Doune Riggs
Set within the wonderful village of Doune, surrounded by countryside and the beautiful Doune Castle close by, this attractive development brings high quality housing into a pleasant and peaceful community. Just 10 minutes from the M9, these homes provide an excellent base for travel to both Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Outdoor activities
In addition to easy access to the surrounding countryside for walking or cycling, the nearby recreational facilities include the magnificent Doune Castle. Dating back to the 1300’s, many people will recognise it from its feature appearance on “Monty Python and the Holy Grail”. It is a fascinating place and visitors can get a real sense of a living, working castle with its labyrinth of rooms, interconnecting passageways and staircases. Alongside Doune Castle, outdoor activities are plentiful in Doune. Argaty Estate which lies just a mile north-east of Doune is home to the magnificent Red Kites and is open all year round to the hide or guided walks. Doune Ponds also provides a lovely woodlands area to enjoy leisurely strolls.
Sport and Leisure
Doune is home to the River Teith which provides excellent facilities for fishing. The river flows through delightful scenery and boasts 26 pools providing beautiful runs, streams and glides, offering wonderful fly fishing. Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park is great for all the family. With an adventure playground complete with pirate ship, giant astraglide, game reserve and boat trips to chimp island, its packed with activities perfect for a day out, located around 2 miles away. Nearby Dunblane is home to the local leisure centre which includes facilities such as swimming pool, sauna and Jacuzzi, sports hall, fitness suite and indoor climbing wall. There is also a wide choice of good golf courses within a few minutes drive of the development including Gleneagles hotel which boasts a world class golf and tennis club and equestrian services.
Entertainment
One of the highlights of the year in Doune, is the Doune Rabbit hole. A two day tea party situated just a short distance from the development in beautiful countryside surrounding Doune Castle. Diverse musical tastes are well catered for, with other features including dancing, theatre, comedy, face-painting, local ale and cider, lovely organic food and much more. It is a wonderful annual festival where you can take part in the community spirit of this delightful village. Scotland’s green city, Stirling is just under 15 minutes away with its exciting choice of shopping, history and culture, all within easy reach for days and evenings out.
Shopping
Doune is a delightful, quaint village full of history, as well as being home to a selection of high quality shops, services and eateries. Doune is around 8 miles from Stirling, an area which offers a wide selection of high street brands. Located a short distance from the development are major supermarkets including one in Dunblane and four in Stirling, alongside the numerous independent retailers which give this village its character. The Scottish Antique and Arts Centre by Doune, is a particular point of interest, offering a shopping experience which inspires and delights all tastes and budgets, offering an unrivalled selection of antiques, collectibles, gifts and homewares. The local shops such as greengrocers and local cafes intermingled with cottages makes shopping in the village picture perfect.
Transport
Doune is well served by the motorway network, making travel and commuting easy. Located off the A84, just 10 minutes from the M9, the development is only a short distance to Stirling, around 15 minutes, and under an hour to Glasgow or Edinburgh. The development is also convenient for travel to Glasgow and Edinburgh International Airports. The train station in nearby Dunblane with its park and ride facility makes it easy for commuter services.
Education
Doune has a very good primary school. Complete with seven classrooms, a fully equipped gym, an open play area for early stages education, dining hall and servery kitchen, three asphalt play areas and a 1.5 acres playing field, Doune Primary is a lovely community school. The school is also home to its own garden where children are encouraged to grow fruit, vegetables and flowers. Doune nursery is situated beyond the school garden, enjoying close links with both the primary school, playgroup and the local secondary schools, McLaren High and Dunblane High. Private education is also available at Beaconhurst School in Bridge of Allan, the Queen Victoria Boarding School in Dunblane and Dollar Academy in Dollar.
Health Care
Doune Health Centre is a full-time GP service with three doctors and a practice team comprising of practice nurses, a health visitor, district nurses and midwife. It also offers a wide range of specialist clinics. Convenient dental practices include surgeries in Dunblane and Stirling.