Self catering in the area

Clachan Cottage is situated in the picturesque Parish of Anwoth next to The Old Schoolhouse and opposite the atmospheric Old Kirk both of which featured in the infamous film The Wickerman. Nestling in delightful gardens visited by red squirrels and many species of birds these two traditional cottages provide comfortable, homely, characterful accommodation for couples seeking a peaceful central location just a few miles from Kirkcudbright. Please visit our website for further details:- www.clachancottage.com

Serenity is a 2 story log cabin that sleeps up to 8. There are scenic views over nearby Barend Loch from its balconies and it’s just a short stroll to Sandyhills Beach. It has comfortable beds, superfast internet and WiFi, a large TV, and is pet-friendly. There’s also a private swimming pool and pub/restaurant less than 5 mins walk away. It’s approx 35 mins drive from Kirkcudbright.
See website: www.22barend.co.uk

We offer you a warm welcome to a relaxing holiday in rural Galloway. Our cottages are all centrally heated, and can sleep from 1 to 6 people. All of our cottages have stunning views of the Girthon valley and beyond and the homes also have their own individual pet enclosures and secure bike storage. With over 25 years experience in the tourism industry, the Clark family look forward to providing you with a great base for your Galloway adventure.
Website: https://www.clauchanholidays.co.uk/

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Creel self catering holiday cottage is a recently modernised detached, single story, renovated barn. The cottage sleeps up to four, accepts pets and is situated on the picturesque Solway coast with uninterrupted views out across the Ross Bay. The sea is only a stones throw from the cottage! Location, location, location!  Visit the website

A unique and special cottage in a spectacular location. A peaceful, secluded and enclosed garden leads straight onto the sandy beach of Carrick Shore. Stunning sea-views with brilliant sunsets. Light and spacious accommodation sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms, also very popular with couples. Wood burning stove. Dogs and children very welcome.

www.carrickshorecottage.com

Perfect for a country get away or a romantic break for two. Within a short walking distance of the cottage there is a general store, tea room with gift shop, pub and of course the stunning Sweetheart Abbey.  Kirkcudbright is forty minutes from Rosewall Cottage.  The cottage itself is very cosy and beautifully decorated. There is one double bedroom, bathroom with bath and shower, living room and a dining kitchen. All modern facilities including washer/dryer, microwave, coffee machine, bluetooth speaker and Wifi. There is a small private garden to the rear which is a lovely place to sit and have your morning coffee. Visit our website

The Kite’s Rest is a luxury Mongolian Yurt with spectacular views over the rolling Galloway countryside.  It’s getting back to nature exactly as it should be done – incredible views, peace and quiet, idyllic with fantastic sunsets and never-ending night skies, all of which you get to enjoy in the warmth of the log burner or in the comfy king size bed.  Bliss. The perfect balance of nature and luxury.   https://castlecreaviefarm.co.uk/accommodation/yurt/

Destination Balcary – Farmhouse holiday home that sleeps up to 5 in 3 bedrooms
When you want to stay in a place like no other………..Destination Balcary is the place you may like to stay……………….we have uninterrupted views across the farmland to Balcary Bay with an abundance of birdlife and wildflowers, enjoy the sounds of silence and the tides rolling in and out over the salt marshes each day…. you can look across to Skiddaw in the Lake District, and take in the beautiful Solway. See website:-  destinationbalcary.com

Criffel View is a 3 bedroom bungalow which sleeps six people and is the ideal location for a break away with family or friends.  It’s all on one level so perfect for multi-generational groups and has its own private garden and as the name suggests, spectacular views over Criffel. Visit the website at https://www.kinganfarms.co.uk/our-cottages/criffel-view/

A detached timber built cabin situated at Carrick Shore with sea views looking out to the Murray Isles across Fleet Bay.  200 metres from beach.
Well equipped for six people in three doubles (one with ensuite) and one well behaved dog.
Open all year round,  wood for log burner provided.  Short breaks are available in low season.
WIFI AVAILABLE.        FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND BOOKING DETAILS VISIT OUR WEBSITE.   www.thelmasmooringcarrickshore.com

A group of three excellent cottages in a quiet location overlooking Brighouse Bay. One cottage STB 4 star, other 2 not assessed but of equal quality. Dogs welcome at no extra charge.  Visit the website.

