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Ocean View Retreat

Isle of Whithorn, Dumfries and Galloway
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Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Log Cabin / Lodge
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Enjoy coastal walks and explore the Machars, an unspoilt peninsula of coastal villages and sandy beaches
  • Explore this beautiful undiscovered part of Scotland
  • The various Gin and Whisky Distilleries are well worth a visit
Property code: 77880

Lovingly updated property with fabulous sea views, offering a great retreat for up to three guests. The area is rich in history with a vast amount of outdoor pursuits for you to enjoy.

As its name suggests, this modern home in the pretty coastal village of the Isle of Whithorn boasts fabulous sea views. Sleeping four, it has been lovingly refurbished to offer a sociable living space that opens onto an enclosed patio with charcoal BBQ for al fresco dining. When you’re not admiring the sea views from the patio, enjoy long walks with a four-legged friend through coastal villages and sandy beaches or sample a local tipple at one of the nearby gin and whisky distilleries.

 

Inside, the accommodation is homely and welcoming, decorated in calming neutral hues throughout. Large windows and doors let the outside in for those warmer summer months, while cosy, soft furnishings create a home-from-home feel in winter. Enter into a bright and sunny kitchen area, which is open plan to the lounge. Equipped with everything you will need for rustling up delicious family meals, the kitchen also offers ample surface and storage space. Once prepared, step through to the lounge/diner to enjoy meals with a sea view beside large patio doors, which create an al fresco feel when open. Afterwards, sink into the inviting sofa or armchair and catch up on your favourite programmes on the Smart TV or simply relax with fellow guests and plan the following day’s adventures. Arranged on one level, the two tastefully decorated bedrooms share a chic, modern shower room, perfect for warming up after blustery walks.

 

Stepping outside, the small enclosed patio area is the perfect spot for summer meals with its charcoal BBQ and sea views. There is private parking for one car. Located directly on the coast, wonderful walks can be enjoyed from the doorstep.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 single
  • 1 bathroom
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, washing machine and fridge/freezer
  • Electric heating provided
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Dogs must not be left unattended at any time and any damage is chargeable
  • Beach, pub, restaurant and shop within walking distance
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Regret no Travel Cot is provided
  • Short term let license number DG00308F
  • EPC rating F
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Located in the Isle of Whithorn, one of Scotland’s most southerly villages and seaports, this property sits within a picturesque and unspoilt pocket of Dumfries and Galloway. Explore the Machars Peninsula, with its prehistoric Bronze and Iron Age sites, St. Ninian’s Cave (4 miles) and Whithorn Priory and Visitor Centre (4 miles). Beach lovers will be spoilt for choice between Garlieston (7 miles), Rigg Bay (7.5 miles), Monreith (8.5 miles) and many more, while those wanting a closer view of the water should join one of the sea fishing trips available locally. If you fancy a tipple, visit Crafty Distillery (21 miles) in Newton Stewart for gin or Bladnoch Distillery (13.5 miles) for whisky. The village of the Isle of Whithorn itself is home to a tearoom, post office and pub, while a small supermarket can be found in nearby Whithorn, just 4 miles away. For a greater selection of amenities, head north to Newton Stewart (21.5 miles), where you will find supermarkets, a cinema, hospital, golf club and selection of eateries. Other nearby attractions include Garlieston with its busy harbour, rail and ferry services, (7 miles), Galloway House Gardens (7 miles) with its acres of colourful displays and woodland and Swallow Theatre (7.5 miles), one of Scotland’s smallest theatres set within the former farm steading at Moss Park.

Gavin Grant

This property is personally managed by Gavin.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 37 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Peta 13th April 2024

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Reviewed by Constance 6th April 2024

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A well equipped cottage in a wonderful location. The views are remarkable. Everything is there for a marvellous holiday.

Reviewed by Keith 16th March 2024

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We have just spent a perfect week in the wonderful Ocean View cottage . The welcome food and wine were lovely. All the equipment needed for our stay was provided. The view and the very short walk down to the sea were great. On the day we arrived, the waves were crashing against the rocks, and on other days the sea was calm. Fantastic. Lots of nice Read morelocal walks. And Bladnoch distillery and nearby towns are worth a visit. One of the best cottages we have stayed in. Hide

Reviewed by Andy 30th December 2023

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Reviewed by Anne 21st October 2023

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Lovely cottage extremely comfortable, very well equipped. The view is amazing, great base for visiting South West Scotland.

Reviewed by Jenni 7th October 2023

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The cottage is welcoming, warm and comfortable, in a lovely location much appreciated by ourselves and our dog. The community centre has a very good cafe and community shop and meals at the Steam Packet are first class. The Isle itself is full of interest and the surrounding countryside has much to offer.

