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Cosy Cottage in Picturesque Rural Location Near Sea, Garden, Burn, Red Squirrels

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A white cottage with a sloped roof, surrounded by a lush garden with various flowering plants and a well-maintained lawn.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and various kitchen utensils.
A traditional living room with floral-patterned furniture, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.
A white cottage with a stone roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a small garden.
A quaint white cottage with a blue door, surrounded by a lush garden with various flowering plants and a small pond with lily pads.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Gatehouse of Fleet, Scotland
  • Place, Cardoness Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mill on the Fleet
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Laggan Outdoor
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Castle Douglas

Located in Castle Douglas, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Cardoness Castle and Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at 7stanes - Kirroughtree and Newton Stewart Golf Club. Cally Gardens and Laggan Outdoor are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Gatehouse of Fleet, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Cardoness Castle - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mill on the Fleet - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Laggan Outdoor - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Cally Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mossyard Beach - 10 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Masonic Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cream O'Galloway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gather - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Borgue Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Surfside - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Cottage in Picturesque Rural Location Near Sea, Garden, Burn, Red Squirrels pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cosy Cottage in Picturesque Rural Location Near Sea, Garden, Burn, Red Squirrels?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy Cottage in Picturesque Rural Location Near Sea, Garden, Burn, Red Squirrels?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Cottage in Picturesque Rural Location Near Sea, Garden, Burn, Red Squirrels?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cosy Cottage in Picturesque Rural Location Near Sea, Garden, Burn, Red Squirrels located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mill on the Fleet, Cardoness Castle and Cally Gardens. Mossyard Beach and Laggan Outdoor are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Lovely stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thanks Karen, I’m pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a gem!

Lovely quaint cottage with all you need for a cosy retreat. Within easy reach of great walks and interesting places to explore. Wonderful host, too!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec 2023
Thank you for your kind comments. It was a pleasure to host you and we would be delighted to welcome you and Claire back to Clachan Cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Agata

We had a great time in this wee, cosy cottage. Cottage itself full of beautiful decor, very clean. Great stay, really. OK, the weather wasn't that good all week. For sure will come back summer time!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2024
Thank you for your kind comments and sorry the weather was so unkind to you. It will be lovely to welcome you back and hopefully the weather will be good so you can see the beautiful area at its best and enjoy walks and outside activities. Lesley.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Peace

Our stay at Clachan Cottage Anwoth was perfect. The cottage is ideal for 2, is well equipped and furnished and comfortable.The bonus is the beautiful garden shared with the numerous birds that visited the bird table ,including to our delight colourful woodpeckers! Lesley gave us a warm welcome and was very helpful.We appreciated the peace, the walks in lovely countryside, and coastline.The nearby towns of Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas, and Kircudbright all have something to offer of interest as well as satisfying all our shopping needs.An excellent stay and we hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2022
Thank you for your kind comments. It was a pleasure to meet you and David and I’m pleased you enjoyed your stay. It would be lovely to welcome you back again sometime.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Parking

Unfortunately parking was an issue as there was no designated parking at the property it was across the lane on a gravel/grassy area which was an access route to the local farmer. It is a lovely little character property but would benefit from some modernisation without taking away the character. For the price we paid felt it was not value for money..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2021
Thank you for submitting your review. I am sorry to hear your issues regarding the parking. When you were not happy to leave your 2004 model Porsche on the parking area just a lawns length from the cottage I allowed you to park it on the front lawn next to the cottage which I thought you were happy with. For the benefit of future prospective guests who might read the review I would like to point out that in 41 years of renting the cottage as a holiday cottage no one has once complained about the parking. It is as stated on a short grassy/gravel area a few yards from the cottage and two cars can park alongside each other and still allow room for the occasional access to the farmer’s field. Regarding the price. I am sorry you did not think it was value for money but because you chose to book through VRBO you paid £114.80 over the price guests who book direct with me. Our weekly price for October half term is £470 and our nightly price for 4 nights is 80% of the weekly rate i.e. £376. I believe you paid £490.80 to VRBO for the privilege of doing so.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Saty

