A Magical Wheelchair Accessible Treehouse in the Trossachs, Scotland

By now it’s no surprise that we are big fans of wheelchair accessible holiday accommodation. Discovering new and exciting places to stay and things to do on our doorstep is what we enjoy the most. And what makes it even better is when we get to do that at home in Scotland. Even if it is only thirty minutes up the road from home like this one.

But our trip to the Treehouses at Lanrick made us feel a million miles from home and was just what we needed. It was the perfect mini-getaway and we are already keen to return.

As a full-time power wheelchair user, I am often left feeling disappointed by the lack of unusual and quirky wheelchair accessible places to stay. But it wasn’t until recently that we discovered we would be able to stay in a wheelchair accessible treehouse.

Yes, an actual treehouse in the middle of a Scottish forest.

I can’t believe we have driven past this area so many times and only now just found this little haven.

Now let me tell you all about it.

Emma is sitting in her power wheelchair on a wooden ramp leading to her accessible treehouse. Emma is wearing an orange fluffy jacket, black jeans and khaki boots. Her dark hair is long and styled down. She is smiling at the camera. The beautiful wooden treehouse is behind her and is surrounded by trees.

The Treehouses at Lanrick

The Treehouses at Lanrick is a family-run business offering quirky places to stay set in the heart of the Trossachs National Park.

The Lanrick Estate near Doune, Perthshire is located just off the main road in a very quiet and secluded woodland. Apart from the birds chirping and the magnificent owls hooting at night, there is zero noise. Peace, perfect peace.

The nearest towns are Doune and Callander which are about a 15 minute drive away. Popular tourist town, Callander has shops, pubs, restaurants and plenty of takeaway options to choose from.

Stirling is less than thirty minutes away and Glasgow and Edinburgh are only an hour away. So you are never too far away from visiting some of the local attractions.

An exterior shot of the wheelchair accessible treehouse. In the distance behind the trees is another treehouse.

There are five beautiful treehouses in total and each set a good distance from one another so you don’t have to worry about being overlooked by the neighbours. The Treehouses are also named after the owners’ favourite woodland birds.

As we arrived at the Lanrick Estate, we drove deeper into the beautiful woodland, passing the rushing River Teith.

Up in the distance, we could see the tops of the cabins and we could instantly tell it was the perfect off-grid location of a romantic treehouse hideaway in Scotland.

Wheelchair Accessible Treehouse

Welcome to Pipit! This is the wheelchair accessible treehouse at Lanrick and I’m excited to share all the details with you.

But first up, can we all just appreciate how magical this treehouse looks? Allan and I both agreed that we could happily live there forever. But alas we can only dream.

Log cabin treehouse surrounded by a variety of trees including pine trees.

Emma is sitting in her power wheelchair on a wooden ramp leading to her accessible treehouse. Emma is wearing a purple jumper and black jeans and khaki boots. Her dark hair is long and styled down. Emma is sitting at the top of the ramp in the distance. The main focus is the beautiful wooden treehouse and surrounding trees.

A grey wheelchair accessible van parked at the bottom of a wooden ramp. A log shed is behind the van. Trees are all around.

Each of the treehouses is signposted, but it was easy to spot Pipit as the one with wheelchair access due to its amazing wooden walkway connecting the car parking spot to the treehouse.

It was around sunset when we arrived and as we made our way up to the treehouse we could see the smoke billowing from the chimney. It gave us the ultimate cosy vibes. Waiting to greet us was the lovely, Jules who welcomed us and gave us a tour of the treehouse.

Also waiting for us was a lovely vegan hamper of local goodies including fresh bread, muesli, a selection of fruit, teas and jams.

An exterior shot of the wheelchair accessible treehouse at Lanrick near Doune in Scotland. Its after sunset so its getting dark and the lights from inside the treehouse can be seen through the windows which gives a warm and cosy feel.

Treehouses at Lanrick vegan welcome hamper from Smiddy Farm with bananas, apples, orange, bread, muesli, jams, tea and coffee.

Lounge

There is step-free access from the outside decking through double doors into the lounge.

And as soon as we entered our cosy cabin we were welcomed by the warmth of the log burning fire. Perfect for the chilly day.

