Craigrathan, Kippford
ID: S135502
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Craigrathan in Kippford is a spacious, characterful cottage in a stunning, peaceful location right by the beach, with beautiful gardens and excellent walks from the doorstep. Guests consistently praise its homely atmosphere, antique furnishings, well-equipped kitchen, and comfort for families and dogs. The property’s unique charm, views, and ample communal space are highlights. Some mention areas could benefit from updating and improved cleanliness, but overall, visitors enjoy a relaxing and memorable stay, with many returning year after year.
Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, though a few noted areas needing more attention, such as overflowing bins and some tired furnishings. Overall, cleanliness is generally satisfactory but could be improved.
The location is universally praised for its beauty, tranquillity, proximity to the beach, and excellent walks. Guests love the peaceful setting and views, making it a standout feature.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and a warm, homely feel. Some suggest minor improvements to mattresses and cushions, but overall comfort is highly rated.
The house is well-equipped, especially the kitchen, and offers ample space and good Wi-Fi. Some guests note the need for updates to furniture and outdoor amenities, but facilities generally meet or exceed expectations.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
A classic seaside holiday home in Kippford has a private setting with wonderful views over the Urr Estuary making this somewhere that you will want to return to time and again.
A classic seaside holiday home in a private setting with wonderful views over the Urr Estuary making this somewhere that you will want to return to time and again. A large mature garden surrounds the house and is beautifully maintained including large lawned area together with superb varieties of shrubs including Rhododendrons and Azaleas and other mature trees and flowerbeds.The house's traditional layout affords spacious accommodation including a large sitting room together with dining room with a snug seating area. The original features of the house have been maintained so that whilst it has been modernised to provide all necessary facilities it also retains a timeless elegance.
The bustling seaside village of Kippford is a mecca for water sports with yacht moorings on the river and a busy sailing club running frequent events and regattas.
The village centre is just a short walk from the house and has two pubs together with a tea room/craft shop. The area is a popular holiday destination with many historical sites to visit together with places to visit such as Loch Arthur Tea Rooms which is also an outlet for locally grown and produced produce and particularly excellent cheeses.
South West Scotland is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty which can be enjoyed from pleasant walks within the Galloway Forest Park or along the Solway Coast. Cycling and mountain biking is superbly catered for with quiet country roads and excellent mountain bike routes on the 7Stanes Forestry Commission Trails, the nearest of which is at Dalbeattie, while Mabie Forest is also just a short drive away. Golf courses abound be it recreational nine hole courses or testing Championship Link Courses such as the one at Southerness.
All in all Craigrathan is a holiday house which will be sure to please all tastes.
Postcode DG5 4LJ
Damage Deposit £250 (Unfortunately we are unable to facilitate the Damage Waiver Fee on this property, please select the Refundable Damage Deposit)
Craigrathan is let weekly Saturday to Saturday, sorry we are unable to accept short breaks.
STL Licence: DG00331F
EPC: F
Accommodation for 6 over two floors: Ground floor: Sitting room with open fire; dining room/snug sitting room with wood burning stove; kitchen/dining room; ground floor bathroom with over bath shower. Utility room. First floor: 1 Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom; 1 Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom; 1 Twin bedroom.
Services: Oil fired central heating and electricity included * Open fire and Wood burning stove (fuel not provided) * Bed linen provided (but not towels) * Washing machine * Tumble dryer* Dishwasher * Fridge * Freezer * Microwave * Colour television * Telephone (incoming and emergency calls only) * CD Player * DVD Player * WI-FI * Travel cot and High Chair * Parking * Enclosed garden * Garden furniture * Secure bike storage * Maximum of 2 dogs welcome (additional charges apply) sorry no cats accepted.
Note Towels not provided
Nearby points of interest
- Caerlaverock Castle
Reviews (26)
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Jane
Wonderful home from home. Views amazing and the property was lovely. Full of interesting books, antiques and furniture along with every modern requirement for a restful stay. It was a perfect week completed by 3 deer wandering across the property on our last day ! We will be going back soon.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely old house in quiet location Just our cup of tea!! Excellent walks around the house, enjoyed watching the changing of the sea in estuary
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Chris Jackson
Craigrathan occupies a lovely situation with a great view across the Solway there is great accomodation and a lovely garden we will return.