Bar Hill Lodge, Gatehouse Of Fleet
ID: S135449
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets Yes
Guests say
Bar Hill Lodge is a charming, secluded property surrounded by forest, offering guests a peaceful retreat with abundant wildlife and scenic walks. The cottage is described as comfortable and well-equipped, with a secure garden that is ideal for dogs. Guests have enjoyed the natural setting and the opportunity to relax in a cosy environment.
The lodge received mixed feedback on cleanliness. Some guests found it warm and cosy, while others suggested it could benefit from a thorough cleaning. The presence of a stale odour in one of the bedrooms was mentioned.
The location is highly praised for its edge-of-forest setting, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife watching and walking. The tranquillity and natural beauty of the surroundings are consistently appreciated by guests.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with a well-loved and welcoming atmosphere. However, some noted that the double bedroom could be more romantic and that the absence of a proper shower unit could be improved for added comfort.
The property is considered well-equipped, but several reviews suggest the need for cosmetic upgrades and modernisation. The lack of a proper shower and issues with mobile phone signal and broadband were noted drawbacks.
While guests have mentioned receiving a nice message upon arrival, there are no specific references to gifts or additional thoughtful touches provided by the hosts. Therefore, it is not possible to score this category.
About this property
Unique detached 19th century lodge cottage in a picturesque location on the edge of the popular Cally Woods and Fleet Forest. A short rough unmade track leads to this idyllic rural cottage making it a peaceful retreat, yet only 2 miles from Gatehouse of Fleet with its shops, crafts and restaurants.
The cottage has views of the rolling hills of Galloway with an enclosed terraced garden to the back. To the front, there is a woodland garden with bridges over a small stream, and a large wildlife pond, with a deck for relaxing. To help you enjoy your stay, books, local maps and information, games and toys are provided.
The woods are a haven for wildlife including bats, red squirrels, badgers and deer which can all be seen from the cottage windows. The cottage is ideally situated for walking and cycling with trails and paths, which lead through the forest and down to the coast, literally right on your doorstep! Cycle hire is available in nearby Castle Douglas. The large sandy beaches at Sandgreen and Carrick, with its rock pools, are nearby and make for great days on the beach for family outings. The area also has plenty of opportunity for golf, riding, water sports on Loch Ken and fishing (lake and sea) all within easy reach.
Post Code: DG7 2DW
Damage Deposit £150
Bar Hill Lodge is let weekly Saturday to Saturday, short breaks are welcome outside School Holiday periods
STL: DG00007F
EPC: G
Accommodation for 4 on two floors: Ground Floor: Hallway; Lounge/dining room with cosy open fire; Kitchen; Conservatory with views of the garden; 1 double bedroom; 1 Bathroom (with deep roll top bath, toilet & wash basin. ) First Floor: 1 Twin bedroom with desk.
Services: Electric heating * Open fire with initial supply of fuel Sept - May * Bed linen and towels included for 4 people* Washing machine * Drier * Dishwasher * Fridge/freezer * Electric cooker * Microwave * Telephone (incoming calls only) * Smart T.V. with Netflix, Amazon, NOW TV and iplayer * Hi-Fi/CD * Wi-fi * Travel cot * Stair gate * Parking * Front garden with fire pit * Enclosed back garden with summer house and wildlife pond with decking * BBQ * NO smoking *Maximum of 2 dogs welcome which should be kept under control due to livestock in surrounding fields * Shops and eating out 2 miles. (Additional charges apply for pets).
Reviews (15)
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James Scobie
Arrived on a cold wet October afternoon. The cottage was cold and smelled of damp. There was one radiator available to turn on, the others are operated remotely so can’t be switched on at the cottage. There was a small quantity of coal for the open fire but no kindling, paper or firelighters to start the fire. We usually hope that that the owners may provide milk as a welcome but the fridge was empty. There was one dishwasher tablet provided. About to use the coffee maker until I noticed that it contained cloudy, stale water so didn’t use it. Although it is clearly stated in the particulars that there is no shower we found this a disadvantage. We looked into the upstairs bedroom but because my son had to make other arrangements at short notice we didn’t use this room. It felt damp and smelled musty. I see from the visitors book that some guests return so we all have differing expectations. We wouldn’t return.
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Laura Nicholls
Peaceful little haven in the woods.
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage is in a lovely location. However the cottage itself is not in ideal condition with both bedrooms smelling of damp, the bedroom upstairs being very bad. We would not have stayed if we had to use that room. All in all the property requires modernisation and some tlc.