Guests say
Little Boreland is a charming, well-equipped cottage set in beautiful, secluded grounds teeming with wildlife, including red squirrels and deer. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, spacious gardens, and proximity to Gatehouse of Fleet and local attractions. The property is ideal for families and nature lovers, offering peaceful surroundings and plenty of outdoor activities. Visitors appreciate the attentive host and the cottage’s homely feel. Minor suggestions include improved mattresses, more pegs, and a tumble dryer, but overall, guests thoroughly enjoy their stays and often return.
Multiple reviews mention the cottage being spotless and very clean on arrival, with no negative comments about cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful grounds, abundant wildlife, and easy walking access to Gatehouse of Fleet and local attractions.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and homely. A few minor suggestions were made regarding mattresses and the warmth of upstairs rooms during hot weather.
The cottage is described as well-equipped, with everything needed for cooking, maps, local information, and plenty of logs for fires. Suggestions for improvement include a tumble dryer and more pegs.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as prosecco on arrival and a history book, but as gifts are not guaranteed, future guests should not expect them. The owner is noted as attentive and helpful.
About this property
A late 18th century former farmhouse located close to the coast, set within large gardens and woodland with hill walks from the door..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, DVD Player, DAB Radio, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed, (Also Accessed Via Bedroom 2)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Bike store. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced pond and stream, 20 yards away. Couples, family bookings and holidaymakers only.. A late 18th century former farmhouse located close to the coast. Spectacular setting for wildlife, this cottage is a gem, with its own tranquil gardens and woodland on a hillside near Cardoness Castle, with walks directly from the door. Little Boreland, is full of character and is an ideal holiday retreat for all ages from which to explore the beautiful, unspoilt Fleet Valley National Scenic Area. It is within a short stroll, 1/2 a mile, of the conservation town of Gatehouse of Fleet, with shops, cafés, restaurants, local arts and crafts, and the Mill on the Fleet Visitor Centre.
In 1951, Glencairn Balfour Paul saw the house from the road and fell in love with it. His brother Ian, a keen bird watcher and elder of the Kirk, lived there for twenty years from 1990, following which other family members now maintain the house and its grounds through holiday lets. It has caught the eye of many passing artists who have depicted the house and adjoining wood, including early 20th-century local artists such as A R Sturrock and A M Hotchkis. The Balfour Pauls found Little Boreland just magical.
There are sandy beaches and rocky coves along the coast while the hillier countryside is good for walking. Nearby the Galloway Forest Park, known for its starlit dark skies, has excellent cycle paths. There is so much to see and do with castles, prehistoric sites and specialist gardens, thanks to Galloway’s mild climate. Activities for children include Cocobean at Tywnholm, Loch Ken Activity Centre, Red Kites feeding station at Laurieston. There are ample opportunities for fishing, horse riding and golf. Nearby are many attractive towns including Kirkcudbright, the artists’ town, offering boat trips and art and craft shops; Castle Douglas, Scotland’s food town with many specialist shops and nearby Threave Castle and Gardens; Wigtown, Scotland’s national book town, and Creetown featuring the Gem Rock Museum.
Please note: There are steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Tuesday start for Xmas and/or New Year
The four beds in the attic rooms are more suitable for children but are also fine for adults.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
There is open water in the property grounds.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
EPC Rating = F
Reviews (20)
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Yvonne M
A unique cottage which felt more like visiting a well loved family home. Well provisioned and extremely cosy. Spectacular setting which was private and spacious outdoors but within walking distance of the town and its many pubs and cafes. Excellent communications with Ann the owner. Highly recommended.
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Christine
A lovely, comfortable house is super grounds. The chairs in the porch were a brilliant spot to watch the all birds at the feeders. We enjoyed exploring the local area, particularly into the Galloway Forest Park. In the village the Mill on the Fleet was well worth a visit. We hope to return some day.
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Philippa Robson
Had an amazing time at this fabulous house - the pictures didn’t do it justice - it was ideal! Everything we could have possibly needed was there. Can’t wait to go back again. An ideal base to explore the beautiful surrounding area.