Rose Cottage,Gelston, Castle Douglas, sleeps 8
Short drive to beaches
Dating back to 1760 and located in a quiet backwater, this holiday cottage borders a stream and waterfall and the large garden has a gated area for younger children to play in. There are secluded sandy beaches a short drive away, water sports facilities at Loch Ken, birdwatching, walking, golf and fishing in the area. The NT Threave Gardens, and the market towns of Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbright and Gatehouse of Fleet are all worth a visit. Shop and pub 2½ miles.
All on ground floor: Living room. Kitchen. Sun room. Utility room. 4 bedrooms: 2 double, 2 twin. 2 bathrooms, each with shower over bath and toilet.
Open fire in living room inc. Oil CH, elec, bed linen and towels inc. Video and small library. DVD and small library. CD. Gas hob. Elec oven. M/wave. W/machine. T/dryer. D/washer. Freezer. Enclosed courtyard with sitting-out area and furniture. BBQ. Ample parking. No smoking. NB: Unfenced stream and pond, 15 yards.
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Customer Reviews of Rose Cottage,Gelston, Castle Douglas, sleeps 8
1st comment: The property was very well ’kitted out’ and everything was provided that could be. Feb 2011.
2nd comment: A cosy yet spacious cottage in an excellent location. Dec 2009.
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Threave Castle
Massive tower house on an island which was the home of Black Douglas in the C15th until 1455. Managed by Historic Scotland and excellent example of the mediaeval castle architects art.
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