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THE BLACK SHEEP, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn

Cottage in Newton Stewart with kitchen and fireplace

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Fireplace
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

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Newton Stewart, Southern Scotland
  • Place, Bladnoch Distillery
  • Place, Whithorn Priory
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Whithorn Trust Discovery Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

THE BLACK SHEEP, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn

The Black Sheep rests in Whithorn, and can sleep two guests in one bedroom.

The Black Sheep, a single-storey shepherd's hut, consists of a studio-style living space including a king-size bed, a kitchen with microwave, toaster, and kettle, and a sitting area with seating and woodburning stove. There is also an external bathroom with bath and shower over, and an external cloakroom with WC. WiFi, fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen, and towels are included in the rent. Outside, there is a non-enclosed side garden with lawn, furniture, gravel, wood-fired hot tub, fire pit, barbecue, and countryside views, plus off-road parking available. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1.7 miles, pub 1.8 miles, river 0.5 miles. A stay at The Black Sheep promises to be one to remember. Note: Although this is a single-storey property, there are steps up to entrance. Note: There is no WiFi at this property. This property accepts Christmas Day and New Years Day check in and check out

Amenities: Wood burning stove. Microwave, toaster, kettle. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking available. Enclosed wrap-around garden with lawn, furniture, gravel, wood-fired hot tub, fire pit, barbecue, and countryside views. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1.7 miles, pub 1.8 miles, river 0.5 miles. Note: Although this is a single-storey property, there are steps up to entrance. Note: There is no WiFi at this property. This property accepts Christmas Day and New Years Day check in and check out

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 on the Machars Peninsula in Dumfries and Galloway is renowned for having the first recorded Christian church is Scotland. Built by St Ninian around 397, the site of the Candida Casa, or White/Shining House, is now home to the parish church. The area of Whithorn is rich in history and is also home to a medieval priory and an archaeological site. The distinctive shape of Whithorn, with its spacious central area and narrow entrance-ways of elegant Georgian houses, displays its medieval heritage. The Machars and Rhins of Galloway are also home to spectacular gardens, a result of the Gulf Stream and mild climate. Logan Botanic Gardens, the Aldouran Wetland and the spectacular gardens of Castle Kennedy are all a must see. 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, Garlieston, and along the whole of Luce Bay will delight any visitor.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Located in Newton Stewart, this cottage is in a rural area. Blackcraig Wood and Mossyard Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Laggan Outdoor and Cally Gardens. 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 - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Whithorn Trust Discovery Centre - 8 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Swallow Theatre - 14 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Wigtown Square - 28 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Mossyard Beach - 62 min drive - 64.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Steam Packet Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Calcutta Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dumfries and Galloway Tea and Coffee Trail - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Central Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE BLACK SHEEP, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at THE BLACK SHEEP, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn?

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE BLACK SHEEP, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn on 13 Dec 2025 start from AU$736.13, excluding 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 BLACK SHEEP, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at THE BLACK SHEEP, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE BLACK SHEEP, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE BLACK SHEEP, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Whithorn located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Whithorn Trust Discovery Centre and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Whithorn Priory. Swallow Theatre and Bladnoch Distillery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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10/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Duncan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Beautiful location on a working farm. Very snug accommodation which doesn’t lend itself to wet days. Pet friendly and clean. Lovely wood fired hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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