Guests say
Broughton Cottage offers a peaceful rural retreat with beautiful countryside views and easy access to local walks and attractions. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, comfort, and spaciousness of the cottage, as well as the friendly and helpful hosts. The property is dog-friendly and well-equipped for a relaxing stay. While most reviews are very positive, a few guests noted issues with dampness and maintenance in some areas. Overall, the cottage provides a cosy and welcoming base for exploring the surrounding area.
Most guests found the cottage very clean and well-presented, though one review mentioned issues with dampness, mildew, and mould in bathrooms and on mattresses.
The cottage is praised for its tranquil, rural setting with lovely views, yet remains conveniently close to villages, beaches, and walking spots.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy, spacious, and comfortable, though one review mentioned hard mattresses and a damp smell.
The cottage is generally well-equipped with all necessary amenities, but some guests noted maintenance issues such as a broken tin opener, tired kitchen, and worn cookware.
The hosts are frequently described as friendly, approachable, and attentive, checking in to ensure guests are settled. While guests appreciated the warm welcome, gifts are not mentioned and cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this lovely cottage, yet only a few miles from stunning gardens and sandy beaches.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Intial fuel for wood burner, remainder available locally. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate.. Back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Galloway Farmstay - Broughton is set in a peaceful location with far reaching views out over the beautiful countryside. Galloway Farmstay is designed with comfort in mind to make your stay here memorable. The sitting room has a large wood burning fire perfect for those cosy nights in after a day exploring. The kitchen is very well equipped and where you can cook up a meal to enjoy with family and friends around the large dining table. Every room at Galloway Farmstay has wonderful countryside views.
The area surrounding Galloway Farmstay is breath-taking from the rugged coastlines and secluded sandy beaches and inland the Galloway Forest Park, Britain’s largest forest park with 300 square miles of wild beauty and where you will find the world renowned 7Stanes Mountain Bike Trail at Kirroughtree. There are many pretty little harbour villages to visit like Garlieston, just under 3 miles away, where you can walk along the sandy beach or the Isle of Whithorn where you sail, fish, or just sit and relax overlooking the bay.
Visit Wigtown, which has officially been designated as Scotland’s National Book Town with a wide range of book related businesses, a book lovers haven. The larger town of Newton Stewart, known as the Gateway to the Galloway Hills, also has many excellent shops and places to eat. Further along the coast visit the many pretty little ports like Sandhead and Portpatrick, or visit Scotland’s most southerly point, the rspb Scotland Mull of Galloway Nature Reserve, where thousands of seabird’s nests in the cliff face during the spring and summer. For even more excitement back at Galloway Farmstay arrange a private Archery or Clay Pigeon shooting afternoon with Alistair!
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests (there is 6 miles distance between them).
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (8)
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage is in a lovely quiet spot, with great views, yet just a short drive to local villages and sandy bays; so great from that perspective. However, the accommodation seems to have been poorly maintained. It was damp when we arrived, with a distinct smell of mildew which never faded all week despite having windows open and the wood burner on. There was visible black mould in both bathrooms which was quite off-putting. The kitchen was old and tired, and the cupboards smelt strongly of mildew. The oven was chipped and rusty, with a section of the lower door broken and sticking out. The oven door wouldn't stay open, and swung shut quickly, making it difficult to use. The cooker hood was stained and grubby. The non-stick pans provided were badly scratched through the coating, so should have been replaced. The mattresses were very hard, and smelt of mildew. The people who own it were lovely, but I think they really need to go right through and update the cottage.
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Brian Atkinson
Very nice cottage in a lovely countryside environment.
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Lorna
Great stay in farm cottage. loads of space, all the amenities we needed, very helpful host and dog friendly. the cottage i close to some brilliant locations, memorably, Galloway House Gardens, Garlieston (eat at Harbour Inn), Wigtown and forests full of bluebells (very time of year dependant i know!)