Entire home

Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Exterior
Interior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, freezer, ice maker
TV

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 675 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
The price is NZ$1,035
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway
  • The Lane
    11 min walk
  • Gills Loch
    12 min walk
  • Roods Loch
    14 min walk

Room options

About the area

Castle Douglas

At this cottage you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of The Lane and Gills Loch. .Accommodation features a washing machine and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • New Galloway Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Galloway Forest Park - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Lock Ken - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Clatteringshaws Loch - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Mossyard Beach - 33 min drive - 40.3 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Clachan Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Smithy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪CatStrand - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Clachan Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Smithy - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Converted from a former byre and steading, Rowan Cottage provides comfortable accommodation in the popular Royal Burgh of New Galloway. Nestled along a sloping side street the cottage enjoys a quiet location with a wonderful woodland garden bordered on 2 sides by a burn, with mature fruit trees to enjoy and watch wildlife from. The town has good local facilities with shops, hotels, restaurants and a busy arts centre at the Catstrand.

The cottage is ideally located for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. There are numerous riverside and forest walks starting out and returning to the town, some from the doorstep of the cottage. With an endless variety of hill, coastal and forest walks within a short drive. New Galloway golf course is about ½ a mile from the cottage and there are numerous other courses within easy reach. If you would like more of a test or challenge the championship courses at Ayr and Southerness are within easy driving distance.

Situated on the edge of the Galloway Forest Park, Britain’s original Dark Sky Park offers plentiful opportunities for stargazing; The Forestry Commission 7Stanes Mountain Bike routes are located throughout the area with the nearest one being at Kirroughtree with trails suitable for all abilities. The Raiders Road, a scenic forest drive is open from Easter until October allows plenty of opportunities to explore the forest with a stop at the Otter Pool a must for a paddle and a picnic or a BBQ. Nearby Loch Ken is a busy water sports destination with sailing, canoeing, and other water and land based activities available at Galloway Activity Centre. For the fishermen (and women) course fishing is available on Loch Ken (permits can be purchased locally) with other Lochs within easy reach. River and sea fishing is also available within a few minutes’ drive.

Wildlife abounds with the Red Kite Trail giving superb opportunities for watching Red Kites and other birds. There are also numerous National Trust and Historic Scotland sites worth exploring including Threave Castle near Castle Douglas and Broughton House in Kirkcudbright. Kirkcudbright itself is a bustling harbour town with strong connections to the Art World through the Glasgow Boys. The busy market town of Castle Douglas is also within easy reach with a good variety of specialist independent local shops, restaurants and cafes. It also offers a swimming pool, 18 hole golf course and the Fullerton Theatre which also doubles as a cinema.

Postcode: DG7 3RB
Damage Deposit: £150
Rowan Cottage accepts bookings with an any day arrival with short breaks accepted throughout the year.
EPC:D

Accommodation for 6 across 2 floors: Ground floor: 3 steps to entrance; Sitting/dining room; Kitchen; Sun Porch; Double bedroom; Shower room. First floor: Cloakroom with WC & wash basin; 2 x Twin bedrooms
Facilities: Oil Central Heating * Electric hob * Washing machine * Tumble dryer * Fridge * Freezer * TV * CD player * WI-FI * Garden (not enclosed) * Parking * Bicycle storage * Bed linen & Towels provided * Maximum 2 dogs welcome (Additional charges apply).

EV Charging Points:- There are 8 public charging points 100 yards from the Cottage at the public car park

PLEASE NOTE: The garden features a small pond and burn which are not fenced. Please ensure that young children are supervised at all times.

Property manager

DiscoverScotland

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • CD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 807 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Rowan Cottage a Cottage That Sleeps 6 Guests in 3 Bedrooms
556718

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

The closest beach to Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms is Mossyard Beach (26.6 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms on 6 Dec 2024 start from NZ$1,035.4, excluding 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.

Does Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms have a pool?

Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms has a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

No, Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

There isn't one on site, but New Galloway Golf Club is a short 18-minute walk away.

Rowan Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dog friendly
Garden not suitable for small dogs. Double bed terrible!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022