Gardeners Cottage, Penninghame, Newton Stewart
ID: S480314
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets Yes
Guests say
Gardeners Cottage in Penninghame, Newton Stewart, is praised for its peaceful location, comfortable beds, and good shower. Guests appreciate the wildlife, the estate's extensive grounds, and the quality fixtures. Some minor maintenance issues are noted, but the overall sentiment is positive with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-presented, though a few mentioned minor issues such as cobwebs and a dirty mug. The overall impression remains positive, with the property being well-maintained.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, proximity to Galloway Forest Park, and the beauty of the Penninghame Estate. It's considered perfect for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.
Guests find the beds soft and comfortable, and the cottage cosy. Some minor discomforts with seating and a shower issue are mentioned, but overall, the cottage provides a comfortable stay.
The cottage is well-equipped and furnished, with a well-appointed kitchen and good bathroom facilities. Some guests noted maintenance issues like lighting and appliance concerns, suggesting room for improvement.
While some guests mentioned a welcome pack, the reviews do not provide consistent information on the quality or guarantee of such gifts, thus a score cannot be accurately provided.
About this property
Gardeners Cottage, a charming, characteristic traditional Galloway cottage attached to the walled garden, offers a luxury spacious holiday base for families in the quiet and peaceful exclusive grounds of Penninghame Estate. The surroundings are perfect for ensuring privacy while you relax and recharge in the Galloway Forest Park, alternatively you can live life to the full with strenuous mountain bike and walking trails in the park and up local peaks. The bustling town of Newton Stewart with a good range of shops, restaurants and cafes is just 5 miles away.
The cottage has two ground floor single bedrooms together with a sitting room with dining area looking onto the walled garden. The cottage has been modernised to ensure comfortable accommodation whilst retaining its original character. The surrounding attractive grounds have pleasant walks through the woodlands that lead down to the River Cree, wild swimming, fishing and other pursuits can be arranged for guests.
There are unsurpassed opportunities for outdoor pursuits for all ages and abilities from the doorstep, so whether you are looking for a leisurely woodland stroll to enjoy the wildlife or more strenuous hill walking or cycling/mountain biking then you can pick a different route or challenge for everyday of the week! The Galloway Forest Park, with its Dark Skies status is on the doorstep and has unsurpassed star gazing opportunities together with stages of the 7Stanes mountain bike network. The local area has many golf course including Minnigaff’s 18 hole course and the Cally Palace parkland course at Gatehouse of Fleet which was designed by the well-known golf architect Tom Macaulay, the parkland course has wonderful views of Cardoness Castle, Rutherford's Monument and the Fleet Estuary. Scotland’s history and heritage can be explored with visits to the Robert Bruce Stone at Glentrool or more ancient sites such as St Ninians Cave near Whithorn and the various castles including Threave Castle which stands on an island in the Dee near Castle Douglas. Fishing can also be arranged nearby.
Postcode: DG8 6RH
Gardeners Cottage can accommodate bookings with an any day arrival for any number of nights
Damage Deposit £150
STL Licence:- DG00923F
EPC:- F
Accommodation on two floors for 4:-
Ground Floor: 2 steps to entrance, two single bedrooms; Sitting room with dining area; Kitchen with Belfast sink and door to outside; Bathroom with over bath shower
First Floor: Double bedroom
Services: Heating and Electricity included * Bed Linen and Towel included * Laundry service available * Dishwasher * Fridge * Freezer * Microwave * Smart TV * Wifi * Cot & High Chair available on request * Outside seating area with charcoal BBQ and table & chairs * Parking for 2 cars * Access to the extensive grounds of Penninghame Estate * Bicycle/golf club/kayak storage * A Firepit is available free of charge on request, (please request at the time of booking, fuel is not provided) * 1 Dog welcome *(Additional charges apply) No smoking or vaping
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Nearby points of interest
- Torhouse Stone Circle
- Carsluith Castle
- Crafty Distillery
Reviews (19)
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful cottage, stunning surroundings, welcoming and helpful staff. The holiday was everything we could have wished for and the Galloway Forest and all the villages around the area were amazing.!!!!
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous cottage for a small family in a great location. Stunning scenery with well marked trails, and historical interest in local towns all suited us to a tee. We would love to return.
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Ian
Lovely comfortable cottage; nicely furnished with all the kit you could expect in a great setting. The adjoining walled garden was excellent to have access to.