Villas In Newton Stewart

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Barry - Verified booking

  Beautiful remote location if you want to unwind.

  However the cottage is very dated and in need of some modernisation and a deep clean. When we arrived there was no key in the safe as promised so after driving over 200 miles we had to phone the owner and wait for the cleaner to bring the keys. After sitting on the drive for an hour we eventually had access to the property which was cold as the heating had been switched off found several unacceptable issues including dirty bedding ( paw prints and dog hairs on pillows and bedding). Dog poo on the garden, overturned garden furniture, mucky streaks on patio doors, cobwebs hanging in lounge, sofa spring broke, black mould on shower curtain and in cupboards, drawers in wardrobe that could not be opened and conservatory furniture in desperate need of a deep clean. It would appear issues have been raised or logged by previous guests but not acted upon. First time we have ever been disappointed with a Sykes cottage holiday.

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• Diana - Verified booking

  We had a wonderful post Christmas break at Ptarmigan Cottage.

  The village of Garlieston is exceptionally beautiful, with lovely coastal paths and a cosy pub within five minutes walk of the cottage. The property has great views of the sea from both sides. We also got out to Whithorn and the Isle of Whithorn which are both worth a visit - and to Scotland's booktown Wigtown, full of second hand book shops and an excellent antique shop. Inside the cottage is immaculately fitted out, warm and stylish. There was a welcome bottle of wine awaiting us, as well as chocolates and all the store cupboard condiments you might need. Phil our host was super friendly, flexible about arrival and departure times, and instantly posted on a pair of shoes I had left behind. We can't wait to come again.

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• Steven - Verified booking

  Quaint and quirky has the Port William old school charm.

  But too many downsides to this property compared to others in village. Kitchen cluttered and no room for any food or worktop space. Living room fine for 2 or 3 people but no seating for any more as layout again cramped and cluttered. Bedrooms good but did not even unpack as very little storage. Biggest issue is living area is infested with fleas or other biting insects as all left with dozens of bites after stay. No pets allowed so hard to understand! Note left on arrival indicating kitchen drains blocked and use Mr Muscle to unblock if required! A simple cleaning out of plug filter sorted that! Perhaps overall poor cleaning regime? Cleaners at door 10am sharp ushering us out. Not a very inviting or hospitable stay.

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• Stephanie - Verified booking

  Very peaceful and comfortable cottage, and a good access point for exploring the area.

  Several lovely beaches nearby that offer spectacular views and dog friendly. The cottage has everything you need to kick-start your holiday and we arranged a shopping delivery for the day we arrived which really made settling in easy (we used Morrisons for this and had a very friendly delivery driver). Plenty of room for you to make yourself at home and garden is spacious and well kept (with some adorable cows in the field next-door). Only piece of advice for the garden if you're travelling with dogs is it's enclosed with a stone wall that does have some low height areas so just to keep a watch if you have an escape artist! But would absolutely recommend this cottage for a relaxing holiday.

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• Confirmed Guest - Verified booking

  The View is a exceptionally beautiful holiday flat, it is well equipped, the owner has thought about everything. The dishwasher leaks and needs fixing. Some room in a kitchen cupboard to put food would be helpful. Unfortunately noise from the cafe being finished downstairs on a evening spoilt the peace & quiet for us. It would have been nice to have been warned about this or even an apology from the owner. But we had banging and clattering till after 10pm on 3 of the 7 nights we stayed. Although we appreciate the work needed to be done I'm not sure the owner realised how the noise carried into the flat above.

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