Arkland Mill, Crocketford, nr. Dumfries, sleeps 6
Enjoying an idyllic situation on the 3000-acre Crofts Estate, surrounded by the Galloway Hills, these 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 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 has been elegantly furnished, and features an attractive shared garden with a bridge over a burn and a small waterfall. Crofts Cottage adjoins another property, is on two levels and also has shared use of a welcoming garden in which to relax. Arkland Mill stands detached with a lovely large garden, a summer house and its own bridge over the stream. Woodland walks and hillside trails radiate from the doorstep, with fishing available on a nearby estate loch. Dumfries lies just 10 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 the easy reach along the Solway, and the NT 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 3 miles.
- Elec, full oil CH, bed linen and towels inc
- TV
- Video (except STTZ)
- Washer/dryer
- Shared 50-acre natural, wooded grounds
- Parking
- Natural spring water supply
- No smoking
- NB: Stream in grounds
Living room with wood-burning stove, wooden floor and patio doors. Large well-equipped kitchen with oil Aga, gas cooker and tiled floor leading to sun room. Utility. Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite shower room with toilet. Two single bedrooms. Bathroom with toilet.
- Wood-burning stove - initial fuel inc, thereafter avail locally
- T/cot
- H/chair
- Freeview
- DVD
- Radio/CD
- Oil Aga inc
- M/wave
- D/washer
- Freezer
- Large lawned garden with summer house and furniture
- Garage (for 1 car)
- Secure cycle store
- NB: Sloping banks and access to stream from
garden
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