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Studio Cottage (Balcary)

Rascarrel Bay Lodges

ROMANTIC LUXURY LODGES SET IN AN ELEVATED POSITION, BEAUTIFUL SEA VIEWS AND PRIVATE HOT TUB THE LODGES PROVIDE A FABULOUS BASE TO EXPLORE DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY These breathtaking bespoke detached properties provide luxurious accommodation nestled in a private bay that is peaceful a rocks discard from the ocean shore and yet close to all regional amenities. Positioned just 2 miles through the town of Auchencarin and 11 miles from Castle Douglas making this a base that is fantastic explore the areas pure beauty and wildlife, or just to flake out and look down to sea from the lodges and you will even spot the dolphins. You'll find so many attractions close by including, Sweetheart Abbey, Galloway wildlife preservation park, Drumlanrig castle, Broughton household & gardens, Caerlaverock castle, summer time gallery, Threave castle & gardens, Ellisland farm, Robert Burns home & museum, Dundrennan abbey, Loch Ken water sports, The Stewartry museum, many tennis courses including Colvend, brand new Galloway & Dalbeattie. These 4 appealing lodges are set independently around a big bay that is secluded just a stones discard from the sea coast. Outside: personal enclosed balcony with sitting area and tub that is hot visitors are welcome to explore the bay and country walks round the property. Leisure facilities: personal tub that is hot ocean fishing. Amenities: sufficient parking, towels, home bedding, electric, central heating and wi-fi included. Regret no smoking cigarettes. Additional info: welcome kitchen/toiletries pack included, bath robes offered. Location: coastline on website, basic shop/post office 2 kilometers. Bigger stores, bars, restaurants 8 kilometers. Arrival: 4pm This stunning storey that is solitary offers ONE bedroom: king-size with gorgeous ocean views, flatscreen television with freeview, Blu-ray DVD, iPod dock and patio doorways leading away to enclosed balcony. Bathroom: big with bath and bath that is split, hisand hers sinks and WC and yet another WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: spacious open-plan room with big flatscreen TV with Blu-ray DVD, freeview, wi-fi and fire that is function. Home, modern well-equipped, with wine-cooler, gasoline range and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and large table that is dining. Energy: with washing machineand tumble dryer. 

Rocklea

Kippford is a nationally well known sailing venue with two bars, both food that is serving overlooking the estuary. Several nearby towns, including Castle Douglas famous because of its meals and Kirkcudbright for its art, offer good restaurants, bars and shopping. Kippford has its own 9 opening course, with Colvend (18) as well as the championship links course at Southerness (18) nearby. There clearly was fishing of all types available, and the trailhead that is neighborhood the 7 Stanes hill Bike Network is at ten minutes in Dalbeattie Forest.  Post Code: DG5 4LJ et to Saturday saturday. Quick breaks are available out with top periods during the owner's discernment. Please call us together with your needs. Damage Deposit £150  Accommodation for 8 on two floors: Ground Floor: Entrance hall; Lounge with open fire; dining area; Kitchen with oil fired Aga; Larder; Toilet with wash tactile hand basin. Very first floor: 1 Twin with ensuite 'Jack & Jill' bathroom with bath, separate shower, toilet and wash basin; 2 further Twins; 1 bed room with 2 x 3 foot bunkbeds; Family restroom with shower, split shower and wash basin; Separate wc; Cot area.  Solutions: oil heating that is central electricity included * Bed linen is not provided but can be hired through the caretaker (you will need to supply your own towels) * Washing Machine * Dishwasher * Fridge with freezer compartment & a separate Fridge Freezer * Oil fired Aga, Electrical cooker and microwave * Open fire with initial supply of logs included * Phone for incoming phone calls just * Variable mobile reception * T.V with DVD player * CD Player * Wifi * Cot * Parking for two automobiles just * Enclosed garden with patio * One dog only please * NO SMOKING Extras: £20 per dog per week. Home bedding, if required, is employed at £8 per person directly through the caretaker.  NB: Maximum occupancy 6 grownups and 2 kiddies.

