Ducket Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Seaside

Reviews

30 Customer Review(s)

Mr Fletcher
September 2020

“Fabulous cottage with everything we needed and more!”

Cosy, comfortable and in a fantastic position.

Cosy, comfortable and in a fantastic position.

- Mr Fletcher, September 2020
Mrs Holmes August 2020

“A very comfortable home away from home.”

A pleasure to go back yet again and will be booking again soon.

- Mrs Holmes, August 2020
Mr Smith November 2019

“Most of the windows would not open making the bedrooms very airless and stuffy”

- Mr Smith, November 2019

Thank you so much for that helpful comment. We are sorry you had difficulty opening some windows. Our property maintenance service did check the problem out as part of their routine inspections of the cottage and the windows now open freely. The Ducket cottage is in a conservation area and some of the window casings retain the original wood and in wet cooler weather as in November may stick. There is a special stick with brass hook for pulling open the window catches. Going forward we have produced an additional page in the house book to inform future guests of the different window opening methods and with number to call if a problem. On a bright note as the cottage is facing historic Garleiston Harbour and the beautiful Solway it sounds like November may have been warmer than September. Thank you for visiting Sykes owner relations
Mrs Somers July 2019

“The seating in the lounge was not particularly comfortable especially the settee at the bottom of the stairs.”

Once you sat down it was hard to get up !! The place was lovely and clean and the en-suite rooms were a real treat .

- Mrs Somers, July 2019
Mrs Duffy May 2019

“We´ve been for 5 nights in the "Ducket Cottage" in Garlieston and enjoyed our stay very much.”

Garlieston is a lovely, quiet place with a small beach, fantastic walks and a lot of history to explore nearby. But the best part was this wonderful cottage. We felt home from the very first minute. We found everything we needed for a perfect holiday and more. Should we ever planning days off in this area again ( and I´m sure we will) - we would be more than happy to stay there again.

- Mrs Duffy, May 2019
Mr Andrews April 2019

“Thoroughly enjoyed the cottage and it was very well equipped.”

Lack of WiFi could be an issue for some. We took our pup with us and lack of a garden meant having to take him down to the grassy area at the village hall even early in the morning. This wouldn’t stop me from returning or recommending the cottage but it is worth being aware of for others with a dog.

- Mr Andrews, April 2019
Ms Freear September 2018

“We could not believe how far the owners of the cottage had gone to provide everything needed to make our stay so relaxing.”

Little things such as hand wash by the basins and the way the towels were laid out made us feel like we had a touch of luxury in relatively simple surroundings. (That's not to say the cottage was basic.... far from it!) Each room was tastefully decorated and furnished to make for a very cosy and enjoyable stay. We were very sorry to leave.

- Ms Freear, September 2018
Mr Buckley September 2018

“Very nice cottage really enjoyed our week in Garliseton.”

Weather was nice to us even wore shorts all week.

- Mr Buckley, September 2018
Miss Waggott August 2018

“Was a gorgeous cottage in a lovely village called garlieston everything in the ...”

Was a gorgeous cottage in a lovely village called garlieston everything in the cottage you could want and lots of places to visit around the Dumfries and Galloway area

- Miss Waggott, August 2018
Mrs Sykes July 2018

“We had a wonderful stay, for the second summer running, in Ducket Cottage.”

It was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed, well equipped little kitchen, a handy small utility room with washer/dryer and freezer, TV/DVD with Freeview, comfortable beds, and of course the location is wonderful, a few paces from the beach at Garlieston and a few minutes from a stunning coast path walk that takes you to a beautiful large sandy bay, Rigg Bay, in around 25 minutes. There isn't mobile/wifi/data coverage inside the cottage but a few paces outside usually did the trick if we needed to make a call or send/receive a message. Garlieston is a small, quiet village and a perfect retreat from it all, though lots to do within short driving distances, Wigtown 15 mins, Whithorn 10 mins, and both the Machars & Rhins peninsulas are beautiful to explore.

- Mrs Sykes, July 2018
Mrs Rycroft June 2018

“Beautiful little cottage, well equipped kitchen.”

Fantastic location. Really cosy welcoming place to stay.

- Mrs Rycroft, June 2018
Mrs Payne May 2018

“This is an ideally located cottage for exploring a truly lovely area.”

Ducket is very well equipped and comfortable. Harbour Inn offers a friendly service with good food.

- Mrs Payne, May 2018
Miss Vaughan May 2018

“A lovely clean cottage set in a beautiful location with friendly locals.”

