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Cosy Family Cottage In Rolling Country Near Beach - Sleeps 5
Meikle Killantrae, Whauphill, Newton Ste, Dumfries and Galloway

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9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

andrew l., edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic week.
We had a fantastic week. Great prooerty everthing you need and more. The cottage was very clean on arrival and the location is perfect. Our 2 grandsons loved how quiet it was and all the wildlife around about. Plenty to do and see for trips out and we would definitely recommend this property .
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely cottage.
A lovely family break to get away and relax. The cottage was perfect and just what we needed for a cozy getaway. It was plenty big enough for two adults and two teenage children to have the space they needed. The small kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed, we even made pancakes on Shrove Tuesday! We would highly recommend this cottage we had a lovely relaxing time and explored the nearby towns and distilleries.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 18, 2024
Hi Emma, thanks so much for your lovely review and for being such excellent guests. I am so glad you and the family had a good time. We would love to have you back! All best. Charles

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
Wonderful first stay in Scotland . The cottage is warm , welcoming, clean and has everything you need and more for a comfortable stay. It is in a fairly remote position with just a couple of properties in eyesight . So if your looking to engage with nature then this ideal . During our stay we woke every morning to 3 deer at the front of the property, we observed birds building their nests in the nesting boxes and watched various species of birds around the property. The cottage is an excellent base to explore the surrounding area such as the White Loch , Drumclodden stones and Port William all in walking distance . We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely cottage . Charles the owner left all the information for the property and places of interest nearby . We would definitely like to revisit in the near future . Thank you Charles for a lovely stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iain S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cottage
Beautifully cottage, extremely well laid out and equipped. Fantastic base for exploring Galloway, no negatives to report - would visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review, Iain! I'm so please you had a good stay. All best. Charlie

10/10 Excellent

D K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet retreat
This cottage is in a quiet location a few miles from Port William.There are no other dwellings nearby, except a farm further along the lane. We saw a small group of deer twice in the garden in the early morning. The cottage is warm, comfortable and well equipped. It was spotlessly clean when we arrived. The host was friendly and helpful both before and after our stay. Dumfries and Galloway is an excellent area to holiday in. It is quiet and unspoilt, with woods, waterfalls, coastal walks and beaches. We saw grey seals and many birds, including gannets, egrets, herons, curlews, a peregrine falcon, red kites and buzzards. We would be happy to return to both the cottage and the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Auriel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A true getaway
For us this property was in a perfect location - surrounded by countryside and only 1.5 miles from the sea.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just lovely!
We enjoyed our stay at Burnside immensely. The cottage was very well equipped and very cosy and the perfect place to return to after a day exploring the beautiful surrounding areas. We saw deer and hares in the garden a few times which was exciting. Weather was good too. We will definitely consider returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Hi Suzanne, Thank you for your review. We really appreciate it. And I am very glad you had a nice time. Please do come back! All best. Charles

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Cottage
This is a lovely, peaceful cottage, ideal for couples or families. There is plenty to do close by but you definitely need a car. Lots of beaches to visit. Check venues before you go, as a few were not open. Overall a lovely peaceful holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Hi katherine, thank you so much for your kind review of our cottage. It is much appreciated. I am very glad you had a nice time. All best. Charles

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy, warm cottage
Lovely cosy, warm cottage. Well equipped with all you need for a great stay. Good communication with hosts who let us check out later. I particularly liked the 100% cotton sheets as sleep is better with cotton!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Peter L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
So disappointed with the appearance outside and in. Marks on sofas, damp in many places, pillows on beds awful (we bought our own in Aldi) Horrible bottom table cloth, etc,etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Maebh M., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage
Quiet location and very cosy cottage. Very easy to communicate with hosts. Manual with cottage info and walks, beaches, sights and restaurant suggestions very helpful. Bathroom (particularly the shower) could do with updating and dining chairs need replacing. But overall a very relaxing and enjoyable visit
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful holiday
Lovely cottage and we loved this part of the world - thank you
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cherise H.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING
Exactly what we needed. Highly recommend the stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a beautiful area
The cottage was a perfect place to sty for our family of 5 - a great space, warm and well equipped. Galloway is beautiful, with loads to do, and we really appreciated the big information booklet which had ideas of walks, places to go and eat - a nice touch.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacob F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a brilliant 4 nights away.. looking forward to stopping there again in the near future
Great little get away in the great out doors
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

