Luxury Cottage in a Scottish Coastal location with view over rolling countryside

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A garden with a gravel path, various shrubs, and a stone structure.
A large, two-story house with a prominent front entrance, a driveway, and a well-maintained lawn.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view, a bedside table with a lamp, and a picture on the wall.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, chairs, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 84 bedrooms5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Stranraer, SCT
  • Place, beach near Morroch Bay
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunskey Garden
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Stranraer Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 2

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Cottage in a Scottish Coastal location with view over rolling countryside

Knockinaaam House is situated in its own grounds extending to 3 acres, with no near neighbours. It offers stylish self catering accommodation for 8 people in 4 bedrooms. It is located on the leeward side of woodland, with views over open farmland and the Irish Sea in the distance(which is approx 1 mile away). The picturesque fishing village of Portpatrick, with its traditional harbour and small sandy beach, has many quality restaurants, pubs and gift shops only a 5 mile drive away. Other activities to be found in Portpatrick include boat trips for fishing and sightseeing, putting, bowling, golf and walking. Knockinaam House is an ideal base for the golfing enthusiast with 3 golf courses within a 10 minute drive, namely - Dunskey, Craichmore and County - there is also Turnberry at under 1 hours drive. For keen walkers there are extensive footpaths including the Southern Upland Way, which commences in the village of Portpatrick and the Galloway Coastal path from Stranraer to Mull of Galloway. Knockinaam House Holiday Cottage is located in the Rhins of Galloway, a peninsula which has a varying and enchanting range of coastal features from sandy beaches on the East coast, such as Sandhead - 7 miles of unbroken sand, to a variety of cliffs, rocks and sandy coves on the West including the secluded sandy beach at Killantringan. You will be spoilt for choice with the wide variety of beaches in the area. The climate here is warmed by the Gulf Stream and the area is home to many renowned Gardens - Logan Botanic, Logan House, Ardwell, Castle Kennedy, Glenwhan and Dunskey are all within a 10 minute drive from Knockinaam Farm. For the more adventurous there is Threave and Culzean Castle within 1 hours drive from your holiday house. Other attractions include: Cream of Galloway Ice cream & adventure park and near. Gatehouse of Fleet. 7Stanes Mountain Biking in the Galloway Forest park. Cocoa Bean chocolate Factory in Twynholm. Ryan Centre swimming pool in Stranraer. Glenluce Abbey. St Ninians Cave near Whithorn,
Knockinaam House provides an ideal base for a self catering holiday in the Portpatrick area.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number DG00286F
Property # 8155639
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Stranraer

Located in Stranraer, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Castle of St John and Ardwell Gardens are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Dunskey Garden and Gkenwhan Gardens. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Stranraer, SCT

What's nearby

  • beach near Morroch Bay - 8 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Dunskey Garden - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Stranraer Museum - 16 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Castle of St John - 16 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Mull of Galloway Trail - North - 17 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 18 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grapes - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪D'nisi Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The lighthouse bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Cottage in a Scottish Coastal location with view over rolling countryside pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Cottage in a Scottish Coastal location with view over rolling countryside?

As of 21 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Cottage in a Scottish Coastal location with view over rolling countryside on 4 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,778, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Luxury Cottage in a Scottish Coastal location with view over rolling countryside?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Cottage in a Scottish Coastal location with view over rolling countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Cottage in a Scottish Coastal location with view over rolling countryside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Cottage in a Scottish Coastal location with view over rolling countryside located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dunskey Garden, Ringdoo Sands and Stranraer Museum. Castle of St John and Agnew Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Elspeth Little

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Hugh & Elspeth Little run the holiday houses along with their 2 children Tara(25) and Alec(24). We have 5 in total. Auld Schoolhouse, Beach Cottage and No.7 in Sandhead, Helensdale near Drummore and Knockinaam House, near Portpatrick. We are also Farmers and all 4 of us also work on the farm

Why they chose this property

We loved the large modern house in tranquil rural surroundings, also the closeness to the popular tourist/fishing village of Portpatrick

Languages:

English

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