Camphill

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Harrison
March 2020

“Although the cottage was lovely and the area great we did have a few niggles ...”

Although the cottage was lovely and the area great we did have a few niggles with the cottage there was never enough hot water for a decent bath could only put in apprx 3" deep till the hot water ran out the kitchen window was very badly fitted and let in a very cold draught throughout the cottage this was also not helped by the badly fitting doors we had to put towels down to use as draught excluders the rubber in the washing machine was disgusting and was full of mould no dvd player as ...

Although the cottage was lovely and the area great we did have a few niggles with the cottage there was never enough hot water for a decent bath could only put in apprx 3" deep till the hot water ran out the kitchen window was very badly fitted and let in a very cold draught throughout the cottage this was also not helped by the badly fitting doors we had to put towels down to use as draught excluders the rubber in the washing machine was disgusting and was full of mould no dvd player as advertised we wanted a nice quite break to watch dvds read etc but could not unfortunately we had to go home early the woodburner was easy to use and gave out a lot of heat some coal was available but thought one log for it was a bit tight The owner asked for details of the issues but never got back to us regarding these We do not really want to put the cottage down as was lovely and if the niggles were put right would be even better
Miss Gilbert-swale October 2019

“This is the second time we have stayed at the cottage and no doubt we will visit again next year”
Ms Rooney September 2019

“Booked for 3 weeks in 2018 for wedding and honeymoon and the snug was listed then, when we arrived no mention of snug being out of use.”

Picked up two lots of dog poo, the dog toilet next to bike shed was inaccessible due to brambles and nettles and the area where the washing line was, had foot high grass. Three days in the toilet started to back up and needed the engineer. Microwave needed cleaning when we arrived, freezer needs defrosting and mould around the rim. Had to buy cleaning spray for the kitchen and bathroom. Sun room dirty and damp covers. Bought games from charity shops for when the weather was bad. For three days we waited in for cleaner who was supposed to drop of the towels and every time we rang her the number was unavailable, eventually 2 sets of towels but no kitchen towel which we ended up washing it was dropped of. This cottage is only suitable for one week and in all the years self catering we have never experienced such a bad experience. Thankfully all the problems with the cottage did not spoil our wedding and honeymoon!!! Never again will we book with Sykes!!

Thank you for your feedback. We discussed all of the issues throughout your holiday. There had been damage caused by previous guests and the owner was unable to get the snug room fixed within the changeover timeframe prior to your stay. Previous guests have not cleaned up after their dog during their holiday. This is checked on changeover cleans, however, it is guests responsibility to clean any mess up after them. The grass had been cut a week before your arrival. We tried contacting you to arrange the gardener to come out and cut the grass. You were not required to wait in for a cleaner but stated you preferred to at the property. A mid-stay changeover linen and clean was offered but declined. 3 full weeks of linen and towels were provided for your 3 week honeymoon holiday and additional linen was requested. A mid-stay changeover linen and clean was offered but was declined. Typically, a mid-stay changeover clean would be offered each week but as this was declined, they were unable meet usual requirements due to a customer’s decision. We are glad you enjoyed your wedding and honeymoon celebrations. Sykes owner relations
Mrs Mills August 2019

“Lovely homely cottage.”

Very roomy bedrooms. Nice secure garden for dogs. Great location, really peaceful, yet only 3 miles from Kirkcudbright and 5 from the bigger town of Castle Douglas.
Miss Mcwatt August 2019

“We had a lovely family holiday here with our two dogs.”

A cozy homely cottage in an idyllic peaceful countryside location. Great to be able to walk the dogs out the door without a lead; the only traffic was the occasional tractor.
Mrs Bowell June 2019

“Lovely cottage in a very quiet area but within easy reach of Kirkcudbright or Castle Douglas amenities.”

The best place we have stayed in twenty plus years of visiting D&G.
Mr Foard June 2019

“When we arrived at the cottage the cooker was not working because the timer was still set.”

We rang the local caretaker for the cottage but she could not help us and was unable to come to our assistance. She suggested we rang the owner, which we did. We left a message but we did not hear from either party for the duration of the holiday. Fortunately after some time we managed to get it working. If there had been a manual for the cooker this would have been helpful. On a more positive note the peace and tranquility was second to none. The cottage was spacious and comfortable and met our needs.
Mr Iddon May 2019

“The peace and tranquillity of location was great.”

A return to true human quality existence, if only for a week. If I had the money I would make an offer to buy, it was so good. Touring the Solway Coast is wonderful, little road traffic and beautiful places to visit. The excellent weather did of course help.
Mrs Wood May 2019

“A really beautiful area, the gardens, towns and countryside was so well looked after.”

So many lovely walks to do (several leaflets in the house) and easy to download from Walking Scotland app. Excellent Wi-fi in house. Dogs welcome everywhere except in The Ark in Kippford. Scottish people so friendly, excellent Coop in Kirkcudbright and Tesco in Castle Douglas. So easy to park anywhere and no car parking charges. Camphill was a very comfortable house to stay in, one of the nicest we have rented. Bed, chairs and kitchen all excellent. We would hope to go back one day but the journey from Hampshire is a long one.
Mr Preston April 2019

“Moderately irritated.”

