Phoenix Cottage, Kippford
ID: S371100
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 8
- ・ Pets Yes
Guests say
Phoenix Cottage in Kippford is highly praised for its stunning views, excellent location, and spacious, well-equipped open-plan living areas. Guests appreciate the relaxing atmosphere, proximity to walks, beaches, and local pubs, as well as the beautiful balcony and garden. The owners are noted for good communication and helpfulness. While a few minor issues such as occasional maintenance needs, soft mattresses, and rare cleanliness concerns were mentioned, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a popular choice for family holidays and repeat visits.
Most guests found the cottage clean and fresh, with only isolated mentions of dog hair on furnishings and an unpleasant smell in one bedroom. These were not widespread issues and did not significantly impact overall satisfaction.
The location is consistently described as fantastic, with beautiful views, easy access to walks, beaches, and local amenities. The only minor drawback noted was the rough lane leading to the property.
Guests found the cottage spacious, warm, and comfortable, with particular praise for the open-plan living area and balcony. Some mentioned very soft beds, which may not suit all preferences, but overall comfort was highly rated.
The cottage is well-equipped with kitchen utensils, games, books, and outdoor space. Occasional maintenance issues (decking, oven, shower, garden upkeep) were noted but did not detract significantly from guests' enjoyment.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Phoenix Cottage is a delightful traditional cottage close to the water front of Kippford with a secure enclosed large garden to the rear. The cottage has a fabulous balcony with views over the Estuary to the surrounding hills and e makes a perfect location for a family holiday in comfortable and beautifully prepared accommodation.
Phoenix Cottage is a delightful traditional cottage close to the water front of the village of Kippford. The location is just one row back from the bustling waterfront in a large private garden setting. The open plan first floor living area makes the most of the lovely view and is spacious with separate areas for cooking, dining and sitting, it also includes a wood burning stove. The ground floor bedrooms either have views of the Estuary or the attractive garden. There are 3 bedrooms and a second sitting room with a sofa bed that could be used for additional sleeping area.
The house has a fabulous balcony with views over the Estuary to the surrounding hills and makes a perfect location for a family holiday in comfortable and beautifully prepared accommodation. There are gates to the property providing parking for up to 3 vehicles. The large garden area surrounds the property giving lots of outdoor space, leading up to the charming summerhouse.
The large garden is attractively laid out with shrubs and borders making it a restful, private area in which to relax; there is also a large summer house for guest use.
Phoenix Cottage is in the heart of this coastal village, situated just one row back from the waterfront road. Kippford is one of the most popular villages on the Solway Coast and is a bustling centre for mountain biking, sailing and other water sports. There are also numerous other attractions in the area including art galleries and museums in Kirkcudbright and also the busy market town of Castle Douglas. Outdoor pursuits are extremely well catered for with close by beaches and cliff walks leading from Kippford around to the adjoining popular village of Rockcliffe.
Crabbing on the pontoon just a stone’s throw from the house is a fantastic activity for all, particularly popular for younger visitors. Craigieknowes Golf Course (a family fun 9 hole par 3 course) is on the outskirts of the village. Mountain bike routes are laid out in the Forestry Commission woodlands at Dalbeattie and also in the Galloway Forest Park forming the 7Stanes Mountain Bike Routes and for general touring, the local roads are easy to access and allow the coast to be explored at more leisurely pace.
The owners are committed to respecting those residents who live and work in the village as not all properties are holiday lets. Therefore, it is part of the rental requirement that consideration to our neighbours is adhered to, meaning excessive noise, in particular at night time, is prohibited.
postcode: DG5 4LN
Phoenix is let Friday to Friday, short breaks welcome on the basis of Monday to Friday and Friday to Monday between beginning of October and beginning of March
Security Deposit £150
EPC: D
STL licence :- DG00288F
Accommodation for 8 on two floors with living space on first floor:
Ground Floor: Front Vestibule and hall; Principal bedroom with King size bed and ensuite shower room; Double bedroom; Shower room with walk in shower; Twin bedroom; Snug sitting room with double sofa bed which leads to utility room
First floor: Open plan living area with separate areas for sitting, dining and fully fitted kitchen; wood burning stove, patio door to balcony
Outside: Summer house and bike storage; attractive garden with terraced beds.
Services: Oil-fired central heating included * Bed linen and towels provided * Induction hob with electric oven * Microwave * Dishwasher * Washing machine * Fridge * Freezer * TV's with DVD Player in both upstairs and downstairs sitting rooms (both with BT TV package) * Bluetooth speakers * Wifi * Car parking area * Bicycle storage (4 x 6 foot lockable shed for bikes and wet gear) * 2 dogs welcome (Additional charges apply).
Note: The garden is set into the hill in areas so there are terraces with small drops to lower levels, please see the photos. Parents with children will need to ensure all take care
Reviews (20)
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Confirmed Guest
Fantastic house, we loved our stay here. Perfect location in Kippford, Close to all amenities, local shop and pubs all with easy walking distance. Waterfront only a minutes away and lovely walks near by. Phoenix cottage is well equipped and spacious, everyone had their own space. The cottage sits on an elevated position and we loved sitting on the balcony looking over the water. Beautiful mature gardens to enjoy. The owners are very helpful and provided great information. Thank you we will definitely return in the future.
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Brian Wakefield
Very spacious and warm holiday home with a great garden and balcony. Well equipped with everything you need and a great garden for the summer. Only drawback is the lane leading up to the house is not made up and full of pot holes. Good communication from the owners but they phoned just before we started our holiday to say that the oven and one of the showers , whilst still working, needed replacement parts which were to be fitted whilst we were there. However, did not hear anything further from them. They also failed to get back to me over trousers damaged on door furniture. Would still reccomend this house.
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Helen Watson
Excellent location, with amazing open plan lounge, kitchen and decking with views.