Nice property in a nice location.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2021
Thank you for your review. I’m pleased you enjoyed the cottage and exploring our beautiful area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming hosts

Cosy cottage, lovely walking area, restful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2021
Thanks Gina, pleased you had a good holiday and look forward to your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a wonderful cottage in a great location

Clachan cottage is absolutely charming with a beautiful garden that extends way back and has all sorts of nooks and crannies. the cottage was very comfortable and had all you could need including a great view of the birds feeding at the bird table. Lesley was very helpful and the vase of flowers from the garden was a lovely touch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
Thank you for your comments Anthea. It was a pleasure to have you and Pete stay in the cottage and I am pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An immaculate cottage getaway.

A friendly welcome from Lesley. Such a pretty cottage and amazing garden with ponds and fish. Lots of space inside and we made the most of the sun room watching the birds and red squirrel. So much to do in the area.........many castles and gardens. Castle Kennedy Gardens and Logan Botanic Gardens were highlights. Many sandy beaches close too. A little gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2021
Thanks for your comments Michelle. It was a pleasure to meet you and James. Pleased you enjoyed staying in the cottage and exploring this lovely area. Thank you for leaving the cottage very clean and tidy and look forward to seeing you again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clachan Cottage, a tranquil haven

A pretty little cottage with a stunning garden and perfect silence. Set in a tiny hamlet if you want to be away from everything this is the place. Equipped with everything and a lovely wood burning stove for cooler evenings. The perfect getaway.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2020
Thank you for your kind review Julie and pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay despite the unsettled weather which put a slight dampener on some of your walks. It was a pleasure to have you, Eddie and Ted stay in Clachan Cottage and I have no hesitation in recommending you to other hosts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time in Galloway

Really enjoyed our week at this lovely cottage with the most amazing garden. Lesley and Bill were very helpful and recommended places to visit. A very peaceful location , weather good and plenty of local walks with the dog. Nice pubs in Gatehouse with good food and reasonably priced. Would certainly return . Cath and Gordon and Cassie the Dog
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments and pleased you enjoyed your stay. Hope Cassie is fit enough to allow you to return at some future date. Thank you for leaving the cottage clean and tidy and hope to see you all again. Bill and Lesley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful location, in stunning surroundings

This beautiful cottage exceeded all of our expectations. Lesley and Bill, the owners, made sure we had everything we needed. It was peaceful, quiet and totally relaxing. The garden was so beautiful; there was so much wildlife, with red squirrels as well as many different types of birds, Such a well kept garden and surroundings, we will definitely be going back 😊
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments. It was a pleasure to meet you and Scott and to have you as guests in the cottage. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your next visit. Thank you for leaving everything spotlessly clean and tidy. Bill and Lesley
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kom tot rust en geniet van een heerlijke tuin

Een kleine gezellige woning, mooie grote tuin met veel bloemen en veel soorten vogels die in het vogelhuisje komen fourageren!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A delightful country cottage in an amazing setting

This is a hidden gem of a holiday cottage. The setting is beautiful and the lovely cottage has everything you need with the added bonus of an amazing garden and doorstep wildlife! Lesley and Bill were the perfect hosts and we were made to feel truly at home. The village of Gatehouse is perfect for holiday makers who like peaceful towns and is nestled in beautiful countryside. There are handy shops and good places to eat. Easy to access the whole of Dumfries and Galloway from this area. This cottage is a must for anyone who loves the countryside, coast, gardens, peace and quiet, dark skies and nature!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments - it was a pleasure to meet you and Ray and hope to see you again sometime in the future. We endorse your comments regarding the area and that is why once having discovered Dumfries and Galloway visitors return again and again and why we are still here after 37 years!
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