We were a stone's throw from the beach and the nearby historic gardens were outstanding. A great place for dog walking. Would be ideal for families. Just loved collecting driftwood to stoke the fire at night. Would definitely recommend to others and we hope to return.

- Miss Vaughan, May 2018
Mr Colclough March 2018

“This is an ideally located cottage for exploring the Isle of whithorn.”

The open plan downstairs was perfect for us with the coal fire adding a real treat. The Harbour Inn was warm, cosy and friendly. We had a fantastic holiday, lots of walks with our dogs.

- Mr Colclough, March 2018
Dr Mackridge March 2018

“Nice little cottage.”

Would stay there again. We stayed a week in spring with two adults, two young children and a dog. All the basic equipment was there but not much extra. All clean and comfortable. Big twin room with big ensuite bathroom. Small double with small ensuite shower. Thirty places to the beach and the pub. Both recommended!

- Dr Mackridge, March 2018
DPayn October 2016

“Mr”

Lovely warm & cosy cottage. Everything you need for wonderful holiday. Area is great for walking doggies.

- DPayn, October 2016
Mr Payne October 2016

“Cosy,comfortable cottage in a lovely location.”

Great walks from your doorstep as well as further afield, with a lot of wildlife to see. Harbour Inn just around the corner offers a friendly welcome as well as good good and real ale. Will re-book in the future, thanks for a lovely stay.

- Mr Payne, October 2016
Mr Mellors October 2016

“The cottage was very nice in a good location and quite comfortable.”

We enjoyed our stay at Garlieston the only down side of it being the team of Polish builders knocking the adjoining cottage about from 07:00 until 17 30pm the whole seven days of our holiday which did get on your nerves somewhat when you are expecting a nice relaxing getaway.

- Mr Mellors, October 2016
Mrs Mccabe September 2016

“Hot water control thermostat to complicated for the 'simple man'.”

We had to have it on all of the time to ensure it was hot - which is a waste! Everything else was fine and would book again at the cottage. Thank you

- Mrs Mccabe, September 2016
Mr Edwards October 2014

“We had a great time at this lovely cottage.”

Its position is ideal for exploring the local area. The cottage was very clean and the information provided by the owners was very comprehensive and useful. We would use the cottage again and would recommend it to friends also.

- Mr Edwards, October 2014
Dr Johnson September 2014

“Great location, cottage was exactly as described.”

Very comfortable, very clean, we had a lovely week.

- Dr Johnson, September 2014
Mrs Slater September 2014

“The cottage was lovely , everything you need , washer/dryer, plenty of utensils in the kitchen ,sofas.”

Only down side was there is no garden and as we took our dog we had to go over to the beach everytime he wanted to be out , not that he minded that , he loved every bit of it .

- Mrs Slater, September 2014
Mr Donald June 2014

“The location being next to the harbour was excellent and the area was great exploring foot or by car.”

The silence at times was awesome.

- Mr Donald, June 2014
Mrs Longdon May 2014

“A very well equipped, cosy cottage.”

We especially loved the sailing, canoeing and cycling that we could do from the front door. We had a fantastic holiday in a beautiful corner of Scotland.

- Mrs Longdon, May 2014
Dr King May 2014

“The location of the cottage was excellent - close to the harbour and therefore really convenient for evening walks and late afternoon birdwatching.”

- Dr King, May 2014
Mr Cozens January 2014

“This is a lovely cosy cottage, just off the harbour in a pretty village with shop and pub close by.”

The underfloor heating was wonderful, and the open fire a treat to come home to.

- Mr Cozens, January 2014
Mr McMorrow December 2013

“It was a fantastic break.”

Thanks, Sykes Cottages

- Mr McMorrow, December 2013
A FlipKey verified reviewer October 2013

“Completely relaxing break with beautidul views”

Ducket Cottage is well appointed and the perfect base for a relaxing break in Wigtownshire. Glorious views from the bay window upstairs.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, October 2013
Mrs Holmes September 2013

“A lovely trip down memory lane, returning to a well loved holiday destination of childhood.”

Ducket Cottage was ideal in every way.

- Mrs Holmes, September 2013
Mr Brown August 2013

“It was a lovely cottage right on the Harbour.”

We had a fantastic holiday, and would recommend this cottage to our friends.

- Mr Brown, August 2013
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The property

An attractive, traditional terraced cottage, superbly located in the heart of the harbour village of Garlieston, on the Machars Peninsula in south west Scotland.