Neptune

a community that is extensive of give access to many walks through forests and countryside, with opportunities to pause at one of the numerous secluded seats. You might, at low tide, walk up to explore harsh Island or select the footpath that is seaside secret smugglers' coves with wonderful views throughout the Solway to the Lake District, whilst an amazing night walk is finished towards the popular sailing town of Kippford for eating at one of the two exceptional pubs. Shop at neighborhood farmers' markets for produce and go to our characterful towns being regional Castle Douglas, the foodstuff town, Wigtown, the guide city plus the colourful performers' town of Kirkcudbright. Additionally, there are considerable mountain bike trails, excellent cruising, tennis therefore the zip cable that is longest in Europe for the adventurous! Galloway is famous for the wildlife reserves, including the Red that is famous Kite while the Dark Sky Park for would-be astronomers. Gardens, castles, museums and craft galleries abound. Exceptional accommodation, stunning scenery and a wealth of activities get this any occasion location that is actually perfect. Post Code: DG5 4QQ allow Saturday - Saturday, sorry we're struggling to accept short breaks For events of 4 or less an under occupancy discount is applied after booking, please call for moer details Damage Deposit £150  Accommodation for 7 on two floors: Ground Floor: Sun Lounge with panoramic views within the Solway Firth; roomy, comfortable Lounge; old-fashioned Dining room; Kitchen; Cloakroom with WC and bath. First Floor: 1 Triple space with a Double bed and 1 Single bed, 1 Twin bedroom, 1 room with bunk-beds; Cot restroom and room. Services: Electric warming * washer and Drier * Dishwasher * Fridge * Freezer * Electric cooker and Microwave * Phone for incoming calls * Mobile reception variable television that is Freesat and DVD player * Wifi * Bed linen and towels provided * Cot and High seat available on demand * Garage and parking for 1 additional car only * Garden and patio * Shop 2 kilometers * Eating out 1.5 miles * NO ANIMALS * NO SMOKING *  Guest Comments:  Thank you for a current restful week at Neptune, Rockcliffe. I hope to be there once again soon! Mrs G & Family, visited might 2019

Lonsdale

The home sits in a position that is superb the hillside above the popular seaside town of Rockcliffe providing outstanding views over the estuary to Rough Island Nature Reserve, which can be walked to over a causeway at low tide. The home has a setting that is personal a nice-looking garden laid out throughout the hillside with rough rock yard paths among the list of diverse flowers and shrubs. Lonsdale is furnished and prepared to a high standard to make sure a stay that is wholly enjoyable. The roomy rooms have actually superb views regarding the estuary together with dining room has patio doors to a sun trap patio - you want to sit and revel in the seascape you need to still make the effort to explore the wonderful local area when you might find! Rockcliffe is an family that is popular location using its safe coastline and diverse walks, be it round to Kippford for a pub meal at among the two water front hotels or even to explore the rocky out crop of Castle Point and on via cliff top walks to Smugglers coves. Kippford is a sailing that is busy and other outdoor activities are very well catered for within the local area with horseback riding, fishing of all of the types, golf of all kinds with a 9 opening course at Kippford, 18 holes at nearby Colvend plus the Southerness links championship course just a few kilometers further on round the Solway coastline. Wildlife is visible wheresoever you might be with red squirrels in most areas and bird that is very good at RSPB Mersehead book and in addition regarding the Red Kite path near Loch Ken. The Forestry Commission 7stanes trails are readily available and the Dalbeattie forests trail is less than a 5 minute drive away for the people interested in strenuous activities.  POSTCODE: DG5 4QF Short breaks are welcome outwith tall & Peak periods Damage Deposit £150   Accommodation: for 6 over two floors; Ground flooring; Sitting place; Dining Room/Kitchen; bath; Cloakroom; Twin Bedroom. First Floor; Double Bedroom; Twin Bedroom; Bathroom with Shower. Services: Central Heating & Electricity included * Wood Stove that is burning with basket of logs provided * Bed linen and towels included * Washing Machine * Drier * Dishwasher * Oil Stanley number Cooker (as user friendly as gas or electric) * Fridge & Freezer * Microwave * Mobile Phone reception * Wifi * TV with DVD Player * CD Player * Travel Cot * Parking * Unfenced Garden * Patio with Garden Furniture * Bicycle Storage * SORRY NO PETS 

