Hereford Cottage
ID: S223948
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Hereford Cottage in Dalbeattie offers a peaceful rural retreat with friendly owners and idyllic views. Guests appreciate the property's spaciousness, comfortable beds, and the presence of a hot tub, though some noted it could benefit from updates. The farm setting with animals adds charm, and the location is praised for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions.
Several reviews mention the need for a deeper clean, with specific references to dust, cobwebs, and mould. However, some guests found their accommodations tidy, indicating inconsistency in cleanliness standards.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, idyllic, and great for a quiet getaway, with beautiful views and a rural farm setting that guests enjoy.
Comfort receives mixed reviews; while some guests found the cottage and beds comfortable and warm, others suggested the furniture was not very comfortable and the property could use some updating for enhanced comfort.
Facilities are noted to be adequate by some, but others report maintenance issues such as problems with the hot tub, wifi, and household appliances. The lack of instructions for white goods and the non-existent or poor wifi connection are recurring concerns.
There is insufficient information regarding the presence of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, so a score cannot be accurately given for this category.
About this property
Set within a group of ten properties resting on the outskirts of Dalbeatties in south west Scotland, Hereford Cottage is a charming property offering ground-floor accommodation. Enjoy the company of your family and friends within the open-plan living space and settle into the plush sofas before the TV with a classic film, or gather around the dining table for a favourite board game you’ve brought along. The kitchen has been fitted with all the necessary appliances you need to rustle up delightful meals or prepare some sandwiches for when you are out and about. Once the evening draws to a close, retire to the double bedrooms, with the master boasting its own en-suite shower room, so you don't have to fight over the bathroom in the morning! There is a family bathroom with the choice of a bath or shower cubicle to start your day. Take a refreshing drink out to the enclosed garden and enjoy a spot of alfresco dining, before stepping into the bubbling hot tub to relax. Hereford Cottage is the perfect choice for a family break to Scotland. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1018315, 1026862, 1026864, 1026865, 1026866, 1026867, 1026870, 1026871, 1026874, together sleeping 54 guests.
Nestled in Scotland, a few miles from the bustling town of Dumfries, is the charming town of Dalbeattie. There is access to a number of pubs, restaurants, shops and supermarkets for your amenities, whilst Dumfries provides a larger choice. Make sure you explore the surrounding countryside, with stunning views and long walks available, as well as hiking and mountain biking for those feeling more adventurous.
Accommodation
All ground-floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Biomass wood boiler.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freewview and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchairs available on request.
Off-road parking.
Enclosed garden and patio area with furniture and hot tub.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.5 miles and pub 2.3 miles.
Please note: Due to the rural location the WiFi can be intermittent.
Please note: If the hot tub is required there is an additional cost of £60, please contact Sykes if you wish to use the hot tub.
Nearby points of interest
- Caerlaverock Castle
- Robert Burns House
- Moat Brae
- Galloway Activity Centre
Reviews (22)
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Angela
Unfortunately Sykes forgot to let the owners know the hottub was paid for so it was a few days before we could use it. Sykes have refunded the £60 however I did not use it because the water jets pumped out some gunge. The cottage itself really needs decorating and a good clean. The kitchen extracter fan for instance was dirty, there were mouse traps under the sink cupboard, a very stained sofa in the master bedroom and the en-suite roller blind was dirty and did not fit correctly. The shower has lots of grout mould on the tiles. Hence we stayed in the other room. It was a good sized bed and the bedding was clean. The curtains on the left as you go through the door were coming off the rail ( hooks missing) and wouldnât close properly. The patio curtains very short in the lounge. The vent in the bathroom was extremely dusty and cobwebby All in all it didnât spoil our holiday we went out every day. I loved Dotty the spotty pig on the farm and the scenery is beautiful, loved watching the Kites soaring in the sky.
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Thomas
On turning onto side road it was signed turn right, wrong that was a road to hell,on arrival the reception was poor just handed the keys, the cottage wasnât dirty dirty but it was dirty and benefit from a deep clean,some light bulbs not working, the curtain rail in living room collapsed reported Thursday am and it hadnât been repaired when we left. There wasnât Evan a pint of milk on arrival. No hair dryer for the ladies, so not up to Sykes standard that we usually experience.
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Pauline
The location is ideal; it's nice to be in a rural location on a working farm. Our first impressions of this place was the drive up an awful farm track - probably ok if you drive a 4x4 but my little hatchback really struggled and I was concerned about damage to the underside/exhaust as the track was so bad. The cottage itself could have been cleaner - there was quite a thick layer of dust on the headboard in the main bedroom and a huge, thick cobweb in the corner which must have been there for ages. Even if you wanted to give things a clean, nothing is provided. The only things provided were a bottle of washing-up liquid, dishwater tablets, 2 small scourers, a dust pan and brush as well as half a toilet roll in each bathroom! The main bedroom is advertised as a king size with en-suite which is misleading as the bed is definitely a double! In the en-suite toilet, the flush didn't work and it took 3 phone calls to get anything done. When the chap eventually turned up, he was armed with a large bucket of water and a plunger as the message he got was the toilet was blocked (despite 3 messages saying the flush didn't work)!! It was eventually fixed but as my husband has mobility issues, the en-suite was essential. For the first 2 days, 4 adults had to use the one toilet - definitely not ideal. In the kitchen, one of the cupboard doors fell off as soon as we opened it and the large flip-top bin didn't have a lid, which was very unhygienic. Everything was sorted on the Monday, but it was very frustrating not being able to contact anyone for 1.5 days. The hot tub was unusable as it was stuck under trees which would make it very difficult to get in or out of. It was actually really dirty-looking because of all the leaves etc falling off the trees. The only instructions provided were for the TV and fridge, which I'm sure most people would know how to work! You're left to try and work out how to use the microwave, washing machine, dishwasher and oven! You are told the WiFi is intermittent but it's actually non-existent but if it is available at times, you're not given the details or password. Other little things need attention - curtains are either hanging off the rails or don't actually fit the windows; the living room door doesn't shut and the main bedroom shuts so well, it's incredibly difficult to open. For 4 adults, you are provided with 5 dinner plates but only 3 cereal bowls, 4 table mats but only 3 coasters, no sugar bowl or jug. A little more care and attention would make this property quite stunning.