Guests say
Guests consistently praise Fish House for its stunning views, spaciousness, and high-quality furnishings. The property's cleanliness and well-equipped facilities contribute to a comfortable stay. The conservatory is a highlight, offering panoramic views of the estuary. While the location is appreciated for its beauty and tranquillity, some guests suggest minor improvements for safety and accessibility. Overall, the property provides a memorable and relaxing holiday experience.
Reviewers frequently mention the spotless condition of Fish House, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful views and proximity to the town and beaches, though care is needed due to the nearby road.
Comfort is a standout feature, with guests noting the cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and the warmth of the property.
Facilities are well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and ample parking, though there are suggestions for additional safety features and some concerns about Wi-Fi connectivity.
While many reviews reflect positive experiences, there is no specific mention of gifts or extra thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, so a score cannot be given.
About this property
Kirkcudbright 2 miles. This is a lovely ex-fishermans cottage situated not far from the town of Kirkcudbright within Dumfries and Galloway. With stunning views across Kirkcudbright Bay to Little Ross Island and the open sea beyond this delightful cottage is ideal for families and friends wishing to get away from it all. Overlooking The Fish Pool in the Dee Estuary, the cottage enjoys great views of fishing boats and yachts coming and going from Kirkcudbright harbour and the constantly changing estuary scene and its wildlife. You enter the house into the hall from where you can access all the other rooms. The sun room has stunning views across Kirkcudbright Bay to Little Ross Island and beyond. There is comfortable seating and a telescope to fully enjoy the views, together with a HiFi with Bluetooth and CDs. The separate sitting room has a dining area and also has views across the estuary, with a woodburner, TV with FreeSat and DVD. There is a well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare lovely meals, maybe using some fresh local fish from Kirkcudbright, to be enjoyed in the dining area of the sitting room. The bedrooms consist of a king-size double with en-suite shower, a double bedroom and a twin bedroom, both with views over the estuary. The final bedroom is a childs bunk bedded room with a video-only TV and a highchair if needed, as well as a selection of games to keep everyone happy. The cottage has two bathrooms both with the luxury of underfloor heating, one with bath and separate shower and the other with a bath with shower over, so there should never be any rows about needing a bathroom! Outside, there is a lawn, across the road with picnic bench, spectacular sea views and direct access to the seashore while Dhoon Bay is approximately a ten minute walk away. Many sea birds can be seen from the house and red kites are spreading throughout the area. Kirkcudbright is a very attractive small town with a busy little fishing and yachting harbour. There is a good selection of shops and galleries and a unique artistic heritage linked to the Glasgow School of Art and the Scottish Colourists. During the summer the town runs an extensive programme of events and activities. The local coast has an interesting mix of headlands, bays, beaches and villages. A little further afield, there are well-known little harbours such as the Isle of Whithorn and Port Patrick and the stunning headland of the Mull of Galloway with its RSPB bird reserve and lighthouse open to the public. There are attractive towns such as Castle Douglas or Wigtown and Gatehouse of Fleet. Famous gardens in the area include the National Trust for Scotlands Threave Gardens near Castle Douglas and the Logan Botanic Gardens near Port Patrick, just over an hours drive away. There are also many outdoor activities available in the area, including sea fishing, cycling and mountain biking, sailing and canoeing, horse riding, extreme sports and even tank driving, whilst kids will love the Cream o Galloway activity centre and Cocoa Bean chocolate and activity centre which are both only a short drive away. EPC Rating: Band E
The historic and picturesque town of Kirkcudbright sits on the banks of the tidal waters of the River Dee, on the north Solway shore. Established as a Royal burgh in 1455, giving it status to trade with ports outside Scotland, Kirkcudbright has always been supported by a busy fishing trade and is home to a blue flag marina.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x childrens bunk with TV (for video use only).
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburner.
Sun room.
Oil central heating and underfloor heating in bathrooms and woodburner.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs (one with FreeSat, one for video use only), DVD, CD, WiFi, selection of books, games, children's videos and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Front garden with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 miles.
Note: The garden is on the other side of the road from the house, across a busy road and care should be taken.
Note: There is a drop from the lawn onto the sand and again care should be taken.
Note: Swimming is not advised from the garden; Dhoon Bay, a popular local swimming beach, is about 10 minutes walk from the house.
Note: There can be shooting in the local area during the months of October, November, December and January.
Note: Max 6 adults.
Nearby points of interest
- Carsluith Castle
- Galloway Activity Centre
Reviews (34)
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Alison
For the first 3 nights we had 6 adults, a 10 year old, a 4 year old and a dog. The house was very comfortable and accommodated us well. My husband, dog and I enjoyed the rest of our stay very much. The only negative we had was not being able to turn off the towel rail and heated floor in the master bathroom. It was unseasonably warm for October and not being able to open the bedroom window meant it was a bit too warm. We will definitely recommend and hopefully be able to return to Fish House
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Lesley
It had everything we needed. The beach is close by and shops in Kirkcudbright are very handy. We can certainly recommend eating at the Kirkcudbright Bay Hotel. The view from both the house and the picnic table across the road is absolutely amazing! Care is needed when crossing over road and when reversing the car into the spacious parking space, because of the bend in the road and passing traffic. But we all came away feeling very relaxed after our stay. Thank you.
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Raymond
Top quality crockery and cookware. Plenty hot water , great modern bathrooms with 2 baths. Loads of character in the living areas. Take care when entering the cottage from the road. The chippy cooks to order so everything is fresh. The Garret is good for food at a fair price.Note the Tesco is not a superstore however there is a large one in Castle Douglas⦠Kirkcubright and surrounding areas are lovely places to visit .There is also cracking views from the Fish House conservatory .