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Forest Edge
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Holiday Cottage in Dumfries and Galloway
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Forest Edge is a traditional 19th century granite cottage situated in a quiet location on the edge of the small town of Dalbeattie, with views over the surrounding hills. Just over the garden wall lie miles of walks through the lovely Dalbeattie Town Wood - linking in to a network of paths and cycleways leading down to the beautiful Colvend Coast. The cottage itself has been tastefully extended and refurbished to provide a comfortable home-away-from-home for up to 4 people.
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Accommodation
 The cottage has full double-glazing and gas central heating in all rooms, plus an open fire in the lounge, making it warm and cosy at any time of year. The property is tastefully furnished and decorated throughout, with many personal touches giving it a truly homely feeling.
Accomodation includes one double and one twin bedroom on the first floor (each with duvets), while on the ground floor there is a large, comfortably furnished lounge with open fire, tv, dvd and cd player; a well-equipped modern dining-kitchen, with electric cooker, washer, microwave and fridge and a good supply of cooking utensils etc.; and a bathroom with electric shower. All bedlinen and towels are provided. On request, we can also offer a highchair and travel cot for those with young children, at no extra cost - please supply your own child's bedding.
To the rear of the property, a good-sized garden, with patio seating area and pond, leads up to the woods at the rear, and offers views to the surrounding hills. If you are lucky, you may even see red squirrels and deer feeding in the garden. Please note the garden is partially terraced and may not be suitable for those with mobility problems, and small children should be supervised at all times.
Dog owners are welcome to bring a canine companion with them, at a small extra charge - we just ask you also bring their own bed, and do not allow them on sofas and soft furnishings. Unfortunately the garden is not fully enclosed, but there are ample dog-walking opportunities right on the doorstep.
There is unrestricted on-street car parking directly outside the cottage.
  
Key Features
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Central heating throughout
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Open fire in lounge
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Garden with seating area and excellent views
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High chair and travel cot provided
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Washing machine
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Dogs welcome (£10 pw charge)
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Good range of local shops, bank etc. - 1/4 mile
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Local pub - 1/4 mile
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Nearest supermarket - 6 miles (Castle Douglas)
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Nearest sandy beach - 5 miles (Sandyhills)
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Nearest train station - 13 miles (Dumfries)
**** We are pleased to say we have been awarded a 4-star rating by 'Welcome Cottages', using the VisitBritain grading system for self-catering accommodation ****
Golfing Breaks
When you book to stay with us at 'Forest Edge', we can arrange specially discounted rates for you to play at Dalbeattie Golf Course (just 1/2 mile from the cottage). We can offer one full day's golfing for just £10 (normally £18), or a 7 day pass for just £50. During the Summer months, access may be limited at weekends due to competitions - do check when booking to avoid disappointment.
The course is a delightful 9 hole parkland course, with great views across the Urr Valley to the Galloway and Lakeland hills beyond. Par for the course is 68 for gents or 70 for ladies. Motorised buggies are available to hire for £18 per day.
Please discuss your needs with us when booking to ensure the best possible discounts.
Around and About
Dalbeattie is less than half an hour’s drive from Dumfries, the regional capital, on the Galloway Tourist Route to Ayr. Stranraer, with the ferry to Ireland, is within easy reach by car or bus.
Dalbeattie town, reknowned for its granite which has been used for many famous buildings throughout the UK and beyond, offers a good range of shops, pubs and eateries, and is only ten minutes walk away from the cottage. Castle Douglas (D&G’s Food Town), Gatehouse of Fleet and Kirkudbright (Artist’s Town) are all within half an hour’s drive, while Newton Stewart, Wigtown (national Book Town) and Moffat are also within easy reach by car.
 Closer to home, the East Stewarty Coast (National Scenic Area) offers a variety of clifftop walks and lovely coastal villages, with Kippford and Rockliffe only ten minutes away - or about a 3 mile walk through the woods at the rear of the property, and Sandyhills, with its sandy beach, just a short drive further along the coast.
The area is ideal for walking, with miles of forest trails just over the garden walls and a number of spectacular coastal paths a short drive down the road, and even in mid-season you can often find your own secret beach. The nearby Galloway Forest Park and surrounding hills offer further opportunities to enjoy the glorious scenery and wildlife of the area, including the Galloway Red Kite Trail, and has recently been desiganted a 'Dark Sky Park', ideal for late night star-gazing. The more challenging terrain of the Galloway Hills (including the Southern Upland Way) is also within easy reach.
Just the other side of Dumfries is the reknowned widfowl sanctuary at Caerlaverock, winter home to thousands of migrating geese and waterfowl, with a number of smaller reserves closer to hand. History lovers will also enjoy exploring the numerous ancient sites around the local area, including Caerlaverock and Threave Castles and the poetically named Sweetheart Abbey. And of course we are ideally situated for those wishing to visit sites associated with Scotland’s nation poet, Robbie Burns, while American visitors will be sure to want to visit John Paul Jones' birthplace museum at Arbigland (just 20 minutes from the cottage).
If fishing is more your thing, the area offers ample opportunity, including nearby Loch Ken, which also boasts a small watersports centre. Just up the road at Barend is a riding stables, catering for all abilities. Mountain bikers will enjoy the ‘7 Stanes’ cycle routes right on the doorstep. There are a number of good golf courses within easy reach, and we are able to offer exclusive savings to any guests wishing to play at Dalbeattie Golf Club. For children, local farms offer home made ice cream and the chance to visit the animals, with Mabie Farm Park just a short drive up the road.
From our Guestbook
A few comments from our visitors over the past three years:
"Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting... Thank you for making us feel so welcome" GL Edinburgh
"A lovely, relaxing cottage, red squirrels and red kites - what more could you ask for?" J & K Merseyside
"Comfortable and well-equipped cottage - just what we needed for relaxing. Loved the garden!" KL Aberdeen
"Home from home in every way. The cottage was lovely and welcoming. the cottage and holiday is one we will all be recommending." M, C & J Manchester
"A truly wonderful holiday. The cottage is superbly equipped, clean and in a very good location." M & B Sussex
"A great base for many wonderful walks.... we lacked for nothing." JW Cheshire
Booking Arrangements
‘Forest Edge’ is available for rent throughout the year, including Christmas and New Year.
Current prices for 2012 range from £285 to £630 per week . Short stays (minimum 3 nights) may be possible at short notice, from £60 per night. By prior arrangement, you may bring well-controlled dogs with you, at an additional charge of £10 per week; we just ask that you bring its own bed and do not allow it on sofas etc.
We also ask for a refundable security deposit of £50 per stay
For details of availability, to make a provisional booking, or to request a brochure, please fill out our online Enquiry Form , or contact us on 01556 612322 or 07952 240292, or e-mail enquiries@idlehourholidays.co.uk
Please note, this year, 'Forest Edge' will not be available at all during December, or January & February 2012.
**Special Offers**
Couples staying alone during March receive a 15% discount on advertised prices.
See offers page
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