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Cottages within 30 miles of Orchardton

In a tranquil setting amid 2½ acres of grounds this spacious and very comfortable detached house with its romantic vaulted Gothic master bedroom offers a haven of peace and seclusion as well as lovely countryside views. Situated under 2 miles away at the head of a peninsula between Wigtown Bay and Luce Bay and bordering the Galloway Forest Park the town of Newton Stewart boasts good shops and pubs a leisure centre and swimming pool. Nearby Wigtown famed for its extraordinary number of bookshops is also the setting for the largest local nature reserve in Britain – the Town Hall even houses an 'Osprey' viewing room. The peninsula with its central higher ground known as the Machars lying between the opposing coastlines offers a host of delights. Garliest provides lovely coastal walks and a visit to the Isle of Whithorn is a must for its harbour and pilgrimage site for St Ninian as is the visitor centre at Whithorn Priory a little inland. Burrow Head lies on a coastal footpath affording a pleasant walk to St Ninian's Cave. The distillery at Bladnoch gives guided tours. There are 10 golf courses within 25 miles and horse riding and fishing are enjoyed locally. Stranraer with ferries to Ireland is about 25 miles.

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In a picturesque village set amidst the outstanding beauty of the landscape near the Galloway Forest Park this charming comfortable cottage makes the perfect holiday base. Walking along forest trails and the Southern Upland Way Water of Trool (pictured) cycle tracks bird watching and nature reserves lie virtually on the doorstep whilst the town of Newton Stewart (10 miles) offers golf 4 x 4 driving pony trekking cycle hire and fishing. The village boasts an excellent pub that serves good food and welcomes children and there is a small shop on the caravan park nearby (March–September).

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In the lovely unspoilt landscape of coastal Galloway this spacious detached house is ideally located for enjoying the Whithorn peninsula's sandy beaches secluded bays and small harbours where visitors can arrange a day's sea fishing. Boasting open countryside views (pictured) and its own enclosed garden Acorn Croft sits within a small private caravan park just 4 miles from the Isle of Whithorn's picturesque harbour and excellent seafood restaurant. The landscape of the Whithorn is steeped in history with nearby archaeological dig and visitors' centre. Golf cycle hire and horse riding are available in Newton Stewart and Wigtown with its 18 bookshops is 10 miles. Shops and pubs serving food 2 miles.

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Set in the little hamlet of Elrig just 1½ miles from the coast at Luce Bay this traditional Scottish croft conversion was once the village blacksmith's. Offering comfortable accommodation and a natural garden backing onto fields it also boasts a lovingly created seashell garden near the patio. A 3 mile drive leads to the small harbour village of Port William where visitors will find shops a post office garage and hotel/restaurant. Pretty coastal ports the Isle of Whithorn and Garlieston and Galloway Forests are all well within reach whilst en route to Wigtown (famous for its bookshops) lies Bladnoch where visitors can enjoy riverside walks and tours of the distillery. Newton Stewart's supermarkets are 17 miles and Stranraer with ferries to Ireland is 22 miles. Fishing riding and golf are available nearby.

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Wonderfully located on the quayside just yards from the yacht moorings and enjoying glorious views over the harbour and sea these attractive apartments form part of the renovation of the original fishermen's warehouses. This is the perfect spot for a relaxing break – the local pub serves delicious locally caught seafood and the whole area is renowned for its outdoor activities. Sea fishing trips are available from the harbour the sailing club welcomes visitors and cycle routes on quiet roads explore the spectacular coastline. Walking riding golf and spotting wildlfe are all popular pastimes here and the Isle the most southerly tip of South West Scotland is steeped in history – St Ninian's Cave is still a place of pilgrimage. Book lovers will head to Wigtown (14 miles). Officially designated as 'Scotland's National Booktown' it boasts over 20 book related business as well as a renowned literary festival. And whisky enthusiasts are sure to enjoy a tour (and a tipple) at the nearby Bladnoch distillery.

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Wonderfully located on the quayside just yards from the yacht moorings and enjoying glorious views over the harbour and sea these attractive apartments form part of the renovation of the original fishermen's warehouses. This is the perfect spot for a relaxing break – the local pub serves delicious locally caught seafood and the whole area is renowned for its outdoor activities. Sea fishing trips are available from the harbour the sailing club welcomes visitors and cycle routes on quiet roads explore the spectacular coastline. Walking riding golf and spotting wildlfe are all popular pastimes here and the Isle the most southerly tip of South West Scotland is steeped in history – St Ninian's Cave is still a place of pilgrimage. Book lovers will head to Wigtown (14 miles). Officially designated as 'Scotland's National Booktown' it boasts over 20 book related business as well as a renowned literary festival. And whisky enthusiasts are sure to enjoy a tour (and a tipple) at the nearby Bladnoch distillery.

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Set in the rural heartland of Dumfries and Galloway on a stunningly beautiful 650 acre estate these delightful cottages have been tastefully converted from various farm buildings to provide comfortable accommodation in a wonderful location. As well as enjoying splendid views of hills and countryside visitors to the cottages enjoy access to a grass tennis court croquet and fishing on the River Tarff. Farm tours walks wildlfe and coffee shop facilities are all available at the new Barstobrick Activity Centre on the estate. The local area has plenty to offer including horse riding and many good fishing spots nearby and several golf courses locally. Within 5 miles are the lovely safe sandy beaches of the Solway coast and at Loch Ken (10 miles) there is a superb watersports centre offering sailing windsurfing canoeing and water skiing. Nearest shop and pub is 3 miles away.

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Set in the rural heartland of Dumfries and Galloway on a stunningly beautiful 650 acre estate these delightful cottages have been tastefully converted from various farm buildings to provide comfortable accommodation in a wonderful location. As well as enjoying splendid views of hills and countryside visitors to the cottages enjoy access to a grass tennis court croquet and fishing on the River Tarff. Farm tours walks wildlfe and coffee shop facilities are all available at the new Barstobrick Activity Centre on the estate. The local area has plenty to offer including horse riding and many good fishing spots nearby and several golf courses locally. Within 5 miles are the lovely safe sandy beaches of the Solway coast and at Loch Ken (10 miles) there is a superb watersports centre offering sailing windsurfing canoeing and water skiing. Nearest shop and pub is 3 miles away.

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Set in the rural heartland of Dumfries and Galloway on a stunningly beautiful 650 acre estate these delightful cottages have been tastefully converted from various farm buildings to provide comfortable accommodation in a wonderful location. As well as enjoying splendid views of hills and countryside visitors to the cottages enjoy access to a grass tennis court croquet and fishing on the River Tarff. Farm tours walks wildlfe and coffee shop facilities are all available at the new Barstobrick Activity Centre on the estate. The local area has plenty to offer including horse riding and many good fishing spots nearby and several golf courses locally. Within 5 miles are the lovely safe sandy beaches of the Solway coast and at Loch Ken (10 miles) there is a superb watersports centre offering sailing windsurfing canoeing and water skiing. Nearest shop and pub is 3 miles away.

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Nestling in peaceful seclusion near the river in the lovely Stinchar Valley at the heart of the Bardrochat Estate this very comfortable single storey cottage is sure to delight nature lovers and fishermen alike. There is pleasant walking on the estate the gamekeeper can arrange fishing (extra charge) whilst a nature reserve lies at the river mouth just south of Ballantrae (4 miles) and the Galloway Forest Park offers superb cycle trails. Ancient castles and churches dot a landscape steeped in history – Culzean is well worth a visit. Golf at Royal Troon or Turnberry is a short drive and a village shop and hotel/bar are 1½ miles.

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