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The Wolery
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Living room
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The Wolery was built by the owners in the 1970s as a holiday home and was the family home until recently. The site was chosen because of the fantastic view across the Solway to the hills of the lake district. The cottage was named because of the barn owls that frequent the glen. The glen is dotted with small farms but feels very wild and there is no shortage of wildlife - with deer, red squirrels, buzzards and woodpeckers all common. The ancient Southwick Kirkyard is a short walk up the lane and the shoreline below the glen is owned and managed by the Scottish Wildlife Trust. The cottage is comfortable - cosy in winter and very light and sunny in summer, with the views from the south-facing windows always changing. The Solway coast is the forgotten corner of Scotland - rich in heritage but ignored by most tourists, it is an ideal area to relax in - lots of walks to do, wild coasts to explore, hills to climb and lots of galleries, studios and craftshops to visit.
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Dining area
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Kitchen
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Rental periods |
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| 3 May - 27 June |
£400 |
| 28 June - 29 August |
£500 |
| 30 August - 31 October |
£400 |
| 1 November - 19 December |
£350 |
| 20 December - 2 January |
£400 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Please contact the owners for terms for longer lets.
Changeover day
Changeover is on a Saturday preferably but this can be flexible depending on bookings for the previous or following week. Short breaks available.
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| Bedrooms: |
Bedroom 1, double bed - sea view.
Bedroom 2, twin beds.
Bedroom 3, twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: |
Bathroom with bath/shower over, WC.
Separate WC. |
| Kitchen: |
Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. |
| Living Rooms: |
Living/dining room with fine view has TV, DVD and video player, radio and CD player. The extendable dining table seats six plus. There is an open fire and a piano. |
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen are not included. Property is regularly cleaned - but we ask visitors to leave it at least as clean as they found it. |
Notes on accommodation
We provide a stock of logs for the fire.
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| hob/stove |
oven |
fridge/freezer |
fridge |
| dishwasher |
washing machine |
iron/ironing board |
tv |
Accessibility
The cottage is on a hill - and there are steps to the front door. Wheelchair access is possible but it is not ideal.
Outside
Garden to front and rear has lawn area and well established beds. It is sheltered and secluded. There is a veranda for evening sun and a summerhouse with garden furniture. Surrounding countryside/farmland is rich with birds and wildlife.
Coast/Beach
There is a fine sandy beach at Sandyhills - 1.5 miles along the coast. Rockcliffe - a little further along also has a beach. Kippford is the local boating centre and also has a good pub. The Mershead RSPB reserve is a short distance the other way for those interested in birdlife.
Golf
There are golf courses at Sandyhills, Kippford and Southerness - all within 5 - 10 mins drives.
Travel
Nearest airport is Prestwick - 1.5 hours away.
Location of cottage means that a car is almost essential.
Nearest station is Dumfries - 16m - where car hire is possible.
Distances
Local shops:
Colvend 2m. Jeans store, for general groceries, fresh bread and newspapers.
Sandyhills Beach 1m. Easter - October, café and shop – newspapers, ice creams, basic provisions.
Dalbeattie 7 miles. Small supermarkets, butchers, bakers, hardware shop, petrol station.
Castle Douglas – 6 miles beyond Dalbeattie. Small Tescos, large variety of independent shops and cafes.
Within 30mins drive: Sweetheart Abbey, Caerlaverock Castle, Threave Gardens, Gracefield Arts Centre.
Further details
There is good stock of books in the cottage with details of walks, places of interest etc.
Booking notes
Please contact the owner to check availability and/or to make a booking. A deposit of £75 is requested with the balance payable 4 weeks prior to arrival.
Guest comments
2008 will be the first time we have let the Wolery so there are no comments available as yet.
For booking and further information
Pip Tabor
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1835 870444
Email: Click here
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and has advertised this property with us since April 2008.
Property Ref SC91
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