Tumbling Banks, Rockcliffe
ID: S135652
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
About this property
This Visit Scotland 3 star graded cottage has a swimming pool (available May to Sept additional charge applies) & tennis court available by prior arrangement with the owners and access to the footpaths over the owner's farm (Kirkland) there is also easy access to the Forestry Commission Dalbeattie Woodlands which has attractive walks and also mountain bike trails. Dalbeattie Woodlands form part of the 7Stane Forestry Commission Mountain Biking Trails and the other trails are all within easy reach.
Dalbeattie itself is just a 10 minute drive whilst the pretty seaside village of Rockcliffe is less than 5 minutes away.
This Visit Scotland 3 star graded cottage has a swimming pool (available May to Sept additional charge applies) & tennis court available by prior arrangement with the owners and access to the footpaths over the owner's farm (Kirkland) there is also easy access to the Forestry Commission Dalbeattie Woodlands which has attractive walks and also mountain bike trails. Dalbeattie Woodlands form part of the 7Stane Forestry Commission Mountain Biking Trails and the other trails are all within easy reach.
Rockcliffe is a short walk from the cottage and has an attractive beach and further access to cliff walks or the Jubilee Path leading to the busy sailing village of Kippford. The local area has plentiful opportunities for outdoor pursuits.
Kirkland Farm is managed by Clive and Faith Sinclair with the intention of promoting wildlife and a wide diversity of flora and fauna. Surveys of the farm have been made covering: birds, flowers, Dragon Flies, and of three extant sites of archaeological interest. Copies of these surveys are placed in Tumbling Bank.
Kirkland and Torbay hills are characterised by SNH as 'Lowland Heath', and contain a rich mosaic of different habitats. There are 7 different kinds of orchids on these hills (frog, fragrant, greater butterfly, early purple, common spotted, heath spotted and northern marsh), two kinds of heather, as well as blueberries. In June, the hills are covered with bluebells.
There are six small woodland plantations on the farm, which have been stocked with native hard wood species of tree.
On the 14th of April, 8 Swallows arrive from South Africa. On the 16th of September it's time to go south again. We usually count about 35 on the way out.
On the farm, there is a vibrant population of Roe Deer, as well as badgers, foxes, voles, field mice, hares and lizards. And otters call in at certain times of the year.
The farm is host to a fold of Highland Cows, and a flock of Romney Sheep. Romney sheep are renowned for the quality of their wool and good meat.
There are horses on the farm. Oscar is the oldest.
We can provide stabling for guests with horses, and offer access to more than 30 cross country jumps, the menage, and we can advise on the hundreds of miles of near traffic free hacking all accessible from our farm. Coarse fishing (perch and pike) can be organised on the farm's waters, there is a £20 charge for a permit which entitles you to fish as much as you wish during your stay.
Kirkland Farm, Kirkland Farmhouse, and Tumbling Bank have a mains electrical supply but one which is supplemented by renewable generation units: a 5KW Wind Turbine, and Solar panels.
postcode: DG5 4QE
Tumbling Banks is let weekly Saturday to Saturday, short breaks are welcome out with school holiday periods
Damage Deposit £150
STL Licence: DG00133F
EPC:D
Accommodation for 4 over two floors: Ground floor; Large hallway; Open plan Living room/Dining room/Kitchen; Bathroom; Twin bedroom. First Floor: Twin bedroom with ensuite toilet & wash basin, accessed by an external stone stair.
Services: Electric central heating * Bed linen provided (please bring your own towels) * Electric cooker * Fridge with freezer box * Dishwasher * Microwave * Variable mobile phone reception * Wifi * TV with DVD Player and use of Netflix and Youtube * Parking for 2 family sized cars, but NOT suitable for Motorhomes* Small garden with patio, furniture and BBQ * Bicycle storage * Drying can be made available * Use of Swimming Pool &Tennis Court by prior arrangement with the owners * Coarse fishing with boat hire available by prior arrangement (details provided on booking). Sorry no pets allowed.
extras: £30 charge for use of pool. £20 charge for fishing permit
please note:
1. Twin bedroom is accessed by an external stone stair, potentially not suitable for young children. The Swimming Pool is available 1st June - 31st August subject to the air temperature being 15 degrees or above. If you wish to use the pool (for guests use only) during your stay there is a charge of £30 payable direct to the owner to help towards heating & cleaning costs. Fishing permits £20 p/p payable direct to owner
Reviews (8)
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Peter Dyson
Very comfortable cottage, friendly hosts
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Confirmed Guest
the whole cottage needs a thorough clean and furnishings very old and worn .When we arrived Mr Sinclair was just coming out of the cottage saying the TV wasn't working and he would be back. He did return a few minutes later and sat in the room trying to fix the TV. What a start to our holiday trying to unpack with a stranger sat there. The bathroom door wouldn't open properly, old rusty bin, light over mirror not working, heater in bathroom full of dust, old rusty tin of air fresher, shower screen on bath had black mould along the bottom. The kitchen had dirty cutlery trays and all utensils in them were very old. cupboard handle broken, dead beetle between the melamine plates, spider and web in a cup. No icebox in fridge so Mr Sinclair said to use the freezer where the dogs were kept in a separate outhouse which was disgracefully dirty. We were told not to shut the curtain in the hallway as the rail was broken. This meant when we left the bedroom to use the bathroom, we were on view up the lane. The single beds were very hard with child size quilts. furniture old, random old xmas decorations etc in draws which needed cleaning out. The carpets and flooring all needs changing as it is so old. there were dozens of flies every day due to the cottage facing the horse stables. We bought fly killer and were constantly spraying them. My partner honestly thought I was going to say " take me home" but because he had booked it for my Birthday I tried to make the best of it. We left 2 leg rest from our reclining sunchairs in the cottage shed by mistake, and after a call to them the day after our return, the daughter said she would get Mrs Sinclair to ring me. I have a friend in Ayr and though I could collect them when visiting my friend later in the year but I haven't had a call back and that was a week ago. I would have contacted you before now regarding how upsetting and disappointing our holiday accommodation was but I am just recovering from Covid and haven't been up to writing. On a positive note, we loved the areas of Rockcliffe and Kippford and would like to see other areas of Scotland. Baring in mind our bad experience at Tumbling Banks would the company give us some form of compensation for not only how upset we were but also for such poor accommodation as we would use Discover Scotland again but would suggest you think twice about using this accommodation to future clients in its present state. Kind regards, Susan Harwood
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Confirmed Guest
Tumbling Banks cottage was lovely. The cottage itself was basic but had everything we needed. The children loved exploring the farm and saying hello to the horses and dogs. The pool was fabulous and we also enjoyed the tennis court. We found a few nice places to eat including the Mariners in Kippford and the Kings Arms in Dalbeattie. The hosts were very friendly helpful - we would definitely return!