Two-bedroom holiday home with garden near Caerlaverock Castle
Comfortable Accommodation: Shelduck Cottage in Southwick offers a cosy holiday home with two bedrooms and a living room. The property includes a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and a fireplace.
Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the private garden or enjoy the outdoor furniture. The cottage features a refrigerator, microwave, and TV, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Convenient Amenities: Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Free on-site private parking provides easy access for all visitors.
Local Attractions: Located 112 km from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Shelduck Cottage is near Caerlaverock Castle (39 km) and Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club (26 km). The surrounding area offers various activities and scenic views.
“Location is fantastic, quiet and peaceful with a lovely RSPB nature reserve to explore as well as the surrounding area. Cottage is well provisioned and comfortable. Saw deer within a few hundred metres of the cottage everyday, as well as lots of...”
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Yvonne
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“The cottage was very pleasant and had all the facilities that we needed. The RSPB Reserve staff were very friendly, helpful and informative. It was a very restful place to stay with great access to the local beach and countryside. The bathroom has...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Managed by Discover Scotland Holiday Cottages
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Company information
Holiday Cottage letting Agency operating since 1983 with cottages across all of Scotland
Property information
Discover the breath-taking scenery, wildlife, culture and history of Dumfries & Galloway whilst staying in a cosy cottage located in the heart of RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve.
Neighbourhood information
Dumfries & Galloway is full of history waiting to be discovered. A wide moat, twin-towered gatehouse and lofty battlements make Caerlaverock Castle a medieval stronghold. Learn all about its turbulent history as a castle caught up in border conflicts. Unravel the tale of devotion behind Sweetheart Abbey’s evocative name. Follow in the footsteps of Robbie Burns as you trace the banks of the River Nith from the heart of Dumfries. On a wet day, there is plenty of opportunity to explore indoors. Discover the remarkable story of HM Factory Gretna and the Solway Military Coast at The Devil’s Porridge Museum. Visit the home of runaway weddings at Gretna Green, now a 5-star visitor destination or explore the Aviation Museum.
For those looking for a fast-paced action holiday, RSPB Mersehead is located just a short drive from two Forestry Commission 7-stanes mountain bike trails at Mabie Forest and Dalbeattie Forest. A little further afield are the trails in the Galloway Forest Park and the Ae Forest. The Galloway Activity Centre is situated on the banks of the stunning Loch Ken. A challenging links course, Southerness Golf Course is a Scottish Golf Championship Venue whilst Colvend Golf Course offers a parkland experience with panoramic views from the high cliffs.
RSPB Mersehead is the perfect base from which to discover Scotland’s forgotten corner.
Language spoken
English
Property surroundings
House rules
Shelduck Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 09:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £150 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about US$201. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 22
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
A damage deposit of £150 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
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