4 Bed Cottage in Castle Douglas

About this property

Tranquil mornings and peaceful afternoons are best enjoyed with loved ones in this spectacular Scottish holiday home - a welcoming retreat for families and friends gathering in the Southern Uplands. Hill walkers, mountain bikers, and golfers will be delighted by the wide range of activities available nearby, offering every opportunity to make the most of the stunning natural surroundings. Explore the Galloway Forest Park, within 10 miles, and enjoy idyllic walks around Clatteringshaws Loch (16 miles), a scenic drive along Raiders Road (17 miles), or the chance to spot an abundance of wildlife at the Red Deer Range (19 miles). Loch Ken (11.5 miles) is perfect for water sports, fishing, and peaceful walks, where you may even catch sight of red kites soaring overhead. Golf courses and a variety of amenities can be found in Castle Douglas (12.5 miles) and Dumfries (18 miles), while exceptional mountain biking awaits at Dalbeattie’s 7Stanes trails (16 miles).

A true home-from-home, this two-storey holiday property has been beautifully decorated in soft, neutral tones, complemented by warm, cosy lighting throughout. Upon arrival, step first into the ground-floor utility room, complete with laundry facilities - ideal for freshening up after a day exploring the hills. There is also a convenient cloakroom with a WC. A small step leads up into the kitchen, the lively heart of the home. This spacious dine-in kitchen features a large dining table beside a wonderful picture window, ample worktop space for preparing meals, and all the appliances you could need. From here, a small hallway leads into the lounge - a wonderfully relaxing space designed with comfort in mind. Plush sofas and armchairs are arranged around a warming wood burner and TV/DVD, creating the perfect place to unwind. The first of four bedrooms, a twin room, is also located on the ground floor. Upstairs, three further bedrooms offer peaceful spaces to rest and recharge. The largest is a king-size room featuring a beautiful ornamental fireplace and an en-suite shower room. A second spacious king-size bedroom includes a comfortable sitting area, while a further twin bedroom accommodates two additional guests. Completing this floor is a family bathroom fitted with both a separate bath and a shower cubicle.

Outside, younger guests can spend hours enjoying the tyre swing in the large enclosed lawned garden, which is furnished for memorable summer afternoons. Outdoor seating and a fire pit provide the perfect setting for relaxing evenings. An external games room, known as The Stable, is another fantastic feature, complete with sofas, a pool table, and table football. Private parking is generously provided on the gravelled driveway.

Additional information and rules

. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog

- 4 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 2 twins

- 2 bathrooms – 1 with shower, bath and WC, 1 en-suite with shower and WC, 1 additional WC

- Range cooker with double oven and 5-ring gas hob, American-style fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher

- Utility with washing machine and tumble dryer

- Cot and highchair

- TV/DVD in lounge

- cctv is in operation at this property 24 hours a day and covers the following areas: driveway, oil tank

- Please note, dogs are only permitted on the ground floor and are to be kept off the furniture

- Enclosed lawned garden with outdoor furniture and firepit

- ‘The Stable’ games room with pool, table football, sofa and games

- Secure storage for bikes

- Pub 8.5 miles, shop 9 miles

- Private water supply