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3 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets: No
Features
- Ground floor bedroom
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Seaside
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
42 Customer Reviews
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Verified booking
"The property was cosy for 2, cramped for 3, yet with bedding for 5."
Because of the steep stair and distance to the ground floor bathroom at the back of the house, we opted to sleep in the 2 downstairs single beds instead of the upstairs double bed which would have been our preference. One of the downstairs mattresses was rather uncomfortable so we took turns in the more comfortable bed which meant that neither of us had a particularly restful stay. When our son joined us we found the accommodation rather cramped. During the exceptionally warm spell the upstairs bedroom was also uncomfortably warm with only one opening window, rather a shame as this room has the nicest views and is also the best decorated. The wood burning stove downstairs must make it cosy in winter but neither of the small sofas was very comfortable. There is a nice long garden at the back but it is quite overgrown at the top which is a shame, as otherwise this would be a good spot to enjoy the seaviews and stunning sunsets. The bathroom was fine with a powerful electric shower over the bath. Most of the cupboards were untidy giving the impression that the property isn't very well maintained. The husband tried to be helpful over the phone when we had a problem with the WiFi, but it is difficult to give an overall positive review of this property.
I was disappointed to read this review - most of our guests enjoy their stay at Greystones and we have a couple returning next month for the fifth time! I like to give our visitors flexibility to use the bedrooms as they wish which is why 5 beds were made up, but as it says in the house description it's for letting to 2-3 people - only when family + children are visiting do more beds get used. The upper garden is due to be cut back within days as the top bench is indeed a lovely spot for the spectacular sunsets. I usually have some assistance from my husband whom you spoke to, but his health is now deteriorating. Property Owner
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"Great location with a lovely view of the sea."
An excellent base for exploring the area. A very nice cottage.
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"Beautiful cottage with everything you need."
Cozy feel and very clean. To say there is a road outside your door you hear absolutely nothing and is very peaceful at night. Stunning sea views front and spacious garden to the back. Only a short walk to a cafe, spar and a food take out...but that's it. Only thing we found was you definitely need a car to get out and about so be prepared to travel at least half hour to places. Recommend travelling to mull of Galloway, isle of Whithorn and Port Patrick. All In all we went to relax and that's what we did. Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful cottage!
Thank you for this lovely review! So glad you loved the cottage and found some interesting places to visit! Property Owner
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"The views are outstanding especially from the bedroom window I could sit up there for hours just watching the sea ."
There is everything you could want and more in the cottage it's so comfortable. Port William may seem small but the shop is well stocked with a great selection of goods .
Thank you very much for this great review! The views are indeed pretty special (in all weathers!) and I'm glad you were comfortable. Property Owner
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"This was an amazing cosy cottage in every way, clean tidy and very homely."
Had a lovely winter break, with lots of walking and cosy nights in front of the fire with a good book. The cottage had plenty of books and puzzles to help with entertainment. The only thing I would say and this is a very small thing compared to the whole week, was the shower power. This however did not spoil the week away, I will definitely book to return to this cosy cottage. A big thank you to the owner for thinking of all the cosy things needed.
Thank you very much for this lovely review! The shower was recently changed to a new one, I'll certainly check out the power, thanks for mentioning it. Hope to see you again sometime! Property Owner
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"Greystones is a great little cottage located right on the seafront, cozy and comfortable especially when you light the logburner after a long day out , fantastic veiws out into luce bay it really is a great place to visit."
Thank you very much for this, glad you had a great time at Greystones! Property Owner
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"A lovely cottage with beautiful views."
We were very comfortable.
Thank you, so glad you enjoyed your time at Greystones! Property Owner
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"The cottage was lovely had everything you needed The log burner looked inviting to use but having great weather it wasn't needed ."
Their was lots of books and games etc for kids . The garden was great ,we had lovely weather so made good use of it .It was good having a bedroom downstairs as well as bathroom my 90 year old mum was with us so it meant everything was on the one level for her .Also having washing machine was great. The locality of the cottage was fantastic you looked out onto the sea what a view .Would definitely recommend a visit to the cottage .
I'm so glad you and your mother enjoyed being at the cottage and that you were lucky with the weather. Thank you for the great review! Property Owner
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"Lovely, well equipped and just over the road from the sea!"
! The cottage had everything we needed for a nice, relaxing stay with enough places of interest and good places to eat within a short drive.
Thank you for your lovely review! Property Owner
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"Fabulous property."
Ideal for a relaxing holiday.
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"A lovely house with superb views."