The comfortable two-seater sofa was the perfect spot for relaxing in front of the fire while enjoying the view of the trees surrounding us. We even saw a red squirrel for the first time and lots of beautiful birds.

Cosy lounge in the treehouse featuring a cream two-seater sofa, armchair, coffee table and log burner. The patio doors look out to the terrace and forest.

We truly enjoyed the opportunity to switch off and spend time together. And we especially loved that the Treehouses don’t have a TV or Wi-Fi.

The owners Louisa and Simon have decorated the cabins beautifully providing the best escape to nature with luxury off-grid comfort and with sustainability in mind. Adding little touches for extra comfort from blankets, hot water bottles and bathrobes.

Interior shot of the open plan lounge and kitchen.

Each of the treehouses is made in a sustainable way using timber grown on the property in order to lower the carbon footprint. As well as upcycled furniture, hand-crafted tables, copper pipe curtain poles and air source heating. Making it an ideal eco-friendly holiday.

Kitchen / Dining

The open-plan kitchen was equipped with everything we needed including a microwave combination oven, electric hob and fridge/freezer. There was also a kettle, cutlery, dinnerware, pots and pans and cleaning products.

Tea and coffee facilities were also provided as well as an electric BBQ. Plus everyone’s best friend…a big bottle of hand sanitiser.

A contemporary grey kitchen in the wheelchair accessible treehouse. A dining table with four chairs are sat at the table.

We bought groceries from a local supermarket and enjoyed two lovely cooked dinners during our stay.

One of my favourite things about the contemporary kitchen was the dining table. This a strange thing to comment on, but usually I struggle to access tables due to being too low/high or there being a bar underneath restricting access.

Interior shot of the open plan lounge and kitchen with large dining table. The decor is very cosy and modern. There is also a long tree trunk coming through the floor up through the ceiling.

However, the dining table in this treehouse was wheelchair accessible and a good height for me. I was able to support my arms on it to enable me to comfortably eat.

Emma is wearing a yellow, cream and black striped jumper, khaki trousers and black converse shoes. She is smiling at the camera and her long dark hair is down. She has one hand resting on the armchair she is sitting next to in her wheelchair. Behind her is the kitchen and dining table.

Bedroom

And now for the cosy bedroom with a super king-size bed and forest views. What’s not to love?

Yes, wake up to the sounds and sights of nature from the comfort of the bed. Simply draw back the curtains and look out the French patio doors that lead directly onto the outdoor terrace.

The bed height is 23 inches with a small clearance gap underneath of 2 inches. However, the bed was on wheels so could be risen with blocks if a portable hoist was required.

A section of the king size bed is shown but the main focus is the patio doors with a view out to the terrace.

The bedside tables made from logs added to the rustic treehouse vibe that we loved. The bedroom also featured space next to the bed for wheelchair transfers, a chest of drawers and a coat stand.

A view from the head of the bed looking down to the foot of the bed. The bed has a cosy furry blanket draped across the bed. A coat stand is in the corner of the room. A mirror and chest of drawers are also in view.

A wide hallway in the treehouse. The walls are white wood and at the bottom of the hallway is the bedroom. The bedroom door is open and the log bedside table can be seen.

Sofabed

The treehouse only has one bedroom, which was ideal for the two of us. But if you have kids or up to two adults with you, then there is the option of them sleeping on the sofabed.

Just let the owners know when booking your stay and they will set it up and provide extra bedding. The sofabed costs £80.

Wetroom

A wheelchair accessible treehouse wouldn’t be complete without a wetroom with a roll-in shower. And that is exactly what you’ll find inside Pipit at The Treehouses at Lanrick.

We both love the contemporary design of the wetroom and its minimalist monochrome features. It’s bright, clean and super sleek.

The toilet, sink and shower were all positioned on the same wall, leaving the wall opposite free apart from a shelf and towel rail.

A modern wetroom bathroom with white wall tiles, grey floor tiles and black fittings.

As you enter the wetroom the toilet is immediately on your right. Matte black grab bars, one fixed and one pull-down are on each side of the toilet. The height of the toilet from the floor to the seat is 20 inches.

The sink is next to the toilet and there is space underneath to roll under. To get a little closer to the sink I swung away my footplates out to the side.

The mirror above the sink was positioned too high for me to see, so I used my own travel mirror.

