14 Union Street, Kirkcudbright

About this property

Located in the heart of beautiful Kirkcudbright, known locally as the ‘Artist’s Town’ due to its connections with the Glasgow Boys and Girls, 14 Union Street is the perfect base for those who wish to explore all that this part of the Dumfries and Galloway coast has to offer. Comfortably sleeping 4 this home away from home, is within easy reach of all the local amenities.

Kirkcudbright offers numerous opportunities for eating out with The Garret and The Selkirk Arms Hotel just a short stroll from the door. If you prefer to eat in then why not sample some of the excellent local produce available at the many independent shops to be found in the town. There is also a very popular Farmers Market held on the 4th Sunday of each month with between 20 & 30 stalls full of all sorts of goodies from cheese to seafood, Beer to pies. You can see why Kirkcudbright is such a tasty place to visit! Farmers & Producers markets are a regular feature through the area so there will generally be one within a short drive if you stay falls on an alternative week.

This town is a must for all art lovers with numerous Art Galleries including the prestigious Kirkcudbright Galleries with its visiting exhibitions, and NTS Broughton House and garden, the former home of E.A Hornel there is plenty to see and paint. With the Dark Space Planetarium, the Wee Pottery and the community run Swimming Pool there is something for everyone even on the inclement days. Throughout the summer months there is a full and varied calendar of events organised by the Summer Festivities committee which include popular Scottish Nights on a Thursday evening cumulating with a Tattoo at the end of August.

There are numerous nearby attractions and activities for both adults and children, including Cream o' Galloway where you can participate in ice cream and cheese making workshops, stroll round their nature trails and of course enjoy delicious ice cream afterwards. The Cocoa Bean Chocolate Factory offers both indoor and outdoor play areas and chocolate making workshops. For the more active there are plenty of walking and cycling opportunities be it coastal, hill or forest; numerous sandy coves and beaches cry out to be explored; The Galloway Forest Park, nominated Britain’s first Dark Sky Park is within easy reach and offers spectacular opportunities for star gazing. Being Scotland golf is never far away, and the town boasts an 18 hole course with many others within a short drive.

postcode: DG6 4JF

14 Union Street is let weekly Friday to Friday between June and end of September, throughout the rest of the year changeover days are Mondays and Fridays with short breaks accepted

Damage Deposit £150

STL Licence:

EPC: D

Accommodation for 4 on two Floors: Ground Floor; One step to main entrance leading to hallway; Living room with Smart TV; Kitchen/Diner; Utility Room with washing machine. First floor; Super King size bedroom (which can become a Twin on request, please let us know at time of booking); Twin bedroom; Shower room with walk in shower, wash basin and Toilet.

Services: Gas central heating and electricity included * Bed linen and towels provided * Washing machine* Gas cooker * Fridge Freezer * Microwave * Wi-fi * Cot, highchair and stair gates available on request * Free on street parking * 2 well behaved dogs welcome (Additional charges apply).