Guests say
Kringlands is a highly praised holiday cottage in Stranraer, renowned for its stunning views over Loch Ryan, immaculate cleanliness, and luxurious, spacious interiors. Guests consistently commend the property's high standard of furnishings, the warm welcome from hosts, and the thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack and fresh flowers. The serene location offers tranquility and beautiful walks, while the well-equipped facilities, including a games room, ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all.
Reviewers unanimously describe the property as spotlessly clean, indicating meticulous maintenance and attention to hygiene.
The property's location is celebrated for its quiet setting and spectacular views over Loch Ryan, with easy access to local walks and amenities. The proximity to the ferry for Belfast is also appreciated.
Guests report the house as warm, cosy, and spacious, with plenty of room for large groups and a variety of comfortable en-suite rooms, ensuring a restful experience.
The property boasts a range of high-quality facilities, including a well-equipped kitchen, games room, and ample living spaces. The presence of thoughtful amenities like an ice cream freezer is frequently highlighted.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident through the provision of welcome packs, fresh flowers, and homemade bread. While these gifts are greatly appreciated by guests, it is politely noted that such offerings may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
Kringlands is an attractive, detached home on a dairy farm on the outskirts of Kirkcolm. The property sits on a hillside overlooking the beach and sea, the perfect place for a family or group of friends to get together. Set within a beautifully maintained garden with plenty of space to play, the house is filled with warm colours throughout and has a games room with pool table and ice-cream freezer. Be greeted by ample off-road parking before entering the hallway, and from here, locate the sitting room with plush sofas to unwind on and a wood burning stove to light up on cool evenings. Walking through the property, the spacious kitchen/diner offers granite worktops to prepare home-cooked meals and a double electric oven and gas hob to do the cooking. Gather at the large dining table to recount the adventures of the day or follow the French doors out of the lounge to the lovely garden to savour your meals in the sun. After a day filled with fun, the snug room offers a peaceful setting to catch-up on your favourite shows on the TV, which can be followed by a soak in the first-floor bathroom to relax your muscles. The first floor hosts a super-king-size bed, zip/link for flexible sleeping and two king-size bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms whilst the ground-floor is home to a super-king-size with an en-suite shower room. In the morning, begin your day with a stroll along the beach to let the sea-air awaken you. Venture to the historic town of Stranraer, home to beautiful beaches, the Stranraer Museum, which is housed in a restored Georgian mansion, The Castle of St John and enjoy a coffee in one of the numerous eateries around the town centre. Savour the freshly caught local seafood at Henry’s Bayhouse or a great choice of modern European cuisine at Landos Restaurant. Alternatively enjoy a great choice of freshly made pizzas at Papa Rab’s restaurant. For sporting enthusiasts, there are several golf courses close-by, including Portpatrick and Dunksey, whilst the history buffs can learn about the past at Castle Kennedy Gardens. For a holiday home with stunning sea-views, choose Kringlands. EPC Rating: Band D
Kirkcolm, formerly known as Stewarton, was founded in the early 17th century. The village has a nice pub and a playground. Beautiful coastal walks offer excellent birdwatching. Stranraer, a ferry port at the head of Loch Ryan, is 6 miles away. Stranraer is the gateway to the Rhins of Galloway Peninsula, and its main attraction is the ruined Castle of St John. Old town hall houses Stranraer Museum.
Three miles east of Stranraer is Castle Kennedy Gardens, with a castle, two lochs, a giant lily pond, and monkey puzzle trees. Portpatrick, 11 miles away, has pubs and restaurants.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 2 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
2 x cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Snug with electric fire.
Games room
Oil central heating with woodburning stove and electric fire.
Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, ice-cream freezer, washing machine, 2 x dishwasher.
2 x TV with Freeview, Fibre broadband, WiFi, pool table.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available.
Ample off-road parking.
Large garden with lawn, patio and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.9 miles, pub 0.8 miles.
Note: check-in is 5pm, check-out is 10am.
This property owner also owns property references 947014, 1011915 & 1043977 with ourselves, however please note they are not next door or bookable together.
Reviews (33)
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Helen
The welcome pack provided by the owner was first class and very much appreciated. A very small problem with the electrics was resolved quickly and efficiently. While the weather was a little murky for the whole week we still enjoyed the amazing views from the house. Itâs location means that it is accessible for both the northern and southern parts of the Rhins of Galloway as well as a short distance to the ferry for Belfast I would definitely recommend the property to friends and family who wanted to explore this part of the world.
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Lynn
We loved it everything from the view to the local walks and of course the beautiful house So good we have booked for next year already
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Janet
Loved walking along the shore. Easy access to town. The accommodation was clean, very well appointed and well heated. Would not hesitate to recommend