Guests say
Rosebank Cottage is a charming, well-equipped and characterful retreat in a peaceful village setting, ideal for exploring the Dumfries and Galloway area. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, thoughtful eco-friendly touches, and excellent provision for both families and dog owners. The cottage is noted for its comfort, warmth, and welcoming feel, with many appreciating the gardens and proximity to beaches and local walks. While a few mention minor maintenance issues and challenges for those with mobility needs, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a delightful base for a relaxing countryside break.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-presented, with several describing it as spotless. A small number noted areas that could be cleaner, such as dog hair or dust, but these were exceptions rather than the rule.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, proximity to beaches, countryside, and local attractions. The peaceful village setting and easy access to walks and wildlife are frequently highlighted as standout features.
Guests regularly describe the cottage as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with quality bedding and furnishings. Some mention steep stairs and small beds as minor drawbacks, particularly for those with mobility issues, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The cottage is widely regarded as exceptionally well-equipped, with everything needed for a relaxing stay, including kitchenware, utility areas, and modern amenities. Occasional comments mention maintenance issues or tired décor, but these are outweighed by positive feedback.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, eco-friendly products, and responsive communication from the owners. While gifts like biscuits and jam are mentioned, please note these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A delightful cosy and inviting cottage situated close to the stunning Solway coast - perfect for a quiet and relaxing getaway. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Sky, Smart Speaker, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Woodburner, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Freezer, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Superfast Fibre Broadband included Cot and highchair. Initial fuel for wood burners included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed front garden with sitting out area, garden furniture and bird hide. Enclosed private patio with garden furniture. Rear sloping garden with bench. Bike storage available. On road parking, in front of house. No smoking. Please note: There are 10 steps in the rear garden.. Rosebank Cottage is a traditional, characterful Galloway cottage refurbished to a high standard. Dating back to the 1800s, it retains many original features including cornicing and window shutters. The kitchen/dining room has an open airy feel and is warmed by a wood burner. Enjoy a meal around the dining table discussing your day’s adventures. The living room/snug also enjoys a wood burner, and with comfortable sofa and chairs makes the perfect place to spend a quiet evening curled up with a book. With an eye to sustainability, the house has wool insulation and has been painted with Farrow and Ball eco paint throughout, non-toxic eco cleaning products are also used.
Upstairs the bedrooms are spacious with stunning views from the bay windows to the front overlooking the garden and open farmland. All linen and towels are organic cotton.
Rosebank Cottage has wonderful outside dining to the side of the house and an enclosed patio area to the front with table and chairs. The front garden is also a haven for wildflowers and plants, helping create a natural habitat for birds, insects and wildlife. Enjoy sitting under the pergola or in the bird hide watching the variety of birds come and go.
Rosebank is situated in the coastal community of Borgue and only 5-miles from the popular tourist town of Kirkcudbright. Borgue has a welcoming village pub and restaurant (about 300m away) whilst Kirkcudbright and nearby Gatehouse of Fleet offer a wider range of restaurants, cafes and independent shops with local seafood restaurants and smokeries. The Solway Coast is close by with sandy beaches and rugged cliff tops to explore, while inland is the vast expanse of the Galloway Forest Park. From coastal walks and rolling countryside, Rosebank Cottage is the perfect location to explore the area by foot, bike or car. Within 10-minutes you can be at Brighouse Bay or Carrick Bay offering coastal walks, beaches and beautiful sunsets. The roads and tracks are perfect for leisurely cycles and walks.
There is an abundance of activities with sailing, swimming, riding, fishing, golf, boat trips and water sports. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, there are many beautiful gardens to visit, including National Trust Threave Gardens and Logan Botanics. Central to 5 of the worlds renowned 7Stanes, it is a popular location for cyclists and mountain bikers. Kirkcudbright with its bustling harbour is a must for a visit. Stroll through the town and visit Broughton House, once home to Scottish painter E. A. Hornel. The town boasts Kirkcudbright Galleries, hosting art and historical exhibitions like the Galloway Hoard. Kirkcudbright is known as ‘the artists’ town’, having hosted generations of painters, craftmakers and artisans. The town attracts visitors throughout the year, drawn in by the harbour, the historic high street and the diverse range of annual events and visitor attractions. The popular programme of summer festivities culminates with the spectacular Tattoo.
Wigtown is about a half hour drive, known as the book town, it has no less than 20 bookshops plus a book festival in the Autumn.
Dumfries and Galloway is steeped in ancient history, with hill forts, cairns and battle sites never far away. Robert the Bruce spent a lot of time in the area. Robert Burns is ever present wherever you go, especially in Dumfries where you can visit his house.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (39)
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Peter Ashton
A comfortable cottage with everything needed to enjoy a holiday in this beautiful part of the world.
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Elaine Bartle
A well appointed cottage in a good location. We had everything we needed ( and more), and overall we had a lovely stay. One observation is it seems a little bit tired in places but I understand it is difficult to maintain when it is so popular. Despite this I would definitely recommend and hope to return for another stay
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Peter Scorer
Best equipped cottage we have stayed in and in a lovely area. We liked the 1970s Habitat meets Shaker ambience. The front garden is across the road and the back garden is up quite a few steps, which is not made clear from the literature.The biggest issue for us was the heating. It is controlled remotely by the owner so there was no opportunity to adjust it to our needs. Frankly, we were cold. After a phone call and email, for neither of which we received a reply, the temperature was turned up from 19 to 20degs. Since it was only on for a few hours in 24, the fabric of the building never warmed up, thus exacerbating the issue.We are used to a wood burning stove as we have one at home but we struggled to keep the one in the lounge going for any length of time.All in all, a great place to stay if the weather is warm but the heating needs to be at a more generous temperature if it’s cold.