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- About The Experience
Each room in this cottage in Scotland is decorated in a unique, special way, from the warm yellows of the living room to the cool beauty of the dining hall. You're welcome to explore the local villages, but we're sure you'll want to spend plenty of time at this UK cottage. Why? Because it's surrounded by spectacular views, woodlands, fields, and pastures. This is the perfect cottage holiday in Scotland for anyone who appreciates natural landscape.
- Exterior Description
These properties form part of the 2,500 acre Crofts estate and are mid-way between the villages of Crocketford, Corsock and Kirkpatrick Durham. The county town of Dumfries is 10 miles away.
Standing 600 feet above sea level in a cleft of the Galloway hills, the properties enjoy spectacular views towards the Solway Firth and Cumbrian hills beyond. The tree-clad hill behind rises to a magnificent rocky outcrop known as the King's Chair. Guests are welcome to roam freely through the Estate's woodland walks, fields and upland pastures. Features include the Martyrs Memorial, 3 lochs (lakes) and a prehistoric fort. Fly fishing is available exclusively for guests on Areeming Loch.
Norbert House, Norbert Cottage, Gardener's Cottage, and Stables Cottage are the four properties we offer in this superb location.
- Interior Description
Ground Floor: There is a hall, a dining hall with a vaulted ceiling and seating for 10 guests, drawing room with an open fireplace, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, and a utility room. There is one double bedroom with en suite bathroom, and two twin-bedrooms which share a bathroom. There’s also a quiet area in the gallery above the hall.
- Features Description
Please note:
- This cottage has oil central heating.
- Norbert Cottage, 50 yards away, can be booked with the House. A 10% discount is available when booking both properties.
- The combination washer/dryer does not have a full dry cycle.
Features and Amenities
- Free Parking on Premises
- Independent Villa
- Balcony/Terrace
- Barbecue
- Outside Area - Private
- Outside Dining
- CD player
- DVD player
- TV - Local Channels Only
- Clothes Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Washing Machine
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- Fireplace - Indoor
- Heating - Whole House
- High Chair
- Portable Baby Crib/Play Pen - Upon Request
- Housekeeping Available - Extra Cost
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Property Seasons & Rates (USD)
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Mar-15-2013 - Mar-28-2013
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Mar-28-2013 - Apr-05-2013
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Apr-05-2013 - May-03-2013
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May-03-2013 - May-06-2013
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May-06-2013 - May-24-2013
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May-24-2013 - May-29-2013
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May-29-2013 - Jul-05-2013
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| $1,738 |
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Jul-05-2013 - Sep-07-2013
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| $2,244 |
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Sep-07-2013 - Oct-25-2013
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Oct-25-2013 - Nov-02-2013
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| $1,953 |
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Nov-02-2013 - Dec-21-2013
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| $1,369 |
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Dec-21-2013 - Jan-02-2014
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For exact pricing and conditions, click the View Availability button and then click View Pricing and Conditions.
Arrival Times
Please note: Official Arrival Times:
- Sun
4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
- Mon
4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
- Tue
4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
- Wed
4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
- Thu
4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
- Fri
4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
- Sat
4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
Conditions *
Security Deposit
- No security deposit or cleaning fee is required. However, the client will be liable for any extra charges incurred during the stay, or accidental damages to the property.
Additional Expenses
- Telephones (Payphone): If available, paid according to usage for local calls only
Other Notes
- Up to 2 well behaved dogs are welcome in most cottages but must be under proper control at all times. No pets other than dogs are permitted.
- One baby bed and one high chair is available on request for which there is no extra charge
- Housekeeping: Usually available upon request
- Arrival Fee (Outside Posted Times): Payable upon arrival
- Departure Time: 10 am
- Cook Services (If Available): must be arranged at least 2 months prior to arrival
- UPON ARRIVAL, RENTERS MUST PROVIDE A PHOTOCOPY OF EACH TRAVELER’S PASSPORT AND SIGN A CONTRACT FOR THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES.
- Tourist Tax (Payable upon Arrival): 1-5 Pounds (GBP) per person per day.
* These prices and conditions may change based on your arrival date and length of stay. For exact conditions, please click on the View Availability button, enter your dates, and then click on View Pricing and Conditions.
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Based on 4 Reviews
Customer Reviews
Overall:
We had a wonderful experience. The property was clean and tidy and there was a very welcoming basket of essentials waiting for us. The house was exactly as we expected given the pictures on RentVillas.com and the information available there.
Enjoyed Most:
The location was wonderful. Situated in the middle of pasture land on a hill. Very quiet and peaceful.
Enjoyed Least:
There really is no true clothes dryer. The washing machine says that it drys, but it really doesn't. It steams the clothing. We would have liked to have Internet access.
Surrounding Area:
Meandering the property and also walking around on the small side roads. This property was also very close to several towns for shopping and many castles and ruins.
Nearby Events or Locales:
The nearest town was not really walkable (Crocketford), and it had only a small convenience store. We shopped in Castle Howard and that was only a 15-minute drive. Very nice town with a great small shopping district.
Tips or Restaurants:
The Blackwater Cafe in Castle Howard was very good and they had free WiFi!
Directions:
We just followed the written directions. They were very good.
Jeffery , September, 2011
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Overall:
We had a wonderful time. The house is very convenient to Dumfries, where we visited family members. Norbert House is rural, so it is quiet and private.
Enjoyed Most:
The peaceful, quiet location.
Enjoyed Least:
The stove was not reliable.
Surrounding Area:
Dumfries and Galloway region is beautiful. We visited Drumlanrig Castle, took a day trip to the English Lake District and also to the Falkirk Wheel.
Nearby Events or Locales:
Crocketford is the nearest small town, about 4 miles from Norbert House.
Tips or Restaurants:
The Galloway Arms Hotel in Crocketford does a great pub lunch and also has a very good dinner menu at reasonable prices.
B Andrew, July, 2008
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Overall:
This would be a wonderful rental at Christmas time--wood fireplaces and pastoral beauty.
Enjoyed Most:
The magnificent view over the Galloway countryside was beautiful.
Enjoyed Least:
The bathrooms need a little updating, particulary a good shower in the master bedroom.
Surrounding Area:
The peace and tranquility of the property was wonderful.
Nearby Events or Locales:
Crocketford was the nearest town--about 2.5 miles. Dumfries or Castle Douglas were the nearest big towns, but neither was in walking distance.
Check In Out:
The caretaker is very flexible relative to arrival time.
B Andrew, July, 2006
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