Escape with your loved ones at this pretty stone cottage beside the beach at Carrick Shore – just 5.5 miles from Gatehouse of Fleet. Sleeping five people across three bedrooms, it’s perfect for small families or groups who are searching for a stylish seaside hideaway to call home while they explore Dumfries and Galloway together. Wake up kick off your day with a stroll on the sandy beach, which sits at the end of your driveway. Or set off for a peaceful hike to Anwoth Church (1.5 miles) - a 17th-century ruin that’s surrounded by quiet fields. Alternatively, head into Gatehouse of Fleet (5 miles) to browse the shops, visit its historic mill and check out its charming art galleries. If you have the kids with you, treat them to some time at the play areas in the Cocoa Bean Chocolate Factory (8 miles).
Step inside your reverse-level cottage and head upstairs. You’ll find a bright and cheerful living room, which is bathed in natural light from the stylish glass gable. Soak up the stunning sea views before you head to the sleek kitchen to rustle up some dinner. Eat at the dining table, which also offers lovely sea views. Afterwards, relax by the multi-fuel stove in the living room. Downstairs you’ll find a super-king-size room with an en-suite with a shower over the bath. It offers direct access to the secluded front patio. There’s also a cheerful twin with an en-suite shower room. Upstairs there’s a single with a Velux window for stargazing. A family bathroom with a bath and a handheld shower attachment completes the layout.
Take a seat on the large glass balcony to enjoy the sea views. In the evening, host a BBQ feast by the fenced pond in the patio garden. There’s ample space for parking.