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4 Season's Splendour : Artist Nest in Walled Garden on 2000 acre Seaside Estate

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Beach
Exterior
Interior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4754 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

4 Season's Splendour : Artist Nest in Walled Garden on 2000 acre Seaside Estate

Symphonica features original mural paintings of the four seasons at Dunskey Estate by the Scottish landscape artist Victoria Orr Ewing. Renovated to the highest standards while keeping all original features, this lodge provides wondrous inspiration to take in the scene year-round in this corner of rural paradise.

Built at the turn of the century, the lodge was originally a dairy house for goods and produce for the main Castle. It now boasts underfloor heating, rain showers, and even an outdoor bath. The open living room, dining area and kitchen afford gorgeous natural light and views of the woodlands and garden. A wood burning stove in the corner adds ambience and coziness so that you can snuggle up on the modular lounge sofa bed and Mad-Men era occasional chairs.

The first bedroom contains a cream Gustavian wicker bed that perfectly blends with the wall colours and mural. Velvet-trimmed curtains add texture to the romantic room, with an ensuite bathroom, built-in wardrobe, and a dressing table.

Two white Italianate canopy beds are found in the second bedroom, with a paintbrush pink mural and a divine Art Deco glass chandelier. All bedding and mattresses are of the very top quality. A second ensuite bathroom is also found here, separated by sliding barn doors.

Outside, the terrace is a spot for BBQ or sunbathing, as it is one of the spots with longest duration of sunlight on the Estate. A magic hidden door brings you into the walled garden where you can roam for hours. There is also an outdoor tub on the terrace, connected to the hot water system.

Property manager

Anne Nguyen

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming 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: 754 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
2 total pets
Note from host: Additional pet fee of £60 for up to two dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Contact us for further information.
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 is also known as

499964

About the neighborhood

Map
Portpatrick, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 21 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Cairnryan Port - 23 min drive - 16.5 miles
  • Port Logan Beach - 26 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 27 min drive - 18.5 miles

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 13 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Henrys Bay House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar Pazz - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Custom House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starfish Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 Season's Splendour : Artist Nest in Walled Garden on 2000 acre Seaside Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 4 Season's Splendour : Artist Nest in Walled Garden on 2000 acre Seaside Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 Season's Splendour : Artist Nest in Walled Garden on 2000 acre Seaside Estate?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4 Season's Splendour : Artist Nest in Walled Garden on 2000 acre Seaside Estate located?

Situated in Stranraer, this cottage is steps from Dunskey Garden, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Castle of St John and Stranraer Museum. Mull of Galloway Trail - North and Ringdoo Sands are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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4 Season's Splendour : Artist Nest in Walled Garden on 2000 acre Seaside Estate Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

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

Want this to stay secret

Absolutely lovely weekend. Location great. Practically had estate to ourselves. Accommodation and grounds flawless. Loved the walk through the woods to the beach. Will go again. Soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023