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"Really beautiful place to stay."
Very clean and comfortable with everything you could possibly need. The views are stunning and the location, right by the beach, is perfect for looking at the breathtaking sunsets. We had a lovely holiday.
Thank you very much for this review, I am delighted you enjoyed you stay at Greystones and saw some beautiful sunsets! Property Owner
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"Maybe blinds in the living room for sun and privacy during the day otherwise a great stay."
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"We had a lovely cosy 4 night stay at Greystones for a relaxed and quiet Christmas."
The cottage was very comfortable with everything we needed. We loved the woodburning stove and there was plenty of wood to keep us toasty warm. Waking up to the sound of crashing waves was wonderful and having our morning coffee whilst looking out to sea was very relaxing. .....'What is this life if, full of care, we have no time to 'sit' and stare'! Despite the storm we still managed to get out to the Mull of Galloway lighthouse (as you'd recommended) where we enjoyed a lovely walk with great views (without getting wet). Thank you for our stay in your lovely cottage.
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"Beautiful cottage in a lovely area."
Very comfortable and well equipped, amazing views.
Thank you for all your positive comments - so glad you enjoyed Greystones and the surrounding area! Property Owner
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"A fantastic clean and comfortable cottage with everything you need, plus more."
We loved the peace and quiet, sitting listening to the waves. The local area is quiet but a lovely community spirit, very friendly.
Thank you for this lovely review. Delighted you enjoyed your week at Greystones so much and hope to have you back sometime in the future! Property Owner
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"Lovely cosy house."
Well equipped. Views over the sea with spectacular sunsets. I enjoyed having my breakfast in the back garden.
Thank you for this review - so glad you all had a good time! Property Owner
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"Fantastic view, very quiet and relaxing village."
Cosy, homely cottage. All together a real find as a get away from it all holiday.
I'm so glad you were happy with Greystones - thank you for this review! With best wishes, Vivienne. Property Owner
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"This is the most homely holiday rental I have ever stayed in."
This charming character property had everything we needed on a practical level; everything in the cottage was both thoughtfully and tastefully appointed. We didn’t use the garden much but it was well kept, the lawn mowed mid week, and there were chairs and a table for use if needed. The bedding and soft furnishings were lovely and the overall impression is of a well loved, well used and well cared for cottage. I very much hope we have the opportunity to stay at Greystones again in the future.
Thank you so much for this lovely review, it is much appreciated! When we furnished and equipped it, we were hoping for a "home from home" feel to the house (definitely not minimalist!) and finding the right bits of decor gave me a lot of pleasure, so great to hear you loved it! The upper part of the garden is still a work in progress but you do get lovely views from the bench at the top. The weather is often warm and sunny in May and June, so it's a good time to visit, which I hope you will do again! With best wishes, Vivienne Property Owner
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"Really lovely home from home, well equipped and laid out and ideal location for getting out and about."
Thank you so much! Delighted to hear you were happy with your stay at Greystones. Property Owner
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"Thank you Greystones will be our first choice when we revisit, warm cosy and ..."
Thank you Greystones will be our first choice when we revisit, warm cosy and relaxing with amazing views Perfect for exploring the coast and lovely villages of Galloway handy local shop and cafe great walking Cock inn excellent food and friendly staff Highly recommended Greystones
So glad you enjoyed your week at Greystones and thank you for the lovely review! Property Owner
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"The property is deceptively large inside."
It is comfortable and the views from the front room and upstairs bedroom are amazing. During our week we saw beautiful sunsets, experienced a storm and, explored the area. The house was clean, well equipped and warm. The log burner was a bonus with heat from it permeating throughout the house. The local residents were very friendly and ready to chat.
Thank you for this great review! The sunsets can be amazing all year round and being so close to the water at high tide a storm can be pretty unforgettable too! I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay at Greystones and hope to see you back again sometime. Best wishes, Vivienne. Property Owner
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"Very nice cottage cosy just the width of the road from the sea,very comfortable everything you might need in cottage,nice cafe in village lovely sunsets and very handy for touring the area."
Very quiet and peaceful if that’s what you want would stay again if in the area
So glad you enjoyed your 2 week stay at Greystones and thank you for these lovely comments. Hope to see you again sometime! Property Owner
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"Quaint and quirky has the Port William old school charm."
