About this property
Thornhill 12.7 miles. Enjoying a remote location, which is 45 minutes away from the nearest village, up a one-way track is this character stone bungalow, Shiel Cottage. Detached and resting within complete tranquillity, this delightful cottage offers couples a relaxing getaway, as well as being perfect for walkers and cyclists, to a quiet part of Scotland. After parking up in the large driveway, take a moment to appreciate the serene location, with miles of the rolling hills enveloping the cottage, before stepping inside. Enjoy the cosy settings of the sitting room sat atop the fabulous sofa, with the alluring wood burner opposite, providing a gentle warmth, cuddle up with your loved one and slowly drift to sleep with a good film on in the background. Move into the kitchen/diner where you will find all the essentials for a self-catered break; whip up a tasty feast whilst the rest of the group prepare the dining table with crockery and a rewarding bottle of wine. There is also a small utility room with a washing machine to use after your muddy adventures. Choose from the two well-presented bedrooms, both of which have double beds and plenty of storage space, as well as bedside tables and a lovely electric fire for those harsh winter months. The bathroom, with underfloor heating, comes as an all-white suite, boasting a bath with hand held shower, so you can get ready ahead of your afternoon, or simply relax after the sunsets. From some ‘me time’, wander out to the lawned garden where you can unwind with a favourite drink whilst the tranquillity of the Scottish Highlands puts you at ease. Get to know your surroundings further by embarking across the many cycle and walking routes of Thornhill as well as the trails of the Forest of Ae. Thornhill offers your nearest amenities including independent shops, a supermarket, a pub and a local café if you fancy a spot of lunch. History lovers will appreciate a visit to the ancient Drumlanrig Castle, regarded as one of the finest examples of late 17th Renaissance architecture in Scotland, while literary buffs will delight in a visit to the seaside town of Ayr, to explore the famous poet Robert Burns’ House where he wrote some of his best-known poems. Take a drive into the centre of Dumfries for a range of popular tourist attractions that are a must-see during your visit. Shiel Cottage is a wonderful romantic choice for couples eager to escape their normal routines and relish in the gorgeous Scottish countryside. EPC Rating: Band F
The tranquil village of Thornhill lies between Dumfries and Sandquhar and its focal point is the Mercat Cross. The origins of the village date back as far as the Romans but the village in its present form was planned in 1714 and designed to be a staging post on the road between Dumfries and Glasgow. Immersed in rolling countryside and the low hills of Carsphairn and Lowther, there are plenty of walking and cycling opportunities around these ancient hills.
Accommodation
All ground-floor.
Two bedrooms: 2 x double.
Bathroom with bath, hand held shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room
Electric central heating with underfloor heating in kitchen/diner and bathroom and woodburning stove.
Oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, WiFi, TV with free channels.
Selection of complimentary organic ishga body wash/shampoo/conditioner - pleas do not remove the bottles.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
Lawned garden with seating.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 12.8 miles, pub 12.9 miles.
Note: Check-in is from 4pm.
Note: Dogs only allowed in the kitchen/diner and the living room and not in the bedrooms.
Please advise to take 4G simcard or pay as you go card as you can now get reception on the track road but not at the house at present.
It is advisable to download google off line maps on your phone or tablet as helpful having the information without internet connection in the area.
Note: Property is a remote location and accessed via a track which can become in passable during the winter months.
Note: property has its own water supply via a bore hole.
Note: Tap water not for drinking, would be advisable to bring bottled water for consumption.
Reviews (17)
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Tanya
It was exactly type of holiday we were looking for and our dog enjoyed it ! The garden is fenced off, which was helpful to keep an eye on our dog. Supply of wood for a logburner was good. The cottage was clean, well equipped but remote. It was extremely quiet, picturesque and tranquil, just what we needed. You can access in a normal car like we did, but SUV is beneficial due to the state of the road in some places. A little bit of cooking oil, pepper and some cleaning stuff (cloths, cleaning liquids) would be beneficial, so that we could do our own cleaning and cooking as shops are far away. That's the only things that were missing. Thank you for providing a comfortable & relaxing stay.
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David
Complete and utter silence except for whatever tune nature plays! The location, for us and our high energy Staffie, is perfect, just stunning. Plenty of sheep around but long stretches of countryside we could let him run free - great idea until he found a dead pine marten (?) to eat! The cottage is the picture perfect country cottage and we found everything (apart from only 1 loo roll) to be spot on. Canât comment on the tv system as we never turned it on, why would you somewhere like this! The wood burner easily heats the whole cottage and the u/floor heating is a nice bonus. All the furniture and bed are comfy and we had no issues at all with cleanliness, towels clean and fluffy, bed well made, all good. Weâre already planning our next trip because it is such a beautiful, peaceful place. Yes the walking routes arenât great, in options, but are stunningly beautiful, and the road, a good 30 minutes long, is one of the worst Iâve driven on but itâs all part of the charm, you are forced to drive slowly which prepares you for the tranquility of the cottage. Loved it, loved it.
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Jennifer
We could not have asked for a more idyllic setting and the owners gave plenty of information so we knew just what was available and expected. Very comfortable beds and furniture, plenty of what you need in the kitchen and lovely complimentary toiletries. Only two tiny things that would have made it perfect and easier for us: a dishwasher, and some help with recycling/rubbish removal. Taking our rubbish and recycling all the way back to the farm at the end of our stay alongside a jam packed car, two kids and a dog was not ideal (but was doable)! If you ever think about selling this place please let us know! Thank you for getting it ready at such short notice too, much appreciated.