joanne q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect
Just what we needed peace and quiet away from it all .weather let us down but we didnt care we were happy chilling and explored some places before we came up the road . It is immaculate, has everything anyone could need . The log shed was full ,the bed was extra comfy best sleep in a long time, plenty towels,cleaning products ect. My only regret was leaving this cottage. Ideal for families or in our case couples needing peace and quiet. Loved it .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Wee Escape
Just spent 3 fabby days at Burnside Cottage celebrating my husbands 50th birthday. Such a cosy cottage and in a beautiful location. Loved the views, the location and the cottage is really well equipped. Would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Thank you, Julie. Really glad you had a good stay.

10/10 Excellent

Victoria T., Lancaster, Lancashire

Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful getaway
Had a lovely time at this property. It was very quiet which meant our children were free to be noisy! Lots of beautiful beaches nearby and the cottage was perfect for our needs. All on one level so no stairs for tots to be kept off, great kitchen/dining and living space. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Hi Victoria Thank you for your generous comments. I am really glad you and the family had a nice time. All best Charles Walker

10/10 Excellent

Duncan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house for our week away
What a lovely house set away from the main road but with easy access to the Machars and Galloway coast. The house is single level but spacious enough for the 4 of us and had all the provisions we needed. The kids had a good selection of DVDs to entertain themselves with as & when it rained but because of the location we were out and about every day. Highlights were the beautiful sandy beaches and warm (for the UK!) sea at Rigg Bay & Monreith Golf Club whilst a day trip over to Portpatrick was easy and that is a beautiful spot to while away an afternoon along the cliff top and harbour. 25mins north of the house is Galloway Forest Park and we went to the Deer range and saw the Wild Goats as well as doing a lovely walk around Grey Mare's Tail waterfall. Due to COVID the castles and visitor centres (apart from the Chocolate Factory which the kids loved!) were largely shut but we were lucky with mainly good weather so being out and about was a joy and there is so much left to explore so we will be back! Thanks to Rob for making the trip so easy and safe, it is appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Stay in a Comfortable Cottage
We (a family of 5) enjoyed a short stay in Burnside cottage. The location was lovely and quiet and the cottage was ideal for our short stay. The property was clean on arrival and in general was in good order. Perhaps the bathroom could do with being upgraded but it was still clean and functional. The kids enjoyed playing in the garden and watching the wildlife and cows! The location of the cottage was ideal for exploring this corner of Scotland with many of the areas attractions only a short drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful
Lovely property. Had everything we needed. Peaceful location. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

john h.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 night stay away
The property was ideal for what we wanted. The log burner was great to have on a cold night. We would like to come back again in the Spring.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

Liked: Cleanliness
School half term break
Very cosy and well appointed cottage, ideal for family of four. Set in beautiful countryside with coast just a mile away. Great area for walking and especially cycling. Good base for exploring Galloway
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage in a great location.
Clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Burnside cottage
Nice cottage, equipped with everything we could need. Quiet location, restful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base for walks
This cottage had everything we needed for our stay. Really peaceful and a great place for spotting wildlife. Lots of things to do within 15-25 minutes drive. Some fab beaches and walks nearby. Only minor nit-pick would be parking could be a bit easier and more clearly set out.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful in nature
Thank you for a wonderful stay. Home was very clean and everything that my family and I wished for. Beds were very comfortable and we loved watching the birds on the feeders and the vole in the rockery.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage in stunning location
The cottage was really well equipped with everything we needed for our young family. The folders with the guides in were completely comprehensive and gave some great ideas for places to eat, visit and relax. The area is beautiful and we did a lot of walking around the White Loch of Myrton and St Ninian’s Cave. We’d love to visit again and are already looking at holiday dates for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard U., South Woodham Ferrers

