Dumfries Holiday Cottages

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Catriona - Verified booking

  Had a wonderful stay at Kouloura!

  Going to start with the negatives to get them out of the way! The property is advertised as having a sea view, now whilst this is technically correct as you can just about see the sea from the big conservatory it’s not my idea of having a sea view. I think the advertising of the property needs tweaking a little with that. The property is also quite overlooked by another couple of properties & a few caravan’s from the adjoining caravan park. Now for the positives, the absolute gem for this property is the garden! It’s huge, secure & wrap’s around the entire property. We had 2 Labrador’s with us who have had the BEST time! Possibly worth noting if you have dog’s with you that due to the time of year there were lot’s of daffodils in the garden which are highly toxic to dog’s so just something to keep an eye on. The property was a good size, it was comfortable & had everything we needed. It was clean with absolutely spotless bedding & all pillow’s had pillow protectors on which was good to see. Great to have a washing machine which if you’ve got kid’s, dog’s or both with you is an added bonus! The owner of the property was very friendly & obliging, he doesn’t live far away so I suspect if there were any issues during your stay they would be quickly rectified. It was great to be so near to the beach, just go out of the little gate from the garden, turn right, walk past another 4 properties or so, turn right again & you’re there! Less than a 5 minute walk! We have all enjoyed our week’s stay at Kouloura & would definitely stay again!

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• Linda - Verified booking

  We were so pleased with this property during our week's stay at the end of July 2021.

  When we arrived it was very clean and fresh. The beds were very comfortable - even the pillows which is unusual in a holiday rental property and the best we have found in our holidays in various rental properties. The kitchen was extremely well kitted out with all the equipment cutlery etc. that one could possibly require. It was such a delight to find some groceries in the cupboards e.g. salt, and pepper, washing up liquid, kitchen roll , towels oven gloves etc so thank you to the owner and cleaners for not removing every single item between lets. We had two dogs with us and the garden was so safe and sufficiently large that our dogs were not troubled by the dogs in the neighboring properties. The property is in such close proximity to the sea that it was an easy walk for us pensioners to the sands and for a paddle. Also the shop was within easy walking distance. We were fortunate that the weather was good for our stay and we could relax sitting outside with the open view across the Solway Firth or sitting in the Sun Room with its large windows. Before we arrived we were concerned about the close proximity of the Parkdean Holiday Park but there was no excessive noise or large numbers of people about - in fact we don't know where the holiday makers in the Park went. We enjoyed our holiday so much that we hope to be able to return again in 2022. If the owners want suggestions then if there was a floor mop and pail, we would have given some of the floors a quick wash during our stay.

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• Gary - Verified booking

  A jewel in the crown of Dumfries and Galloway.

  The cottage is beautiful and well equipped with the bonus of a summerhouse and views over Solway Firth. We enjoyed a ring side seat to beautiful sunrises and sunsets. The beach is a stones throw away, it is a little rocky in places, but a perfect place for leisurely walks on your own or with your fur babies. The garden is fully enclosed, perfect for the dogs. An enjoyable relaxing holiday. Over the years we have stayed in a lot of cottages all over the UK, this cottage definitely ranks in our top three. Stunning location, it is near a caravan park but for us that was a bonus, pubs, convenience store, fish and chip shop (these are amazing) all on the doorstep. The location of the caravan site did not in anyway disturb our peaceful tranquil holiday, if anything it enhanced it as we did not have to move the car once to nip out and get those forgotten items. In three word …amazing, stunning, tranquil. We would highly recommend.

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• Steve - Verified booking

  The listing didn't give an accurate description of the place.

  The bathroom was NOT a family bathroom. Instead, it was quite small. The water pressure was horrendous in the shower as well. The 'adult bunk beds' were not adult in any way shape or form. They were quite small and cramped. The linens were still set up for winter, instead of switched over for summer. The TV room couldn't fit more than 4 adults, as there were only 2 two-seater sofas which were VERY uncomfortable. The photos definitely make the place look bigger than it actually is. The garden was nice, but not mowed. The conservatories were nice, however they became very warm very fast. There were no shades to help block the sun. Also,TWICE random strangers came to the door looking for someone that wasn't there. The area is cute, but not meant for a friends holiday. The wifi connection was awful and constantly dropped. The owner seemed nice, and gave us our space, which was good. But, other than that, it wasn't so great.

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• Geraldine - Verified booking

  Kouloura is an absolutely wonderful cottage in a fantastic place.

  It is clean, comfortable and spacious. Sandy, the owner, is incredibly welcoming and is generous with his time and advice, giving us lots of information and suggestions about places to go and eat, which were a great help and ensured we got the most out of the location and our holiday. Kouloura is a fantastic base for everything the local area has to offer; the beaches (all so different), woods and hills provide fantastic days out for all the family. The pubs, arcade, shop and fish and chip shop so close by were brilliant and great on an evening. Even with these so close by, Kouloura has its own, enclosed large garden and is incredibly peaceful, just a couple of minutes walk from the beach. We had an amazing time time at Kouloura and didn’t want to leave. Our 3 boys have already asked if we can return.

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