Well appointed to provide quality holiday accommodation, this Garlieston cottage is ideal for a couple or a family looking for a seaside base from which to explore this diverse part of the country.

This Garlieston cottage offers two bedrooms, with the double boasting an en-suite shower room and the twin offering an en-suite bathroom.

Benefiting from cosy underfloor heating as well as an open fire, the ground floor of this Solway Firth cottage offers a sociable open plan living area with a well-equipped kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area.

The village amenities include a shop, a pub and a Post Office, and there is a public slipway for leisure sailors, plus just across the road from this Garlieston cottage is the harbour, which offers glorious, far-reaching views that look towards to the wooded headland of Eggerness and its large sandy bay.

The countryside surrounding Garlieston is as varied as it is beautiful, and along with the coast, there are many pretty, rural walking trails to discover.

Nearby are the spectacular seaside gardens of Galloway House, boasting a variety of ancient trees, plants and wild flowers; enjoy the views as you stroll through the woodlands to the shore.

The more energetic will adore walking in the Galloway Hills or attempting one of the 7stanes mountain biking trails at Kirroughtree.

An idyllic Garlieston cottage offering a comfortable and bright base at the end of your daily Solway Firth adventure.

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with open fire
Utility.
Electric heating with open fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview, DVD, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Fuel for open fire available to purchase locally
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Roadside parking next to cottage
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop, pub and harbour 1 min walk
Note: This property does not have a garden
Property is close to the beach

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About the location

GARLIESTON

Wigtown 8 miles; Newton Stewart 14 miles.

Garlieston is a small coastal village that nestles on the Machars Peninsula, looking out over Wigtown Bay. It was popular as a fishing and cargo harbour until the 20th century, partly due to the extension of the Wigtownshire Railway. Worth noting is the part played by Garlieston in the development and testing of the Mulberry harbours that were deployed during the D-Day Landings. Today, the harbour provides berthing for leisure and fishing craft and offers a shop and Post Office as well as a traditional inn serving wholesome meals. The gardens of nearby Galloway House date from 1740 and offer a superb network of walks through magical woodland that lead towards the sweeping shoreline. Just north of Garlieston is Wigtown, once a thriving port, and now Scotland’s National Book Town. Apart from the attractive scenery and the varied coastline, the Machars Peninsular offers pretty towns such as Port William, still a working harbour, and Monreith, which was the home of writer Gavin Maxwell and offers a delightful, sandy beach.

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Reviews

“Fabulous cottage with everything we needed and more!”

“A very comfortable home away from home.”

“Most of the windows would not open making the bedrooms very airless and stuffy”

“The seating in the lounge was not particularly comfortable especially the settee at the bottom of the stairs.”

“We´ve been for 5 nights in the "Ducket Cottage" in Garlieston and enjoyed our stay very much.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed the cottage and it was very well equipped.”

“We could not believe how far the owners of the cottage had gone to provide everything needed to make our stay so relaxing.”

“Very nice cottage really enjoyed our week in Garliseton.”

“Was a gorgeous cottage in a lovely village called garlieston everything in the ...”

“We had a wonderful stay, for the second summer running, in Ducket Cottage.”

“Beautiful little cottage, well equipped kitchen.”

“This is an ideally located cottage for exploring a truly lovely area.”

“A lovely clean cottage set in a beautiful location with friendly locals.”

“This is an ideally located cottage for exploring the Isle of whithorn.”

“Nice little cottage.”

“Mr”

“Cosy,comfortable cottage in a lovely location.”

“The cottage was very nice in a good location and quite comfortable.”

“Hot water control thermostat to complicated for the 'simple man'.”

“We had a great time at this lovely cottage.”

“Great location, cottage was exactly as described.”

“The cottage was lovely , everything you need , washer/dryer, plenty of utensils in the kitchen ,sofas.”

“The location being next to the harbour was excellent and the area was great exploring foot or by car.”

“A very well equipped, cosy cottage.”

“The location of the cottage was excellent - close to the harbour and therefore really convenient for evening walks and late afternoon birdwatching.”

“This is a lovely cosy cottage, just off the harbour in a pretty village with shop and pub close by.”

“It was a fantastic break.”

“Completely relaxing break with beautidul views”

“A lovely trip down memory lane, returning to a well loved holiday destination of childhood.”

“It was a lovely cottage right on the Harbour.”

The property

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About the location

GARLIESTON