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage in the wilderness.
Really enjoyed our stay here, well kept property in a very wild remote setting. Well stocked with everything you might need. Bladnoch Inn is well worth a visit, especially their fish fridays.(Whiskey is worth a try too) Recommend taking a walk down to St Ninians Cave, and visiting the Mull of Galloway lighthouse. Ideal place to stay if you are interested in walking holidays or birdwatching.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Alan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for those seeking peace and quiet.
Weather was cool and showery, but cottage heating was up and running when we arrived - many thanks for that. Accommodation is very comfortable and roomy. Only one moan- the lack of phone signal in the cottage should perhaps have been mentioned in the property description. Older guests (like us) appreciate the reassurance a working phone line provides.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Thanks for the review and feedback Alan. Some mobile phone networks get reception at the cottage, for others you have to walk up the hill a bit! There is a landline in the cottage which receives incoming calls and which can make outgoing 999 calls. Sorry if all this wasn't clear in advance. Thanks again for the review.

10/10 Excellent

Geoff S.

Spacious and warm
A few cold wet days tested the heating then the sun came out. Difficult to find because the name is on the side away from the road and the sat nav took us to a ridge overlooking the property. Once found it is a good property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Paul K.

Really nice place to stay peaceful lovely views would stay again
Lovely place very quiet lots of wildlife lovely walks very well equipped cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Try it. You may well be tempted to come again
Warm, clean, well appointed, very quiet position. Excellent location for walking and access to East and West coast.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

Warm and cosy
We had a lovely time staying in this cottage. Great place to get away from it all. We'll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

carole b.

Tranquil
A lovely, relaxing and peaceful stay, cottage was lovely, warm, cosy with everything and more
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Victoria W.

Lovely cottage, very quiet and peaceful and the kids enjoyed the garden space
Very clean and extremely comfy beds. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Great cottage in a peaceful location.
Just got back from a fantastic week in this lovely cottage. Spacious and well equipped - it had everything we needed. The deer came to visit in the garden, which was a treat. Lots of bird life. Plenty of space to sit out and lap up the sunshine. And best of all - so, so peaceful. If you want to get away from it all then this is the place. The loudest noise was the cows munching the grass in the nearby field. Plenty to see in the area as well - a useful information pack was waiting for us along with lots of maps and leaflets. As the weather was so good we spent a lot of time around the coast - from the Mull of Galloway to the Isle of Whithorn, very pretty. There's also Galloway Forest Park to explore. We really didn't want to leave. Would love to return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Rupert B., Somerset

Quiet, cosy, well equipped.
The cottage was the best we've stayed at in terms of local information and maps, plus personal recommendations from the owners. It was very well maintained and equipped. Very quiet and lovely dark skies. We enjoyed the environment and saw a red squirrel right outside the door.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

Comfortable house in a peaceful setting
Our family of five spent two weeks at Burnside cottage in August. The house was spacious, well equipped and spotlessly clean. We loved the open plan design. Robert, the owner is responsive and helpful. We would highly recommend this cottage to anyone looking to escape the crowds and stay in this beautiful part of Galloway.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

LEON B.

Beatiful cottage in secluded location with lots of wildlife
Everything you could think of has been provided. Stunning location, 5 min drive to Port William for Spar shop. Cottage is surrounded by wild life lots of birds on feeders also saw stoats,weasels,voles,shrews,hares ,roe deer,badgers & a mole.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016

6/10 Okay

Alan H.

