binoculars to spy red squirrels in the trees, deer at the woodland edge, even ospreys circling above. Despite the incredible sense of remoteness, you’re only 5 minutes from the lively little town of Callander – and an exceptional restaurant sits right next door: superb seasonal food with loch views to match, plus a wild sauna. Could this be any more perfect?

Getting here: you’ll need to drive