Cottage Description
Old Port Store is a 4 bedroom self catering holiday accommodation that sleeps 8 and is located in Newton Stewart, Scotland. This property does not allow pets. Prices range from £439 to £4959 per week. Local to High Glasnick, Barraer, Minnigaff, Carslae, Wigtown
- Barbecue
- Bike Store
- Cot Available
- Detached Property
- DVD player
- Dishwasher
- Fuel and Power Included
- Games Console - Wii
- Enclosed Garden / Patio
- Garden / Patio
- Ideal for Golf
- Highchair
- Sea View
- Rural Location
- Stairgate
- Television
- Boutique
- Wifi
- Short Breaks All Year
- Luxury Collection
- Car Parking Available
- Bed Linen & Towels Included
- Washing Machine
- New property
- Heritage Collection
In a stunning coastal location, Old Port Store is a charming and most distinctive detached home with its origins dating from circa 1820. The house is Category B listed by Historic Scotland and is situated about 200 yards from the shores of Luce Bay amidst beautiful rural surroundings. From the garden and the west side of the house there are wonderful views across the bay. The house was originally a grain store serving the long since gone harbour at Stairhaven, and has been converted into a distinctive three-storey holiday home, with the exterior having changed very little over the years. Ideal for families, couples or groups, the house is arranged over three floors with four en-suite bedrooms. A particularly attractive feature of this beautiful property is the impressive living room with a picture bay window to Luce Bay, and a large dining kitchen. This truly is a house of character where the traditional stone exterior marries with the well-proportioned interior. The Old Port Store is perfectly placed for easy access to many of the attractions that this corner of Wigtownshire offers, including Mull of Galloway, beautiful gardens typified by Logan Botanic Gardens and Castle Kennedy Gardens. The Galloway Forest offers exceptional walking and cycling and has been designated the first Dark Sky Park outside the USA. There are many beautiful coastal walks to be enjoyed, stone circles and ancient ruins and an RSPB reserve. There are other sporting opportunities such as trout and salmon fishing on the numerous local lochs. Sea angling is available from both the rocks along the coastline as well as by boat. Beach 200 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
Spacious living room with picture window. Spacious kitchen/dining room with breakfast area. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Two bedrooms, each with TV and en-suite shower room with toilet; one double with 5ft bed, one twin. Second floor: Two double bedrooms, each with TV and en-suite bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet; one with 6ft zip & link bed.
Food
Days Out
Beach
Bike & Hike
Sports
Nature
Gardens
Activities
Historical
Eating & Drinking
A wonderful restaurant in the centre of the beautiful Port William. Extremely popular with locals and tourists alike; booking is strongly recommended. Choose from their wide ranging menu, anything from haggis, steak and gammon to prawns, calamari and the catch of the day.
A cosy informal restaurant whose name aptly reflects the impressive castle views which it enjoys. The food is imaginative and personally prepared by the chef proprietor, and served by friendly staff in an unobtrusive manner.
Fun Days Out
No recommended Fun Days Out found within 30 miles of this property.
Beach
No recommended Beach found within 30 miles of this property.
Biking & Hiking
No recommended Cycling & Hiking found within 30 miles of this property.
Golf & Sports
No recommended Golf & Sporting Activities found within 30 miles of this property.
Nature Reserves
No recommended Nature Reserves found within 30 miles of this property.
Gardens & Woodlands
Logan lies at the South-Western tip of Scotland, and it is unrivalled as the country's most exotic garden. This is a showcase for some truly remarkable flowers.
A beautiful park, in the heart of Galloway Forest. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around this beautiful area or simply sit with a good book and a picnic soaking up the stunning scenery. Alternatively spend some time at the excellent visitor centre and pop in for a warm beverage in the tea room.
Local Attractions
The Cocoabean Company is a fun day for all, everyone is assured a fantastic time and will leave wanting to return again and again. At this interactive factory tour you will be given a guided tour and shown how chocolate is made, as well as getting to make your own chocolate and then eating it, you get to taste lots of yummy chocolate as you walk around, and keep your apron. The guides are friendly and informative and are very good at keeping the smaller ones entertained. You can easily pass a day here with the tour and other amenities There is a great outside area with fort and pirate ship that is complete with slides and a play area, or you can pan for gold. In addition there is an indoor soft play area which, is quite large covering many levels and with tunnels and slides for lots of enjoyment. The Cafe is lovely with a great selection of food and drink and all at reasonable prices and the service is very good. The facilities are very clean here and well maintained. You are also able to take a picnic here. There is a factory gift shop where you can buy some delicious treats before leaving. A visit to the Cocoabean Company will assure everyone a great time and you will be very popular with the all the children. A great attraction for all ages, there is something for everyone here. Prices are very reasonable and if visiting with children you only pay for them.
Historical & Heritage Sites
A fascinating priory to visit, with an extremely long and complex history. Built, re-built, restored, converted and added to over almost sixteen centuries, this age old site has seen its share of worship and war and is well worth a visit. The excellent visitor centre provides information on the architecture, history and religion of the priory over the years.
Broughton House is a lovely 18th century Georgian house that can be found in the centre of Kirkcudbright, it is a true cultural treasure. It was the former home of Scottish painter E A Hornel and the property has been lovingly restored and recreated to how it would have been during his time here. It is a living museum dedicated to the life and works of this talented painter, it shows the alterations he made to the property, and is full of his paintings and those of his colleagues. In addition there is his extensive library that houses one of the world's largest compilations of works by Robert Burns. The house is very interesting from the displays, furniture and art. Downstairs is his studio as well as the heart of the house where the cook and servants ran the house from. However, the big surprise in this house is outside, the stunning gardens back on to the River Dee and are largely inspired by Hornel's fondness of Japan, the garden is full of colour and is a delightful blend of Eastern and Western horticulture, and provide a lovely haven to explore and pretty views of the sea estuary. The guides are friendly and informative and will let you know all about the property and its past owner. Broughton House is highly recommended and you should certainly take the time to see this stunning living museum if visiting the area.
The Stewartry Museum was first established in 1879 but as it grew it was necessary to move it to new premises in 1893, to hold the growing collections, a special building was constructed for this purpose and it is here that the museum remains to this day. It has undergone improvements and enhancements over the years but still contains its genuine Victorian charm. It is an intimate museum and within you will find a collection that predominantly relates to the social and natural history of the Stewartry or Kirkcudbrightshire as it is also referred to, you will get to learn about the growth and development of the town during your time here. In the permanent collection there is the "Siller Gun", Britain earliest surviving sporting trophy. Also on display are works by local artists. Other items on display include, weapons and tools, rocks and fossils, preserved animals as well as a video relating to the local area. The cases are well laid out and have lots of information relating to the displays and exhibits. It is an interesting and varied museum with lots to see that will entertain all ages. There are activity sheets to occupy the children. The Stewartry Museum is free of charge and open throughout the year, it is located on the first floor and can be accessed by stairs so may not be suitable for all visitors. The Stewartry Museum has an eclectic and varied collection and is certainly worth a visit, has lots to see but won't take a full day, so if in the area stop by and see what is on show.