Guests say
Guests consistently praise 'The Snug' for its peaceful and romantic setting, particularly enjoying the private hot tub and the beautiful natural surroundings. The property is celebrated for its cleanliness, unique charm, and the warm welcome provided by the hosts. While some guests mention the mattress could be more comfortable, the overall experience is highly recommended for a relaxing getaway.
Reviews frequently commend the cleanliness of 'The Snug', with guests noting that everything was 'spotlessly clean', including the hot tub. The attention to cleanliness contributes significantly to the positive experiences reported.
The location is highly praised for its tranquility, stunning views, and proximity to nature, with guests appreciating the sound of the nearby stream and the opportunity for stargazing. The secluded setting is ideal for a peaceful retreat.
While guests love the cosy and homely feel of 'The Snug', there are several mentions of the mattress being uncomfortable. Despite this, the overall comfort of the property is well-regarded, especially for its romantic and intimate atmosphere.
The facilities, including the hot tub, firepit, and powerful shower, are frequently highlighted as highlights of the stay. However, a few guests noted the lack of a place to dry towels and the occasional issue with flies. Overall, the facilities are considered excellent.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident through the special touches like homemade brownies, a bottle of fizz, and marshmallows for roasting. These gestures are greatly appreciated by guests, although it is politely noted that such gifts are a bonus and not guaranteed.
About this property
The Snug is an absolutely delightful micro home from home, and the perfect romantic retreat. A bespoke shepherd's hut with hot tub, the Snug is set on an exclusive landscaped development located just 6 miles drive from Gretna Green.
If you're planning to spend some quality time with a partner or to celebrate a very special occasion, this little love nest has been finished to an extremely high standard, providing unique and luxurious accommodation in a tranquil location.
Climb the steps to the glazed front door and you step into a gorgeous micro home that's light, airy and really luxurious. Finished and furnished to an extremely high standard this little jewel box is cosy and snug on even the coolest day, a really well equipped kitchen area with a silent fridge and a double bed. There's also a wet room with shower, basin and WC. The accommodation has been so well thought through you really will love spending time here. All the windows have shutters so you can enjoy absolute privacy.
The Snug sits alongside Carwinley Beck and you'll enjoy your own private screened area with seating, lighting, a parasol, outdoor shower, fire pit - you're even provided with toasting forks and marshmallows - and of course the private hot tub. This is quite simply the perfect place to relax and enjoy a glass of wine or local craft beer after a busy day sightseeing. Guests also enjoy full use of the 3 1/2 acres of grounds and the tree house. There's a communal parking area. There's no light pollution so the night skies are perfect for star gazing and even catching the celestial lightshow of the Northern Lights.
If you can tear yourselves away from the delights of the Snug, Longtown is a pretty town in the lovely Scottish Borders with bars, restaurants and shops. There's walking and cycling virtually on the doorstep including along the river Esk that teems with wild salmon. Gretna Green is just 6 miles away and no romantic break in this part of the world would be complete without a trip to the Blacksmiths Shop, now a stylish restaurant and shopping arcade.
Longtown is a perfect base for exploring everything that his region, richly steeped in history, has to offer. Carlisle with its blend of historic castle and cathedral and modern restaurants, bars and shopping is just 10 miles away, and you can reach the North Lakes including romantic Ullswater within an hour. A trip over the breathtaking Kirkstone Pass will take you into Ambleside and Lake Windermere, or head west to the stunning Solway Coast, a designated Area of Natural Beauty. Hadrian's Wall is also within easy reach of the Snug.
With the riches of captivating Cumbria on the doorstep, and stylish comfort both inside and outdoors, the Snug is the ideal romantic retreat for a couple who enjoy the life less ordinary. With its blend of the unique and the luxurious, the Snug is ideal for a cosy getaway or to celebrate that special occasion, whatever the time of year.
A delightful, well-stocked town in northern Cumbria that runs alongside the River Esk. Longtown is a fantastic base for a holiday as it comes in the centre of four Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including Solway Coast aonb, the Northumberland National Park, North Pennines aonb and the Lake District National Park.The local area offers a pleasant range of shops, pubs and restaurants for you to choose from.
Accommodation
All one level.
Open plan living/dining/kitchen/sleeping area with double bed.
Wet room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, portable induction hob and Belfast sink.
Electric heating.TV with DVD.Electricity and a welcome pack including logs.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Wifi available.
Off-road parking.
Private screened area beside Carwinley Beck, hot tub, seating area, fire pit (toasting forks and marshmallows provided).
Outdoor cold shower.
Use of grounds.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop, restaurant and pub 5 mins drive.
River and countryside walks and cycling trails in the local area.
Please note as the hot tub is emptied, cleaned and re filled between each booking it may not be at the optimum temperature for your arrival.
Nearby points of interest
- Solway Aviation Museum
- Annandale Distillery
- Carlisle Cathedral
Reviews (58)
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Kasia
Would definitely recommend this to others and we appreciated the owners being so friendly and welcoming upon arrival. Shame about the lack of signal and connection, however this is understandable in the environment and didn't affect our stay too much at all :) thanks for having us!
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Deana
Great place and surroundings lovely people recommend 110%
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Lizzie
Everything was spotlessly clean including the hot tub. Lovely cabin, some sharper knives in the kitchen area would have been great, but can't fault anything else.