Guests say
Solway Cottage in Annan is praised for its ideal location near the beach and friendly neighbourhood, offering restful stays and great walks. Guests appreciate the well-equipped, comfortable interiors and the thoughtful welcome packs, though these are not guaranteed. Some concerns over cleanliness and maintenance are noted, but overall, the cottage is well-regarded for its charm and the peaceful village setting.
While many guests found the cottage to be clean and well-maintained, there were several mentions of cleanliness issues, including dog hair and dust. These were not the majority, indicating that while generally clean, there is room for improvement in this area.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, friendly locals, and scenic walks. The peaceful village of Powfoot and the nearby amenities in Annan contribute to the high rating for location.
Guests generally find the cottage comfortable, with a well-equipped kitchen and cosy living space. However, some guests mentioned issues with the beds and seating, suggesting that while comfort is high, it could be enhanced with better mattresses and sofas.
The cottage is commended for its facilities, including a secure garden and a well-stocked welcome pack. Some guests noted the absence of certain amenities and suggested updates, indicating that while facilities are good, there is potential for improvement.
Many guests were delighted by the welcome packs and the dog-friendly touches, reflecting the owners' thoughtfulness. However, as these packs are a complimentary gesture and not guaranteed, the score reflects the overall positive reception of these thoughtful extras.
About this property
Annan 3.7 miles.
Solway Cottage is recently refurbished with Scottish décor theme throughout, a modern kitchen and a beautiful bathroom makeover with a large walk in shower. Kick off your sandy shoes in the porch and step into the newly modernised kitchen, which is well-equipped for all your culinary desires, including an electric oven and hob to cook up a storm! Settle down at the wooden dining table in the bright and airy living/dining room, to enjoy a tasty meal together and discuss the day’s events flooded with natural light from the double windows, the space is the perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploring. For alfresco dining, take your meals outside to the gravelled garden where you can savour a glass of wine beside the beautiful fir tree. As the evening comes to an end, choose from a beautiful king-size bed or two twin beds, both rooms presented to a lovely standard with ample storage space. Wake-up to a refreshing shower in the beautiful bathroom with large modern walk-in shower and help yourself to the coffee-maker to enjoy a steaming cup of coffee as you plan the exciting day ahead with your loved ones. For an enchanting escape to the coast, stay at Solway Cottage. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1081476, together sleeping 9 people. EPC Rating: Band F
Resting betwixt East Dumfries and Galloway is the town of Annan, which is rich in history of Roman camps and where Thomas Carlyle worked. The town celebrates the Riding of the Marches each year, where you can see parades and competitions. The area boasts scenic villages, hamlets and a stunning coastline with hidden coves and sandy beaches. Nearby is Caerlaverock Castle, Scotland's most ruined castle, steeped in history.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size bed and 2 x twin beds.
Walk in shower, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room.
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer.
TV, Bluetooth speaker, CD player & CDs, selection of games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Wi-Fi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking.
Enclosed gravelled area with patio and furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Shop 3.4 miles, pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.2 miles.
Note: No stag/hen or similar.
Please note that owner can accommodate 10 people if booked with Solway Firth View Ref: 1081476
Nearby points of interest
- Annandale Distillery
- Robert Burns House
- Moat Brae
- Caerlaverock Castle
Reviews (34)
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Heather
Great nights sleep. So close to the beach. Friendly community, excellent pub with food and cafe at the caravan park. Very dog friendly. Planning to book for next year. And we saw the northern lights. Amazing
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Veronica
Had all we needed for the week. Lots of information for things to do in the area. Lovely location near the beach. Note, there are no shops in Powfoot so come prepared. Nearest supermarket etc is in Annan.
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Martin
It has an excellent bathroom with a decent shower. The kitchen is small but fine for a week. The bedrooms are small but OK & with plenty of hanging space & drawers. The lounge/diner is large & airy, but suffers from 2 weaknesses which should be remedied quickly. The first is there is only one lamp - so we had to move that to the dining table to eat in the evenings and then unplug it & move it back to the side of the sofa afterwards. A second lamp would cost very little but enhance the experience significantly. The worst feature of this property by a mile is the television. It is not a SMART, so it's not connectable to the Wi-Fi, and therefore it's impossible to connect to Netflix/Amazon Prime/BBC i-Player/X. It isn't even possible to connect your mobile to the set with wires - as the set is so old it only has the old video connections - no USB connections. This is really something the owner should address - these days everyone uses catch-up TV, and not having access to it was a negative. The welcome pack was nice & much appreciated too.