Cairnhapple House

ID: S810212

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 6
  • ・ Pets No

Guests say

Cairnhapple House is highly praised for its spaciousness, well-equipped kitchen, and beautiful surroundings teeming with wildlife. Guests have enjoyed the peacefulness, the extensive grounds, and the property's cleanliness. The house's comfort and the owner's hospitality are frequently commended, although there was a mention of some maintenance and cleaning issues.

Most guests found the house spotless and very clean, contributing to a comfortable stay. However, one review mentioned several cleaning issues, which suggests room for improvement in this area.

While guests have mentioned the presence of wildlife and the peacefulness of the area, there are not enough specific comments about the location itself to accurately assess this category.

The property is consistently described as comfortable, spacious, and warm, with several reviews highlighting the comfortable beds and the cosy atmosphere, ensuring a relaxing experience.

The house is celebrated for its well-resourced kitchen and the array of equipment available. The garden and woodland offer additional recreational space. Despite the high praise, a few maintenance issues were noted, slightly lowering the score.

Guests appreciated the extra touches, such as the Christmas tree and the provision of bird food. These gestures contributed to the overall positive experience, although it's important to note that such personal touches may vary and are not guaranteed.

About this property

Stranraer 6.6 miles. Cairnhapple House is an inviting, detached holiday home located in the stunning outskirts of Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway. Enjoy your own private parking and the tranquillity of the isolated location, surrounded by large gardens, where you can relax and appreciate the beautiful countryside views, perfect for a romantic escape or a family getaway. Step into Cairnhapple House and begin your holiday. Within the walls of this beautiful property, you will find three welcoming bedrooms, perfect for a family or group of friends. There is a king-size bedroom located on the first floor with its own sitting area and bathroom outside the door, while the ground floor houses the king-size and twin bedrooms, and both floors are serviced by a bathroom with both a bath and shower, perfect for a relaxing soak after a day of exploring. The kitchen/diner is the ideal spot to conjure up a delicious meal, with ample dining seating for all the family. With a utility room for your laundry needs and a desk space in the hallway, Cairnhapple House has everything you need, whether you’re looking for a peaceful ‘workation’ or an activity-filled break to Scotland. When it’s time to unwind, retreat to the first-floor sitting room for a peaceful evening, with lovely views of the surrounding countryside and you may even see the sea. For alfresco dining, the rear garden features a lawn, patio, furniture, and barbecue, ideal for a summer’s evening under the stars, while the encompassing woodland invites you to wander the grounds and take in your surroundings, great for the children to play and build dens. Explore the local area; Stranraer is just a short drive away with the harbour, shops, restaurants, and the Castle of St John to explore. Next stop is the picture-perfect Portpatrick, a traditional fishing village and a must-visit for its charming harbour and the nearby ruins of Dunskey Castle. Ideal for golfers with courses in Stranraer and Portpatrick. Further afield you can visit the nearby market town of Newton Stewart, where you can wander the streets and take in the wonderful views of the River Cree. Venture even further to soak up the natural beauty and enjoy a lengthy walk through the Galloway Hills, or simply set off from your home-from-home to explore the immediate beauty on your doorstep on foot or by bicycle. Make Cairnhapple House your choice and enjoy a memorable stay in Scotland.

Stranraer, which became a Burgh of Barony in 1596 and a Royal Burgh in 1617, lies on the shores of Loch Ryan on the northern side of the isthmus joining the Rhins of Galloway to the mainland. There are many shops and cafes to while away an hour or two and the Stranraer Town Trail explains some of the fascinating history. For walkers, the Southern Upland Way touches Stranraer on its way through the Galloway Hills, having begun in Portpatrick, 7 miles to the west. Three nearby gardens are open to the public and well worth a visit at Castle Kennedy, Glenwhan and Logan. Stranraer has several beaches, however it is worth travelling to Sandhead and New England Bay for wonderful sandy beaches. A short drive south and you come to the Mull of Galloway, Scotland’s southernmost point. The lighthouse on the headland looks over some of the last remaining sections of natural coastal habitat on the Galloway coast and an rspb nature reserve has been set up to retain this spectacular and diverse area.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x ground-floor twin.

Ground-floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

First floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Sitting room.

First-floor sitting room

Oil central heating.

Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.

Smart TV, TV with DVD player, WiFi, a selection of books, speakers.

Fuel and power included in rent (for house use only).

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Private driveway parking for 3 cars.

Rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture, barbecue, and woodland.

Strictly no pets in the house or on the property and sorry, no smoking.

Shop 3.1 miles, pub 5.8 miles, beach 2.2 miles.

Note: There is ramp access into the property.

Note: The garden is not enclosed.

Note: The stairs have a handrail.

Note: The first-floor has some areas with limited head height.

Note: Mobile signal may not be strong in the area; EE and BT networks tend to work best.

Note: EV charging is not permitted at this property

Reviews (17)

  • Kenneth

    The house is located in tranquil countryside, it's spacious and well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The owner really has thought of everything; from a fully stocked kitchen including cooking sauces and even a complimentary bottle of milk in the fridge. Wouldn't hesitate to book again.

  • Trudy

    Well equipped, clean,comfortable beds in fact we cannot fault it. The owner Graham was very friendly and helpful. If we ever go back to the area we would have no hesitation staying again.

  • Sanchia

    The property is enormous, impeccably clean, well equipped, stunning views from the first floor, vast gardens surrounding the property even including woodland! Our family very much enjoyed our stay and we will definately recommend this place to all our friends and family. The value for money is also worth commenting on! We used this as a base to travel to Ayr (~1 hour drive), we used the swimming pool with the kids in the main town too (~10 min drive) and went to the splended Logan botanic gardens. It was so nice we asked to stay an extra night and didn't want to leave :)

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