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Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room

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A sunlit room with a wooden table, wicker chairs, a bed with a view, and a stone wall.
A conservatory with a wooden table and wicker furniture, large windows, and hanging paper lanterns.
A well-maintained garden with a variety of trees and shrubs, a neatly trimmed lawn, and a stone pathway leading through the greenery.
A stone staircase leading to a garden with a view of a stone building and trees.
A stone building with a conservatory, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and various shrubs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine

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, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room 1

2 Single Beds

Twin Room 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Toilet

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room

Stellock is a cosy, open-plan coastal retreat in Monreith, Dumfries and Galloway. This period cottage has a beautiful isolated setting down a country lane, just a 10 minute walk from the ocean. With no neighbours and a large, shore-facing garden, Stellock is perfect for those looking for a quiet escape. There is a table tennis table is in the out building, The house has Superfast Fibre Broadband and a 43' Wall Mounted Smart TV in the living space. Stellock features two fully functional wood burners, (with free logs provided) and a large Sun Room facing the garden. The 'Fell of Barhullion' is right behind the house and features amazing panoramic views of the surrounding Galloway Hills and the Isle of Man. St Medan Golf Club and beach is just 1 mile away

The space
Stellock features 3 main upstairs bedrooms (two of which have 2 full size single beds with luxury mattresses, and 1 with a King Size Double bed) There is also a downstairs double sofabed in the sunroom. The open-plan living and dining area is a great social space. The large sunroom is a great place to relax and always stays warm.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 10725974
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Newton Stewart

Located in Newton Stewart, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Newton Stewart Golf Club and Mull of Galloway Trail - South are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Luce Sands and Blackcraig Wood. Travelling with kids? Consider Swallow Theatre, or check out an event or a game at Laggan Outdoor. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The View Port William - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Railway Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Calcutta Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Calutta - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dumfries and Galloway Tea and Coffee Trail - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room located?

This family-friendly Newton Stewart cottage is located near the beach, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Maxwell Monument, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Swallow Theatre and Whithorn Priory. Bladnoch Distillery and Wigtown Square are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely house. Very remote location but we found it just perfect for a relaxing break.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely spot

We really enjoyed our stay. Particularly the wood burning stove and the general air of spaciousness.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was all great could only have been made better with some oven gloves!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely stay

The house was spacious and quiet with a beautiful garden. We brought our German shepherd. There were many quiet trails and beaches suitable for walking dogs. James was very helpful.We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for some R&R

Lovely house with great garden and beautiful beach at the end of the road. Quite remote so advise bringing plenty of books & board games. The owner left a list of local attractions and the kids loved the nearby mountain biking.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect property, perfect location. Stunning.

The property was spacious enough for 4 adults, 3 children and 3 dogs. Great spaces inside for dining and relaxing. Large enclosed back garden was absolutely lovely. Within walking distance of beach with great rockpooling opportunities. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best House ever

Beautiful house and beautiful location. Great Service and contact. At all: the best house we have ever.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
Thank you so much Daniel, you are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Christmas stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our break over Xmas. The area is great for walking, dogs loved the beach. House itself is lovely and cosy but lacking in a few things. Whole house needs a bit of TLC, looking a bit tired and grubby in areas. Oven control knobs some are broken, lack of basics ie salt/pepper/vinegar, old pots and pans need replacing so food doesn’t stick or burn when cooking. Outside area and garden needs tidying up and TLC again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Hi Paul, thank you for your review. You were the last booking of the year so we have since done some maintenence/painting and replaced the cooker with a brand new dual fuel range one. The pots and pans were brand new for the season, and still look that way, so not sure about that. Salt and Pepper is provided in the cupboard. We have a landscaper/gardener that visits every 2 weeks, he keeps the outer gardens very tidy in my opinion, but again it was late season so he would not be cutting grass in Late December. Kind Regards James
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely winter break

We had a lovely few days at Stellock house, helped by decent winter weather. The house is in a perfect out-of-the-way location but not too remote. The garden is large and safe for dogs, there’s a really nice brazier for an outdoor evening fire and we appreciated the provision of logs and kindling at this time of year. The house was warm, clean and cosy- it wasn’t really warm enough to use the conservatory which was a shame as it’s a beautiful addition to the property. There are really good walks from the doorstep, including to the local beach. There was a nice walk book in the house for walks around Newton Stewart which is a town/ area worth exploring. The whole area is really lovely and we wished we’d had more time to spend there. Would definitely recommend and we would like to return in the future. .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

This is an ideal base to explore the south west coast of Scotland. Beaches, coastal walks, gardens and castles all within 1.5hrs of Moneath; most within 1hrs drive. Fully secluded with plenty of space, inside and out for kids to run around and enjoy themselves.A few small suggestions to make the accomodation stay even better; 1. Include a pint of milk and some breakfast items 2. Include bathroom items such as shampoo, body lotion etc. 3. Include gloves for the fire place (for novices)These are small issues which do not detract from the amazing property.Would definately recommend and go again.. TheThe property
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Magical Western Retreat

