Guests say
Fairview is a spacious and well-equipped cottage in a beautiful, peaceful location near the bay, ideal for families and groups seeking a relaxing break. Guests praise its cleanliness, comfort, and excellent facilities, including thoughtful touches for dogs and children. The proximity to the beach and scenic walks are frequently highlighted, with easy access to local amenities by car. While the area is quiet with limited shops and restaurants, the setting and home comforts more than make up for it. Most guests express a desire to return, making it a highly recommended holiday spot.
Multiple reviews mention the house being clean and well maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is consistently praised for its beauty, tranquillity, and proximity to the beach and scenic walks. The only minor drawback is the lack of shops in the immediate village, requiring a car for amenities.
Guests describe the cottage as comfortable, spacious, and homely, suitable for large groups and families. One review notes a preference for a firmer mattress, but overall comfort is highly rated.
The property is repeatedly described as very well equipped, with excellent facilities for families and dogs, including a dog wash and plenty of space. No significant maintenance issues are mentioned.
Guests appreciate thoughtful touches such as dog towels and well-stocked amenities. Please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Just 100 yards from the beach and Solway coastline, Fairview offers spacious accommodation for up to eight guests, and your dog can come too!. 4 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 43" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, CD Player, Electric Fire
Dining room: Electric Fire
Kitchen: 2 x Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating (underfloor on ground floor), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. Outbuilding with tumble dryer. . Lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. This fantastic, semi-detached cottage is only 100 yards from the gentle, sandy bathing beaches of this lovely stretch of the Solway Coast. Fairview offers spacious accommodation right in the middle of the popular seaside conservation village of Rockcliffe, with forest and coastal walks, runs (including round the coast to Kippford, the Solway Yacht Club and local pubs) and a lovely tea shop for midday refreshments. Access to Dalbeattie Forest and the famous 7stanes mountain bike trails are close by as are facilities golf, tennis, fishing, sailing and wind-surfing. Small boats are also allowed to be launched directly from the beach, if you fancy a day sailing and exploring the area, you can imagine being one of the smugglers who used to frequent the area.
The front of the house looks out over the bay towards Rough Island, a National Trust bird sanctuary, which is connected to the shore at low tide. Nearby rspb Mersehead nature reserve and WWT Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve are also wildlife havens, and are a birdwatchers paradise. Local mountains to climb include Screel Hill, Ben Gairn and Criffell and historic towns to visit include Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbright and Gatehouse of Fleet. The wraparound garden provides peace and tranquillity, and is the perfect place to relax in the evening to enjoy a glass of wine as you watch a dramatic Solway sunset. Beach 100 yards. Shop and restaurant 1 mile, pub 2 miles.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = C
Letting Licence No. DG00349F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (12)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage and location.
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Carol Oliver
This is the perfect house for families or a group of adults wanting a peaceful break. The house itself has everything you could possibly need to make meals for a large group and keep everyone entertained. It was beautifully clean and well organised with fantastic views. We really enjoyed sitting in the gorgeous garden for breakfast!The information provided and the communication throughout was second to none which was much appreciated.We had the best time making sandcastles, looking for creatures in the rock pools, splashing in the water when the tide was in and playing in the dingy. The ice cream van is always there and the little cafe is a beautiful place to sit cuppa at the weekend. There are public toilets next to the beach which are very convenient! The beach is a few yards walk so it’s very easy to pop back to the house. The walk to Kippford through the woods was lovely and the Anchor and The Ark are great for food. Colvend Golf Club is absolutely fantastic for breakfast and I think it’ll be a very good bet for a dog friendly Sunday lunch.If the weather isn’t too good there are lots of activities round about and plenty of games and puzzles provided at Fairview. We very much hope we’ll be able to stay at Fairview again soon - the best spot for a family holiday yet!
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Confirmed Guest
An ideal house in an ideal location. Great for children playing on the beach.