Millfield

Packed with area and light and tastefully furnished in a style that is contemporary the home is completely built with everything one could require. The garden is fully enclosed with all the founded hedges and bushes ensuring privacy with an setting that is attractive. There was an abundance of storage area for bikes and canoes into the garage that is detached. Rockcliffe is one of the most holiday that is popular in the area whilst retaining its unique character and atmosphere and it is centrally situated for checking out one of the more gorgeous and unspoilt aspects of Scotland. Facilities abound for the lover that is outside sailing, hill biking in the Forestry Commissions 7Stanes tracks and walking, all available locally. A number of tennis courses are within simple reach. The neighbouring town of Kippford is effortlessly reached by the Jubilee Path and produces a stroll that is pleasant for meal or afternoon tea at either the popular Ark Tearoom or the Mariner resort or the Anchor Inn (spoilt for choice or one for every single day of a short break!) Post Code: DG5 4QJ Damage Deposit £150 Millfield is thrilled to accept brief breaks throughout every season with an any day start  Accommodation for 5 on two floors: Ground Floor: Hallway; Dining region with Kitchen; right back Hall; Double room; Twin Ded room; Single bed room; Bathroom with shower over bath. First Floor: Living room with views to estuary Facilities: Heating and Electricity included * Bed Linen and Towels provided * Washing machine * Dishwasher * Fridge * Freezer * Microwave * Electric Cooker * TV with DVD * Broadband Internet * CD player/radio * Cot & High seat * Enclosed garden with patio and furniture* Private Parking * Garage for bike/canoe/golf club storage * 2 pets welcome * NO SMOKING. Extras: £20 per dog per week.

Ideal for an intimate break for 2 because of the sea virtually on its home, this one-bedroom cottage is section of a nice-looking stables courtyard building, surrounded by exemplary beauty that is natural. Watch out towards the water from a kitchenette that is contemporary sitting room that is completely furnished with TV, electric cooker, washing machine, appliance, and morning meal club. Bed linens is supplied and all sorts of electricity is roofed in the cost. As you start the door if you should be travelling with an infant, a bassinette-style travel cot normally available if required.With a beach just 50 yards away, breathtaking seaside walks begin as soon. Spend every day checking out the romantic Solway Coast or ingesting some of Scotland's scenery that is finest amongst the Moffat Hills. Enchanting Castle Douglas is just a drive that is short, where you could explore this Food Town's culinary credentials with a call to a family-run brewery, quaint cafes and fill up on local produce at lots of great delicatessens.

The clear guidelines on the Castle Douglas self guided themed Treasure Trail, will lead you on a stroll that is interesting of. Your family that is whole from age 6 or over, are going to be transfixed with hunting for the clues as you follow this 2 mile route exploring the ins and outs of Castle Douglas. The Trail is completed in your time that is own along with your very own pace and it is ideal for learning the right path around Castle Douglas and discovering a complete host of things you might not otherwise notice!  The answer to every clue will match among the areas on your treasure that is fictional map. Cross these off as you visit leave one place left at the end: the place associated with treasure that is missing! This Trail is simply certainly one of over 100 in Scotland and over 1000+ throughout the UK therefore once you've fixed this mystery, there are plenty more missions to accomplish! 

Treasure Trails

Explore the UK with one of 1,000 different Murder Mystery, Treasure Hunt or Spy Mission themed self-guided Treasure Trails; great fun for the whole family.