Stellock is a large comfortable house in a secluded and stunning location in the gently rolling hills of the Machars peninsula. From its large and well kept garden there is a view out to the sea. There is plenty of kitchen space, big sofas to lounge on and the conservatory is wonderful! Add comfortable beds and very good Wi-Fi and TV reception. We spent a week here and our only complaint is that it wasn’t a month. Admittedly the weather was good which certainly makes a difference but this place is just perfect for exploring this magical part of Scotland. You can easily walk to the woods around the White Loch of Myrton and then on to Drumfad bridge and up over the Fell of Barhullion just behind the house. From here the view is magnificent, from the Rhins of Galloway to the Isle of Man and round to the hills of the Forest of Galloway with Merrick looming in the North. The otter monument to Gavin Maxwell is nearby on a scenic headland. We visited in May when the many woodlands round about were full of bluebells and wild garlic. We watched swallows, martins and, in the evenings, bats. Isle of Whithorn is lovely with its rugged point and charming harbour. Have a coffee at St. Ninian’s Tearoom. Try fish and chips at The Steampacket. Superb accommodation. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Das Haus und besonders der Garten sind sehr schön und man kann hier wirklich eine tolle Zeit verbringen. Auch der Hund hat sich sehr wohl gefühlt.Der Strand war jederzeit einen Spaziergang wert und der Gastgeber hat sich sehr gut um alles gekümmert.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Hi Katrin, thank you so much for the lovely review. You and Burkhard were wonderful guests in every way — gracious, easy-going, and a genuine pleasure to host. You'd be most welcome back anytime. James
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Traumhaft

Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Urlaub, das Haus hat unsere Erwartungen voll erfüllt und James war gut erreichbar und hat bei Fragen schnell geholfen. Immer wieder gerne!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for dogs!

We loved our stay at Stellock. Great cottage in a great secluded location with no one around. Perfect for the dogs with a gravel outdoor area equipped with a hose for easy cleaning. Lovely quiet beach and country walks all nearby too. Cottage is super cosy with the 2 wood burning stoves and James was super helpful when we ran out of wood. Best pub by far is The Harbour Inn in Garlieston, lovely friendly atmosphere and nice food. Bladnoch distillery also well worth a visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ruhe und Natur genießen

Wer Natur und Ruhe sucht, wird hier fündig. Das Haus und der Garten sind ein Traum. Geschlafen haben wir sehr gut.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location and lovely accommodation

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Monreith. It was exactly the remote and beautiful location we were hoping for. The property was picturesque and comfortable. Plenty of space for the kids to play inside our out. We had a small issue with the downstairs loo which we liaised James about and he was very generous in his response to this. The walk to the beach and whisky tour at Bladnoch Distillery were particular highlights. Thank you to you both. It would be nice to come back in the summer sometime
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming place to escape to

Our experience of Stellock was that it worked really well for us. We were a party of 6 and the house was warm & welcoming, well-equipped and full of character. The wood-burning stove was a joy. We'd recommend it highly!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and conservatory

Quite remote but very pretty location and comfortable bed Communication with owners was slow regarding arrival instructions . Key hard to find ( Under stone but didn’t say stone above us ) Sitting room and kitchen dark but conservatory And garden lovely . No welcome pack which we would expect at that price .. even during Covid other properties have given wine or a local food voucher . No basics not even salt sugar or a few tea bags poor quality utensils that bent when you lifted food . Lack of information for heating and Wi-Fi access . Kitchen needed some upgrading . . Beautiful area of the country
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2021
Thank you for your review David. The check-in information was sent 3 days prior to your arrival. We had Several extra light fittings installed in the living space to add more light, as well as table top lights, not sure if you were using these. The photos of the living space are on the advert itself that you can see prior to booking. We removed the salt, sugar etc due to Covid Holiday House recommendations, this was standard practice for every self-catering property. We have now added these back to the house. The heating is controlled by a simple 'nest' dial, all you do it twist it one way or the other to change the temperature. Sorry I did not think anyone would require guidance, If there were any questions regarding this or the Wifi I was always available via text or phone, I do not recall receiving any communication from yourself regarding this, its a shame as I would have been happy to help. The Kitchen has been newly painted with 9 downlighters also just installed. There is a visitor guide which was left out on the kitchen island for you, this gives all relevant information for local amenities and attractions. Kind Regards James.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet !

Great house with a big garden at the end of a quiet farm track. Good kitchen. Good internet access. Good local beaches. Some nice towns and villages to visit in the area. A nice, quiet and remote location for a family getaway.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Hi Kim, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review for Stellock. Kind Regards James.

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