Garden unkempt. Four lots of dog muck on the lawn. Garden seat rotton and broke under me. Cold. No heating instructions: had to ring up caretaker. Cold overnight: double glazing very drafty. Sitting room rug absolutely filthy. What few instructions were in the folder were mostly out of date. It could be a nice holiday cottage but it has been left largely uncared for, except for the caretaker's weekly clean, which we had no problem with. Lovely location.
Mr Wilson April 2019

“Excellent location very quiet and relaxing.”

Cottage was clean and we'll equipped. Very hot wood burner.comfy bed.very clean in general.kirkudbright was a really nice place to visit.
Mrs Graham-spicer March 2019

“We had a quick, friendly and helpful response from both the owner and local lady who cleans when we reported an issue with the heating, and it was speedily resolved.”

We saw that some guests were concerned by the narrow drive but we reversed our 4x4 in without any issue. Will definitely stay again
Mrs Johnson March 2019

“We really enjoyed our holiday,lovely cottage,great location,would definitely go back”
FionaGLancaster March 2019

“Comfortable cittage”

We found the cottage to be clean and comfortable, new lounge furniture and comfortable double mattress, soft fluffy towels. The heating was off when we arrived at 3pm and the cottage stone cold so we went to the supermarket, and returned to find everything thankfully warming up. The heating switched off at 0800 the next day - it was snowing - so we phoned the owner since the timer switch wasn’t located anywhere obvious or alluded to in the instructions. She was very friendly and concerned, put the cleaner in touch with us to help with the heating and suggested we have the heating on 24/7 for the duration of our short break. The shower had jets as well as a shower head, which was fun - but the water cooled fairly quickly. Filling the bath sufficiently to cover the jets in the bath tub took three attempts because you had to give the system ten minutes every now and again to reheat. At £85/night mid March, which presumably is off peak, we thought Camphill was expensive, but we did like the cottage and the area.
Alyson C November 2018

“Loved it!”

We booked this last November but had to move due to broken boiler so we tried again. So glad we did. Lovely, cosy cottage, so quiet and peaceful. (The occasional car or tractor may go past). Has everything you need - fridge, freezer, even a dishwasher. Bedding and towels supplied. The garden is enclosed so safe for the dogs. Kirkcudbright and Castle Douglas near by for shopping. Great walks at Barhill Woods, Laurieston and Loch Ken for the red kite. Love this part of Scotland and will be back. P.s no sign of the “wee beasties”
Mrs Brockway October 2018

“Camphill cottage is lovely very clean and well equipped the owners have thought of everything.”

The location is so quiet we could hear owls in the next field at night time. The garden is great and our dog loved having a play in the morning before we headed out for the day. There are lots of places to visit that are not too far away. I would recommend a trip to see the Red kite feeding station at Bellymack hill farm watching the Red kites coming in to feed is an amazing sight. Kirkcudbright town is really nice and we found all we needed there the tesco was handy for essentials and polar bites on the harbour do fab chips. I would say Camphill is a great base and very welcoming to come back to of an evening, I wouldn't hesitate in booking again. We will certainly be back as we felt we needed a longer stay to see all that the area has to offer.
Mrs Shore August 2018

“Lovely, quiet, peaceful location”
Mr Collins July 2018

“Cottage perfect for small family looking for good base to explore area.”

Clean tidy and secluded
Mrs Martin July 2018

“Camphill was in a wonderful and quiet location on a lane with not much traffic passing ,mainly the odd tractor.”

The cottage had everything we required to make our stay comfortable. The surrounding area has some wonderful woodland and forest walks which we enjoyed before heading back to relax in the garden which our two dogs really loved and were perfectly safe as it is well fenced and gated. All in all just what we needed.
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The property

Kirkcudbright 3 miles.

This is a charming detached cottage surrounded by open countryside, close to the popular tourist town of Kirkcudbright on Scotland’s beautiful Dumfries and Galloway coast.

The cottage is set all on the ground floor and is ideal for a family or friends wishing for a complete escape away from the hustle and bustle of a busy life.

A well-equipped kitchen includes a dining table, so guests can keep the chef of the party company whilst preparing a delicious meal.

The cosy and comfortable sitting room boasts a woodburning stove, perfect for snuggling up in front of on a chilly winter’s night.

The cottage also benefits from a snug, a useful place for that quiet moment or reading a book.

The rear garden is a delightful place to relax and gaze out across the fields, and to the side of the cottage a picnic table has been provided for dining alfresco.There are several sandy beaches within easy reach and walkers are catered for with a variety of forest and coastal walks.

Camphill’s proximity to the Galloway Forest Park means that cyclists can enjoy the renowned 7stanes mountain bike trails.

The historic town of Kirkcudbright, opening to the Solway Firth, is known as “The Artists’ Town” and has always held an attraction for artists over the years.

