Guests say
Rose Cottage is generally praised for its cleanliness, picturesque location, and wildlife-rich surroundings. Guests appreciate the cosy atmosphere and the thoughtful touches from the owner, such as welcome gifts. While some guests encountered issues with facilities and maintenance, the majority had a comfortable and enjoyable stay, often highlighting the garden and the opportunity to observe nature.
The majority of guests found Rose Cottage to be immaculately clean, contributing to a pleasant and welcoming stay. Occasional remarks about a strange smell and soiled water from the washing machine suggest isolated incidents rather than a common trend.
The cottage's location is frequently described as tranquil and ideal for nature lovers, with easy access to local attractions and wildlife. Some concerns about road safety and the speed of passing vehicles were noted, but these were not widely mentioned.
Comfort levels at Rose Cottage are generally high, with guests enjoying the cosy setting and warm welcome. However, some guests reported issues with cold temperatures in certain rooms and uncomfortable seating, which affects the overall comfort score.
While the cottage is well-equipped for a comfortable stay, there are several reports of maintenance issues such as problematic knives, pan lid handles, and a lack of sharp knives. Additionally, the absence of an airer and issues with the water supply and heating system have been highlighted.
The owner's thoughtfulness is evident in the welcome gifts of wine and biscuits mentioned by several guests. However, as these gifts are subject to the owner's discretion and may not be a consistent offering, they should not be expected by future guests.
About this property
Stranraer 6 miles. Charming stone-built detached former gamekeeper's cottage, superbly situated on a country estate near Stranraer in Wigtownshire in Scotland's Dumfries and Galloway region. Surrounded by a large garden, this cottage is ideal for a family or a couple seeking a haven of tranquillity while exploring this diverse part of Scotland. All ground floor, there are two cosy bedrooms and the accommodation is completed by a kitchen and a sitting room with a welcoming woodburner. Outside is a large garden to the rear with a patio and is the perfect place to relax with a drink in the tranquil atmosphere and plan your activities. The garden also attracts red squirrels, roe deer and a wide variety of birds. Sitting in the country estate of Lochnaw Castle, the property is surrounded by delightful woodland walks, whilst fishing is available at Kirkland Fishery in the nearby village of Leswalt. Stranraer is six miles to the east and is a bustling town in its own right on the shores of Loch Ryan. This is a delightful cottage in a wonderful country setting which can be enjoyed at any time of the year.
Stranraer lies near Loch Ryan and there are many cafes and shops to interest visitors to the area. The Stranraer Town Trail also explains some of the area's fascinating history.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburner.
Oil central heating throughout and a woodburner stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Bed linen included in rent please bring own towels and tea towels.
Cot and highchair on request.
Ample off road parking.
Lawned garden to rear with furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 6 miles.
Note: Due to a stream running through the front garden, ensure children are supervised at all times.
Note: There is no mobile signal at this cottage.
Note: Bookings cannot start on a Saturday.
Reviews (38)
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David
Clean, comfortable and welcoming. A huge garden, woods to explore and a whole variety of birds to watch feeding. There are many dog friendly attractions nearby, beaches, castles, stately homes. Looking forward to going back sone.
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Valerie
The setting is delightful within the woodland and near a working dairy farm. We enjoyed the abundance of birds including Woodpeckers, Jay, Nuthatch and the more usual visitors. Several mornings there were two red Squirrels but we saw at least one daily. The owner had filled a large number of feeders which we topped up. On our last evening a browsing small red deer delighted us with a visit. The cottage is comfortable and cosy. We enjoyed visits to Glenwham Gardens ( dog friendly), Portpatrick, Portlogan, Drummore and walks near the Rhins and along the promenade in Stranraer. A really lovely part of the South West of Scotland.
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Marlene
Itâs a lovely spot and the cottage suited our needs very well. The garden is full of birds and there was a red squirrel who visited the bird-feeder everyday. Would recommend it.