Old Sawmill Cottage
ID: S86635
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
Old Sawmill Cottage is highly praised for its beautiful riverside setting, cleanliness, and comfort, with many guests expressing a desire to return. The property's peaceful location and the presence of wildlife add to its charm. While some minor maintenance issues and the lack of Wi-Fi are noted, these do not significantly detract from the overall positive experience.
The majority of reviews highlight the cottage's cleanliness, with only a few isolated comments on areas needing improvement, such as oven cleanliness and cobwebs. These seem to be exceptions rather than the rule.
The location is consistently described as beautiful and peaceful, situated by the river with abundant wildlife. Its proximity to Castle Douglas and other attractions is also appreciated.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, particularly praising the luxurious beds and the cosy atmosphere. The comfort of the seating by the river was mentioned as an area for improvement.
Facilities are generally well-received, with positive mentions of the kitchen and bathroom. However, some maintenance issues like a leaking skylight and hot shower problems are noted. The lack of Wi-Fi is a drawback for some guests.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide a score for thoughtfulness.
About this property
This is a wonderfully converted sawmill based near the town of Castle Douglas in Dumfries and Galloway. Old Sawmill Cottage comes in an idyllic riverside location, it is ideal for a peaceful couples' break. Step down towards the cottage and enter into the stylish, wooden furnished kitchen, offering the essential equipment that you'll need during your stay. This leads onto the alluring sitting room, a cosy space with comfortable leather sofas, an excellent woodburning stove and a TV to create the ultimate relaxing spot for a rainy day. The windows offer splendid views of the nearby river with opportunities to see all sorts of wildlife.
Heading through the house, there is a contemporary shower room with a double walk-in shower, which leads onto the spacious ysuper king size bedroom, with original wooden beams adding great character. Why not head out to the seating area to the back of the house, and enjoy a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine whilst watching and listening to the river in front of you? Salmon and trout fishing on the River Urr, right on your door step. Castle Douglas is a great place to base a holiday, it offers a wide variety of shops, pubs and restaurants. It also offers great access to the Solway Coast, an area providing incredible beaches and fishing villages waiting to be explored.
Old Sawmill Cottage is a delightful property in a truly stunning location. EPC Rating: Band C
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One super king size bedroom (zip/link, can be twin on request).
Shower room with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with a woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric cooker, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine.
TV, radio.
Fuel, power and starter pack included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Rear patio with furniture.
Salmon and trout fishing on the River Urr .
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Shop and pub 3.5 miles.
Note: There is open access to river bank from garden, children to be supervised.
Note: There are steps to access the property and steps within the property, may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
Note: The property does not have WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Galloway Activity Centre
- Moat Brae
- Robert Burns House
Reviews (42)
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Gillian
Well maintained, comfortable, quality kitchen equipment, very clean and beautifully decorated. Would highly recommend. Hope to visit again
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Sharon
Right on the riverâs edge, you could not ask for better views. Comfortable inside, and within easy reach of Castle Douglas. A great base for anyone exploring the Dumfries and Galloway area. Lots of places to visit in the area. The dishwasher was out of action during our stay sadly. No Wi-Fi so that impacts any streaming services available , and the mobile signal was poor in the area so could not access a hotspot.
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Joanne
There's plenty of outdoor seating and a sun canopy for when it's hot outside. The garden isn't enclosed so just be aware if taking dogs that like to wander. The setting is idyllic and a very relaxing place to be. There's no WiFi and the network signal is very hit and miss. The Cottage itself has everything that could be needed during a stay and the bed is I think the most comfortable I've ever slept in.