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Offering stunning sea views across Loch Ryan near Kirkcolm in southwest Scotland, this garden cottage is the perfect country and coastal retreat to get away from it all and immerse yourself in beautiful, pristine nature. The home is part of the 18th-century Corsewall Estate surrounded by twenty acres of woodland and gardens – all for you to enjoy. From snowdrops, daffodils and bluebells in the winter and spring to a riot of colourful rhododendrons and azaleas in summer, you’ll be instantly struck by the vibrancy of your locale with countless walking and cycling routes around them to explore. Inside your home, a picturesque living room is arranged around a wood-burning fireplace, ideal for curling up with a glass of wine and some board games. The sunny kitchen, meanwhile, is all set to get mornings off to a hearty start over breakfast or afternoons snacks courtesy of the homemade brownies, milk, bread, jam, butter, tea and coffee provided. We love the country bedrooms with their floral touches and large windows proffering views across the gardens and towards the Loch, while the en-suite tubs invite long, luxurious baths after a day in the great outdoors. With a private garden equipped with a barbecue and croquet set, you can spend lazy afternoons having fun in the sun, or head to the nearby woods where a campfire beckons ghost stories over toasted marshmallows under a blanket of stars – your host even provides a tent and roll mats should you wish to snooze amidst the trees (all you need is your sleeping bag). Factor in the estate’s dedicated play areas that offer a zip-wire, a climbing frame, swings, and a trampoline and there’s more than enough fun for the whole family. Boat Bank Beach is also a short walk down the estate’s drive and Lady Bay – a shell collector’s dream – is a ten-minute drive away. Further afield, the charming fishing village of Portpatrick is also only twenty minutes away by car.


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Highlights

Explore the beaches around Loch Ryan – Boat Bank Beach is a short walk down the estate's drive

Explore the beaches around Loch Ryan – Boat Bank Beach is a short walk down the estate's drive

Visit Castle Kennedy in Stranraer, a twenty-minute drive away

Visit Castle Kennedy in Stranraer, a twenty-minute drive away

Stroll through the vast shared grounds that surround the cottage – a tent is provided for nights in the woods

Stroll through the vast shared grounds that surround the cottage – a tent is provided for nights in the woods

Play a game of croquet in your cottage's private garden

Play a game of croquet in your cottage's private garden

 Gather around the campfire area in the woods – perfect for toasting marshmallows

Gather around the campfire area in the woods – perfect for toasting marshmallows

Fire up the barbecue in your private garden for a feast under the stars

Fire up the barbecue in your private garden for a feast under the stars

Start mornings off in the sunny kitchen while feasting on the welcome pack of homemade brownies, bread and jam

Start mornings off in the sunny kitchen while feasting on the welcome pack of homemade brownies, bread and jam

Curl up by the roaring fireplace with a glass of wine

Curl up by the roaring fireplace with a glass of wine

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Home truths

    The home is part of a larger estate, so you may be sharing some of the outdoor amenities with your neighbours

    Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome to stay for a fee of £25 per dog, per week, is required or £20 for a short break – dogs should be kept off the furniture and beds, and they must not be allowed to disturb the wildlife while out walking

    A welcome pack with homemade brownies, jam, milk, bread, butter, tea, coffee and fresh flowers is provided

    Two of the bedrooms are located up a flight of wooden stairs that may prove difficult for those with limited mobility

    A cot and a high chair are available on request

    We recommend having a car here – on-site parking is available

About this stay


Amenities

Tennis court

Outdoor seating

Desk

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Pets allowed

Bedrooms & bathrooms

3 bedrooms, 4 beds

4 bathrooms

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About Dumfries & Galloway

With a landscape that inspired the poetry of Burns, rugged coast and crumbling castles, Dumfries and Galloway is the perfect spot for a wild Scottish break. The lowlands of Scotland may not have the same fame as the highlands, but you’ll still find heather-clad hillside rambles, cosy country pubs serving neeps and tatties, and quiet fishing villages dotting the coastline. Robert Burns spent most of his life in Dumfries, and...

Get around

Airport

Glasgow Prestwick

1 hr 38 min

Belfast City

3 hr 6 min

Campbeltown

4 hr 54 min

Train station

Stranraer

16 min

Bus stop

Post Office

3 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

10 min

Cafe

4 min

Pharmacy

14 min

Points of interest

Beach

Browns Bay

3 hr 2 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Pets welcome

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 17:00

Departure before 9:00

Wifi

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    5

    days

    Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Kate

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Your hosts family have been living on the Corsewall Estate for centuries. As the 7th generation of the ancestors to inherit the land and all of its property, its current owners have played a key role in the evolving of the estate and in creating the luxury holiday home services it offers today. Since this is a close-knit family business, expect a welcoming service with a happy helping of humble pie when staying in one of this hosts properties.

Registration or licence number: DG00393F (EPC D).

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