“Comfortable cottage”
We rented this cottage for a week in May 2015 and found it to be beautifully renovated, comfortable and very clean. There was a welcome pack of tea, coffee, sugar, milk, eggs and biscuits which was a very pleasant surprise. There were only the two of us so we slept in the downstairs bedroom, although there were two more bedrooms upstairs. Probably the only criticism I would have is that there was only one bedside light and no hanging space for clothes in this room. I can understand the reason for this, however, as the big king size bed can be separated into two single beds which would leave no room for more than one bedside table and certainly no room for a wardrobe. There was a good sized chest of drawers which had to suffice unless you wanted to walk upstairs every time you needed something from a wardrobe.
The location within the village was good but we were a little underwhelmed by the facilities in the area. There wasn't as much to see and do as we had hoped to find in this area. Nevertheless, the cottage itself was wonderful with possibly the only improvement being the addition of an electric clothes dryer for those travellers from overseas, like us, who have limited baggage and have wet weather to contend with.
Creetown Cottages
Two immaculately-presented semi-detached cottages on the outskirts of the former fishing town of Creetown, in beautiful Dumfries and Galloway. Luxuriously appointed throughout to provide quality accommodation, these cottages are the perfect getaway for families or friends who wish to explore this beautiful part of Scotland. Both are finished to an excellent standard with oak flooring, underfloor central heating and woodburning stoves. These delightful cottages have a large shared lawned garden and each has a private patio area with furniture and a barbecue. Creetown, with its location on the Solway Firth and near to the Galloway Hills, is an ideal location for exploring this diverse part of the country. The area offers salmon fishing on the River Cree, as well as wonderful walking and cycling in the surrounding forests and hills. The Laggan Outdoor Activity Centre provides a fun and adventurous day out. Less energetic pursuits include a visit to nearby Wigtown, Scotland's National Book Town and the Chocolate Factory at Twynholm.
The property
An immaculately-presented semi-detached cottage on the outskirts of the former fishing town of Creetown, in beautiful Dumfries and Galloway.
Luxuriously appointed throughout, this cottage has three bedrooms, two with zip/link beds, including one that boasts an en-suite shower room.
The spacious open plan living area offers a superb sitting area, dining area and a well-equipped, fitted kitchen which opens onto the rear patio.
Outside is a large shared lawned garden with a BBQ, an ideal place to unwind after a day spent exploring.
This superb cottage is an excellent base.
Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 939501, together they sleep 10.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x ground floor super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC. Ground floor bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Amenities
- Gas underfloor central heating with woodburning stove
- Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Cot, highchair and stairgate on request
- Off road parking for 2 cars
- Lockable bike storage
- Shared enclosed lawned garden with patio, summerhouse, furniture and BBQ
- Salmon fishing on River Cree can be arranged with owner prior to arrival
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop and pub 5 mins walk
- Note: Sloping ceilings in first floor bedrooms
- Note: Intermittent mobile phone signal.
About the location
CREETOWN
Newton Stewart 7 miles; Gatehouse of Fleet 12 miles; Wigtown 13 miles; Kirkcudbright 18 miles.
Creetown, originally called Ferrytown of Cree, is a small town in the Dumfries and Galloway region of south west Scotland. The town was once a fishing village and is now perhaps best known for being the centre of filming for The Wicker Man and also for its Country Music Festival. Creetown is home to the Gem Rock Museum, a shop, Post Office, a hotel and restaurant, and is just seven miles away from Newton Stewart, which offers visitors to the area several shops, takeaways and bars. Situated just south of Creetown is the Galloway Forest Park with over three hundred square miles of beautiful scenery, world class mountain bike trails and the first Dark Sky Park in the UK. Gatehouse of Fleet is just a little further, and five minutes from there are sandy beaches making this a lovely area to visit when on holiday.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas