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Shell Cottage

Whithorn, near Isle of Whithorn, Southern Scotland
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Hot Tub
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Beach within easy reach
Cot available
Fire pit
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At a glance

  • Coastal cottage with uninterrupted sea views and direct access to a rocky beach
  • Unwind in your own private wood-fired hot tub while soaking up sunsets over Portyerrock Bay
  • Spacious single-level living, combining traditional charm with bright, sociable interiors
Property code: OC-D649094

This charming, single-level former farm worker’s cottage comfortably accommodates up to six guests across three bedrooms: a master bedroom with a super king-size bed and patio doors opening directly onto the garden with bay views, and two additional bedrooms each furnished with twin single beds.

The inviting living room is equipped with a Smart TV and Smart Speaker, providing a cosy space for relaxation. Adjacent to the living room, the conservatory features panoramic windows and patio doors leading to the garden, offering breathtaking sea views and a dining area to enjoy meals against the backdrop of stunning sunsets.

The well-equipped kitchen includes a breakfast area, electric cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine, ensuring all the comforts of home. The bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower over, heated towel rail, and toilet.

One of the highlights of Shell Cottage is the private wood-fired hot tub, accommodating up to six guests. It's an ideal spot to unwind while gazing at the sea and stars. The surrounding garden provides ample space for children to play or for guests to relax amidst the soothing sounds of nature.

Shell Cottage's prime location on the edge of Portyerrock Bay ensures guests are captivated by the ever-changing seascape, regardless of the season. The nearby Isle of Whithorn is a charming coastal village steeped in history, closely associated with St. Ninian, who introduced Christianity to Scotland in 397 AD.

Visitors can explore the Whithorn Trust Visitor Centre, which offers insights into the region's rich archaeological heritage, including exhibitions like "Whithorn Cold Case" and "Face to Face with Whithorn’s Bishops," featuring facial reconstructions and the magnificent Whithorn Crozier. The centre also provides guided tours to a reconstructed Iron Age roundhouse and houses a museum of early mediaeval carved stones.

For nature enthusiasts, the surrounding area offers scenic coastal walks, opportunities for bird watching, and the chance to visit St. Ninian's Cave, a site of historical pilgrimage. The Machars peninsula, where Whithorn is located, is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil landscapes, providing a perfect backdrop for outdoor activities and exploration.

Whether seeking adventure or tranquillity, Shell Cottage serves as an ideal base to experience the unique blend of comfort and natural beauty that the Portyerrock and Whithorn areas have to offer.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 2 twins
  • 1 bathroom with bath, shower over and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine
  • Smart TV and speaker
  • Cot and high chair available on request
  • Private garden with a patio area, wood-fired hot tub and fire pit
  • Please note the wood fried hot tub is unavailable from October to March due to winter
  • On-site parking
  • Shop and pub within 1.5 miles
  • STL Licence: DG-00634-F
  • EPC - E
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Phillip Gladwin

This property is personally managed by Phillip.

Guest comments

Reviewed by Feefo Review 22nd August 2026

We had a amazing holiday cottage was lovely and view was amazing

Reviewed by Feefo Review 7th July 2026

Great place for a relaxing, peaceful holiday. The cottage was perfect and our host Gillian was so helpful and provided local information.

Reviewed by Feefo Review 26th June 2026

It was a lovely comfortable cottage, with amazing sea views, from the conservatory, kitchen and the main bedroom. It was fantastic. The cottage was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. I just need to say, that a grab rail over the bath, would be beneficial to disabled people, like myself. As I could not get over the bath and my husband needed Read moreto help me. Must be hard for a family of 6, another shower would be much better. Having said that, it didnt spoil our time there, as we loved every minute. We had fantastic communication from Gillian the owner, who lives just up the road at the farm. It was the best, we have ever had, when booking cottages. We hope to return. Hide

Reviewed by Feefo Review 18th June 2026

Very peaceful comfortable cottage, delightfully furnished and with wonderful views. Tasty treats waiting for us on arrival and lovely countryside and coast to discover.

Reviewed by Feefo Review 15th June 2026

Shell Cottage is a lovely cottage overlooking the sea, which is great. The main bedroom has a gorgeous king size bed and great views of the sea. The other two bedrooms aren't quite as stunning but obviously give greater flexibility being twin rooms. It would be great if there was a 2nd toilet especially if there are 6 people staying. Also, we dRead moreidn't do much cooking but struggled to toast a piece of bread in the cooker (for cheese on toast) so think it needs a bit of attention. We wandered in the bay overlooked by the cottage but were told by a local resident we were trespassing which put a bit of a dampener on that day. If you want to eat out you need to check when places are open and offering food. But we did enjoy our stay. The cottage was lovely and warm and well equipped. The conservatory was beautiful with fantastic views across the bay. The area itself is mainly farmland so we took a car trip each day to go to see the attractions in that part of Scotland. Overall, lovely, peaceful cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Feefo Review 16th February 2026

The cottage stay was fantastic and exactly what we were looking for - great stuff! However, discover Scotland required a 20 non refundable deposit over and above the full amount of the stay. This was to cover any damage whilst we stayed. If I paid an additional 150 then this was fully refundable. So basically, it's a penalty for those who can affRead moreord to just have their money sit in someone else's account. I wouldn't recommend booking with discover Scotland purely on this point. Hide

Reviewed by Feefo Review 29th September 2025

What a great location for this superb cottage. Great Views, you are able to relax in the garden or in the sun room with wonderful views throughout the day. Plenty of space inside and cottage was very clean throughout. Good location for getting around Dumfries & Galloway area.

Reviewed by Feefo Review 19th September 2025

excellent cottage and very peaceful.

Reviewed by Feefo Review 26th July 2025

Beautiful location. Quiet and peaceful with great views and lovely outdoor space. Perfect base for exploring the area.

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