2 bedroom accommodation in Glasserton, near Whithorn

There is so much to see and do from The Smiddy, including walking, cycling, golf and bird watching at nearby Wigtown Bay Local Nature Reserve.. Small step to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 43" Smart TV, Woodburner

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher

Utility Room: Washing Machine

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included; remainder available locally. Welcome pack.. Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. This cosy, detached holiday property, originally the Old Smiddy, is located in Glasserton, close to the lovely former Royal Burgh of Whithorn. This lovely holiday home can accommodate up to four guests and is pet friendly, with a dog run and outdoor hose available in the fenced and gated, secure garden. The town is famed for having the first recorded Christian church in Scotland built by St. Ninian in about 397. The ruins of Whithorn Priory and the museum are well worth a visit. The harbour village of the Isle of Whithorn is nearby, as well as Wigtown, known as ’Scotland’s Book Town’. Why not take a stroll along nearby Monreith Beach.

Wigtown Bay Local Nature Reserve is the largest local reserve in the UK. It has internationally recognised, significant numbers of pink-footed geese, greylag geese, many species of duck and wading birds visiting in autumn and winter. Visit the Interpretation Centre where you can view by video camera the Galloway ospreys during their nesting season (April to August), or the local wetlands for the rest of the year.

Take a look at the distillery at Bladnoch, established in 1814, which offers a large shop and guided tours, or meander around Wigtown appreciating the high quality gift shops, small gallery, numerous book shops and many cafés. The southern Scotland regions boasts an exceptional number of activities, from spending a quiet afternoon with a rod and reel beside one of the area’s many excellent rivers, or pushing yourself to the limit along a challenging 7 Stanes cycle track. Horse riding, golf, sailing, diving and numerous walks are available in the area, and with its famously mild climate and the balmy influence of the Gulf Stream, Galloway is home to some beautiful and exotic gardens. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Free WiFi



Rural location; local shops/ fuel stations in Whithorn / Port William with limited opening times, main supermarkets in Newton Stewart / Stranraer, you may want to bring supplies with you.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

As a guest of this cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Newton Stewart cottage is smoke free.