Charming self-catering cottage in Kircudbright
Rural Cottage
Location: Dumfries & GallowaySleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Facilities
BBQ, Car parking, Garden, Outdoor furniture
Description
Boasting stunning, mature landscaped and woodland gardens this spacious holiday cottage attached to the owner’s house offers a peaceful retreat while remaining within easy walking distance of the town. One of the owners is an interior designer, and the stylish yet comfortable interior reflects this. Kirkcudbright, known as The Artist’s Town - the St. Ives of the North - hosts a wealth of coffee shops and art galleries and the impressive ruins of MacLellans Castle. There are many festivals throughout the year, including Scottish Nights, historic walks, a jazz festival, The Wickerman Festival and a spectacular Tattoo festival.
and there are many plant nurseries and botanical gardens.
Outside
Stunning mature, landscaped garden with pond, vegetable plot, orchard, herbaceous borders etc. Guests have access to the whole garden but have their own private area with outdoor furniture and barbecue. Parents with small children should beware of the pond!
It is a 15-20 minute walk along the bank of the River Dee into Kirkcudbright
Coast/Beach
There are good beaches within a 10-15 minute drive. The closest is The Dhoon. Others include Brighouse Bay, Ross Bay, Sandhill and Cardonness. All are excellent sandy beaches.
Golf
There are many golf courses nearby - 2 within 5 minutes drive and 8 within a 30 minute drive. Tongland has a nine hole range and driving range, Kirkcudbright has an 18 hole course.
Travel
Closest airport is Glasgow Prestwick (1 and a half hours drive).
Glasgow, Edinburgh and Newcastle are all 2 and a half hours drive from Kirkcudbright.
Distances
1 mile to Kirkcudbright centre. 8 miles to Castle Douglas.
Further details
Recommended shops for antiques, books and clothes in the area:
The Antique Shop (St. Mary Street, Kirkcudbright): lovely selection of antique, vintage and contemporary homeware
Osbornes (High Street, Kirkcudbright): interesting pieces can be found here occasionally.
Millars (Castle Street, Kirkcudbright): great selection of vintage postcards and quirky 1930s ceramics.
Designs (King Street, Castle Douglas; contemporary crafts and gallery + coffees/lunches in basement.
Home Hardware (King Street, Castle Douglas): everything for the home from paint to coffee cups and gardening supplies.
Homes and Antiques (King Street, Castle Douglas): antique and modern pieces for the home.
Country House Interiors (King Street, Castle Douglas): textiles for contemporary interiors.
Anwoth Books: (Gatehouse of Fleet; fantastic second hand bookshop at The Mill on the Fleet. Enjoy a cup of coffee or lunch by the river here too.
Pleat (St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright): lovely clothes and accessories – some great vintage clothing too.
Other useful everyday shops in the centre of Kirkcudbright
Newsagent – Thomson’s. 23 St. Cuthbert Street. 5am – 7pm
Boots, 9 St. Cuthbert Street. Open 9am – 5pm Monday-Saturday.
Post Office, Harbour Square. Open 9am – 5.30pm, Mon. – Friday, and 9am – 12.30 on Saturdays.
Bookshop: Solway Books (new and second-hand books), St. Cuthbert Street. Open 9am – 5pm, Monday-Saturday.
Supersave (everything from batteries to dog baskets), St. Cuthbert Street. Open 9am – 5pm, Monday-Saturday.
There is a larger supermarket (Tesco) in Castle Douglas.
Castle Douglas is known as “The Food Town”, and has a range of interesting food shops that sell local produce-
Health Centre
Kirkcudbright Health Centre, St. Mary’s Place. Telephone 01557 330755. Open Monday-Thursday 8am – 6pm. Friday 8am – 5pm. Outside these opening times you call the same number, and you will be directed to the NHS 24 hour service.
