Guests say
Little Boreland is a charming, well-equipped cottage set in beautiful, secluded grounds teeming with wildlife, including red squirrels and deer. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, spaciousness, and proximity to Gatehouse of Fleet and local attractions. The property is ideal for families and nature lovers, offering peaceful surroundings and plenty of outdoor space. While a few minor suggestions were made regarding comfort and amenities, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Guests frequently mention that the cottage is spotless and very clean on arrival, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful grounds, abundant wildlife, and easy access to Gatehouse of Fleet and local attractions.
The cottage is described as cosy, comfortable, and spacious. A few guests noted warm upstairs rooms during hot weather and suggested softer mattresses, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The property is well equipped with kitchenware, maps, wood burners, and cycling sheds. Some guests suggested a tumble dryer and more pegs, but most found the facilities excellent.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as local information, a history book, and a welcome bottle of prosecco (though gifts like this are not guaranteed). The owner is described as helpful and attentive.
About this property
A late 18th century former farmhouse located close to the coast, set within large gardens and woodland with hill walks from the door..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, DVD Player, DAB Radio, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed, (Also Accessed Via Bedroom 2)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Bike store. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced pond and stream, 20 yards away. Couples, family bookings and holidaymakers only.. A late 18th century former farmhouse located close to the coast. Spectacular setting for wildlife, this cottage is a gem, with its own tranquil gardens and woodland on a hillside near Cardoness Castle, with walks directly from the door. Little Boreland, is full of character and is an ideal holiday retreat for all ages from which to explore the beautiful, unspoilt Fleet Valley National Scenic Area. It is within a short stroll, 1/2 a mile, of the conservation town of Gatehouse of Fleet, with shops, cafés, restaurants, local arts and crafts, and the Mill on the Fleet Visitor Centre.
In 1951, Glencairn Balfour Paul saw the house from the road and fell in love with it. His brother Ian, a keen bird watcher and elder of the Kirk, lived there for twenty years from 1990, following which other family members now maintain the house and its grounds through holiday lets. It has caught the eye of many passing artists who have depicted the house and adjoining wood, including early 20th-century local artists such as A R Sturrock and A M Hotchkis. The Balfour Pauls found Little Boreland just magical.
There are sandy beaches and rocky coves along the coast while the hillier countryside is good for walking. Nearby the Galloway Forest Park, known for its starlit dark skies, has excellent cycle paths. There is so much to see and do with castles, prehistoric sites and specialist gardens, thanks to Galloway’s mild climate. Activities for children include Cocobean at Tywnholm, Loch Ken Activity Centre, Red Kites feeding station at Laurieston. There are ample opportunities for fishing, horse riding and golf. Nearby are many attractive towns including Kirkcudbright, the artists’ town, offering boat trips and art and craft shops; Castle Douglas, Scotland’s food town with many specialist shops and nearby Threave Castle and Gardens; Wigtown, Scotland’s national book town, and Creetown featuring the Gem Rock Museum.
Please note: There are steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Tuesday start for Xmas and/or New Year
The four beds in the attic rooms are more suitable for children but are also fine for adults.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
There is open water in the property grounds.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
EPC Rating = F
Reviews (17)
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Confirmed Guest
Wonderful historic home and enjoyed the history book. We loved watching the birds on the feeders and the surrounding woods. So much to do in the area.Perhaps some soft blankets, more pegs and more comfortable mattresses would be my only suggestion.
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Confirmed Guest
Could do with a tumble dryer to help dry the clothes.
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GARETH DAVIES
We had a lovely break,house is quiet with lovely views and is a magnet for wildlife, the birds in particilar, a nuthatch and great spotted woodpecket were daily visitors, we also saw 3 deers, a red squirrel and a fox, as well sd bats in the evening, Gatehouse of fleet is right next door with numerous castles close by including Threave where you ring a bell for the boatman to take you across the river, all in all chill relaxing time was had by all.