Located in the picturesque village of Rockcliffe, Firpoint is a tranquil coastal retreat. With its open-plan lounge/dining/kitchen and wood burning stove, this charming cottage offers spectacular views over Rough Island and Hestan Island to the Solway Firth. The large private garden has a barbecue area, two decked areas with wonderful sunsets and secure bike storage for up to 6 bikes.
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Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 695 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Firpoint - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms
A gem of a cottage in a coastal setting. With spectacular views over Rough Island and Hestan Island to the Solway Firth, this recently refurbished cottage is an oasis of tranquillity in the beautiful village of Rockcliffe. The local sandy beach is perfect for exploring rock pools and building castles.The nearby village of Kippford, situated on the estuary of the River Urr, has two hotels with bars and restaurants, and is a pleasant coastal walk, or short drive, from Rockcliffe. Local towns of Dalbeattie and Castle Douglas, also have restaurants and shops.
The Solway Coast has spectacular views of the sea, the Lake District and rolling hills, and is a paradise for walkers, cyclists and bird-watchers.
The Forestry Commission Woodlands, RSPB Mersehead and the Wildfowl and Wetlands Caerlaverock are nearby, as are several golf courses including Colvend and the Championship Links at Southerness. The 7Stanes mountain bike network is also nearby, in addition to quiet lanes and coastal routes for cyclists of all abilities.
The cottage has recently been completely refurbished and updated, with double glazing, central heating and a wood-burning stove providing cosy accommodation throughout the year. The cottage provides accommodation for 6 people over one floor, comprising of one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and a family bathroom including free-standing bath and luxury shower. A further small double bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with luxury shower. The light open-plan lounge/dining/kitchen has spectacular views of the sea. The utility room has an integrated fridge/freezer, a dishwasher and a washer/drier and this room leads out to a large decked area, also with spectacular views of the coast and wonderful sunsets. The large front garden is lawn with shrubs and trees. The rear of the property is landscaped to provide a barbecue area and second large, and sheltered, decked area. Firpoint combines superior accommodation with superb views and a large private garden in a quiet and picturesque village, perfect for both a relaxing break or an active holiday
POSTCODE: DG5 4QJ Firpoint is let weekly Friday to Friday. Short breaks are accepted for 3 nights Friday - Monday or 4 nights Monday - Friday excluding High & Peak periods Damage Deposit £150 STL Licence: DG01285F EPC: F
Accommodation for 6 on one floor: Open plan sitting room/Dining area with wood burning stove, spacious modern Kitchen; Bedroom with 4ft Double bed and en-suite shower room; Double Bedroom; Twin Bedroom; Bathroom with separate shower; utility room. Services: Oil central heating * Bed linen and towels provided * Electric hob and double oven * Microwave * Dishwasher * Washing machine * Fridge/Freezer * TV * Travel cot * Wood burning stove (with initial supply of logs during autumn & winter months) * Wifi * Large garden * Secure bike storage for up to 6 bikes * Parking for 2 cars * Sorry No Dogs permitted * No Smoking in the house
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a village
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number DG01285F
About the area
Dalbeattie is home to this cottage. John Paul Jones Museum and Shambellie House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include New Abbey Corn Mill and Sweetheart Abbey. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Dalbeattie travel guide
Is Firpoint - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Firpoint - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Firpoint - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Firpoint - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Firpoint - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?
Situated in Dalbeattie, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Rockcliffe Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Kippford Beach and Colvend Golf Club. Sandyhills Beach is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.
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