But too many downsides to this property compared to others in village. Kitchen cluttered and no room for any food or worktop space. Living room fine for 2 or 3 people but no seating for any more as layout again cramped and cluttered. Bedrooms good but did not even unpack as very little storage. Biggest issue is living area is infested with fleas or other biting insects as all left with dozens of bites after stay. No pets allowed so hard to understand! Note left on arrival indicating kitchen drains blocked and use Mr Muscle to unblock if required! A simple cleaning out of plug filter sorted that! Perhaps overall poor cleaning regime? Cleaners at door 10am sharp ushering us out. Not a very inviting or hospitable stay.
Thank you for your review. I was disappointed to see the issues you had with our lovely little property. I have had a strict No Pets policy in place during my 6 years ownership (also No Smoking inside the house!!) so I doubt the insects were fleas but you could have been bitten by midges outside or coming in through open windows. No-one before or since has mentioned this. I'm sorry there wasn't enough seating for folk you invited in. The property has adequate seating in the sitting room for 3 people (+ window seat) and there is a picnic bench seating 8 on the back patio, plus 3 garden chairs. The kitchen "blocked sink issue" was advisory only. This is an old cottage with narrow drainage pipes which can be slow to drain if cooking fat, for example, is poured down. With best wishes Vivienne. Property Owner
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"Lovely little cottage in the picturesque village of Port William in Dumfries and Galloway."
Accommodation was very well equipped with everything you could possibly need for a short stay. Beds were comfortable and the wood burner gave off an incredible amount of heat. The window seat in the bedroom was ideal for looking out over the water watching the world go by. A very good location for exploring this part of the country.
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"Cosy and comfortable cottage."
Downside was the bathroom which was at the back of the property with very steep stairs to contend with. The view from the upstairs double bedroom was amazing. However the beach was inaccessible and very stony. Overall enjoyed our stay even with the atrocious weather!
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay despite being there during Storms Dudley and Eunice! I am always happy to make up the downstairs bedroom with 2 single beds. There is a photo on the website of the steep stairs up to the double bedroom. Directly opposite the property is a low sea wall. 200m approximately along the road to the right is "Second Sands", with parking, picnic tables and access on to a stretch of sandy beach (except at high tide) for people and boats. Thank you again for visiting. Property Owner
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"A super cottage in a great location."
Perfect base to explore the sea fishing opportunities east and west of THE PORT.The pier itself was so handy for short sessions when the weather permitted.Will provide details of venues at a later date from Stairhaven to Monrieth. A REEL FIND!!
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"Perfect in every way!"
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"Wow! Just wonderful - so cosy and comfy."
Loved the fire - just lit it one night, wonderful. Bed was so comfy - bed sheets so soft! Great kitchen - we stayed in and cooked two nights and everything there that we needed. Just loved our stay - we will re-book soon.
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"This little cottage was excellent it had everything you could need for a stay ."
everything was easy to use the woodburner was all set too with a gd supply of logs and kindling as well . lots of games/puzzles/jigsaw and stuff in case you where stuck for something to do . saved the best bit to last the views absolutely outstanding from upstairs and downstairs on a clear day the views of the mull of galloway are beautiful . fantastic stay and if we decided to come to the area would have no hesitation in staying at greystones again .
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"The house is very well equipped with tea towels, kitchen utensils etc."
,a clothes line and pegs . The heating, the shower and the cooker were so easy to use. The cottage was lovely and the views and the garden so enjoyable.
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"A real home from home, views are outstanding."
.couldent fault the place !
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"Greystones is a comfortable and very well-equipped cottage, and the extra touches like local maps and guide books really helped us make the most of the area."
The cottage is beautifully decorated - a lovely home to relax in.
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"This cottage is a little gem in a lovely village, it is tastefully decorated and we were looking forward to enjoying our stay, however this cott age has not been deep cleaned for covid, thecleaner must clean round things instead of moving them, we found empty lager cans under the sofa and the floors were full of bits, we had to hoover."
The kitchen and bathroom could also do with a good clean, things were grimy. It may seem we are being petty but with the current situation surely cleanliness is a must, however the lady who owns it was very informative and helpful and may not be aware of the situation if she doesn't visit often.
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"Overall, I was very happy - the only slight negative was the cottage was not as clean as it could have been."
Microwave required cleaning internally before use & a couple of other areas in the kitchen & bathroom also required cleaning before use, which was disappointing. That said, overall very much enjoyed my stay.
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"Very comfy cottage."
Views from both inside the cottage and the garden were great.
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"My concern is often about parking near the property."
In this case I needn’t have worried. There was plenty of space. The directions were good and we had no difficulty finding our cottage. The views from the upstairs windows are brilliant. We had a good view of the sunset and, later in the week, of the rough seas. Very impressive! Wigtown is the Scottish book town and we got quite a few bargains. Parking in the town is ample. We had a good holiday.
