Laghead Cottage, Gatehouse Of Fleet
ID: S135552
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets Yes
Guests say
Laghead Cottage receives glowing praise for its peaceful setting, stunning views, and proximity to walks and local attractions. Guests consistently highlight the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped nature, with many returning for multiple stays. The secure garden is ideal for dogs, and the owners are frequently described as attentive and helpful. Thoughtful touches such as welcome packs and fresh flowers are appreciated, though not guaranteed. Minor negatives include a narrow access road and slightly dated décor, but these are far outweighed by the overwhelmingly positive feedback.
Cleanliness is repeatedly praised, with guests describing the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and very clean on arrival. Several reviewers mention the property being well-maintained over multiple visits.
The location is a standout feature, with guests loving the peaceful, scenic setting, beautiful views, and easy access to walks and local amenities. The only minor drawback noted is the narrow access road.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as comfortable, warm, and cosy, with many stating it feels like a home from home. The secure garden and tranquil environment add to the overall comfort.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with everything needed for a relaxing stay. Facilities for dogs and families are highlighted, and maintenance issues are promptly addressed by the owners.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, fresh flowers, and extra linen, as well as attentive communication from the owners. Please note that these gifts and extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
On the edge of Galloway Forest Dark Sky Park, this traditional single storey cottage is situated on an upland farm, in a superb hillside position, with panoramic views over the Fleet Valley National Scenic Area to the sea and islands beyond. The historic town of Gatehouse of Fleet is just a 5 minute drive, whilst Artist Town Kirkcudbright is 20 minutes.
On the edge of Galloway Forest Dark Sky Park, this traditional single storey cottage is situated on an upland farm, in a superb hillside position, with panoramic views over the Fleet Valley National Scenic Area to the sea and islands beyond.
It is a simply wonderful location for a peaceful family holiday, offering seclusion, but not total isolation, with under 10 minutes away by car the picturesque town of Gatehouse of Fleet providing hotels, restaurants, shops, a delightful and testing nine hole golf course, tennis courts, river and loch fishing and numerous other nearby attractions and activities for both adults and children. With a patio for barbecues and alfresco dining, and a fully enclosed and south facing garden, pets are welcome.
Sandy beaches and rocky coves for bathing, windsurfing and sailing are within easy driving distance; sea fishing and horse riding are also available; the Forestry Commission 7Stanes mountain biking trail at Kirroughtree is around 30 minutes' drive away; and the area is a haven for wildlife, with regular sightings of deer, red squirrels, red kites, grouse, barn owls, curlews and, in November 2022, for the first time, a golden eagle (see gallery photo). From the cottage door there are extensive walks and mountain bike rides over hill, past lochs, through forestry and down the valley; Cocoa Bean Chocolate factory are all under 20 minutes' drive away; whilst Kirkcudbright Artists' Town, Castle Douglas Food Town and Wigtown Book Town are just 25, 30 and 45 minutes' drive away respectively.
The Cottage is also perfect for bracing winter holidays where its warmth and comfort provide a cosy refuge for very attractive breaks at low season rates.
Post Code:DG7 2BG
Let weekly Saturday to Saturday, Short breaks may be possible at the owner's discretion, please contact us with your requirements.
Damage Deposit £150
STL Licence: DG00443F
EPC: D
Accommodation for 6 on one floor: Kitchen/Dining room with door to garden. Living room with open coal fire. 2 twin bedrooms, one with ensuite shower room. Double bedroom. Bathroom with bath, wash basin, wc and shower over the bath. Side porch.
Services: Oil fired central heating * Bed linen and towels provided * Washing machine * Small tumble drier * Dishwasher * Fridge * Freezer * Electric cooker and microwave * Cot and High Chair * Smart TV * CD player * Mobile reception * Wifi * No Smoking * Good sized enclosed garden with furniture and BBQ * Patio and BBQ platform with fantastic panoramic views over the Fleet estuary and the surrounding hills * Bicycle Storage* Parking * Maximum 3 well behaved dogs with own bedding, sorry No cats allowed.*
For larger parties Laghead Steading Cottage is located within walking distance and provides accommodation for a further 4 guests.
Reviews (37)
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Graham
This was our second visit to Laghead cottage, which speaks volumes. Lovely well equipped accommodation in a stunning location. We cannot wait until next time we visit.
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Confirmed Guest
Really lovely cottage, very tranquil and scenic. Wifi was great as it was needed due to no phone signal Very comfortable and well equipped was helpful having the instructions send prior to arrival as the directions were needed. Clean and couldn't ask for more, it was was a great stay
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Confirmed Guest
Lots of rain, but we didn't care! We were warm and comfortable at Laghead, and the autumn colours in the woods at Gatehouse were beautiful. A very relaxing time for us and our dog.