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Cruggleton Lodge

Cruggleton Lodge, Home Farm, Garlieston, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland

They say good things come to those who wait – this certainly applies to Cruggleton Lodge. Negotiating a charming tangle of farm tracks to get here takes time, but when you reach this Hansel and Gretel cottage in the far southwest of Scotland – a former estate lodge – you're rewarded with spectacular clifftop views that reach across the shimmering Irish Sea to one side and to ancient trees, open fields and the ruins of a 13th-century castle to the other. But the real surprise comes when you step inside. Painstakingly rebuilt by Ella and husband Finn from a crumbling shell, this heralds a change of tack from your usual country retreat. Contemporary in style, think: oak floors with thick rugs, white walls made striking with prints and stag's horns, a wood-burner in cream and shutters for every view-filled window. A tree-branch stair rail carries you upward, where a travertine-tiled bathroom, a white sleigh bed dressed with white cotton and a smaller twin with views to the castle await. Cocoon yourself – make use of the iPod dock, DAB radio, or bookshelves – buy organic beef or lamb from the estate and cook in, the kitchen is well-equipped. Or, walk from the door, cycle, sail or fish. This is a super-chic bolthole in the sticks and it's fabulous.

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Cruggleton Lodge

Contact: Ella McCreath

  • Tel: 01988 600694
  • Fax: 01988 600695
  • Sleeps: 4 (6 with sofabed).
  • Rooms: 1 double, 1 twin, bath/shower room, sofabed.
  • Price: £580 – £895. Short breaks available Nov-March.
  • Closed: Never.
You can borrow or hire bikes here. Working farm. No smoking anywhere in the house. Wireless internet access available for guests.

Checklist

  • Dishwasher
  • Electricity included
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave oven
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Television
  • BBQ
  • Beach within 3 miles
  • Cooked meals available
  • Restaurant nearby
  • Short breaks possible
  • Extra bed/cot available
  • Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

  • Wigtown Scotlands national booktown with its annual festival is 10 minutes drive away.
  • Ravenstone Deli in Whithorn is 5 minutes drive.
  • Whithorn has an archaeological dig and is said to be the cradle of Christianity.
  • The Galloway hills, wonderful for deserted hill walking are 20 minutes drive.
  • Mountain biking routes at the 7 Stanes at Kiroughtree 25 minutes drive.
  • Natural beauty, peace and unrivalled Scottish views at Cruggleton Lodge.

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

Cruggleton Lodge Cruggleton Lodge with sea view

Cruggleton Lodge with sea view

Cruggleton Lodge Sitting room

Sitting room

Cruggleton Lodge Double bedroom with sea view

Double bedroom with sea view

Cruggleton Lodge Kitchen with a new Aga

Kitchen with a new Aga

Photo captions have been written by the owner or management of Cruggleton Lodge and are not verified or endorsed by ASP.

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Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
Working farm or vineyard.
Wireless internet access available for guests.
No smoking anywhere in the property.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.

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