About this property
Stranraer 6.5 miles. Tucked away in the quaint village of Kirkcolm near Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway is Otters Holt. This charming mid-terraced house benefits from a spacious garden with lawn, close proximity to Loch Ryan and three well-appointed bedrooms welcoming six guests and their beloved canine companion. Enter into your new home-from-home to unwind in front of the warmth of the electric fire while the designated chef of the group whips up a tasty meal in the fully-equipped kitchen. Step into the conservatory which houses a dining table with room for the whole group, savour delicious meals here while the windows allow floods of light in, and plan the itinerary for the rest of your trip. When the evening draws to a close, climb the stairs to wash off the day’s adventures in the bathroom before catching your rest in the double with en-suite, double or twin bedroom. Loch Ryan is paces away from the property and provides endless opportunities for thrill seekers to take to the water with a variety of watersports including sailing, paddleboarding and kayaking; a fantastic way to admire the picturesque views. Venture into Stranraer to find local stores where you can pick up essentials to help ease your self-catered stay as well as a variety of pubs including The Arkhouse Inn, The Grapes and The Meeting Room, a cocktail bar, perfect for more vibrant nightlife. Delve into local history by touring Stranraer Museum or the 16th century Castle of St John which was once a prison and military garrison. You can even take the boat across to Belfast where you can spend a day exploring Northern Ireland; visit the Titanic Museum, W5 science museum and Crumlin Road Gaol which hosts public tours and paranormal investigations! Make unforgettable memories at Otters Holt. EPC Rating: Band E. Licence number: DG00117F
Located on the northern side of the isthmus joining the Rhins of Galloway to the mainland, Stranraer was founded in 1596 as a Burgh of Barony and elevated to Royal Burgh status in 1617. You can easily kill an hour or two browsing the shops and cafes, and the Stranraer Town Trail will fill you in on some of the city's rich history. The Southern Upland Way, a walking trail through the Galloway Hills, passes through Stranraer on its way west from Portpatrick. Castle Kennedy, Glenwhan, and Logan all have beautiful gardens that are open to the public not far away. Although there are a number of beaches in the Stranraer area, the best sand beaches are located at Sandhead and New England Bay. The southernmost point of Scotland, the Mull of Galloway, is easily accessible via a short drive south. A nature reserve protected by the rspb has been established to protect this spectacular and diverse area along the Galloway coast, which can be seen from the lighthouse perched on the headland.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room/conservatory.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with electric fire
Central heating.
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge and freezer.
TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
On-street parking available.
Rear garden with lawn and decking with bench.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 4.4 miles and pub 0.1 miles.
Please note there is a pond at the property.
Please note: If you wish to use Pedal Power, you are welcome to do so, however any bikes would need to be carried through the house to store in the back garden where there will be a covering for them in the greenhouse.
Reviews (7)
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Michelle
The cottage was well equipped and had everything we needed for our stay. A lot of thought had been put into making it feel welcoming and homely. The cottage was much bigger than we expected and had a good stock of books and games. The beds were lovely and comfortable rooms nice and warm. The conservatory was nice and overlooked the garden, but the dog next door kept jumping over the wall. Although friendly enough he kept doing his business on the lawn. Unfortunately for us the lack of comfortable sofas spoilt our stay. There are 3 small 2 seater sofas something you would expect to see in waiting room. 1 sofa was child like size, and a rocker type chair. Itâs nice to be able to sit back and relax in the evening especially when the evenings are pulling in and the weather changes. However sitting on these sofas for any length of time was something we just wasnât able to do without being extremely uncomfortable. In fact after 3 days of our 7 day holiday we decided to check out.
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Vanessa
A deceptively spacious house with really good-sized rooms. There were lots of seating facilities - couches, dining table, kitchen island with bar stools and private patio area in back garden. The garden is lovely - very pretty, lots of plants, shrubs and a lawn. The house was very clean and very well-equipped. The house was warm - day and night - and we didn't need to use the heating. There was nothing we lacked for our comfort. We were able to park directly outside the house. The local people were friendly, there were walks and a beach very close by. There are lots of attractions a short drive away. It's in a beautiful location within a stunning region. No complaints at all! We were sorry to have to leave. Thanks for the thoughtful welcome pack.
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Michele
The home is very welcoming, clean and comfortable. The weather was good and there were some lovely walks nearby. The home is very well equipped with everything you would need. The little welcome pack was most appreciated. There is a bus stop directly outside that takes you into Stranraer. There is also a little pub/restaurant across the street that serves plain good old fashioned food, but be warned to wear elastic trousers as the portion sizes are amazing. The only negative thing I would say is that there is no shop whatsoever. Other than that we had a lovely time and would definitely recommend if you want to get away from it all.