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"The cottage was very comfortable, and the fire was amazing!"
We had a lovely time there even if we had a bit of a drive to get anywhere. We managed to visit Castle Kennedy, Belfast (to see the Titanic Exhibition), and the Mull of Galloway. There is a fantastic Italian Restaurant in Sorle. Such a surprise.
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"We had a lovely stay at Greystones Cottage, the owner was very friendly and informative, the cottage was cosy, and it was the perfect location to relax and unwind and watch the seabirds on the shore and the magnificent sunsets."
We also had wall to wall sunshine, every single day, which made our holiday complete.
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"A very peaceful cottage that helped us to unwind as soon as we arrived."
The markdown in comfort was only because of the sofas in the lounge which we found a little uncomfortable for us personally. The seating in the bedroom was a smashing idea. Would visit again.
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"The cottage was on the sea front with fantastic views."
It was very well equipped and comfortable with a lovely garden. The cottage was ideally located to explore the area of Galloway.. We left feeling relaxed and refreshed.
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"The cottage has a lovely open outlook to sea and a lovely upstairs bag window to watch the world to by"
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x ground floor with 2 single beds, 1 x family room with double and single bed
- Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Kitchen
- Living/dining room with woodburning stove
- Electric heating with woodburning stove
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine
- TV with freeview, WiFi
- Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot available on request
- Roadside parking for 1 car
- Enclosed back garden with lawned area, patio and furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 0.4 miles, cafe 0.5 miles
- Please note: stairs are steeper than average up to the main bedroom
- Please take care
The property
Greystones Holiday Cottage is a beachfront terrace located in the Dumfries and Galloway village of Port William.
This charming accommodation enjoys beautiful views across Luce Bay to the Mull of Galloway, the southernmost tip of Scotland.
It is ideal for a small family or couple looking to get away-from-it-all and experience a rejuvenating holiday by the sea.
A cosy sitting room awaits your arrival after a bracing walk along the waterfront.
Kick off your shoes in the porchway and snuggle up on the sofa in front of the charming woodburning stove, which adds character to the room.
If nothing takes your fancy on TV, simply take in the views of the rocky shores directly across the road.
The galley-style kitchen boasts an electric cooker, so you can rustle up one of your home recipes and dine together at the table in the living room.
The ground floor also plays host to a single bedroom, with views out to the rear garden.
And at the top of the staircase is the family bedroom, with exposed beams and opportunity to catch the orange sun setting for another day, so long as the weather will allow.
Port William has a small harbour, where you can enjoy some commercial and recreational fishing.
There is also a general store, Post Office and within three miles is a golf course.There is also a licenced Cafe.
Stroll along the waterfront and stop off for lunch or a glass of wine at the scenic harbourside café.
Further afield, you have Galloway Forest Park offering dramatic scenery, a Red Deer Range as well the Wild Goat Park.
With a beautiful, unspoilt coastline, perfect for walking and cycling as well as birdwatching and an array of other outdoor activities, Greystones Holiday Cottage is the ideal getaway for a seaside break.
EPC Rating: Band F
EPC Rating: Band F
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: DG-00249-F
Where you’ll be staying
PORT WILLIAM
Wigtown 10 miles; Newton Stewart 17 miles.
Dating from the end of the eighteenth century, the fishing village of Port William sits on the east side of Luce Bay on the Machars peninsula in the Dumfries and Galloway region of Scotland. There is much history in the area from early Christian sites through to more recent smuggling activities. The picturesque harbour that dates from the 18th century offers sea angling and is ideal for sailors too. There is a statue of a bronze otter erected in memory of Gavin Maxwell, author of ‘Ring of Bright Water’. His family home, Monreith House, is nearby and Maxwell used to exercise his otter on the beach below the house. Oscar Kokoschka, one of the twentieth century’s best known expressionist painters, spent time here during the Second World War. Today Port William is an attractive fishing village within easy reach of sandy beaches, a 9 hole links course just 2 miles away, walking and cycling in the Galloway hills and the cafés and shops of Wigtown, designated as Scotland’s first Book Town. Carnival Week is traditionally held in the first week in August with a wealth of events and attractions. Nature lovers will be drawn to the many nature reserves in the area as well as the childhood home of Gavin Maxwell at Elrig, just along the coast.
Please note: stairs are steeper than average up to the main bedroom. Please take care.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season