Ernambrie Cottage, Castle Douglas
ID: S135515
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Ernambrie Cottage receives high praise for its peaceful rural setting, beautiful countryside views, and friendly, helpful hosts. Guests consistently mention the cottage's cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped nature, making it an ideal base for exploring Dumfries and Galloway. The garden and abundant birdlife are frequently highlighted, and many guests appreciate the opportunity to disconnect from technology. While some note the interior is a little dated and there are minor areas for improvement, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as spotlessly clean, tidy, and well looked after. Only one review mentions a faint smell in the main bedroom, but this is outweighed by the consistently positive feedback.
The location is repeatedly praised for its beautiful countryside, peacefulness, and proximity to Castle Douglas and local attractions. Guests appreciate the balance of seclusion and accessibility.
Guests find the cottage warm, cosy, and comfortable, with spacious rooms and a relaxing atmosphere. A few mention the decor is dated or comfort is a bit sparse in places, but most are very satisfied.
The cottage is described as well equipped, with everything needed for a pleasant stay. The garden and bird feeders are appreciated, and the heating is noted as effective. Some mention the interior could be modernised, but this is reflected in the value.
Hosts are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and considerate. A welcome pack is mentioned in one review, but as gifts are not guaranteed, future guests should not expect them as standard.
About this property
A delightful holiday cottage on a working farm with large courtyard to rear and only a short distance from the market town of Castle Douglas.
A delightful cottage on a working farm (close to the owner's farmhouse) with large courtyard to rear and only a short distance from the market town of Castle Douglas. The owners are very keen and enthusiastic gardeners
Visitors are very welcome to wander through them to explore and enjoy.
Castle Douglas known as the 'Food Town' has a wide selection of independent shops, restaurants, cafes and pubs for eating out, a swimming pool & gym, theatre (which combines as a cinema), library and an 18 hole golf course. Threave Estate (part of National Trust for Scotland) lies on the edge of the town where the gardens and house are well worth a visit, as is Threave Castle.
The cottage is an ideal centre from which to explore the whole of Galloway with its choice of walks, choose from cliff top, forest or more strenuous hill walks. Fishing opportunities abound be it Sea, Loch or River. There are many beaches within a short drive of the cottage. The Forestry Commission 7Stanes Trails are located throughout the region with the nearest being at Dalbeattie (about 15 minutes by car) with others at Dumfries & Newton Stewart. Golf courses are plentiful throughout the area.
Post Code: DG7 3AN
Ernambrie Cottage accepts bookings with an any day arrival and short breaks are welcome throughout the year
Damage Deposit £150
STL Licence: DG01898F
EPC:F
Accommodation all on one floor: Lounge (double bed settee, patio doors); Kitchen/Dining room; Shower room; 1 Double bedroom with en-suite toilet & wash hand basin; 1 Twin.
Services: Oil central heating * Bed linen and towels provided * Washing machine * Fridge * Freezer * Electric cooking * Microwave * T.V. and DVD * Cot and High chair on request * Mobile reception * Parking * Patio * Pets welcome * (Additional charges apply) Shops and eating out 3 miles *
Reviews (26)
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Confirmed Guest
It was a good experience and we were met by the owner who was helpful. Her husband chatted to us that evening when he came back and subsequently when we were out in the lovely garden. We visited as many places as we could in the short time we were there,
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Confirmed Guest
If you want a quite peaceful holiday this is certainly the place. Spotless spacious accommodation wi th lovely views across the garden .
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Carole Dempsey
Lovely little place all on ground floor, very well equipped and lovely welcome pack. About 10 mins drive into castle Douglas.. Lovely little back garden so peaceful and all the little birds in the garden was so lovely to watch.. 24/7 heating on for you was like a little oven when we arrived.. Lovely friendly owners.. Couldn't fault it at all.. Would highly reccomend