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Cot Cottage - a house that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms

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Exterior
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, highchair
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway
  • Popular LocationThreave Garden23 min drive
  • Popular LocationLock Ken24 min drive
  • Popular LocationGalloway Forest Park29 min drive
  • AirportGlasgow (PIK-Prestwick)96 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cot Cottage - a house that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms

Cot Cottage is a fabulous contemporary holiday house for 10, finished and furnished to luxury standards. The house has balconies giving stunning views and a large hot tub on the veranda/patio of the house. Cot Cottage is set in a private rural location but is only a few minutes’ drive from the busy market town at Castle Douglas.
The house is set in 11 acres and has views to a small private loch and beyond to Screel Hill and the distant Lake District’s Skiddaw. The location is perfect for making the most of all that South West Scotland has to offer with some of the best opportunities in the UK for hill walking, mountain biking and water sports, together with getting immersed in Scotland's History and Heritage with visits to renowned gardens, Castles and ancient sites. Wildlife is on the doorstep with a chance to glimpse deer, badgers, otters, red squirrels and in the air, you will be able to watch the soaring and cart wheeling Red Kites. The area is well recognised for its clear skies, as one of the 12 best stargazing sites in the world and the first Dark Sky Park in the UK.
The areas ancient towns are well worth exploring with Castle Douglas, Gatehouse of Fleet and Kirkcudbright all within a short drive. Gatehouse of Fleet offers a range of places to eat and drink, and there are many attractions in and around the town including the ‘Mill on the Fleet’ Visitor Centre, Galloway Lodge with its local produce and restaurant and Cardoness Castle. Kirkcudbright makes for a fascinating day out with its strong artists community dating back to the “Glasgow Boys and Girls”, it now has a modern art gallery with free entry to all and numerous private art galleries and workshops; while down at the harbour working fishing boats come and go all set against the historic high street and small enticing wynds. There is a popular programme of summer festivities culminates with the spectacular Kirkcudbright Tattoo, which draws crowds form far and wide.

Cot Cottage is let weekly Friday to Friday or Monday to Monday. Short breaks are accepted throughout the year for 2 or 3 nights Friday to Monday and 3 or 4 nights Monday to Friday.
Damage Deposit £150

Accommodation for 10 over two floors:
Ground Floor: Open plan ground floor with spacious family area/kitchen with island/dining area and patio doors to veranda and hot tub, stair to first floor; Utility room; King size bedroom with en suite shower; King size bedroom with Jack and Jill en suite shower; King size bedroom.
First Floor: Spacious sitting room with fully glazed wall and balcony to allow the stunning views and sunsets to be fully appreciated; Principal bedroom with Super King size bed and en suite shower, balcony and stair to garden; Twin bedroom; Family bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet.
Services: Under floor heating/Central heating and Electricity included * Air-conditioning in Principal Bedroom and Sitting room * All Bed linen and Towels are provided * Washing Machine *Range Cooker & Microwave * American Fridge * Fridge & Freezer * Dishwasher * Wi-fi * TVs in all rooms* Bluetooth Sound system * Cot & highchair * Garden with Patio * Hot Tub * BBQ * Ample car parking * Bicycle storage * 3 Well behaved dogs welcome
Extras: charge applies for dogs

Property manager

DiscoverScotland

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1615 sq ft (150 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

568728
Cot Cottage a House That Sleeps 10 Guests in 5 Bedrooms

About the neighborhood

Castle Douglas

Located in Castle Douglas, this cottage is in the mountains. The Whitehouse Gallery and Stewartry Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Galloway Activity Centre and Cally Gardens. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Threave Castle - 20 min drive
  • Threave Garden - 23 min drive
  • Lock Ken - 24 min drive
  • Mossyard Beach - 27 min drive
  • Galloway Forest Park - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sulwath Brewers - 17 min drive
  • Moores Chip Shop - 18 min drive
  • Threave Castle - 20 min drive
  • Masonic Arms - 20 min drive
  • Niko's - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cot Cottage - a house that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cot Cottage - a house that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cot Cottage - a house that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cot Cottage - a house that sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from RSPB Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve and within 12 mi (20 km) of Threave Castle and Loch Skerrow. Threave Garden and The Lane are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JAMES K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family celebrating wife 60th
Absolutely brilliant cottage in a lovely setting hot tub and all indoor facilities more than met the needs of our 3 day stay. Kids were over the moon at the outdoor space in particular the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vic R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roger Family
Lovely place to spend new year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023