Longshot Cottage - Self-catering in Dumfries & Galloway
Balmaclellan, Castle Douglas, Dumfries & Galloway
Scotland,
Reino Unido
This forgotten corner of Scotland is blissfully empty – red squirrels, buzzards, kites and otters are its reclusive residents. Among the hills and forests is a farm run by Richard and Mas; going one step further than organic they practice bio-dynamic farming: their 450 acres flourish naturally, there are orchids, mushrooms, and ancient woodland providing pasture for their cattle and sheep. You stay in a carefully revived 100-year-old cottage: floors are locally-sourced oak, the kitchen uses recycled slate, the insulation is sheep's wool. And an adjoining stable is a beamed sun lounge with doors to the large grassy garden. Drink in the views from the open porch while swallows flit in and out of the eaves. Both carpeted bedrooms are cosy and comfy with stunning vistas, one is en suite. You get two living rooms with plenty of lounging space and a wood-burner with a basket of logs. There are basics in the kitchen, bikes to borrow, a well-stocked bookcase, local art on the walls. It is almost eerily peaceful here – people come to write and read, or to bike and sail. Balm for the soul.
Características
- Wheelchair access
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
- Limited mobility
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
- Children welcome
- Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Credit cards
- Credit or debit card payment accepted.
- English spoken
- Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
- Air conditioning
- Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
- Pets welcome
- Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
- Public transport
- Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
- Working farm
- Or vineyard.
- Owner has pets
- Animals living on the property.
- Swimming pool
- On the premises.
- Bikes available
- On the premises to hire or borrow.
- Tennis court
- On the premises.
- Vegetarian meals
- Available on request.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Cash only
- Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
- Food all day
- Food is served all day long.
- Babies welcome
- Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
- Hot tub
- Available to all guests, but may require booking.
- Garden
- Grounds for guests to explore.
- Breakfast
- Available, but may come at extra cost.
- Self check-in
- Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
- EV charger
- Electric vehicle charging point.
Electricity included
Open fire / woodburner
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
Barbecue
Dishwasher
Cooked meals available
Washing machine
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles
Pub within 3 miles
Relaxation areas
Breakfast available
Breakfast included
Oven
Hob
Spa on site
Bar on site
Free parking on site
Free parking nearby
Paid parking nearby
Local points of interest from Mas Smyth & Richard Cunningham:
Puntos de interés sobre la región de
Mas Smyth & Richard Cunningham:
- Amazing sunsets from the cottage - long, long views towards the hills and mountains. And well done in getting here - it's not called the "Hidden Road" for nothing!
- Galloway Activity Centre, on the shores of Loch Ken, has a cheerful cafe; and you can go kayaking, sailing, climbing, mountain biking, wind-surfing, archery as well as have your cake and eat it!
- Check out Kitty's tea room in New Galloway if you want an old fashioned scrumptious treat; tiered plates overflowing with fancy bakes, and cake-names to make you giggle.
- There is proper high-street shopping in Castle Douglas - home-grown delis, competing chocolate shops, authentic craft galleries, home-interior shops and quirky antiques, and everyone seems so friendly ... no neon-signs or double-yellow lines here
- We love going down to the Solway coast, where the sunlight glistens on the mudflats, and the seabirds cry hauntingly like you half remember from your youth. Have a pub supper while you watch the tide come in.
- The castles got ruined hundreds of years ago - there are dozens to explore, and lots of mysteries. Cairnholy is exceptional - standing stones in secret alignments, what do they mean?For good reason, this region is designated a UNESCO Biosphere.
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Balmaclellan, Castle Douglas, Dumfries & Galloway
