Collieston Cottage

About this property

Dumfries 12.4 miles. Set amongst glorious countryside 3 miles from the quaint village of Dunscore, just outside of Dumfries, is this charming, detached property, Collieston Cottage. Enjoying a plethora of walks nearby, with cascading waterfalls and luscious greenery, Collieston Cottage makes a delightful dwelling for a family looking for a rural escape. This wonderful home can sleep six guest. Park up at the foot of the property in an off-road space before admiring the peaceful setting and unloading your luggage with ease. Enter the living/dining room with a plush sofa to relax on and a woodburning stove gently heating up the room; enjoy a film on the large TV or curl up with a compelling novel to take advantage of your countryside location. Home-cooked meals can be enjoyed at the dining table where you can tuck into tasty meals and catch-up on your exciting day spent outdoors. Stepping through the property, discover the well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare hearty dishes and utilise the washing machine to ensure your clothes are kept fresh. To the rear of the cottage is a private garden where you can enjoy alfresco meals at the dining or picnic area or savour your favourite tipple in the shade of the gazebo. As the evening draws to a close, the ground-floor hosts a family bathroom two bright and airy double bedrooms. Climb upstairs to the converted attic to find the twin bedroom, perfect for children with a stairgate at the top to ensure their safety; this room enjoys sloped ceilings and beautiful décor for a refreshing ambiance. In the morning, you can have a steaming cup of coffee in the living area as you plan a diverting day. A scenic car journey will bring you to the bustling town of Dumfries, steeped in history with one of Scotland's oldest bridges and once home to the author of Peter Pan; explore contemporary art at Gracefield Art Centre and resting on the banks the River Nith is a museum showcasing Robert Burns' experience in the town. Nestled betwixt Galloway hills and the coast of Solway Firth is the charming town of Castle Douglas, boasting Livestock markets for a variety of food, a great selection of shops and beautiful scenery can be found at the castle gardens. Travel further afield to the harbour town of Kirkcudbright, home to handsome Georgian and Victorian buildings and offers vibrant art exhibitions, as well a picturesque coastline for walks with a view. For a wonderful escape to rural Scotland, choose Collieston Cottage. EPC Rating: Band E

Resting near the mouth of the River Nith is the market town of Dumfries, which is known as the Queen of the South and is rich in history. There is evidence that King Arthur fought in the area and a meeting was held between Malcom Canmore and William the Conqueror in Dumfries. In present day, Dumfries is a bustling town within easy reach of sandy beaches, as well as forestry for excellent walking and cycling on the 7 stanes trails.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 2 x ground-floor double, 1 x twin.

Ground-floor bathroom with bath & shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Living/ dining room with woodburning stove

Oil central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven, hob microwave, fridge/ freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking.

Private garden with furniture, gazebo, barbecue, hot tub and picnic area.

One well-behaved pet welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 8.2 miles, pub 3 miles.

Note: Pets are not allowed upstairs, however the owner has kennels at the cottage.

No hen,stag or similar parties.

Note: This property accepts one booking per week only.