Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms
Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 is a two storey Galloway Stone Cottage formed from a former farm steading in a courtyard setting, situated just a short stroll from the enchanting Wigtown Bay, with access to the nearby secluded, sandy beach.
The cottage offers spacious accommodation for 5 in three bedrooms, with the open plan living area with doors leading to external decking with barbecue and outdoor hot tub making it perfect for family breaks and special occasions at any time of the year. Guests are welcome to use the facilities of the owner's family run Holiday Park opposite, which include live entertainment in the Starlight Suite, a Sports Bar, Children's Arcade, Fitness Suite with Gym and Swimming Pool, or dine at the Tide & Table Restaurant or Tides Takeaway.
With a beautiful unspoilt sandy beach within a short walk, idyllic summer days can be spent building sandcastles, playing beach games, rock pooling, kayaking and paddle boarding.
The nearby picturesque small rural town of Gatehouse of Fleet provides numerous opportunities for eating out, a delightful and testing nine-hole golf course, tennis courts, river and loch fishing. Historical attractions are Cardoness Castle, a late 15th-century fortified tower house that was the ancient seat of the McCullochs, and the ruins of Anwoth Church with its atmospheric graveyard, complete with Covenanter graves.
Within a short drive are the wonderful sandy beaches at Sandgreen and Mossyard, perfect for bathing, windsurfing and sailing and the whole area is ideal for walking and cycling. Forest tracks near the cottage are ideal for mountain biking and the Kirroughtree Stage of the 7Stanes Mountain Bike Network is within a short drive. The area is a haven for wildlife, with regular sightings of deer and red kites. As the area is situated on the edge of the Galloway Forest Park, nominated Britain's first Dark Sky Park, a clear night will present amazing opportunities for star gazing.
For the younger generation, Ernespie Farm in Castle Douglas offers both indoor and outdoor play areas along with a café with delicious offerings for all ages. The Cocoa Bean Chocolate Factory at Twynholm which has both indoor & outdoor play areas and offers Chocolate Making workshops; The Wee Pottery and the Dark Sky Planetarium in Kirkcudbright, along with numerous connections to Rabbie Burns, the national bard which can be found around the area are ideal for the days with inclement weather.
POSTCODE: DG7 2EX Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 works with Friday and Monday arrival days, with short break welcome throughout the year Damage Deposit:£150 STL: DG00329F EPC: C
Accommodation for 5 over two floors: Ground floor: Open plan Kitchen/Living /Dining area; Shower Room. First Floor: 2 Double bedrooms; Single bedroom; Family Shower Room. Outside: Private Hot tub; Decking with Garden Furniture; Ample off-road parking.
Services: * Gas, Electricity and Central Heating included * Bed Linen and Towels provided * Electric oven & hob * Microwave * Fridge * Freezer * Dishwasher * Smart TV * WiFi * High Chair * Travel Cot * Hot Tub * Decking area with Garden Furniture * Ample Parking * Sorry no pets and no smoking
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About the area
Castle Douglas
Castle Douglas is home to this cottage. Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn and Cardoness Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at 7stanes - Kirroughtree and Newton Stewart Golf Club. Laggan Outdoor and Cally Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
Is Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms?
As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms on 10 July 2026 start from NZ$397, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Auchenlarie Courtyard No 1 - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms located?
Situated in Castle Douglas, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Laggan Outdoor and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mossyard Beach and Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn. Cardoness Castle and Mill on the Fleet are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Lodge 1 clean tidy spacious well equipped although near a main road it’s quiet hot tub with beautiful views if you like your wine would recommend taking a corkscrew as one wasn’t provided. Luckily we took a couple of extra bottles with screw caps.
Anthony S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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