Buchan, Newton Stewart
ID: S135478
- Bedrooms 4
- ・ Sleeps 8
- ・ Pets Yes
About this property
An original wilderness property overlooking Loch Trool in the heart of the Galloway Forest Park, Britain's first designated 'Dark Sky Park', this historic hunting lodge provides spacious and comfortable accommodation for up to 8 people (Max 6 Adults and 2 Children) who have a sense of adventure and enjoy getting away from it all. For all your amenities Newton Stewart is about 19 miles.
Set in a tranquil, wilderness location surrounded by nature, with direct access to surrounding hills, ancient woodland, forest trails and Loch Trool, the Buchan is a historic 19th Century hunting lodge with impressive environmental credentials. It provides spacious and comfortable accommodation for up to 8 people (maximum of 7 adults plus a child under 12), who have a sense of adventure and enjoy getting away from it all. The house offers excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and general exploring, or you can simply relax in the large conservatory, enjoy the wonderful views, watch the birds, and enjoy off-grid existence. On a clear night, in the heart of the Galloway Dark Sky Park, the star-gazing, and feeling of remoteness, is truly breath-taking.
The Buchan is an eco-house designed to be reliant on nature, with its own hydro-electricity and water supplies. There is full central heating and a wood burning stove provides both heating and hot water. The house facilities are normally straightforward to operate, with guidance provided in the ‘Buchan Manual’. The amounts of power and water available are finite and may need careful management, especially if water levels are low. Most guests enjoy the experience of living in an eco-friendly way within finite resources, but need to be aware that it is different from being on the mains with limitless supplies. There may be times when a practical approach is needed to meet the occasional challenge. Mobile reception (4G) is limited, and there is no TV reception or Wi-Fi. Alternative entertainment is provided including a broad selection of board games, a good library, and ample opportunity for conversation and disconnecting from the outside world.
During long periods of very dry weather power can be reduced. High power appliances such as the dishwasher and washing machine may not be available. There is a backup generator and LPG cooker for use on the rare occasions when power is very low.
The hot tub in the conservatory is very popular, but it requires careful management. In periods of very dry weather its use may be restricted or impractical.
There are over two acres of semi-enclosed private land with a small burn and pond. Sheep, cattle and wildlife are all around so pets must be kept under strict control.
Post Code: DG8 6SU (DG8 6FA)
Damage Deposit £150
The Buchan is let Friday - Friday or Monday - Monday. Short breaks are accepted throughout the year for either 3 nights Friday - Monday, or 4 nights Monday - Friday.
A £50 discount will be applied to full week bookings for parties of 4 or less during low & mid periods
STL Licence: DG00226F
EPC: E
Accommodation for 8 people (maximum of 7 adults plus 1 child under 12 years) over two floors: Ground Floor: Living room; Dining room; Kitchen; Conservatory; Twin bedroom; Shower room with WC, Back Hall with boot and coat storage. First Floor: Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom; Twin bedroom with an additional pull-out bed suitable for a child under 12 years of age; 1 Single bedroom. Shower room with WC.
Services: Central heating from hydro-electricity and multi fuel stove with an initial supply of fuel provided * Bed linen & towels are provided * Washing machine * Spin drier * Dishwasher * Fridge/Freezer * Everhot electric cooker (with back up LPG gas cooker)* Microwave * Cot & Highchair * Hot Tub (see note above) * Pay phone * Parking * Bicycle storage * EV charging available (via 13 amp max on request) * Large 2 acre garden which is not enclosed with picnic table, lawn, woodland, small burn and meadow areas * No smoking * 2 Dogs welcome but must be kept under strict control * Shops 13 miles * Eating out 5 miles.
Extras: £25 per dog per week/per part week
Reviews (15)
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Confirmed Guest
Great house in a fantastic location. Very warm and comfortable and loved all the walks and wildlife. Unfortunately, the hottub was not working and whilst we were told about this a few days before arriving, from reading the visitor book, it's obvious the hottub hasn't worked much since the start of the year. We think it's disingenuous to keep marketing the hottub if its mostly not working! We also had no way to light the wood burner, as the gas lighter was empty and no matches provided. There were emergency matches but these were old and damp so of no use to us, or in an emergency. We tried the caretakers on all 3 of the numbers provided but received no callback despite leaving a voicemail. Given the isolated nature of the property perhaps a call from the caretaker when each guest has settled in would be helpful? The only form of contact from the house is a pay phone, which seems mean and impractical given many people don't carry cash these days. We very much enjoyed our stay but a few items above need attention. We had no difficulties but if we had, there is no real provision for emergencies.
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Carrie O'Brien
Fantastic time for a 50th birthday for a wild swimmer, she loved it
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Alan Gill
The property was a grand house set in beautiful scenery. Its quaint features were a delight to explore. The log burner is a great treat after a slog up the Gairland Burn (the ground was alternately boggy/frozen every few metres). Nice blue skies most days. We only saw 6 humans during the weekend, mostly at Bruce’s Stone car park. No need for WiFi or TV when you have lots of walks from the door. Big thanks to Lisa & Barry for the bottle of wine and plenty of logs.