Availability
Seasonal rates
| Start date | End date | Weekly rate | Week night rate | Week end night | Minimum stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Dec 2011 | 03 Jan 2012 | £850 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 04 Jan 2012 | 30 Mar 2012 | £480 | n/a | n/a | 4 nights |
| 31 Mar 2012 | 13 Apr 2012 | £580 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 14 Apr 2012 | 04 May 2012 | £480 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 05 May 2012 | 01 Jun 2012 | £580 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 02 Jun 2012 | 08 Jun 2012 | £750 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 09 Jun 2012 | 29 Jun 2012 | £680 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 30 Jun 2012 | 31 Aug 2012 | £850 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 01 Sep 2012 | 26 Oct 2012 | £580 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
| 27 Oct 2012 | 21 Dec 2012 | £480 | n/a | n/a | 4 nights |
| 22 Dec 2012 | 05 Jan 2013 | £850 | n/a | n/a | 7 nights |
* prices may be subject to change at the advertisers discretion
* rates are per property
NOTE: Short breaks are possible between 4 January and 30 March and between 27 October and 21 December. Please contact us for short break prices.
Details about availability can be obtain by contacting us direct on info@glenholmecountryhouse.com or 01557 339 422
General information
| Property type | Cottage |
|---|---|
| Numer of units | single |
| Holiday theme | Activity, Away from it all, Beach Holiday, City break, Golf Holiday, Sight-seeing, Summer Holiday |
| Suitable for | Children, Elderly, Families, Couples |
Room information
| Bedrooms |
2 bedroom(s), sleeps 4 max.
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|---|---|
| Bathrooms |
2 bathroom(s)
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| Kitchen |
The recently renovated kitchen is well equipped with cooker (gas hob, electric oven) under counter fridge with small freezer compartment, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and a beautiful wooden work surface Clothes dryer, Dish washer, Freezer, Fridge, Grill, Hob, Microwave, Oven, Washing machine, Outside cooking, Utensils |
| Meals |
Advance booking required The Rookery has a fully equipped kitchen, but guests can choose to eat in the main dining room at Glenholme Country House where a three-course meal costs £30. Menus are prepared according to the likes and dislikes of our guests. |
| Dining room |
Seats 6 Antique pine dining table with 6 chairs. |
| Living room |
Seats 4 The combined living and dining room has 2 comfortable sofas set in front of an open fire (logs are provided). There is a TV with DVD player, small library of books and DVDs, DVD/CD player/radio, and lots of games. There is a farmhouse dining table with space for six - and a collection of antique washboards on the wall. DVD, CD player, Fireplace, TV, Stereo system |
On-site facilities
| Onsite facilities |
The garden is large and peaceful. Guests have their own secluded area, but can also wander wander through the vegetable garden and the orchard, sit by the pond, or sit where they choose in the formal, landscaped gardens which descend to a large shurbbery. BBQ, Car parking, Garden, Outdoor furniture 2 car parking spaces |
|---|---|
| Other facilities |
Wireless internet access, Linen and towels provided, Central heating |
| Other notes |
The cottage is attached to the main house which is at the end of a long drive. There is plenty of parking and the area is very secure. |
Local area information
| Location type |
Rural |
|---|---|
| Car required? |
recommended |
| Local leisure activities |
Cycling, Fishing, Walking, Beach |
| Nearest points of interest |
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Directions
The most important thing is to find the A75. If you are coming from England, you will probably turn off the A74(M) at Gretna Green at Junction 22. If you are coming from Scotland, you may join it at Dumfries.
Follow the A75 westwards in the direction of Stranraer until you pass Castle Douglas. 5 miles beyond Castle Douglas, turn left on to the A711, signposted towards Kirkcudbright. Pass through the village of Tongland and the main road turns left across the Tongland Bridge over the River Dee.
After a few hundred yards on your left you will see the Arden House Hotel. Immediately after the Arden House, you will see a long beech hedge and a sign welcoming you to Glenholme Country House and the Rookery.
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