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Barley Cottage

(Ref. 1129755)

Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway - Extended 0.02 Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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  • cottage (9)
  • lovely (9)
  • our (8)
  • no (7)
  • river (6)
  • balcony (6)

17 Customer Reviews

  • "Beautiful setting hadn’t realised there was no access to a garden from the cottage."

    My old dog is up in the night so I had to dress and take her down the street to a grassy area several times a night. A bit scary. The balcony is lovely in the morning and the situation close to the river was lovely. The cottage was cosy and well equipped.

    Reviewed by Anne4.4★Apr 2025

  • "A really good holiday house in a beautiful location overlooking the river."

    Very well equipped kitchen.The electric fire does not seem to work at the moment and the Tv seems to have a life of its own.Great to be able to park outside the door.Will be back again.

    Thank you for the feedback and I can confirm that the electric fire is now working. I have also added a step by step guide on how to use the TV. We look forward to welcoming you back to Barley Cottage. Kind regards Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sally4.7★Mar 2025

  • "Just very pleased cannot fault anything."

    Nice situation. Lovely welcome pack left.

    Reviewed by David5.0★Mar 2025

  • "A really lovely cottage,well equipped & locals are very helpful & friendly"

    Reviewed by Judy5.0★Oct 2024

  • "Property was great."

    Unfortunately we had no running hot water for 5 days. The owner was quick to respond when we reported it, but was unable to resolve it by the time of our departure.

    Reviewed by Steve4.1★Sep 2024

  • "A lovely property, nicely decorated and furnished."

    Quite homely which is I find unusual for holiday accomodation. 4* because I had to take the dog out every time she needed to pee as no access from the property to garden space

    Reviewed by William5.0★Aug 2024

  • "Possibly one of the best places we have ever stayed to be honest,ideal location lots of places to visit and the cottage to die for,to be fair we did miss having a little garden to sit out in when the weather was decent which was not that often to be fair but that will be put to one side because the view from the balcony was superb."

    ...everything in the cottage was superb so happy with our choice of accommodation hopefully will visit again,big thanks for the goodies that were left for us...just wonderful.

    Thank you for the lovely feedback and glad you enjoyed your stay. We’d be delighted to welcome you back any time. Also thank you for leaving the house so well looked after. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kevin5.0★Aug 2024

  • "A lovely property."

    Very clean and comfortable. In a good location for travelling around the local area. Lots of provisions on arrival, e.g milk, butter, bread etc. more than in other properties we've stayed at. A very enjoyable holiday.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback and glad you enjoyed your stay. It’s good to know that the welcome pack is appreciated. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gillian5.0★Jun 2024

  • "Second time at barley cottage like home from home took our 18th old grandson ..."

    Second time at barley cottage like home from home took our 18th old grandson this time he loved it especially the balcony

    Thanks Donna and hope you can make it a third time! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Donna5.0★Jun 2024

  • "Booked again in October, thank you"

    Thank you for booking again Shirley. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Shirley5.0★Jun 2024

  • "This has been our third visit to barley cottage."

    Lovely setting, clean cottage and well stocked with every essential. We will return in future

    Reviewed by Steve5.0★Jun 2024

  • "We had a lovely holiday at Barley Cottage."

    It was lovely and clean and well equipped and the breakfasts overlooking the river were a perfect start to our days. We really appreciated the welcome pack after our journey up. I think we will be back, we found the cottage and the village a relaxing place to be.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback Carolyn. We’d love to welcome you back some time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carolyn5.0★May 2024

  • "It would have been good to have a book to write our comments in and also to express our thanks for the various welcome goodies provided."

    Thank you Pam. The book is there now for you to write in if you make it back again some time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Pam5.0★May 2024

  • "We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at Barley Cottage."

    The property was just perfect and had everything in it you would require. The "welcome" items were such a surprise and very much appreciated. The scenery from the cottage overlooking the River Cree was just stunning. The property is situated in a great place allowing easy access to the surrounding towns/villages nearby.

    Thank you Ken. Glad you enjoyed your stay and we’d be happy to welcome you back any time. Susan Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ken5.0★Apr 2024

  • "A really cosy cottage, beautifully maintained and spotlessly clean."