Reviewed by Dennis 23rd September 2023

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spotless, very comfortable lots of nice treats to get the week started . great view

Reviewed by Peta 16th September 2023

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The cottage is in a spectacular location overlooking the sea. It is well equipped and decorated with all the amenities you could desire. It was warm and cosy with lovely views across the Irish Sea. The owners left some a lovely welcome pack and a bowl and treats for the dog. Isle of Whithorn is a friendly village with a great community cafe and resRead moretaurant where the food is excellent. Highly recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 9th September 2023

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Well equipped, comfortable, clean and excellent position. Such a view all the time! We have been three times!

Reviewed by Amanda 2nd September 2023

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The cottage was gorgeous and really clean and comfortable and the views are breathtaking.

Reviewed by Sally 26th August 2023

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The cottage is amazing, warm and comfortable with views to envy. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and our 5 year old granddaughter loved her 'private island' of grass outside to play on. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Constance 19th August 2023

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A wonderful property in a marvellous location. It is quiet, peaceful and full of character.

Reviewed by Alexandra 12th August 2023

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Lovely quiet location for a holiday cottage at the seaside.

Reviewed by Steven 5th August 2023

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Beautiful cottage, beautiful location! The Isle of Whithorn is a very quiet and relaxing place to unwind and Ocean View Retreat is the ideal place to stay (for couples). It was clean, well equipped and the view onto the shoreline is outstanding, enhanced by the immaculate condition in which the surrounding area is kept. We were lucky enough to get Read moredecent weather for our holiday, which meant we could enjoy watching - and listening to - the local bird life, and just relaxing. Hide

Reviewed by Colin 24th June 2023

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Reviewed by Robert 17th June 2023

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Reviewed by Irene 3rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Roy 27th May 2023

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The cottage, location, and, local sight seeing were all above expectation. The cottage is close to the sea with direct panoramic views from the patio and lounge. Everything was clean and the cottage was fully equipped - one of the nicest holidays we have had. We highly recommend this cottage- the location has easy access to many other attractions.

Reviewed by Constance 20th May 2023

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Magnificent location exactly as shown on website. Clean, comfortable and fully equipped. A lovely property in a lovely area.

Reviewed by Adrienne 29th April 2023

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Reviewed by Allison 8th April 2023

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Exceptionally clean and comfortable, cosy accommodation with everything you really need. The view is second to none. The small fishing village location is peaceful and friendly. Somewhere you can really 'get away from it all'

Reviewed by Dave 18th March 2023

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Lovely, really clean cottage with fantastic ocean views. The Harbour, cafe and pub is only a couple of minutes walk away yet it felt a quiet away from it location (Cross the communal lawn on the seafront and through a gap in the houses you are on the main street). We really enjoyed our stay. The property is small but was ideal for a couple with a dRead moreog like us. It was a joy to walk out the door and straight onto the shore. At high tide we walked to the left and straight onto the coast path. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 11th March 2023

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Reviewed by Michael 4th March 2023

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Loved the location Loved the views Cottage was really everything we wanted and much more We were very lucky our end of site had no one else staying so very very quiet and peaceful even with our dog which barks at strangers. Would love to come back again in a few years

Reviewed by Dennis 25th February 2023

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Reviewed by Tracey 29th October 2022

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Great wee cottage in a beautiful place. Facing the sea, 5 minutes from the pub and shop/ gallery/ cafe. Plenty places to walk and explore. Very friendly and loads to see and do.

Reviewed by Roger 24th September 2022

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Reviewed by Sue 17th September 2022

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Loved the Chalet but the bed mattress groaned a lot so maybe a new one? Sofa would be a problem getting off if you have trouble getting up. I don't want to moan because it was so lively and warm. The shower is to die for x

Reviewed by Mark 10th September 2022

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The cottage is well equipped. The beds are comfortable with warm duvets and there was a high standard of cleanliness. One tiny suggestion .... perhaps there could also be a couple of smaller mugs for tea and coffee as well.

Reviewed by Gary 3rd September 2022

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We had a fantastic holiday. Loved the location. Blissfully quiet . We have no hesitation in fully recommending this holiday to all of our friends. Would love to revisit.

Reviewed by Liz 27th August 2022

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Lovely wee cottage. Very clean, comfortable and well equipped. The view from the patio was absolutely fantastic

Reviewed by Sam 20th August 2022

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Reviewed by J 30th July 2022

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Reviewed by James 25th June 2022

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Reviewed by Melvin 4th June 2022

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A wonderful place to stay with the best views. The property was very clean and well equipped. We couldn't have asked for more. A lot of thought and energy has gone into making people's holiday memorable. Would definitely recommend Ocean view!

Reviewed by George 14th May 2022

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Reviewed by Neil 29th April 2022

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Great property in a lovely location. Property was spotlessly clean and had everything needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. No hesitations in recommending it and hopefully we will return in the not too distant future.

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