Guests say
Colbeine in Rockcliffe is highly praised for its stunning seaside location, beautiful views, and peaceful surroundings. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped nature, making it a welcoming home from home for families and dog owners alike. The sunroom and garden are particular highlights, offering relaxing spaces to enjoy the scenery and local wildlife. While a few guests noted some dated features and the absence of a dishwasher, the overall experience remains overwhelmingly positive, with many visitors eager to return.
The majority of guests found the property spotlessly clean and well maintained, with only one review mentioning issues with dated bathroom fixtures. Bedding and towels were also noted as clean.
The location is universally praised as outstanding, with direct access to the beach, beautiful views, and excellent walking opportunities from the door. Guests repeatedly describe the setting as peaceful and idyllic.
Guests describe the cottage as very comfortable, with cosy beds, relaxing lounges, and a welcoming atmosphere. The sunroom is a favourite spot, though one guest suggested blinds for hot days.
The cottage is generally considered well equipped, especially for families and dog owners. Some guests noted the lack of a dishwasher and minor maintenance issues with kitchen and bathroom fittings, but these did not detract significantly from their stay.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
A detached house in excellent condition situated directly on the seafront in Rockcliffe.
A detached house in excellent condition situated directly on the seafront in Rockcliffe. The house has a wonderful sun lounge (pictured) for all year round warmth and spectacular views of Rough and Heston Islands. The property has an exciting large steep rock garden to the side and rear, with outdoor seating overlooking the bay, perfect for a sunny day.
Rockcliffe itself is one of the most popular destinations for holidays in South West Scotland. The close proximity of the safe sandy beach which is ideal for swimming and fishing, and the secluded garden to the front make this an ideal holiday base. The nearby village of Kippford, the sailing centre for the South West of Scotland, has two pubs both serving food. There is a delightful walk between Rockcliffe and Kippford along the Jubilee Path through land owned by the National Trust for Scotland. Golf courses abound in the area and the local stage of the 7Stanes Mountain Bike Network is within a fifteen minute drive of the house at Dalbeattie with others slightly further afield at Mabie & Ae Forests in Dumfries.
Post Code DG5 4QQ
Colbeine is let weekly Saturday to Saturday, sorry we are unable to accept short breaks
Damage Deposit £150
STL Licence: DG01351F
EPC: F
Accommodation for 6 on two floors:
Ground floor: Sun room; Lounge; Dining room; Kitchen; Utility; Shower room.
First floor: 1 Double bedroom; 2 Twin bedrooms; 1 Bathroom
Services: Oil central heating * Open fire (fuel not provided) * Bed linen and towels provided * Washing machine & Tumble dryer * Fridge with freezer compartment* Electric cooking and microwave * Payphone * T.V. with DVD player * iPod Dock * Wi-fi * High Chair * Enclosed garden * Garden furniture * NO smoking * Dogs welcome (Extra charges apply).
Reviews (28)
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Confirmed Guest
Colbeine has an idilic location on the seafront. Great for sea/weather watching whatever the weather. The house is delightfully old fashioned, but very practical. We had a multigenerational holiday there and everyone enjoyed the sea, sandcastles and waterworks. Almost permanent ice cream van a bonus! The walk over to Kippford and almost every beach provided pre schoolers with opportunities to improve balance bike skills.
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Belbin family
We had a magical week at Colbeine cottage, from the moment we arrived we knew we were staying somewhere very special. The house, garden and location are beautiful and we particularly loved spending time watching the birds from the sunroom (loads of green finches, woodpecker and a nuthatch). We definitely want to visit again in the near future as a week just didn't seem long enough.
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Sam Harrison
Fabulous house - perfect location overlooking the sea. Very well equipped (we were with our young grandchildren and so found it easier to cook at ‘home’ with them). Absolutely recommend - thank you!