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Knowehead Cottage, DG7 3TD

  • 8 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Bathrooms

Knowehead, is situated on the banks of Loch Kendoon with views of the countryside , offers spacious accommodation for up to 8 people. The accommodation includes a wonderful dining area with picture windows giving breathtaking views of the loch and hills beyond, Star gazing to enjoy the best that the Dark Sky Park offers.

We offer Peace and tranquillity together with wildlife right on the doorstep; if you are looking for stars, red squirrels, stags and ospreys look no further

Knowehead Cottage is a modernised traditional Galloway cottage with accommodation over two floors.

The house was recently extended to provide accommodation on the ground floor consisting of:

Front entrance hall

Dinning room with window wall views of the loch and sun lounge area

Kitchen/Breakfast room

Sitting room with open fire, bench seats, with stunning views overlooking the loch

Bunk bedroom (sleeps 4/6 ) – with 2 full size bunks and 4 x 5’6’’ bunks

Family bathroom with an over bath shower

Drying room and rear hall.washing machine and tumble dryer

The first floor comprises:

Master Bedroom with king size bed and en suite dual shower

Double bedroom – both rooms have views of the Loch Kendoon.

It should be noted that the first floor bedrooms have dormer windows and coombe ceilings resulting in restricted headroom in parts, in addition, the stair is narrow and steep with a half step cut into the landing area which may cause difficulty for those with restricted mobility.

You have access to the whole property except one small cupboard that we keep our personal belonging in for when we come and stay.

Text me or Call me there number is in the Guest Folder

The property has external CCTV and a burglar alarm. Electric heating, we are on a private water supply but it is tested annually and is drinkable sometimes it is a little cloudy but absolutely fine to drink.

We are based in Suffolk but we have a cleaner and caretaker living locally to help if you have any problems. There numbers are in the information folder at the Cottage

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Highlights

Parking

Pets welcome

Broadband Internet

Pictures

Amenities

Parking & facilities

Parking, Parking option included, Private garden

Policies

Children welcome, Pets allowed only after arrangement, Smoking not allowed, Not suitable for seniors or individuals with limited mobility

Location features

Lake, Rural, Waterfront

Bathroom & laundry

Bed linen, Blow dryer, Clothes dryer, Iron and board, Shower, Towel set, Bathtub, Washbasin, Washing machine

Heating & cooling

Electric heating, Fireplace, General heating

Entertainment

DVD player, TV antenna

Internet & office

Broadband Internet broadband, Broadband Internet wireless

Kitchen & dining

Baby high chair, Cooking utensils, Dishwasher, Grill, Kitchen stove, Kitchenette, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Toaster, Vacuum cleaner

Home Safety

Carbon monoxide detector, First aid kit, Security system, Smoke detector

House Rules

  • Children welcome

  • Pets allowed only after arrangement

  • Smoking not allowed

  • Not suitable for seniors or individuals with limited mobility

Check-in: 04:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Directions

Full Address:

Knowehead Cottage, B729, St Johns town of Dalry, Castle Douglas DG7 3TD

Parking Entrance – What3Words: ///plodding.gained.crown

Directions to Knowehead Cottage

From Ayr

  1. Leave Ayr on the A713, signposted for Patna / Dalmellington.
  2. Stay on the A713 for approximately 26 miles, passing through:
    • Patna
    • Dalmellington
  3. Continue south on the A713 towards Carsphairn.
  4. As you leave Carsphairn village, turn Left onto the B729 (signposted Carsphairn / local road).
  5. Follow the B729 for approximately 3.2 miles.
  6. Look for the White Cottage on the Lochside (Knowehead) on your right-hand side.
  7. Park in front of the Property, leaving the gateway clear.

From Castle Douglas

  1. Leave Castle Douglas heading north on the A713, signposted for Ayr / Dalry.
  2. Continue on the A713 for approximately 15 miles, passing through Dalry.
  3. After Dalry, remain on the A713 towards Carsphairn / Dalmellington.
  4. Just before Carsphairn village, turn left onto the B729.
  5. Follow the B729 for approximately 3.2 miles.
  6. Look for the White Cottage on the Lochside (Knowehead) on your right-hand side.
  7. Park in front of the Property, leaving the gateway clear.

The Sat Nav normally takes you direct, there is no need to go off road or down any forestry roads.

55 Mi

Airport

45 Mi

Motorway

30 Mi

Train

55 Mi

Port

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About host

Tom Royall

Together with my wife Emma, I manage a small collection of independently owned holiday homes in Suffolk and rural Scotland.

We take a hands-on approach to every property, ensuring each one is well presented, carefully maintained and accurately described. Guests book directly with us, so communication is clear and straightforward from the outset.

Our focus is simple: consistent standards, fair pricing and a smooth experience from booking through to departure. We believe hospitality should feel personal, but it should also be organised, dependable and professionally run.

Owners trust us to look after their properties properly, and guests know exactly what to expect.

Contact us

07946363144

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Knowehead Cottage, DG7 3TD
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
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