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Rusko Stables - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms
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9.6 out of 10
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 680 sq m
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Gatehouse Of Fleet, Dumfries and Galloway
- Place, Cardoness Castle3 min drive
- Place, Laggan Outdoor8 min drive
- Place, Mossyard Beach11 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
King size bedroom
1 King Bed
King size bedroom
1 King Bed
King size bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
En-suite\comma\ shower room\comma\ wash basin & WC
Toilet · Shower only
En-suite\comma\ shower room\comma\ wash basin & WC
Toilet · Shower only
En-suite\comma\ shower room\comma\ wash basin & WC
Toilet · Shower only
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About this property
Rusko Stables - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms
Offering luxury holiday accommodation for 6 Rusko Stables has been lovingly restored and converted from the original stables and coach house for Rusko House. The first floor apartment has a large and welcoming open plan sitting room/dining area and fully fitted kitchen with wood floors and furnished to the highest of standards. The 3 King size bedrooms with zip and link beds are all provided with en suite shower rooms. The conversion has married superb contemporary living with the character of the original building including original beams and showing off the heritage and character of the former stables, coach house and groom’s quarters, all ensuring a memorable and a luxurious holiday experience.
The apartment is set in the grounds of Rusko House ensuring peace and tranquillity, at the rear of the building is a spacious barbecue terrace complete with a firepit and unlimited logs ready to make a night of al fresco enjoyment. There are excellent views out over the adjoining fields to the surrounding hills and woods beyond. At night time it makes an excellent spot for star gazing, enthusiasts can also visit the Galloway Forest Park and Scottish Dark Sky Observatory at Dalmellington, near Ayr.
Attractive walks may be accessed direct from the Stables and it is only a brisk 30 minute walk into the Historic Town of Gatehouse of Fleet; the town is a popular tourist destination with many excellent cafes and hotels together with access to the wonderful “Bluebell” Cally Estate woods. South-West Scotland is ideal for holidays and abounds in touring opportunities, historic and cultural sites or sporting activities. The former might include visiting National Trust properties at Broughton House in Kirkcudbright, and Threave Gardens outside Castle Douglas whilst the latter would obviously involve golfing with courses too numerous to mention, including the town's 9-hole course just a mile away.
The wonderful Solway Coast with spectacular contrasting sandy beaches and rugged cliffs are a short drive away and there are also excellent outdoor opportunities for horse-riding, bird watching and walking in local forests for wildlife. Biking enthusiasts have many choices with the Forestry Commission's 7Stanes Mountain Bike Routes are all close to hand.
Guests can also arrange Art lessons with the owner who is a professional artist at the nearby Rusko Studio. Please ask for more details.
POST CODE: DG7 2BS
Rusko Stables is let weekly Saturday to Saturday. Short breaks are welcome outwith High & Peak periods, at all other times they are accepted if booked within 28 days of arrival.
£150 Damage Deposit
Accommodation for 6 on first floor: Ground floor; entrance vestibule with internal stone stairs to first floor. First Floor: Sitting Room area with wood burner; Dining table for 8; Kitchen with breakfast bar and modern fittings; 3 King size bedrooms (which have zip 'n' link beds to become twins) each with en suite shower room.
Services: Central heating and Electricity included * Wood burning stove with a supply of fuel * Bed linen and Towels are provided * Electric Cooker * Fridge & Freezer * Dishwasher * Microwave * Wifi * TV via satellite * Travel cot and highchair * Garden with Patio, Furniture and BBQ * Parking for 3 cars * Bicycle storage * Sorry we are unable to accept pets.* Mobile signal is very weak
NOTE: Accommodation is on the first floor which is accessed by an internal stone staircase, parents with infants or young children will need to take care and also note that it is not possible to fit a stair gate to. Please note the laundry room will not be available until after 48 hours of your arrival.
There is no facility for EV charging at this property. There are public chargers nearby in Gatehouse of Fleet.
The apartment is set in the grounds of Rusko House ensuring peace and tranquillity, at the rear of the building is a spacious barbecue terrace complete with a firepit and unlimited logs ready to make a night of al fresco enjoyment. There are excellent views out over the adjoining fields to the surrounding hills and woods beyond. At night time it makes an excellent spot for star gazing, enthusiasts can also visit the Galloway Forest Park and Scottish Dark Sky Observatory at Dalmellington, near Ayr.
Attractive walks may be accessed direct from the Stables and it is only a brisk 30 minute walk into the Historic Town of Gatehouse of Fleet; the town is a popular tourist destination with many excellent cafes and hotels together with access to the wonderful “Bluebell” Cally Estate woods. South-West Scotland is ideal for holidays and abounds in touring opportunities, historic and cultural sites or sporting activities. The former might include visiting National Trust properties at Broughton House in Kirkcudbright, and Threave Gardens outside Castle Douglas whilst the latter would obviously involve golfing with courses too numerous to mention, including the town's 9-hole course just a mile away.
The wonderful Solway Coast with spectacular contrasting sandy beaches and rugged cliffs are a short drive away and there are also excellent outdoor opportunities for horse-riding, bird watching and walking in local forests for wildlife. Biking enthusiasts have many choices with the Forestry Commission's 7Stanes Mountain Bike Routes are all close to hand.
Guests can also arrange Art lessons with the owner who is a professional artist at the nearby Rusko Studio. Please ask for more details.
POST CODE: DG7 2BS
Rusko Stables is let weekly Saturday to Saturday. Short breaks are welcome outwith High & Peak periods, at all other times they are accepted if booked within 28 days of arrival.
£150 Damage Deposit
Accommodation for 6 on first floor: Ground floor; entrance vestibule with internal stone stairs to first floor. First Floor: Sitting Room area with wood burner; Dining table for 8; Kitchen with breakfast bar and modern fittings; 3 King size bedrooms (which have zip 'n' link beds to become twins) each with en suite shower room.
Services: Central heating and Electricity included * Wood burning stove with a supply of fuel * Bed linen and Towels are provided * Electric Cooker * Fridge & Freezer * Dishwasher * Microwave * Wifi * TV via satellite * Travel cot and highchair * Garden with Patio, Furniture and BBQ * Parking for 3 cars * Bicycle storage * Sorry we are unable to accept pets.* Mobile signal is very weak
NOTE: Accommodation is on the first floor which is accessed by an internal stone staircase, parents with infants or young children will need to take care and also note that it is not possible to fit a stair gate to. Please note the laundry room will not be available until after 48 hours of your arrival.
There is no facility for EV charging at this property. There are public chargers nearby in Gatehouse of Fleet.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Castle Douglas
Castle Douglas is home to this cottage. Stewartry Museum and The Whitehouse Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cally Gardens and Laggan Outdoor. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gatehouse Of Fleet, Dumfries and Galloway
What's nearby
- Mill on the Fleet - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
- Cardoness Castle - 3 min drive - 4.4 km
- Laggan Outdoor - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
- Mossyard Beach - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
- Galloway Forest Park - 37 min drive - 51.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Galloway Lodge - 3 min drive
- The Skyreburn Teapot - 6 min drive
- Schoolhouse - 12 min drive
- Masonic Arms - 3 min drive
- Gather - 10 min drive
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