Guests say
Craigvar House in Castle Douglas receives glowing praise for its beautiful period features, spacious and comfortable interiors, and excellent location close to local amenities, parks, and scenic walks. Guests consistently highlight the high standard of cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and secure garden ideal for dogs. The property is described as welcoming and homely, with many thoughtful touches provided by the owners. While a few minor decorative updates are mentioned, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a highly recommended choice for families, dog owners, and those seeking a relaxing break.
Multiple reviews describe the house as spotless, extremely clean, and beautifully presented, with particular mention of clean linen and well-maintained bathrooms. Only one review notes minor decorative TLC, but this does not detract from the overall impression of exceptional cleanliness.
Guests consistently praise the central location, with easy access to Castle Douglas' shops, cafes, parks, and the loch. The property is also well situated for exploring the wider area and offers peaceful surroundings despite its proximity to amenities.
The house is repeatedly described as very comfortable, cosy, and relaxing, with high-quality beds and bedding, spacious rooms, and responsive heating. Guests feel at home immediately and appreciate the restful atmosphere.
Craigvar House is lauded for being extremely well equipped, from kitchen utensils to bathrooms and secure garden. Guests note the abundance of amenities, thoughtful extras, and excellent maintenance throughout the property.
Numerous reviews mention generous and comprehensive welcome packs, fresh flowers, and even treats for dogs, reflecting exceptional hospitality. Please note, while many guests received gifts and thoughtful extras, these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A handsome Georgian townhouse beautifully furnished and decorated throughout with a delightful sunny garden. Ideally situated for the best of town and country..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Gas Fire
Dining room.
Kitchen: (5 Steps), Electric Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Shower Room: (3 Steps), Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Study.
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, (En-Suite Also Accessed Via Hallway)
Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Separate Toilet.
Second Floor:
Living room 2: (No TV).
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and wi-fi included. Welcome pack.. Enclosed back garden with courtyard, sitting-out area and garden furniture. Off-street parking for one car, further garage parking for one car (clearance 7’6" wide x 6’0" high).. Craigvar House is a late Georgian townhouse situated in a quiet and pretty area of the small Galloway market town of Castle Douglas. Retaining internally many of its period features and character, furnished with eco-friendly antiques, the house offers you the surroundings of an earlier, slower, more gracious age, yet has all today’s amenities and conveniences that we expect and enjoy. Craigvar welcomes you.
The house makes an ideal holiday base for exploring the rich history and countryside of Galloway and for comfortable relaxation in sumptuous surroundings. It is situated just a stone’s throw from Carlingwark Loch and its Lochside Park where there are fine countryside walks and a play area for children. Yet Craigvar House is just a few minutes’ walk from Castle Douglas’s wide range of amenities, including an array of independent shops selling produce and quality gifts, a theatre, swimming pool, library, golf course, pubs, and plentiful opportunities for eating out.
Craigvar House offers spacious, well-equipped accommodation. Leading off the attractive hallway are the drawing-room and dining-room, and a small boot and coat room. At the rear of the ground floor is the kitchen, off which is situated the ground floor shower room. The rear entrance leads onto the pretty, fully fenced, dog-secure garden. The staircase leads to a half-landing off which is a cloakroom and a double bedroom furnished with a kingsize bed. The stairs then lead up to the first floor landing off which are two large double bedrooms overlooking gardens opposite. One bedroom has a kingsize bed, the other has two single beds. Each room has its own en-suite bathroom, the first with shower, the second with bath and shower. There is a small study at the end of the landing. On the second floor is a small sitting-room with comfortable sofa and chairs, providing a quiet space separate from the main reception rooms. Leading off it is a walk-in cupboard, really useful for storing those pesky suitcases.
From Craigvar House the Solway coast is within a short drive, giving access to safe sandy beaches, dramatic cliff-top walks, and wonderful coastal scenery. Fishing opportunities abound whether it be sea, coarse or game. There is a large choice of further outdoor activities in the area including bird watching, cycling, golf, hill walking, sailing, shooting, stalking, wildlife trails and woodland walks. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, there are many beautiful gardens to visit, including the National Trust’s Threave Gardens nearby. Castle Douglas is close to the Galloway Forest Park, home to the first Dark Sky Park in Europe, and central to five of the “7stanes” - mountain biking heaven. Beach 13 miles.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = E
Letting licence no.: DG00088F
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (39)
-
Confirmed Guest
Second stay at Craigvar which we thoroughly enjoyed; the 'Welcome Pack' is exceptional and was much appreciated. House is ideally positioned in the town and more than met our needs. We love Craigvar!One point we would raise is that although there is always plenty of hot water on tap - which is great - it could become very hot rather quickly. It was also rather difficult to regulate the temperature of the main shower.
-
Keith Bywood
An excellent house in a great location. A short stroll to the excellent shops and the loch in the other direction and even shorter distance to the Kings Arms Hotel for good food and drink. The house has everything you could hope for, ranging from spare batteries to fabulous shores to decanters of whiskey, port and gin! Plenty of parking around the house.
-
Confirmed Guest
A splendid house in a delightful small town in the beautiful region of Galloway. The owners left a very generous welcome pack which even includes decanters of sherry, gin and whiskey, and their house really resembles a fascinating museum full of wonderful artefacts, but which is very comfortable and spacious and ideal for a large family. Everything is provided for, parking is easy and you are 5 minutes away from the centre of Castle Douglas.