The working harbour is a popular tourist attraction, as are the many festivals and events that run throughout the year.

A charming holiday cottage offering a wide range of attractions for the whole family.

Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Snug.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 3 cars
Side and rear lawned garden with furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 3 miles
Note: There is a wall in the rear garden with a 3ft drop, children to be supervised
Note: Parts of the garden have uneven surfaces
Note: There is limited mobile phone reception
Note: The outbuildings are out of bounds
Note: There is one step that leads up to the bathroom, snug and kitchen

About the location

KIRKCUDBRIGHT

Dumfries 25 miles.

The historic and picturesque town of Kirkcudbright sits on the banks of the River Dee on the north Solway coast. Established as a Royal Burgh in 1455 this small port town has always been supported by a busy fishing trade and is home to a blue flag marina. Behind this working harbour, its wide streets and pastel-coloured houses, a mix of Georgian and Victorian town houses make for a very attractive town centre. Particular places of interest are the Tolbooth Museum, Broughton House and Gardens (National Trust), the Stewartry Museum, McLellan's Castle, and the newly reburbished town Art Gallery. Kirkcudbright is also known as the 'Artists Town'. From the 1870s onwards the town has both produced and attracted a wide range of talented artists and crafts people, and there is a fine collection of art galleries and art and crafts shops. If you want your holiday to include some breaks from cooking you will find plenty of cafes and restaurants to choose from, including the historic Selkirk Arms Hotel, and, near the harbour, Polar Bites, a very good fish restaurant as well as being a takeaway. Throughout the summer the town organises a wide range of activities including the four day Arts and Crafts Trail, four day Jazz Festival, a weekly Scottish Night with pipe band and dancing ( especially for children ), weekly town tours, Farmers Markets, a vintage car rally...the list is endless. Visitors can also use the town's swimming pool, bowling club, golf club and tennis courts. Further afield there is the Galloway Activity Centre on beautiful Loch Ken, which offers a range of water sports, and the Laggan Outdoor Activity Centre which includes a zipwire - suitable for all ages ! Perhaps best of all are the opportunities for walking, cycling, fishing, or just driving along the coasts and in the hills and valleys in some of Britain's loveliest unspoilt scenery. The Tourist Information Office in the Harbour Square can provide information about all these activities and events. .

Camphill

Kirkcudbright, Ayrshire and Dumfries & Galloway (Ref. 936603)

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Features

“Although the cottage was lovely and the area great we did have a few niggles ...”

“This is the second time we have stayed at the cottage and no doubt we will visit again next year”

“Booked for 3 weeks in 2018 for wedding and honeymoon and the snug was listed then, when we arrived no mention of snug being out of use.”

“Lovely homely cottage.”

“We had a lovely family holiday here with our two dogs.”

“Lovely cottage in a very quiet area but within easy reach of Kirkcudbright or Castle Douglas amenities.”

“When we arrived at the cottage the cooker was not working because the timer was still set.”

“The peace and tranquillity of location was great.”

“A really beautiful area, the gardens, towns and countryside was so well looked after.”

“Moderately irritated.”

“Excellent location very quiet and relaxing.”

“We had a quick, friendly and helpful response from both the owner and local lady who cleans when we reported an issue with the heating, and it was speedily resolved.”

“We really enjoyed our holiday,lovely cottage,great location,would definitely go back”

“Comfortable cittage”

“Loved it!”

“Camphill cottage is lovely very clean and well equipped the owners have thought of everything.”

“Lovely, quiet, peaceful location”

“Cottage perfect for small family looking for good base to explore area.”

“Camphill was in a wonderful and quiet location on a lane with not much traffic passing ,mainly the odd tractor.”

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About the location

KIRKCUDBRIGHT

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Features

“Although the cottage was lovely and the area great we did have a few niggles ...”

“This is the second time we have stayed at the cottage and no doubt we will visit again next year”

“Booked for 3 weeks in 2018 for wedding and honeymoon and the snug was listed then, when we arrived no mention of snug being out of use.”

“Lovely homely cottage.”

“We had a lovely family holiday here with our two dogs.”

“Lovely cottage in a very quiet area but within easy reach of Kirkcudbright or Castle Douglas amenities.”

“When we arrived at the cottage the cooker was not working because the timer was still set.”

“The peace and tranquillity of location was great.”

“A really beautiful area, the gardens, towns and countryside was so well looked after.”

“Moderately irritated.”

“Excellent location very quiet and relaxing.”

“We had a quick, friendly and helpful response from both the owner and local lady who cleans when we reported an issue with the heating, and it was speedily resolved.”

“We really enjoyed our holiday,lovely cottage,great location,would definitely go back”

“Comfortable cittage”

“Loved it!”

“Camphill cottage is lovely very clean and well equipped the owners have thought of everything.”

“Lovely, quiet, peaceful location”

“Cottage perfect for small family looking for good base to explore area.”

“Camphill was in a wonderful and quiet location on a lane with not much traffic passing ,mainly the odd tractor.”

The property

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KIRKCUDBRIGHT

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