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Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room

Family-friendly cottage in Newton Stewart

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Beach nearby, sun loungers - Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room (, Dumfries and Galloway)
Escape to Stellock, a serene coastal retreat in Monreith. Set amidst a peaceful country lane, this charming cottage features Superfast Fibre Broadband and 43' Wall Mounted Smart TV in the living space. With two fully functional wood burners and an expansive Sun Room facing the garden, you'll feel at home here.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room

Stellock is a cosy, open-plan coastal retreat in Monreith, Dumfries and Galloway. This period cottage has a beautiful isolated setting down a country lane, just a 10 minute walk from the ocean. With no neighbours and a large, shore-facing garden, Stellock is perfect for those looking for a quiet escape. There is a table tennis table is in the out building, The house has Superfast Fibre Broadband and a 43' Wall Mounted Smart TV in the living space. Stellock features two fully functional wood burners, (with free logs provided) and a large Sun Room facing the garden. The 'Fell of Barhullion' is right behind the house and features amazing panoramic views of the surrounding Galloway Hills and the Isle of Man. St Medan Golf Club and beach is just 1 mile away

The space
Stellock features 3 main upstairs bedrooms (two of which have 2 full size single beds with luxury mattresses, and 1 with a King Size Double bed) There is also a downstairs double sofabed in the sunroom. The open-plan living and dining area is a great social space. The large sunroom is a great place to relax and always stays warm.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cosy Coastal Retreat With Large Garden Epic Sun Room

About the neighborhood

Map
, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Calutta - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Calcutta Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Pheasant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Railway Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Central Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room located?

This family-friendly Newton Stewart cottage is located near the beach, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Maxwell Monument, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Swallow Theatre and Whithorn Priory. Bladnoch Distillery and Wigtown Square are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Cosy, Coastal Retreat with Large Garden and Epic Sun Room Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dongling H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely stay

The house was spacious and quiet with a beautiful garden. We brought our German shepherd. There were many quiet trails and beaches suitable for walking dogs. James was very helpful.We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely spot

We really enjoyed our stay. Particularly the wood burning stove and the general air of spaciousness.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for some R&R

Lovely house with great garden and beautiful beach at the end of the road. Quite remote so advise bringing plenty of books & board games. The owner left a list of local attractions and the kids loved the nearby mountain biking.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Louise L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property, perfect location. Stunning.

The property was spacious enough for 4 adults, 3 children and 3 dogs. Great spaces inside for dining and relaxing. Large enclosed back garden was absolutely lovely. Within walking distance of beach with great rockpooling opportunities. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best House ever

Beautiful house and beautiful location. Great Service and contact. At all: the best house we have ever.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

SM M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

This is an ideal base to explore the south west coast of Scotland. Beaches, coastal walks, gardens and castles all within 1.5hrs of Moneath; most within 1hrs drive. Fully secluded with plenty of space, inside and out for kids to run around and enjoy themselves.A few small suggestions to make the accomodation stay even better; 1. Include a pint of milk and some breakfast items 2. Include bathroom items such as shampoo, body lotion etc. 3. Include gloves for the fire place (for novices)These are small issues which do not detract from the amazing property.Would definately recommend and go again.. TheThe property
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely winter break

We had a lovely few days at Stellock house, helped by decent winter weather. The house is in a perfect out-of-the-way location but not too remote. The garden is large and safe for dogs, there’s a really nice brazier for an outdoor evening fire and we appreciated the provision of logs and kindling at this time of year. The house was warm, clean and cosy- it wasn’t really warm enough to use the conservatory which was a shame as it’s a beautiful addition to the property. There are really good walks from the doorstep, including to the local beach. There was a nice walk book in the house for walks around Newton Stewart which is a town/ area worth exploring. The whole area is really lovely and we wished we’d had more time to spend there. Would definitely recommend and we would like to return in the future. .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul T.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Christmas stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our break over Xmas. The area is great for walking, dogs loved the beach. House itself is lovely and cosy but lacking in a few things. Whole house needs a bit of TLC, looking a bit tired and grubby in areas. Oven control knobs some are broken, lack of basics ie salt/pepper/vinegar, old pots and pans need replacing so food doesn’t stick or burn when cooking. Outside area and garden needs tidying up and TLC again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Henry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Magical Western Retreat

Stellock is a large comfortable house in a secluded and stunning location in the gently rolling hills of the Machars peninsula. From its large and well kept garden there is a view out to the sea. There is plenty of kitchen space, big sofas to lounge on and the conservatory is wonderful! Add comfortable beds and very good Wi-Fi and TV reception. We spent a week here and our only complaint is that it wasn’t a month. Admittedly the weather was good which certainly makes a difference but this place is just perfect for exploring this magical part of Scotland. You can easily walk to the woods around the White Loch of Myrton and then on to Drumfad bridge and up over the Fell of Barhullion just behind the house. From here the view is magnificent, from the Rhins of Galloway to the Isle of Man and round to the hills of the Forest of Galloway with Merrick looming in the North. The otter monument to Gavin Maxwell is nearby on a scenic headland. We visited in May when the many woodlands round about were full of bluebells and wild garlic. We watched swallows, martins and, in the evenings, bats. Isle of Whithorn is lovely with its rugged point and charming harbour. Have a coffee at St. Ninian’s Tearoom. Try fish and chips at The Steampacket. Superb accommodation. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhaft

Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Urlaub, das Haus hat unsere Erwartungen voll erfüllt und James war gut erreichbar und hat bei Fragen schnell geholfen. Immer wieder gerne!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for dogs!

We loved our stay at Stellock. Great cottage in a great secluded location with no one around. Perfect for the dogs with a gravel outdoor area equipped with a hose for easy cleaning. Lovely quiet beach and country walks all nearby too. Cottage is super cosy with the 2 wood burning stoves and James was super helpful when we ran out of wood. Best pub by far is The Harbour Inn in Garlieston, lovely friendly atmosphere and nice food. Bladnoch distillery also well worth a visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christiana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruhe und Natur genießen

Wer Natur und Ruhe sucht, wird hier fündig. Das Haus und der Garten sind ein Traum. Geschlafen haben wir sehr gut.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and lovely accommodation

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Monreith. It was exactly the remote and beautiful location we were hoping for. The property was picturesque and comfortable. Plenty of space for the kids to play inside our out. We had a small issue with the downstairs loo which we liaised James about and he was very generous in his response to this. The walk to the beach and whisky tour at Bladnoch Distillery were particular highlights. Thank you to you both. It would be nice to come back in the summer sometime
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming place to escape to

Our experience of Stellock was that it worked really well for us. We were a party of 6 and the house was warm & welcoming, well-equipped and full of character. The wood-burning stove was a joy. We'd recommend it highly!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

david n.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and conservatory

Quite remote but very pretty location and comfortable bed Communication with owners was slow regarding arrival instructions . Key hard to find ( Under stone but didn’t say stone above us ) Sitting room and kitchen dark but conservatory And garden lovely . No welcome pack which we would expect at that price .. even during Covid other properties have given wine or a local food voucher . No basics not even salt sugar or a few tea bags poor quality utensils that bent when you lifted food . Lack of information for heating and Wi-Fi access . Kitchen needed some upgrading . . Beautiful area of the country
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet !

Great house with a big garden at the end of a quiet farm track. Good kitchen. Good internet access. Good local beaches. Some nice towns and villages to visit in the area. A nice, quiet and remote location for a family getaway.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021