The roll-in shower was a good size to accommodate a portable shower chair commode if you bring your own. If not, there is a wall-mounted shower seat (height: 19 inches) that folds down with a grab rail fixed to the wall to one side below the shower controls.

However, it would be good to have a grab bar on the other side for support. A shelf in the shower for laying out toiletries would be helpful too. There is a full-length shower curtain and a lovely overhead rain shower and a handheld showerhead unit.

Outdoor Bathtub

The outdoor bath has the wow factor and will be a highlight of the trip for many people. It really is beautiful and completely private.

Aluminum outdoor bath on a wooden deck floor. A bamboo privacy shield is surrounding the bath area. Trees from the forest are peeking up over the bamboo shield.

Allan was determined to get me in the bath, but it is difficult for me to access baths. All I wanted was for him to lean back and relax. We happily chatted and listened to music together while Allan soaked in the tub and I worked on my cross stitch.

Allan is lying in the aluminum outdoor bath at night. His tattooed arm is draped over the edge of the bath. A white robe is hanging on a hook next to him. Allan has dark curly hair. He is not looking at the camera. A bamboo privacy shield is surrounding the bath area.

Private Outdoor Terrace with Forest View

All the Treehouses at Lanrick have private outdoor terrace areas. And our wheelchair accessible treehouse was no exception.

Nestled amongst the trees, the spacious terrace was absolutely amazing. There was so much space to move around in my wheelchair with forest views all around. I can’t put into words how magical it was.

Emma, a power wheelchair user is driving around the outdoor terrace. The sky is dusty blue and pink as the sun sets. Emma is looking away from the camera. A tall pine tree is growing through the terrace floor and towers over Emma.

There was even a large Pine tree growing through the wooden decking floor, providing partial overhead shade. Beautiful!

Emma is sitting in her power wheelchair on the outdoor terrace. She is sitting next to a tall pine tree growing through the terrace floor. Emma is looking up at the tree and smiling. She is wearing a yellow, cream and black stripe jumper, khaki trousers and black converse shoes.

Emma and Allan from the waist up. They are both smiling at the camera. Allan has his arm draped over Emma's shoulder. Emma is wearing a yellow, cream and black stripe jumper. Allan is wearing a dark grey hoodie and black puffer jacket. They are outside on the terrace. Trees are behind them.

Emma, a power wheelchair user is driving around the outdoor terrace. Emma is looking away from the camera into the forest. Next to Emma is a four seater patio table. A tall pine tree is growing through the terrace floor and towers over Emma.

In the summer I can imagine myself spending most of the day on the terrace relaxing with a book or painting in the sun. Afterwards, fire up the BBQ and enjoy great food. Perfection!

Breakfast Alfresco

We enjoyed eating breakfast outside at the table while looking out for red squirrels. When it got a little chilly we finished eating inside and warmed up by the toasty fire. It was nice to enjoy the mornings slowly and really appreciate our surroundings.

Emma and Allan are both sitting at the table on the outdoor terrace. They are both looking down and smiling at their delicious breakfast. Behind then is the cosy timber treehouse at Lanrick. Allan and Emma both have dark hair. Emma is wearing a purple jumper and Allan is wearing a dark grey zip-up hoodie.

A close up shot looking down on a kitchen table. Its cropped in to show a bowl of muesli and strawberries, a plate with a croissant, a small jam jar with the lid off. A message on the lid reads "Savour the moment" and a mug of tea and glass of orange juice.

An outdoor table on the accessible terrace at Treehouses at Lanrick, Scotland. The table has breakfast laid out on it. The terrace appears as if its right in the middle of the forest, which it is. Trees are all around.

I spent the afternoon painting with my watercolours after being inspired by the scenery from our treehouse. Watercolour painting is a fairly new hobby I’ve picked up so it was good to practice during our stay with the most beautiful scenery.

A side view of Emma sitting next to the patio door. She is wearing a purple jumper and is holding a paint brush. She is working on a watercolour painting of the trees she can see from inside the treehouse.

Parking

We parked our wheelchair accessible vehicle in the dedicated parking spot which is gravel stones. Although my power wheelchair managed to cross the stones to the wooden bridge, it may be difficult for manual wheelchair users or people with walking mobility aids. The owners have taken my feedback on board and are planning on making this accessible.

