Little Laight, Near Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
The south west of Scotland is a wonderful unspoilt area which is well known for its golf courses, rugged coastlines, deserted beaches and gardens. Dumfries and Galloway is not only the perfect destination for chilled-out relaxing holidays but it also boasts a range of activities and sports for those seeking a bit more action and adventure.
If you are a walker, the cottage is within a few hundred yards of the Scottish Coastal path, and if you enjoy cycling the area is home to the famous 7 Stanes mountain bike trail. Inland, there is open rolling countryside to explore with moorland hills, lochs and rivers and the Galloway Forest Park, some 150,000 acres of forest with marked trails which are ideal for both trekking and cycling (and it's the only Dark Sky park in the UK).
The warming Gulf Stream means the area is well known for its beautiful gardens including the world-renowned Logan Botanical Gardens. Formal gardens and country parks are to be found throughout the area and Threave Castle is another popular destination for plant lovers. Golfers can enjoy local as well as world famous golf courses within easy access.
There are plenty of interesting places and picturesque towns and villages, castles and ruins to visit. For those wishing to venture further afield, a trip on the ferry to Belfast is another popular outing.
- Sleeps - 6
- Bedrooms - 3 (1 superking, 2 twins)
- Bathrooms - 2
- Wood effect electric fire
- Underfloor heating
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine and dryer
- TV, DVD, Freeview
- Garden furniture
- Cot available
- All on one floor
- Pets welcome - max 2 dogs
- Stranraer - 8 miles
- Prestwick Airport - 50 miles
- Stranraer Station - 8 miles
- Pubs and restaurants - many within 30 mins
- Golf Courses - Stranraer 8 miles,
Portpatrick 15 miles, Glenluce 9 miles,
Saint Medans 15 miles, Turnberry 25 miles,
Newton Stewart 28 miles - Walking and cycling
- 7 Stanes mountain biking trails
- Gardens and beaches
- The Whisky Experience - 30 miles
- Bladnoch Distillery - 25 miles
- Galloway Forest Park
Accommodation:
The perfect getaway for those wishing solitude, tranquility, peace and quiet. Little Laight is built to a high specification in a remote location overlooking Loch Ryan, the cottage is well appointed, light, airy, snug and comfortable. Part of the Lochryan estate, Little Laight was an old shepherd's cottage before its rebuild. Surrounded by rolling hillside and adjacent to an SSSI (Special Site of Scientific Interest) with only sheep, deer, cattle and a huge variety of birds as neighbours.
The accommodation is comprised of a master bedroom with 6 foot double bed and ensuite bathroom, and two further twin rooms, which share a bathroom between them with separate access from each. They're all beautifully furnished with stunning curtains and head boards completing the very attractive and comfortable bedrooms. There is also a separate cloakroom and WC. The modern kitchen is gorgeous and very well appointed (a wonderful space to cook in!) - there is a breakfast bar and a dining area at one end and stunning views from all the windows. The light and cosy sitting room is very comfortable and stylishly furnished - an electric wood-burning stove adds to the atmosphere, and a large TV and DVD - if you can tear yourself away from yet more wonderful views!
There is double glazing throughout and under floor heating which is provided whenever possible by the nearby domestic turbine - it's very cosy even if the weather is inclement! The cottage has its own water supply and is all on one floor, with a ramp to the front door for those with limited mobility. Outside there is plenty of storage in the sheds beside the cottage so you can keep your golf clubs, bikes, kayaks or anything else under cover. There is ample parking and a barbeque area with garden furniture - perfect for enjoying dining al fresco. The cottage boasts stunning views of Loch Ryan, the Mull of Kintyre, Ireland and the beautiful Galloway countryside.
Directions:
Little Laight is reached by a private track, approx 1 1/2 miles above the A77. the road is deliberately kept rough to deter unwelcome visitors and although perfectly passable in an ordinary car it is not suitable for sports cars.
From Glasgow: Get on the M8 from Port Dundas road and A804 (5 mins). Follow M77 and A77 to Cairnryan (1 hr 45 mins).
From Edinburgh: Get on the M8 from West Approach Rd and A71 (25 mins). Follow M8, M77 and A77 to Cairnryan (2hrs 25 mins).
From Carlise/Dumfries: From M6 take A75. Continue to Newton Stewart (1 hour 35 mins) and continue on A75, until just before Stranraer where you take the A77 heading north to Cairnryan (35 mins).
What's included:
All bed linen and towels are included.
Cost and availability:
Rental periods are weekly. Change over day is Saturday - 10 am check out 4 pm check in.
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Little Laight Cottage, Cairnryan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway, DG9 8RE Scotland