Guests say
Craigvar House receives high praise for its well-equipped amenities, cleanliness, and prime location in Castle Douglas. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings, the generous welcome pack, and the property's proximity to local shops and scenic walks. The enclosed garden is a hit with dog owners, and the house's period features and antique furniture add to its charm.
Guests consistently mention the property's cleanliness, describing it as 'extremely clean' and 'beautifully cleaned and presented'. The attention to cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The location is highly praised for being central, close to amenities, and offering easy access to local attractions and countryside. Its proximity to shops, cafes, and walks makes it an ideal base for exploring.
Reviewers find the house very comfortable, with good quality furniture and bedding. The warm and welcoming atmosphere, along with the comfortable beds, ensures a restful stay.
The property is well-equipped according to guests, with high-quality utensils and a well-stocked welcome pack. Some minor decoration touch-ups are suggested, but overall, the facilities meet guests' needs.
The welcome pack is frequently mentioned and highly appreciated, indicating a high level of thoughtfulness. While such gifts enhance the experience, it's important to note they are a gracious addition and may vary.
About this property
A handsome Georgian townhouse beautifully furnished and decorated throughout with a delightful sunny garden. Ideally situated for the best of town and country..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Gas Fire
Dining room.
Kitchen: (5 Steps), Electric Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Shower Room: (3 Steps), Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Study.
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, (En-Suite Also Accessed Via Hallway)
Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Separate Toilet.
Second Floor:
Living room 2: (No TV).
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and wi-fi included. Welcome pack.. Enclosed back garden with courtyard, sitting-out area and garden furniture. Off-street parking for one car, further garage parking for one car (clearance 7’6" wide x 6’0" high).. Craigvar House is a late Georgian townhouse situated in a quiet and pretty area of the small Galloway market town of Castle Douglas. Retaining internally many of its period features and character, furnished with eco-friendly antiques, the house offers you the surroundings of an earlier, slower, more gracious age, yet has all today’s amenities and conveniences that we expect and enjoy. Craigvar welcomes you.
The house makes an ideal holiday base for exploring the rich history and countryside of Galloway and for comfortable relaxation in sumptuous surroundings. It is situated just a stone’s throw from Carlingwark Loch and its Lochside Park where there are fine countryside walks and a play area for children. Yet Craigvar House is just a few minutes’ walk from Castle Douglas’s wide range of amenities, including an array of independent shops selling produce and quality gifts, a theatre, swimming pool, library, golf course, pubs, and plentiful opportunities for eating out.
Craigvar House offers spacious, well-equipped accommodation. Leading off the attractive hallway are the drawing-room and dining-room, and a small boot and coat room. At the rear of the ground floor is the kitchen, off which is situated the ground floor shower room. The rear entrance leads onto the pretty, fully fenced, dog-secure garden. The staircase leads to a half-landing off which is a cloakroom and a double bedroom furnished with a kingsize bed. The stairs then lead up to the first floor landing off which are two large double bedrooms overlooking gardens opposite. One bedroom has a kingsize bed, the other has two single beds. Each room has its own en-suite bathroom, the first with shower, the second with bath and shower. There is a small study at the end of the landing. On the second floor is a small sitting-room with comfortable sofa and chairs, providing a quiet space separate from the main reception rooms. Leading off it is a walk-in cupboard, really useful for storing those pesky suitcases.
From Craigvar House the Solway coast is within a short drive, giving access to safe sandy beaches, dramatic cliff-top walks, and wonderful coastal scenery. Fishing opportunities abound whether it be sea, coarse or game. There is a large choice of further outdoor activities in the area including bird watching, cycling, golf, hill walking, sailing, shooting, stalking, wildlife trails and woodland walks. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, there are many beautiful gardens to visit, including the National Trust’s Threave Gardens nearby. Castle Douglas is close to the Galloway Forest Park, home to the first Dark Sky Park in Europe, and central to five of the “7stanes” - mountain biking heaven. Beach 13 miles.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = E
Letting licence no.: DG00088F
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (20)
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Confirmed Guest
Wow is all I can say! Craigvar House was more than holiday accommodation: from the minute we walked through the door it felt like home. We have never encountered such a comprehensive welcome pack as provided here, thank you. The house itself was spacious, well laid out and incredibly comfortable. It was lovely to return to such a warm base after a day out in the wind and rain - the heating was so responsive and there was a plentiful supply of hot water to use in the well-equipped bathrooms. Everywhere was clean and the amount of storage in the house was amazing. We had a wonderful sleep every night, the beds were so comfortable and the linen beautifully clean. We loved the period features in the house and would find the garden very enjoyable in better weather. It's ideally positioned for a short walk to Castle Douglas' main street where there's plenty of shops and yet there was no disturbance and little in the way of traffic noise. A few minutes in the opposite direction and you're in open countryside and behind the house is Carlingwark Loch. Parking at the door and on the drive at the back of the house made access very easy. We would certainly like to stay again.
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Confirmed Guest
A beautiful warm and comfortable home in a great location. If you love period detail you will love this house- such lovely furniture and artwork and a dining room full of beautiful pieces. Hospitality package is incredibly generous
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Confirmed Guest
Second time at Craigvar. Lovely house very well equipped and in an ideal location to explore Castle Douglas and surrounding area. Close to park for walks with the dog as well as longer walks further afield. Welcome pack was wonderful.