Emma, a power wheelchair user is sitting on the wheelchair ramp leading up to the accessible treehouse at Lanrick. The y are in the forest and surrounded by trees. At the bottom of the ramp is a gravel stone area. Emma's wheelchair accessible vehicle is parked on the stones.

What to Do at The Treehouses at Lanrick

Glamping is all about switching off, relaxing and spending quality time together. But if you’re keen to explore the area, then I have some recommendations of things to do while staying at The Treehouses at Lanrick.

Local walks

If you’re keen to explore but don’t want to venture too far from your Treehouse, don’t worry! There are some lovely riverside and woodland walks with picnic spots on site.

Some of the walking trails may be more difficult to manage for wheelchair users. But the staff are happy to advise of the best routes.

Five minutes away is The Trossachs National Park with breathtaking scenery and activities.

Also, a five-minute drive from the Treehouses is Doune Ponds. This local nature reserve is a lovely wheelchair accessible walk that I recommend visiting.

Although we didn’t go to Doune Ponds during our stay at Lanrick, we did enjoy a beautiful afternoon late last summer exploring the woodland walks and watching the wildlife from the wooden deck overlooking the entire Doune Pond.

Read more: Doune Ponds | Wheelchair Accessible Walk in Doune, Perthshire

Emma sitting on the raised platform above the large pond. The pond is surrounded by trees. — Emma at Doune Ponds

Local attractions

The Treehouses at Lanrick are perfectly situated for enjoying fun days out with all the family. Here are a few suggestions:

Blair Drummond Safari Park
Briarlands Farm
Smiddy Farm Shop
Doune Castle (Temporarily closed)
Stirling Castle
The Wallace Monument (restricted access in areas)
Bannockburn Battlefield

The Treehouses at Lanrick: Watch Our Travel Vlog

We also enjoyed bringing you along on our treehouse stay and have put together a travel vlog showing you around the beautiful treehouse and what we did during the two-night stay. Please check it out below.

The Treehouses at Lanrick – Final thoughts

The cosy wheelchair accessible treehouse at Lanrick is a wonderful place for your next staycation in Scotland. It was the perfect romantic hideaway. We had everything we needed and loved being in nature to recharge and refresh.

We loved that it was just the two of us. And with us still shielding to an extent, it gave us peace of mind that we weren’t going to be in contact with others, but we were still able to enjoy time away from home.

So if you are thinking of escaping to nature and staying in the forest, I can recommend The Treehouses at Lanrick as a wheelchair accessible holiday accommodation in Scotland. Definitely check them out if you feel this treehouse meets your accessibility needs. I also recommend getting in touch with the team to discuss accessibility if you have any questions before booking your stay.

I’m delighted that the owners of The Treehouses at Lanrick have taken my feedback regarding the car parking bay, bathroom grab rails, mirror etc and going to implement solutions to improve accessibility. Wonderful.

Emma and Allan from the waist up. They are both smiling at the camera. Emma is wearing an orange fluffy jacket, black jeans and khaki boots. Her dark hair is long and styled down. She is smiling at the camera. Allan is wearing a dark grey hoodie and black puffer jacket. They are outside. Behind them is the wheelchair accessible treehouse at Lanrick.

My stay at The Treehouses at Lanrick was a press invite. As always, all opinions are my own and 100% honest.

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February 27, 2022
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Nina | Lemons and Luggage says:

27th February 2022 at 2:39 pm

Wooww, what a magical place!! I’m seriously considering staying there if I travel to Scotland this year.

1. Simply Emma says:
  
  12th March 2022 at 1:13 pm
  
  Oh, Nina you should absolutely stay here if you get the chance. It’s beautiful and I think you would love it. So so pretty and peaceful.
  
Ayumi Horsfall says:

16th September 2022 at 8:44 am

Hi, Emma.
This is absolutely my dream place to visit with my husband who is a full time wheelchair user. Well done, you found this place. I am very new to your website. I am hoping that we can explore our unlimited potential like you two, as we are very new to do so.

1. Simply Emma says:
  
  15th August 2023 at 3:10 pm
  
  Hi Ayumi. Even though we have spoken via email since you left this comment, and I know you have since both now enjoyed a magical stay in this treehouse, I just wanted to say how pleased I am that you found this blog post helpful and that it inspired you to book a stay here too.

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