ID: S1331770
Cairndoon Steading Whithorn is a beautifully converted, modern and spacious cottage set in a peaceful rural location with stunning views and sunsets. Guests consistently praise the high standard of cleanliness, comfort, and the warm, welcoming hosts. The property is well-equipped, with ensuite bedrooms and thoughtful touches. While the location is tranquil and close to many attractions, a car is essential due to limited local amenities and walking routes directly from the cottage. The hosts’ hospitality, including home-baked treats, is frequently mentioned and greatly appreciated.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean, spotless, and well-maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The peaceful rural setting and beautiful views are highly praised. However, the remote location and lack of footpaths for walking directly from the property are noted as minor drawbacks.
Guests describe the cottage as comfortable, spacious, warm, and furnished to a high standard. The only caution is the staircase, which may not be ideal for families with very young children.
The property offers modern amenities, ensuite bedrooms, and is well-equipped. The only minor limitation is the lack of nearby supermarkets, requiring guests to plan ahead for shopping.
The hosts are repeatedly described as welcoming, helpful, and thoughtful, with several guests mentioning home-baked scones and locally sourced meals. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for all guests.
Lovely semi detached steading with lovely views offering a living gallery capturing the Galloway Hills, the sea and open countryside
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Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating and underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Large garden with patio. Private parking for 8 cars. No smoking. Please note: The spindles on the staircase have wide gaps (between 10cm & 12cm).. Cairndoon Steading is a lovely attached steading and gives the perfect excuse for a relaxing holiday in this secret little corner of Scotland which soon becomes addictive! Almost every window in the steading offers a living gallery capturing the Galloway Hills, the sea and open countryside. From a stunning coastline peppered with some lovely beaches away from the madding crowd to the patch work countryside criss crossed by dry stone walls. Galloway has been relatively untouched for many decades and this adds to the charm of the area. Cairndoon Steading has been beautifully restored from its lowly beginnings and is now a most charming home from home with every detail enhancing your stay from the oak lintels and original exterior stonework to open plan living space and luxurious and spacious bathrooms. It provides a superb base for cyclists and hikers and those wishing to explore the area, with many activities and seriously good food on offer here.
Scottish Letting Licence number: DG00059F.
Free WiFi
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
EPC Rating = C
Letting licence no.: DG-00059-F
Confirmed Guest
We had a lovely week. the steading is spacious, very clean and comfortable with beautiful views. Dot and Adrian were very welcoming and helpful. We appreciated the lovely home baked scones and we enjoyed the delicious home cooked venison . A car is definitely needed as its a good way out to shops and local amenities.
Michelle Ferran
I would like to thank Mr & Mrs Davey on there lovely cottage & there lovely scones we really loved them and the veal was the best I had ever tasted we had the best week away thank you both for your lovely welcome
Margaret Sparkes
A comfortable modern farm conversion in a beautiful peaceful situation, a short drive from well-stocked village shops and eating places. Ancient historic sites and beautiful gardens add to the expected wild coastal scenery of the Machars Peninsula. The welcome from hosts Dot and Adrian went far beyond our expectations.
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