Guests say
Fleetbank is a well-appointed cottage in Castle Douglas, praised for its comfort, including cosy beds and a hot tub. It's pet-friendly and beautifully decorated, offering a relaxing break with family-friendly amenities. The location is convenient, close to parks, shops, and walks. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the property generally exceeds expectations with its cleanliness and thoughtful touches.
The property is described as 'beautifully clean', indicating a high standard of cleanliness. One mention of a stain in a bedroom suggests a slight deduction, but overall, the cleanliness is highly regarded.
The cottage's location is appreciated for its proximity to parks, shops, and scenic walks. However, parking difficulties due to nearby popular spots slightly affect the score.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the addition of a hot tub enhances the comfort level. Some suggestions for improvement in bedroom amenities are made, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The property is well-equipped, but feedback suggests room for improvement in facilities and maintenance, such as garden security for pets, curtain lining, and additional storage. The presence of a hot tub is a positive aspect.
While the reviews mention thoughtful touches like good bedding and shower products, there is no specific mention of gifts. Therefore, it's not possible to assess the thoughtfulness based on gifts, and the score is set to null.
About this property
Fleetbank is a contemporary, detached home resting in Gatehouse of Fleet, Dumfries and Galloway. Perfect for a getaway with friends or family, the interior of this large property is open-plan and stylish, with ample space to relax, whilst to the exterior lies a private garden, a haven for entertaining, and unwinding, with an indulgent hot tub on offer. Park to the roadside, taking in the grandeur of your new home, before heading indoors to reach the living space. Be wowed by the sleek kitchen, fully-equipped with all of the essentials, a dedicated dining area for eight, and plenty of plush seating, with a woodburning stove to light on cooler evenings. Throw open the patio doors and carry your conversation outside, with a delightful space to take advantage of, where you can pull up a chair and toast to your getaway, before retreating to the luxury hot tub. Four beautifully appointed bedrooms are on offer, starting on the ground floor with a four-poster king-size with en-suite; travel upstairs to locate a king-size with en-suite, a further king-size, and a twin (zip/link), all serviced by a sleek bathroom with roll-top bath, and handy cloakroom. Venture into Gatehouse of Fleet, a charming and picturesque town, with a selection of amenities to benefit from, including the Masonic Arms pub and No.1 Fleet Street@The Ship Inn, resting near the waterside; for outdoor enthusiasts, Cally Gardens and Trusty's Hill hiking area within reach, with beautiful scenes to add to your itinerary. Continue your journey across Dumfries and Galloway, visiting the nearby town of Kirkcudbright with its galleries and museums, the artistic town of Newton Stewart, and the food-lovers paradise of Castle Douglas, all within easy reach of Fleetbank. Here you will find captivating landscapes, stunning scenery, and a plethora of activities to enjoy during your stay in the area. Discover the beauty and culture of Dumfries and Galloway, all from Fleetbank.
Peaceful in its pastel colours, the small country town of Gatehouse of Fleet lies on the Solway Firth, in the midst of Dumfries & Galloway countryside, with good sandy beaches a five-minute drive away. The town was founded in the 1760s as a mill community, and today the nearby Mill on the Fleet - a visitor centre in a former bobbin mill - tells the tale of Gatehouse’s cotton-spinning days. Today, there are several shops in the town including a small supermarket, chemist, bank and Post Office, along with two book/gift shops, a kilt-making centre and two cafes. All four pubs in the town have restaurant facilities and welcome children. Castle Douglas, a 15-minute drive away, offers an extensive range of shops, Threave Gardens and boating on Carlingwark Loch.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size on request).
Bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Central heating.
Gas Range oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking.
Rear garden with patio, Astro turf, furniture and hot tub.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.2 miles.
Note: There are steps to the exterior, please take care.
Note: There is a curve in the staircase; please take care
Nearby points of interest
- Carsluith Castle
- Galloway Activity Centre
- Crafty Distillery
Reviews (5)
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Shaunna
Good location next to shops & places to eat, nice walks nearby . Just wish it was kingsize beds in the en-suite bedrooms . Hooks for dressing gown at hot tub would be good. Would definitely return
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Julie
As I'm from an interior back ground there was a few things. Missing from bedrooms more storage tv in rooms a console unit with mirror and chair in the main bedroom upstairs for doing your hair and makeup. Sorting out the curtains mainly upstairs they need lined .shortened and make in to eyelets. Nasty mark in top bedroom carpet looked like a pooh stain needs attention. Back garden has holes were our big dog kept escaping we had to up chairs around to make it safe. Couldn't find ironing board. Could do with a bigger fridge and freezer. Parking outside the house was like winning the lottery .mainly people going to the ship for food would park in front of the house and think nothing of it. Was very impressed with the good bedding and mattresses and towels.and shower products used. Sofas were nice apart from horrible nylon covers over them. For the price there is a few things that need to be done to be 5 star rating.
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Corinna
Lots of useful things, beautifully clean and lovely location. Thankyou