Curlew Cottage

Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland

6 Humans

2 Dogs

Children welcome

Babies welcome

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Why we love it

Jaw-dropping views, lavish comfort, a patio to die for and a BBQ for the sunshine. It's an incredible way to see this part of the world

Dogs will love

Dragging you along the coastline
Proudly alerting you to the bowls left for them
Cuddling up on the sofa (if you brought a blanket for them)

Humans will love

The majestic sea views
Afternoons grilling on the patio
Strolling just 200 yards to the beach

The place

If cottage envy is a real thing, you’ll be leaving with it. Downstairs you’ll find an open-plan space, made up of the lounge overlooking the sea and the modern kitchen attached where you won’t have any trouble rustling up some magic with the local produce – that is if you don’t choose to cook on the BBQ. Curlew’s perfect for families, or even friends getting together to explore this region – with sights, hikes and market towns in easy driving distance, lochs to tour, waterfalls to visit and dog-friendly pubs dotting the tiny towns that punctuate the coastline. If the weather’s fine, start the day on the patio, taking in a sea breeze with the morning coffee, and if it’s tipping it down, you’ll love taking long baths and rainfall showers or simply taking it easy with a good book, a glass of wine and a spectacular view.

Sleeping

1 x Super king room (can be twin room on request)
1 x Double room
1 x Twin room

Washing

Bathroom with walk-in shower
En suite
Handwash
Towels

Living and relaxing

Wood burner
Unlimited firewood
Open-plan living area with sofas
Sitting room on second floor with sofas
Smart TV
Radio
Wifi

Cooking and dining

Kitchen including fridge/freezer, dishwasher, oven, electric hobs, kettle and microwave
Breakfast bar with two chairs
Dining room table with two benches
Veranda with outdoor seating for four
BBQ

For the dog

Treats
Water and food bowls

Booking information

Check in 1600
Check out 1000
£40 per dog per stay
Parking in driveway of cottage

Optional extras

Cot and highchair available on request
Two parking spaces
Bike store

You should know

Other than handwash, toiletries aren’t provided – so don’t forget to pack your wash bag!
If your dog prefers to be closer to you than the floor, don’t forget to pack a throw or blanket so they can join you on the sofa or bed
There isn’t an enclosed garden at this space, however, there’s an enclosed veranda so dogs can get some air safely
There are also fields for dogs to roam next door, provided that there isn’t livestock in them

Whilst you might like crafting some local produce into meals at your space, there are a few places to visit if you’re not feeling up to cooking. Up the road at Gatehouse of Fleet, there are a few dog-friendly places to grab some food with your hound. The Crafty Crow – an independent and locally-owned café which serves vegetarian food, including pizza that’s the talk of the town. You could also head to The Masonic Arms for local produce served up with style. During the summer months, there is also The Mill on the Fleet – a bookshop/café/museum that welcomes well-behaved dogs
This part of Scotland is sparsely populated, which is part of the appeal. The downside is, it can be quite a distance to the nearest attraction (as long as you don’t mean hills, moors, lochs and the wild). If you head northeast to Castle Douglas, you can visit the local eateries, stock up on bits and bobs at the shops, and most importantly, see some sights. There’s the Threave Gardens and Estate, just outside Castle Douglas – which is the only Scottish garden dedicated to the training of horticulturists. It also contains wetland nature reserves, Scotland’s only bat reserve and is one of Scotland’s most biodiverse areas. Dogs are welcome in the garden but must be kept on a lead at all times. They are also not permitted in the Walled Garden, Kelton Hill Wood or the play area
Getting away for a few days is a great way to refocus when you can’t see the woods for the trees. So ironically, it’s probably time to spend a minute in a forest. Nearby, there’s the Kirroughtree Forest, 21 minutes north, below Newton Stewart. There’s a visitor centre and café, multiple hiking routes, biking routes, wild hides to spot the abundant wildlife – and best of all, it welcomes dogs, even in the café and visitor centre
Kirroughtree is actually part of the larger Galloway Forest Park, which also includes another two visitor centres: Glentrool, where there’s a similar set up to Kirroughtree, as well as Clatteringshaws – which whilst it doesn’t have the same amount of biking trails, does have hikes, a visitor centre and café, and some great views of, and walks around, the loch
If you’re looking for a hike, head to Glen Trool and take the enjoyable 5-mile amble on the complete circuit around the tranquil Loch Trool. For a slightly shorter, but still as scenic, visit Clatteringshaws Loch and see the Bruce's Stone before climbing through woodland to a viewpoint with sights of Merrick and the surrounding hills
There are few places in the world like the coastal paths and beaches of rural Scotland. From your stay, head east for 50 minutes to Sandyhills beach – a massive sandy (surprise) beach that’s amazing for walks. To its right, there’s also the Southerness Beach, another massive sandy stretch great for walks – and best of all, both are open to dogs all year round.

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Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland ///bless.scrap.homeward DG7 2HA

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