The Castle Douglas Treasure Trail

Threave Castle On an island into the River Dee stands Threave Castle, a huge century that is 14th built by Archibald the Grim, Lord of Galloway. The stronghold of this Ebony Douglases, it has at its base an artillery fortification built before 1455 when James II besieged the castle. A path and steep actions result in a boat that is little it unsuitable for visitors using a wheelchair or buggy. After a boat that is brief, more mobile visitors can visit the ticket office and curtain wall. The castle has actions which are high and out. Parking available about half a mile from the ship dock. Please enable fifteen minutes from the carpark to walk to your boat dock. The watercraft that is last at 16.30. Toilets offered at the engine car parking are adapted.

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Threave Castle

If for example the small action movie stars can't sit nevertheless, they don't really need to with zip wires, lawn and waterballing sledging! Laggan exterior is the fitness kick for even the most fidgets which are seasoned! Begin your adventure with what for several is the main event: among the UK's zip cables that are longest! It spans an impressive 820 metres and since it's a line that is dual you can race family unit members all of the option to the underside at speeds of up to 45mph!From here there is lots to fulfill a need for speed, like dust scooters, segways, grass sledging and one that you might possibly not have tried before: waterballing! Picture yourself sliding, rolling and caught in a giant ball that is inflatable it is certain to have every person falling over themselves with fits of giggles. Along with all that children may have a crack at archery and clay pigeon shooting; just remember that every activity is suitable for various ages, but it's made simple utilizing the option to pay as you play.

Laggan Outdoor

Laggan Outdoor Activity Centre offer adventure and recreational experiences for all the family.

Laggan Outdoor

The Cocoa Bean business is a interactive, kid friendly workshops, children make and chocolate that is decorate, marshmallow treats and shaky form animals and every bit of it they are doing would be to take home to eat! Workshops can be found daily and cover a good selection of options so there's something for everyone aged a couple of years to 18 years. And older: continue, you realize you want to!ITheir indoor play zone features an even that is multi framework that is part maze, component straight assault program and all sorts of enjoyable! An exciting and exhausting combination of all classic features one expects from modern play that is soft from deep ball pool to zippy fall, via climbing, swinging and hiding. There was a dedicated and toddler that is enclosed to help keep little feet and fingers safe from the rampage adjacent.Outdoor Play Activities and features include: panning for gold activity; tall wavy slide; play pirate ship; climbing structures, swings and slides; a massive play dinosaur plus drive on vehicles. You could also feed the resident animals but just of course with all the food bought on site, as other options can disturb their tummies.

The Cocoabean Company: Chocolate workshops, factory shop and more

The Cocoa Bean Company

BHS authorized Lochhill Equestrian Centre ended up being founded is defined in stunning countryside and will be offering a variety that is wide of services for several abilities and from age 5 years and upwards. Lochhill is fully licensed and insured and provides riding lessons either on a single to one foundation or within friends, where friendly, qualified staff will perform their initial evaluation of the riding capability (regardless if that's zero!) before planning the concept that is most beneficial for you!  In addition to all that countryside they have a sizable, floodlit arena that is outdoor them to provide lessons through the entire darker winter months and an inferior interior college for those times when the great British climate really is opting for it! Then their completely qualified and experienced staff can lead you therefore the family on some super off road tracks through the area countryside, including forestry and open farmland if you the current weather however. They've a variety that is wide of and ponies to accommodate all quantities of experience and ability and tailor the treks and cheats to the cyclists. In addition they offer a loan-a-pony scheme for pony-mad children to take pleasure from a morning that is full afternoon session addressing every areas of equine care, including mucking down, cleaning tack and grooming - plus of course well a riding lesson and a trek. Then they also provide a longer term loan scheme that will be a wonderful stepping-stone before buying your pony.. if they actually take to that.

Lochhill Equestrian & Trekking Centre

Lochhill Equestrian and Trekking Centre, Ringford near Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway.

Studio Cottage (Balcary)

Balcary, Castle Douglas, Dumfries And Galloway DG7 1QZ, Scotland

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