Guests say
Buckle House is a spacious, well-equipped cottage in the heart of Gatehouse of Fleet, praised for its bright kitchen, comfortable beds, and secure garden ideal for dogs. Guests appreciate the peaceful location, easy access to local amenities, and thoughtful touches from the owner. The property is popular with returning visitors and families. While most reviews highlight cleanliness and comfort, a few mention occasional maintenance issues, particularly with heating and minor fixtures. Overall, guests enjoy a relaxing and memorable stay, making it a highly recommended choice for exploring the area.
Most guests found the property very clean and well-presented, with only a couple of reviews mentioning isolated issues such as dog hairs or a stained mattress. The majority of feedback is positive regarding cleanliness.
The location is consistently praised for its convenience, peacefulness, and proximity to local shops, cafes, and walks. Guests value the easy access to both the village and surrounding countryside.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and a homely atmosphere. The cottage is described as warm and cosy, with only rare comments about the kitchen being cold in winter.
The cottage is well-equipped, especially the kitchen and garden, and is dog-friendly. Some guests experienced maintenance issues with the boiler and minor fixtures, but these were generally addressed by the owner.
Many guests appreciated welcome packs, dog treats, and prompt, friendly communication from the owner. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities from this cottage, which is just a short walk from pubs and restaurants..
Ground Floor:
Living room: 43" Freeview TV, Bluetooth Speaker, Electric Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Wine Cooler
Living room 2: (2 Steps), Freeview TV, Gas Fire
Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack and doggy extras.. Large enclosed lawned garden with patio, summerhouse, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. On-road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the garden.. Buckle House is set in the heart of the small thriving town of Gatehouse of Fleet, in this delightful and peaceful corner of Dumfries and Galloway. Buckle House gets its name from its past as it was once a shoe shop! This terraced house is warm and inviting from the moment you step through the door. From the cosy living room with comfortable sofas at the front of the house, to the snug where you can relax, heading into the lovely kitchen dining room with views over the garden. The bedrooms on the first floor are tranquil ensuring a good night sleep. The garden is just heaven for your four-legged friend, totally enclosed yet with direct access through a gate at the bottom onto Garries Park where you will find the paths that take you into Cally Woods as well as a bike shed to safely store your bikes.
There are many attractions in and around the town including the Mill on the Fleet Visitor Centre and Cardoness Castle. For a more laid back day there are delightful beaches within only a few minutes’ drive, including Mossyard and Carrick. The area has numerous walks available, from scenic coastal walks to forest trails. With sailing, swimming, horse riding, fishing, golf, boat trips and water sports close by, there is something for everyone.
Warmed by the Gulf Stream, there are many beautiful gardens to visit, including Threave Garden (National Trust). Close to the Galloway Forest Park, home to the first Dark Sky Park in Europe, and central to 5 of the 7Stanes at Kirroughtree Forest and Dalbeattie Forest, it is a popular location for cyclists and mountain bikers. Kirroughtree has some of the best technical singletrack mountain bike trails in Scotland. Only a short drive away, Kirkcudbright, known as ’the artists’ town’, attracts visitors throughout the year drawn by the harbour, the historic high street and the diverse range of annual events and visitor attractions. The popular programme of summer festivities culminates with the spectacular Tattoo, an event not to be missed. Beach 5¼ miles. Shop and restaurant 100 yards, pub 300 yards.
Buckle House can be booked together with No 7 (ref UK31891) to accommodate up to 9 guests.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (29)
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Linda Tulip
Lovely cottage, well positioned to visit places in the area. Locals are friendly and helpful. We loved the area and would visit again. Would happily stay at Buckle House again. My little dog loved having a secure garden to explore.
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Sheila Whetnall
Buckle House is in a great location, near the Spar, The Angel coffee house and the Galloway Larder. The beds are very comfortable and the bedding good quality. The kitchen is fabulous with everything you need.The internal doors are a bit difficult to open and close, maybe need a bit of shaving? Nice to have two lounges, both very comfy.The weather wasn’t the best while we were there so we couldn’t make full use of the large garden but our two dogs enjoyed it.
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent accommodation in beautiful Gatehouse