A small holiday development consisting of three high quality self-catering cottages within the same yard. We are located approximately 1 mile outside Kirkcudbright. We have an ideal location to discover the beauty of Galloway. We can uniquely sleep up to 17 persons which is perfect for a big family or friends holiday. We let the cottages on a week to week basis and we also do short breaks. See website: https://www.highkirkland.co.uk/

The Lily Pod is a stunning self-contained holiday pod, located on the edge of a little loch on a farm just outside New Abbey.  Sleeping upto 4 people in a double bed and sofa bed, it has an open plan layout and an enclosed shower room. Outside there’s an deck looking on to the pond and further towards Criffel. You will find patio chairs, a table and a BBQ. There is also a separate Boat House that has covered space for sitting or playing games. Website:  https://www.kinganfarms.co.uk/our-cottages/the-lily-pod/

Led by a short, unmade track and located along the edge of the beautiful mixed woodlands of Cally Woods just outside Gatehouse-of-Fleet, is Bar Hill Lodge, a picturesque detached 19th-century cottage. To the back, there is an enclosed lawn and wildflower garden with apple trees (and summer house, perfect for barbecues). To the front there is a lawn with woodland beyond, small bridges over a stream leading to a wildlife pond with deck, ideal for yoga – or sundowners! The cottage has a double bedroom, a twin room, living room with open fire, well-equipped modern kitchen, bathroom with roll top bath, and conservatory with views of the woods and garden. Plenty of books, maps, toys and games. Dogs welcome. barhillcottage.com

Just nine miles east of Kirkcudbright, tucked between hill and shore on the coastal road from Auchencairn, Orroland Holiday Cottages sit within a private 500-acre estate overlooking the Solway Firth. Three luxury, dog-friendly cottages offer woodland walks, a secluded rocky shoreline, enclosed gardens and fireside comfort – a peaceful coastal retreat for 2-8 people, where sea air, space and quirky landscaped scenery surround you.

Here, children (and grown-ups) can lose themselves in their own Famous Five-type adventure stories – building dens, scrambling over rocks, exploring hidden paths – that spirit of freedom and imagination is warmly welcomed at Orroland.

See Website: www.orroland.com

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Set in the grounds of a 650 acre estate near Ringford. Accommodation ranges from cottages, which have been tastefully converted from estate buildings and a coach house, to timber lodges. All properties are equipped to a high standard and have their own character. In a rural setting, close to the A75, with all local amenities easily available.  Visit the website

The Waterhouse is a unique recently built oak framed, glass fronted, luxury hand crafted, eco-holiday house set in 1 acre of beautiful private gardens (open under Scotland’s Garden Scheme). It has a large sun deck overhanging a large pond. An outside heated hot tub is hugely popular with guests, especially in mid-winter. Sleeps 6. Evening meals available with owners in nearby cottage.  Visit the website

LUXURIOUS COASTAL COTTAGE – SLEEPS 2 IN 1 BEDROOM
The Bird’s Nest – A luxury beachside bothy for two which overlooks Carrick Bay; a tranquil escape with incredible views having above bed remote controlled stargazer windows and a cosy wood burning stove for relaxed nights in with someone special. See new website: https://birdsnestcarrick.co.uk/  also on AirBnB :- https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/989801239277251885

Modernised and comfortable cottage, only 2 miles from Kirkcudbright, with enclosed, pet friendly, garden in peaceful setting overlooking stunning tidal Tarff estuary. Ideal for exploring Kirkcudbright, coastline and hills. The cottage sleeps up to 6 and has a double, twin, bunk bedroom, large sitting room, kitchen/diner, bathroom with shower over bath and use of a hard tennis court, by arrangement. Dogs very welcome.
See details on Discover Scotland webpage

Set on a working farm Castle Creavie has the Steading which sleeps 6 people, the Cheese Loft sleeping 2 and the Haybarn which sleeps 4.  These lovely self catering properties are the ideal setting for a tranquil break in the Galloway countryside, just 3 miles from Kirkcudbright. Ideal for children and pets. Visit the website

The Waterside Cottage is an immaculately presented large three bedroom property all on the ground floor with oil fired central heating and partial under floor heating. The cottage is situated on the banks of the Dee estuary with spectacular views across sea to the Ross Island. Only 2 miles from Kirkcudbright.  View the website

Luxury interiors, stunning surroundings and unbeatable coastal views – these Sea View Snugs have everything you could possibly want to have the perfect holiday in Dumfries & Galloway. Each one of the individually decorated and themed Snugs has a kingsize bed, ensuite shower room and glass fronted walls with patio doors, to make the most of the incredible vista. We can add children’s beds on request. One of our snugs is also dog friendly. At night you can lie in bed and watch the never-ending starry skies through the glass front of the snug, making the most of the dark skies and lack of light pollution. Our snugs each have an incredible view, taking in miles of the Solway coast and are nestled in the Galloway hillside. We have a cafe on site for breakfast, lunch and picnic hampers. See website for more details