New build homes in Stirlingshire
Stirlingshire is a delightful county in central Scotland, situated between the lowlands and the Highlands. With a good proportion of the county dedicated to the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Stirlingshire is the perfect place to live for people who enjoy the outdoors.
Loch Lomond offers serene cruises around the loch, and is also a leading watersports venue for waterskiing and wake boarding as well as paddleboarding, canoeing and kayaking. If you prefer hiking, just a short drive from your new home is the West Highland Way, one of Scotland’s Great Trails, which passes through the area, taking in the Great Trossachs Path and the Three Lochs Way, on the way. While there are 21 Munros in the park, with the highest point being Ben More, there are plenty of lower lying walking trails suitable for all ages and abilities. The area, with its many different habitats also supports over 200 bird species - as well as reintroduced beavers!
But it's not just nature that makes your home in Stirlingshire special - its rich history adds another layer of charm. Explore the legendary Stirling Castle, a fortress steeped in centuries of Scottish history, where moments like the coronation of Mary, Queen of Scots, and the birth of James VI took place. Close to your new home, Doune Castle, with its 13th-century origins, and the Battle of Bannockburn site, where Robert the Bruce secured a historic victory, offer glimpses into the region's rich historic past.
A new build home in Stirlingshire gives you the county town of Stirling on the doorstep, with its medieval cobbled streets, eclectic shops and artisanal eateries. Dunblane, with its majestic cathedral, and Bridge of Allan, boasting Victorian-era charm, offer their own unique shopping and dining experiences, complemented by traditional pubs and scenic parks.
With its strategic location between Glasgow and Edinburgh, your new house in Stirlingshire has easy access to both cities for leisure and commuting. Whether driving along the M9 motorway or hopping on a train from Stirling, you can reach Glasgow or Edinburgh in just 30-45 minutes, opening up endless possibilities for work, nights out, exhibitions and entertainment while enjoying the tranquility of Stirlingshire's landscapes.
Whether you're exploring Scotland's historic cities, impressive castles, walking in the National Park or simply looking for a good base for commutes, a new home in Stirlingshire has it all.