Guests say
The Quiet cottage in Newton Stewart is consistently praised for its peaceful and tranquil setting, offering a spacious and well-equipped retreat. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, comfort, and the thoughtful touches provided by the welcoming host. It serves as an excellent base for exploring Galloway, with many finding it a homely and relaxing place to unwind, including their pets.
Guests frequently commend the cottage for its excellent cleanliness, describing it as very clean and well-presented, contributing to a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.
The cottage is celebrated for its quiet rural setting, offering a peaceful retreat and serving as a central base for exploring the local area, although some mention of pot holes suggests minor accessibility concerns.
Reviewers consistently note the cottage's comfort, mentioning its spaciousness, cosiness, and homely feel, which contribute to a relaxing and unwinding experience.
The property is well-equipped according to guests, with all modern conveniences and a well-equipped kitchen. However, the mention of pot holes indicates some attention to maintenance may be needed.
The host's approachability and the provision of a welcome pack are appreciated, indicating thoughtfulness. While gifts are mentioned, it is important to note that such personal touches, while delightful, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Situated in peaceful countryside, an ideal holiday base for couples to explore the Machars Peninsula with rugged coastline and sandy beaches.. Located in peaceful countryside and surrounded by the rolling Galloway Hills, these two adjoining byre holiday conversions provide an ideal base from which to explore this quiet Machars Peninsula with its rugged coastline and sandy beaches. Beautifully converted and furnished, they are set on an organic sheep and beef farm accessed by a well-maintained farm road and provide an ideal place to relax and unwind. On the farm, the owner milks 130 organic dairy cows and make cheese from some of the milk. They also buy in sheep and goats milk to produce a range of Cairnsmore and Millairies cheese which are available to try in the farmshop. Home to some of the most beautiful and exotic gardens, the area benefits from a temperate climate due to the gulf stream, and is a paradise for nature lovers and birdwatchers. With the beautiful Galloway Forest Park and seven stanes close by, this is a popular area for walkers and cyclists of all abilities. Sea, river and loch fishing available in the surrounding area with sailing, watersports and golf in abundance. Wigtown, Scotland’s national book town and Whithorn’s historic dig and priory all nearby, while Newton Stewart has a good range of shops, pubs, eateries, cinema and swimming pool. There are also good tennis courts and an 18-hole golf course. Shop 1 mile, pub 3 miles.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, DVD Player, DVDs, Electric Woodburner, French Doors To Kitchen/Diner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot available on request. Courtyard with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children over 12 months old. There is a fenced stream in the courtyard.. Electric woodburner included, electricity, full oil central heating, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included, TV, DVD (small library), microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, Freezer, Courtyard and furniture, Parking (2 cars), Cycle store. No smoking, NB: Fenced stream in courtyard
Free WiFi
This property is situated on a working farm therefore pets must be kept on a lead and children must be supervised at all times.
One large dog or 2 small dogs allowed.
No children except babies in arms.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (12)
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Frank Paver
Excellent; lovely quiet location. Some pot holes could do with some attention.
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Lorraine Dodds
Quiet was a beautiful cottage to stay at. It was well equipped a real home from home it was comfortable and clean . Situated in a beautiful location and it was a cottage you could easily unwinding in.It was a great base for travelling around the beautiful area of Galloway. Helen Brown the owner was such a lovely approachable person. Nothing was a problem and she was always there to answer any questions. We will certainly be back to the cottage and tell our friends and family about the cottage.
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Confirmed Guest
lovely spacious cottage so plenty of room for all