Detached cottage in a 3000-acre estate with dramatic views towards Cumbria | Arkland Mill - Crofts Cottages, Near Castle Douglas
The grand living room has exposed beams and opulent furnishings | Arkland Mill - Crofts Cottages, Near Castle Douglas
Cottage
Near Castle Douglas
STTZ

Arkland Mill

  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed
Car parking on site
Detached
Garden / Patio

4.8

out of 5

This property with large garden, summerhouse and cosy woodburner is surrounded by the Galloway Hills, with dramatic views towards the Solway Firth.

"Idyllically set on a 3000-acre estate..."
Enjoying an idyllic situation on the 3000-acre Crofts Estate, surrounded by the Galloway Hills, these holiday cottages have enviable, dramatic views towards the Solway Firth and Cumbrian Hills beyond. Accessed along a private drive, and adjoining a cluster of well-maintained estate buildings, Stable Cottage (ref UUD) makes a romantic hideaway for two, offering stylishly furnished accommodation – its walls adorned with the original work of various Scottish artists. The larger Victorian detached Gardener’s Cottage (ref UXT) has been elegantly furnished, and features an attractive shared garden with a bridge over a burn and a small waterfall. Arkland Mill (ref STTZ) stands detached with a lovely large garden, a summerhouse and its own bridge over the stream. Marwhin House (SWWR) and Marwhin Cottage (ref SWWS) also stand detached, situated within 25 yards of each other, still with there own privacy, the latter two properties being set in gardens with a delightful stream and pond. Woodland walks and hillside trails radiate from the doorstep. Dumfries lies just 12 miles away, where there are plenty of shops, restaurants and museums, as well as a good theatre. Castle Douglas (8 miles) is a traditional market town with individual shops specialising in food and local produce. There are many beautiful beaches within easy reach along the Solway, and the National Trust Threave Gardens, 8 miles, makes for an interesting day out. Other tourist attractions in the area include the Galloway Kite Trail, the Galloway Forest Park and golf courses and museums in Dumfries. Village shop and pub within 4 miles.
Ground Floor:
Living room: With wood burner, Freeview TV, DVD player, CD player, wooden floor and patio doors leading to garden.
Kitchen: With oil Aga, gas cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer and tiled floor leading to...
Sun room.
Utility room: With washer/dryer.
Bedroom 1: With twin beds and en-suite with shower cubicle (no toilet).
Separate toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: With kingsize bed and en-suite with shower cubicle and toilet.
Bedroom 3: With single bed.
Bedroom 4: With single bed.
Bathroom: With bath and toilet.
Gas and oil included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Large lawned garden with summer house and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking. Please note: There are sloping banks and access to a stream from the garden.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. 50-acre natural, wooded grounds with barbecue (shared with other properties on-site). No smoking. Please note: There are burns and a loch in the grounds. These properties have a natural water supply from a spring and bottled water supplied for drinking and cooking.

Awards

    Awarded for achieving an overall rating of 4.75 or higher

    Customers' Choice 2020, 2022, 2023

Features

Barbecue
Customers' Choice
Cycle Store
Detached Property
Dishwasher
Garden or Patio
Grouped Property
Open Fire or Woodburner
Parking - On Site
Pets Allowed
Shower Cubicle
Washing Machine
Waterside Breaks
Woodburning Stove

Location

Good to know

Check in and check out times

  • Arrive after 15:00
  • Depart before 10:00

Pets

  • 2 pets allowed - charges apply

Car parking

  • On-site

What's included?

  • Electricity
  • Bed linen
  • Towels

Smoking

  • No smoking, please

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