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"River Ken Cottage" - Fantastic views/walking - Rural place in Galloway Hills
Cottage in Castle Douglas with kitchen and balcony
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2
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Explore the area
Castle Douglas, SCT
- Place, Galloway Forest Park33 min drive
- Place, Lock Ken34 min drive
- Place, Drumlanrig Castle45 min drive
- Airport, Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)60 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
"River Ken Cottage" - Fantastic views/walking - Rural place in Galloway Hills
"River Ken Cottage" is situated only a few meters from River Ken in the Galloway Hills 45 minutes from Dumfries. If you are looking for peace and quiet you have found it here. Amazing views, fantastic walking/cycling.
The space
"River Ken Cottage" is a very idyllic riverside log cabin situated 10 miles from St. John's Town of Dalry in the Galloway Hills. Great cycling/hiking right on the doorstep and close to Southern Upland Way. Roe and red deer are seen on the hills daily. Nearest town is Castle Douglas with a wide selection of goods. Drumlanrig and Culzean Castle, Galloway Forest Park with Dark Skies Observatry for star glazing and Wanlockhead Lead mines are just some of the many attractions in the area. As we are "in the middle of Nowhere" you will need your own car. We are 20 minutes from St. John's Town of Dalry and Moniaive villages with shops, pubs and restaurants.
The property is on ground floor level, heated by electric air pump and comprises:
Entrance Porch with chest freezer
Open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area
Lounge Area with TV and DVD
Kitchen Area with 2 ring ceramic hob, microwave with grill and convection oven, fridge, toaster, kettle
Dining Area with table and chairs
Bedroom with double bed (access from one side only) and views over river
Shower Room with shower enclosure, electric rail, WC and wash basin
Facilities:
All fuel, power, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot and high chair available on request.
The Cottage has a covered veranda perfect for al fresco dining, external picnic table and BBQ. Off road parking.
Our house is on site so you can always get in touch.
Please note there us no wifi in the cabin and phone signal can be limited unless you are with EE.
The space
"River Ken Cottage" is a very idyllic riverside log cabin situated 10 miles from St. John's Town of Dalry in the Galloway Hills. Great cycling/hiking right on the doorstep and close to Southern Upland Way. Roe and red deer are seen on the hills daily. Nearest town is Castle Douglas with a wide selection of goods. Drumlanrig and Culzean Castle, Galloway Forest Park with Dark Skies Observatry for star glazing and Wanlockhead Lead mines are just some of the many attractions in the area. As we are "in the middle of Nowhere" you will need your own car. We are 20 minutes from St. John's Town of Dalry and Moniaive villages with shops, pubs and restaurants.
The property is on ground floor level, heated by electric air pump and comprises:
Entrance Porch with chest freezer
Open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area
Lounge Area with TV and DVD
Kitchen Area with 2 ring ceramic hob, microwave with grill and convection oven, fridge, toaster, kettle
Dining Area with table and chairs
Bedroom with double bed (access from one side only) and views over river
Shower Room with shower enclosure, electric rail, WC and wash basin
Facilities:
All fuel, power, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot and high chair available on request.
The Cottage has a covered veranda perfect for al fresco dining, external picnic table and BBQ. Off road parking.
Our house is on site so you can always get in touch.
Please note there us no wifi in the cabin and phone signal can be limited unless you are with EE.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Outdoor space
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please get in touch if you want to bring children.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
You are welcome to smoke outside on the terrace.
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 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
Property Registration Number DG00604F
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Castle Douglas
Located in Castle Douglas, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lock Ken and Clatteringshaws Loch, while Museum of Lead Mining and Ellisland Farm are cultural highlights. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, cycling and hunting nearby.
Castle Douglas, SCT
What's nearby
- Galloway Forest Park - 33 min drive - 41.0 km
- Lock Ken - 34 min drive - 42.5 km
- Clatteringshaws Loch - 42 min drive - 41.4 km
- Drumlanrig Castle - 45 min drive - 49.9 km
- Dumfries House - 54 min drive - 68.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Carsphairn Tearooms - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Your host
We moved here from Sussex last year, looking for a more relaxed pace of life.
3 dogs and us love it up here, so peaceful.
3 dogs and us love it up here, so peaceful.
Why they chose this property
If you love the countryside and to stay rural places this is THE place :)
What makes this property unique
Excellent views, the sound of the river, high standard accommodation, great walking/cycling
Languages:
English, German, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish
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