    Lovely views from the lounge and balcony over the River Cree. Newton Stewart is a great little town with lots of independent shops and everything you need is within walking distance of the cottage. A great base for exploring the area, especially if you are keen on walking and birdwatching.

    Thank you Tracy for your kind comments. It’s much appreciated. So glad you found everything you needed to enjoy your stay in our lovely area. Susan Property Owner

    Reviewed by Tracy5.0★Dec 2023

  • "Spacious, comfy cottage with fab balcony overlooking River Cree, quiet area, off street parking, easy walk to town."

    Provided everything I could possibly need. Would definitely stay again.

    Thank you Sherry for giving such nice feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Susan Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sherry5.0★Dec 2023

  • "Lovely property, clean, comfortable beds, balcony a real bonus."

    Off street parking if preferred and a garage, though we parked on the street as no charge to do so. We were lucky with the weather so had our breakfast on the balcony each morning and sat watching the fly fishermen trying to catch the salmon in the evening. Must say the cormorant was much better at it. Location is good, a short walk to shops and a no charge car park in the town if you prefer to drive. We will definitely be staying there again.

    Thank you for your lovely comments Carol and look forward to welcoming you on your next visit. Susan Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carol5.0★Sep 2023

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room with electric fire
  • Balcony
  • Electric central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Freeview TV, DVD player and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. rent
  • Off-road parking for 1 car at rear of property, along with available road side parking
  • One well behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.3 miles, pub, 0.4 miles

The property

Settled at the heart of the lively Scottish town of Newton Stewart, lies this quaint, two-bedroom holiday home, Barley Cottage.

Perfect for a family or friends sharing, this charming abode has everything you and your loved ones will need for a relaxing, self-catered getaway.

Inside, be sure to utilise the fully-equipped kitchen, where delicious, home-cooked meals can be rustled up to be enjoyed at the dining table in the well-laid out living/dining room, complete with plush seating, Freeview TV and a warming electric fire.

As the afternoon rolls into the evening, take a glass of your favourite tipple onto the outdoor balcony, a peaceful setting that enjoys excellent views of the tranquil, flowing waters of the River Cree, before you soak in a long, hot bath and eventually retire for a rejuvenating slumber in an inviting double bed.

After you've enjoyed a morning coffee, be sure to explore your local area by stopping for a cold pint at the Cree Inn, or book a table at the No.4 restaurant if the designated chef fancies a break from cooking duties one evening.

During your stay, it would be a waste not to pay a visit to The Museum Newton Stewart, where you can brush up on your local history.

Hop in the car, and stop by the historic landmark of Druchtag Motte on your journey to the fishing village of Port William, where you can enjoy a picnic on the scenic grounds of Maxwell Park before continuing down the coast to the Historic Scotland viewpoint of Barsalloch Fort.

Castle Douglas is further afield, where you can roam the calm, picturesque mansion grounds of Threave Garden.

Bring your nearest and dearest for a memorable stay in Scotland when booking Barley Cottage.

Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: DG-00197-F

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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Where you’ll be staying

NEWTON STEWART

Port William 17.2 miles; Kirkcudbright 28 miles; Castle Douglas 30.4 miles;

The market town of Newton Stewart, famous for its salmon and trout fishing, lies in a superb location between the serene rolling countryside of the Machars to the south and the Galloway Forest Park to the north. The area is steeped in history. The first Christian missionary to Scotland landed at The Machars, founding the first church in AD 397 in Whithorn. The Whithorn Dig Visitor Centre lies on the site and displays material dug up over years of excavations. The beautiful coastline is a mixture of sandy beaches and rocky shores teeming with birdlife, whilst inland there is superb walking country to be discovered in the Galloway Hills and Forest Park. Sailing, riding and fishing are all available locally and there are plenty of excellent courses to keep the keen golfer busy.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

  • Rent
  • Extras
  • Fees

excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

There are a small number of circumstances where you can’t use Flexible Cancellation. See the Flexible Cancellation Terms that apply.