Guests say
Ramerish Retreat receives glowing praise for its tranquil, rural setting and beautifully maintained, well-equipped cottage. Guests consistently highlight the peaceful atmosphere, ideal for relaxation and dog-friendly walks, as well as the high standard of cleanliness and comfort. The property is described as spacious, modern, and thoughtfully designed, with excellent amenities and a secure outdoor area. Visitors appreciate the attention to detail and the warm, welcoming hosts. The location offers easy access to local attractions, forests, and the coast, making it perfect for those seeking a quiet escape surrounded by nature.
Multiple reviews specifically mention the property being extremely clean, sparkling clean, and well maintained throughout, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is repeatedly described as tranquil, peaceful, and beautiful, ideal for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle. Its rural setting is praised, though a car is noted as essential. Proximity to walks, forests, and the coast is highlighted positively.
Guests consistently mention the cottage as very comfortable, with large beds, cosy living spaces, and a relaxing atmosphere. The property is also noted as being suitable for those with mobility needs.
The cottage is described as extremely well equipped, with high-quality appliances, a games room, dog shower, and thoughtful extras such as a welcome pack. The secure garden and outdoor spaces are also praised.
Several guests mention thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack with milk, cheese, and bread, as well as helpful hosts and detailed information. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Whether you wish to visit the coast or explore the surrounding area on foot, this former stables makes an excellent holiday base.. This fantastic conversion, formerly a stable block, is situated in a peaceful location in the heart of the Galloway Dark Sky Park, recognised as one of the twelve best stargazing sites in the world, and the first Dark Sky Park in the UK. Galloway Forest Park is Britain’s largest park, with 300 square miles of wild beauty waiting to be explored. The park boasts tranquil valleys, rugged rock faces, forest, moorland, lochs and ancient woodland as well as a huge diversity of wildlife, including red and roe deer, wild goats and many birds of prey. The park has also been awarded the status of only one of four Dark Sky Parks in the western world, and when the sun sets, enthusiasts come to wonder at the universe revealed above.
A fantastic retreat no matter where your interests lie. Walking direct from the door is a delight with many forest paths and walks to explore. Cycling on the quiet roads is a very popular pastime, and fly fishing is available on Lochanbreck Loch for rainbow trout, with day permits available, and pike fishing on nearby Loch Ken.
The mini observatory in the garden offers an opportunity to observe the birds at the feeders with, bird identifier books on hand, and red kites can be seen soaring above. Its location in the Dark Sky Park gives the most amazing skies so sit back and star gaze, and identify the stars from the charts. For dog walkers there is a superb dog cleaning area, with heated shower, shampoo, dog treats and towels, so after a day tramping the hills it is so easy to clean your pampered pooches before they curl up in front of the cosy wood burner. There are luxury holistic treatments available (by appointment only and booking separate, contact the owner direct), including relaxing massage, facials, Indian Head Massage and Reiki.
Nearby Loch Ken has a fantastic water sports and an adventure park where you can try your hand at canoeing, sailing, wind surfing, SUP and water skiing. The centre also offers archery, a climbing wall and zip wire.
The towns of Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas, known as the ’food town’, and Kirkcudbright, the ’artists town’, are all within a short drive. Gatehouse of Fleet offers a range of places to eat and drink, and there are many attractions in and around the town including the Mill on the Fleet Visitor Centre, Cardoness Castle and the popular Laggan Outdoor Activity Centre, which is host to one of Europe’s longest zip wires. Kirkcudbright attracts visitors throughout the year who are drawn by its pretty working harbour, as well as its historic high street and the diverse range of annual events and attractions. The popular programme of summer festivities culminates with the spectacular ’Tattoo’, an event not to be missed. Beach 13 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 6 miles. Beach 13 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 6 miles..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 39" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV
Wet Room: Shower, Bath, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Large, enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Bike store. Electric vehicle charging point. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring.
Free WiFi
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (18)
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Confirmed Guest
A very well equipped and comfortable cottage in a very peaceful setting. Lots to in the local area. A very dog friendly cottage with walks from the door and a safe and secure area for them to roam about.
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Confirmed Guest
We had a great week at Ramerish Retreat. There are good walks straight from the door of the cottage, although many end with a walk up the road back to the cottage as some of the paths within the forest are no longer passable due to fallen trees etc. the cottage is well equipped and very comfortable. The welcome tray which included milk, cheese and bread were a very nice touch. I would recommend a visit to Wigtown to see the many bookshops ( especially the well read bookshop) as well as visiting the church where the graves of the Wigtown martyrs are, and a walk to the memorial.
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Susan LEATHERS
We loved this place it was everything we wanted and more suited us perfectly. Really sparkling clean , incredibly well equiped , huge comfortable beds ! and a lovelyb welcome pack ,The owners are great 💥2 of us and a little dog shared the house for a week the dog loved the properly enclosed garden and we all enjoyed the forest walks , This house is in a fairly isolated position , just 1 other property down the road , Laurieston is a tiny village with a cafe and an art gallery nice Gatehouse- of - fleet nearest small town great cafe , a little shop and lovely walks We love peace and quiet so , if you're like us you'll love this hardly any traffic 👍😃💜