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The House on the Shore is a truly enchanting Scottish house offering first rate holiday accommodation in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Constructed in 1936 and once the dower house of the Arbigland Estate, the property is still in the original family’s ownership. Enjoying stunning views over the Solway Firth to the Lake District, the large holiday house sits in a most private and tranquil setting over a mile away from any public road. The property is set amongst an oasis for wildlife encompassed in the Nith Estuary National Scenic Area and Solway SSSI and guests are ideally situated for spotting the local inhabitants.
This beautiful Scottish house has been beautifully furnished and decorated to create stylish and comfortable holiday accommodation and is sure to be the scene of a memorable luxurious break enjoyed with family or friends. With oil central heating and open fires dispersed throughout the house, you can be sure of a warm and atmospheric stay with winter evenings spent relaxing around the roaring fires. Should you wish, a cook may also be provided.
The area surrounding this lovely self catering holiday house has much to offer. There are historical connections with Robert Burns, the renowned poet as well as citing itself as the birthplace of John Paul Jones, the famous American naval hero and as the home of pedigree Luing cattle. Shooting and roe stalking can be organised by agreement and with beautiful gardens, charming ruins and first rate golf courses to explore guests really will be spoilt for choice. Alternatively, take in the varied landscape of Dumfries and Galloway – ranging from the rugged open space of the Southern Uplands, through to the ‘Scottish Riviera’ coastal belt.
For larger parties, nearby Shore Cottage may be separately let and can sleep up to 8 additional guests or staff.
Accommodation:
Ground Floor:
Reception hall, study with TV and open fire, drawing room with open fire, dining room with French doors to terrace and shore, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom. Billiard room with french doors open to garden.
First Floor:
Master double suite with four-poster bed and en-suite bathroom (bath with shower over), children’s twin bedroom, twin bedroom, 2 double bedrooms, twin (bunks) bedroom and whb, 2 bathrooms.
Attic floor:
Twin bedroom, bathroom, double bedroom with bathroom ensuite
Staff wing with resident housekeeper
Activities:
- NEW for 2008 - All weather tennis court by arrangement
- Private sandy beach & extensive gardens
- Snooker, table tennis and croquet
- Golf - Southerness championship links course 5 mins, many other courses
- Pheasant, partridge and snipe shooting by arrangement
- Roe stalking by arrangement
- Clay pigeon shooting and shooting lessons by arrangement, 10 mins away
- Salmon, trout, coarse and sea fishing nearby, also fly fishing tuition by arrangement
- Paradise for walking and cycling around the estate
- Historic castles, museums
- Kirkcudbright 'Artist's Town', Wigtown 'Book Town', Castle Douglas 'Food Town'.
- Restaurant and pubs within walking distance (30 mins)
- Gardens to visit
- Bird watching from the house and 2 reserves nearby
- Sailing at Kippford and Loch Ken, boats can be moored at nearby Carsethorn
- Children's farm parks, playgrounds, theme parks nearby
- Painting tuition available by arrangement
- Pony trekking and riding tours nearby
Included:
Linen & towels provided. Oil central heating and open fire. Electricity and fuel included in rent. Initial supply of logs.
TV, CD player, Aga, electric hob, dishwasher, fridge, microwave, freezer, washing machine, telephone, travel cot. Sun terrace with garden furniture, BBQ. Books & games. Walled kitchen garden and greenhouse. Ample parking. Kennels. Extra services (cooking, babysitting, butler, housekeeping etc) may be arranged, at extra charge, directly with the owner . NEW for 2008 - All weather tennis court by arrangement.
Good housekeeping deposit £500
Short breaks by arrangement
Local facilities:
Local shops/hotel in Kirkbean 3 miles
Hotels/village shops in Dumfries 12 miles
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