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THE PEND, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn

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Interior
Interior
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Newton Stewart, Southern Scotland
  • Place, Whithorn Priory
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Whithorn Trust Discovery Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairnryan Port

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

THE PEND, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn

This 16th century cottage rests in Whithorn, Scotland and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.

The Pend is a fantastic, 16th century property in the centre of Whithorn. The property has two bedrooms; a king-size double with four-poster bed and a twin, sleeping four. The property also has a ground-floor bathroom, living/dining room, kitchen and first-floor sitting room with woodburning stove. Outside is driveway parking as well as an enclosed rear courtyard with furniture. The Pend is a fascinating base for a wonderful stay in this part of Scotland.

Amenities: Oil fired central heating with underfloor heating and woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available. Parking on neighbouring driveway. Enclosed rear courtyard with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub within 0.1 miles. Note: Master bedroom accessed by an additional set of stairs. Please note: There is no facility to charge cars at the property but there is an EV charging point within 100 yards for public use

Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.

Town: The former Royal Burgh of Whithorn is renowned for having the first recorded Christian church is Scotland, built in 397 by St Ninian. The area of Whithorn is rich in history and is also home to a medieval priory and an archaeological site. Whithorn is situated on the Machars Peninsula in Dumfries and Galloway, home to spectacular gardens. To the north of the Machars are the Galloway Hills, offering walking to all levels as well as world class mountain biking. Golf, fishing and wildlife spotting are well catered for and the sandy beaches of Monrieth, Garleston, and along the whole of Luce Bay will delight any visitor.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Newton Stewart

Newton Stewart is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blackcraig Wood and Mossyard Beach, while Swallow Theatre and Stewartry Museum are cultural highlights. Laggan Outdoor and Cally Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Newton Stewart, Southern Scotland

What's nearby

  • Whithorn Priory - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Whithorn Trust Discovery Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wigtown Square - 24 min drive - 22.3 km
  • 7stanes - Kirroughtree - 43 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Galloway Forest Park - 58 min drive - 60.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Steam Packet Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪St. Ninian's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Central Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Hive - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE PEND, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at THE PEND, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE PEND, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn on 10 July 2026 start from AU$224, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at THE PEND, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at THE PEND, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE PEND, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE PEND, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn located?

Situated in Newton Stewart, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Whithorn Priory and Whithorn Trust Discovery Centre. Swallow Theatre is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique cottage

Quirky and unique cottage. Plenty of room and facilities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

andrew w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

period town house

Beautiful period house with authentic furniture and styling. It's like living in a museum. Just wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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2 bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin. Ground-floor bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC. Kitchen. Living/dining room with woodburning stove. First-floor sitting room

What makes this property unique

Oil fired central heating with underfloor heating and woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available. Parking on neighbouring driveway. Enclosed rear courtyard with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub within 0.1 miles. Note: Master bedroom accessed by an additional set of stairs. Please note: There is no facility to charge cars at the property but there is an EV charging point within 100 yards for public use

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