The Cottages at Drumlamford
nr Newton Stewart,
in South West Scotland
Sleeping 4, 8/9, 4 and 6
Drumlamford is a large private country estate of some 1500 acres and three private lochs (pike fishing in one of them) lying 12 miles north of the small market town of Newton Stewart on the River Cree (shops, hotels, good fishing, luxury mohair goods) and 5 miles south of Barrhill (shop, pubs and small railway station) in the wooded uplands of The Galloway Forest Park.
'Bonnie Galloway' is celebrated the world over for its serene and gracious countryside which rises from the sandy coves and mudflat estuaries (marvellous for bird-watching and sailing) of the Solway Firth to the rolling farmlands, high green hills and hidden lochs of The Galloway Forest Park so beloved by fishermen, walkers and cyclists - everyone who appreciates luminous landscapes and SPACE.
Golfers can play many small country courses, with famous Turnberry some 20 miles up the coast. Artists will want to paint, visit Kirkcudbright and admire the lovely gardens and mansions. History buffs will be hard put to visit all the castles and sites (including the reputed cave of Robert The Bruce's famous spider) that remind us of this area's very bloody history. Motor-racing fans may want to visit David Coulthard's village of Tywnholm - and some may fancy a day-trip to Ireland on the Jetliner from Cairnryan.
P.S. When you get to the South Ayrshire Border sign, ignore any further instructions from Sat Nav as it sends people the wrong way.
Accommodation (4 cottages):
Maberry Cottage (Sleeps 4)
Near Newton Stewart
Maberry Cottage is a lovely detached Victorian cottage – very comfortably furnished, well equipped and with central-heating – which is set on it own in its own grass garden (furniture) backed by trees, overlooking Loch Maberry where pike-fishing is available (£6 per day and under 12's free).
Heating by wood-burning stove, oil-CH, electricity, bed-linen and towels are 
all included. Pets are welcome. No Smoking.
Single Storey:
- Sitting room with wood-burning stove, TV/DVD and French doors onto a patio.
- Dining room.
- Kitchen with electric-cooker, fridge-freezer, microwave, etc.
- Double bedroom.
- Twin bedroom.
- Bathroom with bath, WC basin.
Accommodation availability:
Maberry Cottage:
Arnsheen Farmhouse (Sleeps 8/9)
Near Newton Stewart
Is a beautifully appointed, very spacious detached farmhouse which stands all on its own enjoying spectacular views from its grounds (furniture) over the surrounding hills of the Galloway Forest Park. A really lovely house, it is reached by a half mile of hard track from the quiet single-track B.7027 public road, and it offers a comfortable and delightful retreat for one or two families who want peace and seclusion.
Heating by wood-burning stove, oil-CH, electricity, bed-linen and towels are all included. Pets are welcome. No Smoking.
Downstairs:
- Open plan Kitchen/Dining room with cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, etc.
- Utility room with washing-machine.
- WC with basin.
- Sitting room with wood-burning stove and TV/DVD.
- Room with shower, WC and basin.
- Master Double-bed room with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower, WC and basin.
Upstairs:
- Twin-bed room.
- Twin-bed room.
- Family room with a double and single bed.
- Bathroom with bath, WC and basin.
Accommodation availability:
Arnsheen Farmhouse:
Red Cottage (Sleeps 4)
Red Cottage is another lovely detached Victorian cottage, very well furnished and equipped, which stands in its own area of grass garden (furniture) overlooking the landscaped grounds of Drumlamford House.
Heating by wood-burning stove, electricity, bed-linen and towels are all included. Pets by arrangement. No Smoking.
Single Storey:
- Sitting room with wood-burning stove and TV/DVD.
- Kitchen/Dining room with electric-cooker, fridge-freezer, microwave, etc.
- Double bedroom.
- Twin-bed room.
- Bathroom with bath, WC and basin.
Accommodation availability:
Red Cottage:
The photograph below right shows Red Cottage and Gower cottage together.
Gower Cottage (Sleeps 6)
Gower Cottage is a slightly larger detached traditional cottage set behind, and at the side, of Red Cottage in its own pretty grass garden (furniture) not far from both Loch Dornal and Loch Gower. Again very well furnished and equipped, it is a favourite with many individual families, but has also been let jointly with Red Cottage for larger parties.
Heating by wood-burning stove, electricity, bed-linen and towels are all included. Pets by arrangement. No Smoking.
Single Storey:
- Sitting room with wood-burning stove and TV/DVD.
- Kitchen/Dining room with electric-cooker, fridge-freezer, microwave, etc.
- Twin-bed room.
- Twin-bed room.
- Double bed room.
- Bathroom with bath, shower, WC and basin.
Accommodation availability:
Gower Cottage:
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