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Rocklea - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Cottage in Castle Douglas with patio and fireplace

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From its picturesque shell beach location, Rocklea offers a traditional yet modern family holiday cottage. Enjoy sweeping views of the Urr estuary and mountains from this detached house with a garden patio, open fire, oil-fired Aga and Wi-fi. The bustling village centre is just a short walk away.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81658 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Ocean view

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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.

Rocklea - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Rocklea fronts onto the shell beach at Kippford and sleeps 8 making it a superb family holiday cottage. The attractive detached family house retains a traditional feel but with modern facilities and is set in its own gardens just across from the beach - ideal for children. The house enjoys sweeping views over the Urr estuary to the mountains beyond.

The bustling seaside village of Kippford is a mecca for water sports with yacht moorings on the river and a busy sailing club running frequent events and regattas. The village centre is just a short walk from the house and has two pubs. There is access to both Jubilee Path and also the Rough Firth road which both provide access to a network of scenic pathways over National Trust of Scotland land to Rockcliffe. Rocklea is around 2 miles from the 7Stanes mountain bike trail in Dalbeattie Forest and only a short drive to numerous sandy beaches, Galloway Forest Park, loch and river fishing, hill walking, golf courses abound be it recreational nine hole courses or testing Championship Link Courses such as the one at Southerness.

Post Code: DG5 4LJ
Rocklea is let weekly Saturday to Saturday, sorry we are unable to accept short breaks.
Damage Deposit £150
STL Licence: DG00040F
EPC: E

Accommodation for 8 on two floors: Ground Floor: Entrance hall; Lounge with open fire the room runs the full depth of the house; Dining room; Kitchen with oil fired Aga; Larder; Toilet with wash hand basin. First floor: 1 Twin with en-suite 'Jack & Jill' bathroom with bath, separate shower, toilet and wash basin; 2 further Twins; 1 Bedroom with 2 x 3 foot bunk beds (low headroom on top bunk); Family bathroom with bath, separate shower and wash basin; Separate wc; Cot Room.

Services: Oil central heating & electricity included * Bed linen is provided but you will need to supply your own towels * Washing Machine * Dishwasher * Fridge with freezer compartment & a separate Fridge Freezer * Oil fired Aga, Electric cooker and microwave * Open fire with logs provided * Phone for incoming calls only * Variable mobile reception * T.V with DVD player * CD Player * Wi-fi * Cot * High Chair* Parking for two cars only * Enclosed garden with patio * Access to wild garden with Views to Rough Island and beyond * Two dogs welcome * NO SMOKING.

Extras: Charges per dog per week/part week

NB: Maximum occupancy 6 adults and 2 Children.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,658 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number DG00040F

Property is also known as

Cottage
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Rocklea a House That Sleeps 8 Guests in 4 Bedrooms
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About the neighborhood

Map
Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway

What's nearby

  • Kippford Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rockcliffe Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • 7stanes - Dalbeattie - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Colvend Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Sandyhills Beach - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station - 29 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ark Tea Room By The Sea - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Beagle Country Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Mariner - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rocklea - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rocklea - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rocklea - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rocklea - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms located?

Situated in Castle Douglas, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Kippford Beach and Rockcliffe Beach. 7stanes - Dalbeattie is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Rocklea - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
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10/10

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Reviews

8/10 Good

William G.

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

Week trip

Great llocation directly across road from shell beach,plenty parking space.Road from kippford to house very narrow little traffic,Everything needed for stay supplied. Agree with other reviews re house feeling damp and living room furniture not the most comfortable, Plenty to do in area segway,bike hire.museum in Dalbeattie worth visiting. Large front garden good for dogs and grandkids to play in
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023