Meikle Killantrae: Splendid Isolation.
We enjoyed the location and the peace and quiet. A few things need attention. All three gates need repair; the chimney should be bird proofed; and the hot taps in the bathroom and kitchen need some work. The operation of the television via Sky is idiosyncratic to say the least but we mastered it eventually, it should be looked at however. The directions for finding the property when approached from Newton Stewart were spot on but mention might be made of the "hogs back" hazard on the access road - we scraped the underside of our car on first approach but subsequently avoided the problem. The property was clean and inviting upon arrival and we enjoyed exploring a part of Galloway we hadn't visited before.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Clean, warm and cosy cottage
Burnside cottage is situated in an idyllic spot on the Wigtown Peninsula. The wildlife around the cottage was amazing; we saw deer twice in the adjacent field, many different types of birds on the feeders, buzzards, voles to name but a few. The coastline is stunning and we visited most of the local sights. Don't miss Rigg Bay a 20 minute walk from Garlieston harbour. We also managed to trace my husbands family back to the mid 1600s as they hale from the Wigtown area. The weather was kind but it was lovely to return to such a warm and well equipped cottage. The owners and Linda the housekeeper, should be congratulated as we wanted for nothing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016

10/10 Excellent

Harvey A.

An amazing holiday in an ideal location
Burnside Cottage was a tranquil retreat under the stars, a perfect place to celebrate New Years Eve. The cottage was superbly furnished, with a lovely log fire in the lounge, comfortable sofas and plenty of entertainment options (wifi + television). It sits on its own small lane with a stream running along the bottom, the views from the cottage were great but the night sky was even more impressive. From the cottage we ventured out on a number of walks to the coast and local lochs, there was plenty to explore within walking distance and it was so calming and peaceful being away from everyone. The cottage itself was a cosy refuge when the weather was a little stormy, comfortable bedding and heating throughout. There was a lot of effort to ensure that you have everything you need, from kitchen equipment to binoculars. We had an amazing time and would definitely consider visiting again. Great for couples, friends and families.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2015

10/10 Excellent

Niels P., Rheinland Pfalz

Liked: Cleanliness
Herbst in Wigtownshire
Schöne ruhige Lage, sehr sauber und gut ausgestattet, unkomplizierte Buchung, Kommunikation und Check-In. Die Gegend ist einfach toll und wir hatten trotz Ende Oktober gutes Wetter und haben die Zeit dort sehr genossen.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Vielen Dank für Ihre schöne Bewertung Niels. Ich freue mich sehr, dass du eine gute Zeit hattest!

10/10 Excellent

Kristof B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
We had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Thanks Kristof. Thanks for being such great guests!

10/10 Excellent

Björn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Liebevolles Cottage in der Natur
Ein schönes kleines Cottage im nirgendwo. Es ist gut ausgestattet, gepflegt und in einer schönen Landschaft. Die Vermieter haben gute Touren-Vorschläge angelegt, für eine Auszeit in der Natur steht nichts im Wege. Aber Achtung: ohne Auto geht da nichts. Der nächste kleinere Einkaufsladen ist 20Minuten weg. Die Straßen sehr schlecht. Das Meer und die Landschaft sind jedoch toll. Danke für den tollen Aufenthalt:)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mirjam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vey nice and comfortable cottage in beautifull surroundings
The cottage is fully equipped with everything needed. It is very comfortable and clean. The area offers many differnet things to do. The house keeps a very good collection of recommendations for everybodys taste and preference. We enjoyed our stay and would return any time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lutz K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Für uns perfekt
Für uns perfekt heißt, das wir es mögen, wenn das Objekt einsam gelegen ist. Ruhe zu haben und wenig Menschen zu sehen ist etwas, was wir als Ausgleich zum Berufsleben zwischendurch mal brauchen. Das Haus ist sehr sauber, die Betten sehr komfortabel, die Küche ordentlich ausgestattet. Sogar eine Delonghi Espresso maschine war vorhanden. Grandios. Wer jedoch hier im Westen Schottlands tolle Strände erwartet, ist ja nicht weit vom Meer entfernt, wird enttäuscht. Die gibt es so gut wie nicht. Es ist sehr steinig anstatt sandig wenn Ebbe ist. Aber das haben wir in dieser Woche auch nicht gesucht. Aufpassen, für einen vernünftigen Supermarkt fährt man schon mal gute 20 Minuten. Vielen Dank für den Aufenthalt hier, Rob.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

Lovely place
We spent two weeks in July with our kids and enjoyed the perfectly equipped cottage with its beautiful garden, the quiet surrounding and all the opportunities for hiking, staying at the beach or simply relaxing.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2018