Guests say
Church Cottage in Gretna is highly praised for its prime location, ideal for exploring the Solway coast and surrounding areas. Guests appreciate the friendly and informative host, George, and the property's cleanliness and well-equipped nature. The cottage's garden and parking are noted as positives, and it serves as a comfortable base for walking and cycling. While there is a mention of a damp smell and uncomfortable seating by one guest, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many looking forward to returning.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be clean and well-maintained, with only one mention of a damp smell which seems to be an isolated concern.
The location is consistently lauded for its convenience to various attractions, making it an excellent base for exploring the region.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy and well laid out. However, one guest mentioned uncomfortable seating, slightly lowering the comfort score.
Facilities are described as well-equipped and suitable for guests' needs, with secure storage for bikes and plenty of hot water. The mention of unclear key collection instructions indicates a minor issue with maintenance communication.
The host's hospitality is frequently mentioned, and a welcome basket is noted, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such personal touches, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
An ideal place to base yourself for exploring this lovely corner of south-west Scotland or indeed the fells of the Lake District.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Netflix
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Front garden with courtyard, sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Church Cottage is a delightful ground floor apartment in this lovely former church. Set back in its own courtyard, Church Cottage has been tastefully renovated retaining many original features and offers lovely accommodation for two guests. On entering the apartment the beautiful tiled floor in the dining hall is one of the many features including the original church windows.
Rigg is a quiet little village a stone’s throw away from the world famous Gretna Green. The location is ideal as it is only minutes from the main A75 and M6 so absolutely perfect for exploring the area. Gretna Green, one of the world’s most popular wedding destinations due to its romantic wedding traditions dating back to the 1700s. Possibly the most romantic village in the UK, it has become synonymous with romance and runaway couples. Marriage ceremonies are still performed over a blacksmith’s anvil and Gretna Green attracts thousands of couples from all around the world to be married each year. It is easy to overlook that there is more to this area than weddings. Ideally placed to not only explore Dumfries and Galloway it is also within easy reach of the Scottish Borders, Hadrian’s Wall, the fells of the Lake District National Park and much more. During your stay at Church Cottage you can also enjoy a day’s shopping at Gretna Green Outlet Village, and a must is a trip to the nearby Devil’s Porridge Museum where you can learn the story of how this area flourished into a hub of wartime activity.
Church Cottage can be booked along with 5 Church Square (UK32024) to accommodate up to 4 guests.
Free WiFi
Letting licence no.: DG01924F
Reviews (12)
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Confirmed Guest
Very good location for visiting solway coast, Scottish Borders, galloway, etc. George is very friendly and helpful without being intrusive
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Brian Fagan
A Fantastic location for walking or cycling. George the owner made us feel so welcome and had lots of knowledge of the area.the cottage is lovely and we had some storage for our bikes.we will definitely be back.100 per cent recommended.
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Confirmed Guest
What an absolutely wonderful stay. Thank you for all the great recommendations we visited some lovely places and really enjoyed our time away. Would definitely recommend! 10/10