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No. 7 Sandhead, a newly refurbished holiday cottage offering coastal self catering accommodation, just 2 minutes walk from 7 miles of sandy beach. It is in a perfect location, ideal for couples or families wanting to explore this quiet unspoiled corner of Scotland or just chill out on the beach. There is an enclosed garden at the rear of property with garden furniture, ideal for dining alfresco. There is a driveway with off street parking for 2 cars.
Ground floor - Kitchen with dining table, lounge with electric feature fire, bathroom with shower over bath.
First floor - Double bedroom with view over bowling green, twin bedroom, WC.
No.7 has oil central heating and all heating, electricity, wifi, bedding and towels are included in price.
Sandhead has a pub/restaurant, shop and tearoom a...No. 7 Sandhead, a newly refurbished holiday cottage offering coastal self catering accommodation, just 2 minutes walk from 7 miles of sandy beach. It is in a perfect location, ideal for couples or families wanting to explore this quiet unspoiled corner of Scotland or just chill out on the beach. There is an enclosed garden at the rear of property with garden furniture, ideal for dining alfresco. There is a driveway with off street parking for 2 cars.
Ground floor - Kitchen with dining table, lounge with electric feature fire, bathroom with shower over bath.
First floor - Double bedroom with view over bowling green, twin bedroom, WC.
No.7 has oil central heating and all heating, electricity, wifi, bedding and towels are included in price.
Sandhead has a pub/restaurant, shop and tearoom and children,s play park all within 2 minute easy stroll from No.7.
Portpatrick is a short drive away and boasts many lively pubs and restaurants which serve good food all day.
The Rhins of Galloway is also renowned for its gardens - Logan Botanic Gardens, Castle Kennedy, Logan House and Glenwhan - as the area is warmed by the Gulf Stream there are may exotic plants to be viewed.
The Mull of Galloway Lighthouse (the most Southernly point in Scotland) is just 10 minutes drive from Sandhead, it is home to Gallie Craig Tearoom and RSPB reserve.
There are also plenty of options for fishing, either fresh water or sea from the waters edge or by boat charter.
If golfing is your thing there are 3 courses within a 15 minute drive from No.7
Tourist License / Licencia de turismo N °: DG00289F
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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom2 contributions
Lovely modern cottage
Very clean well equipped cottage with secure garden and lovely summer house. Ideally situated for the beach. Lovely quiet area. Good food at the dog friendly local hotel to eat in or takeaway. Well stocked local shop.
Visited June 2023
Written 5 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you very much for taking the time to post a lovely review of No.7 Sandhead on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect of the property and surrounding area from a visitor's point of view.
Thank you and hope to see you again sometime. Elspeth & Tara
Written 14 July 2023. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
paulmw138
Bebington, United Kingdom17 contributions
Shortbreak
Lovely property and well presented, great location for days out.
Friendly local pub and friendly neighbour who explained about the community garden certainly have a visit.
House has great summer house in spacious garden and off road parking.
Well equipped and modern.
Watch out for the birds flying over early evening as they take no prisoners.
We then did ferry to Northern Ireland as only 40mins from port.
Visited August 2022
Written 11 October 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you very much for posting such a lovely review on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect of the property and surrounding area from a visitor's point of view.
Thank you and hopet o see you again sometime.
Kind regards, Elspeth & Tara
Written 21 November 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
D L
2 contributions
Love it
We love staying here and highly recommend for the peace, quiet and tranquility.
Dogs love the beach and so do we, less than a 100yrds away
We’ll be back 😊
Visited August 2022
Written 11 October 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you very much for taking the time to post a lovely review on Trip Advisor and look forward to seeing you again soon
Kind regards, Elspeth & Tara
Written 21 November 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Linda F
1 contribution
Beautiful cottage near beach
Lovely cottage few mins wal from beach and lovely community garden.
Fully enclosed sun trap garden . A home from home with everything you need.
Friendly owners and very dog friendly garden.
Lovely beach and local hotel tigh a mara does lovely meals and takeaway .
Beach very good for paddle boarding also .
Will definitely visit again and have already recommended to friends.
Also 15 mins drive from portpatrick well worth a visit lovely harbour and lighthouse with a wee shop full of ceramics and gifts.
Highly recommended.
Visited July 2022
Written 27 July 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you very much for visiting No.7 Sandhead and for taking the time to post such a complimentary review of the property and for including lots of details and recommendations to give future guests some ideas from a visitor's point of view. Hope to see you again sometime.
Kind regards, Elspeth & Tara
Written 22 August 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
John T
3 contributions
Fabulous break in a spectacular location
My wife, myself and our two German shepherd dogs spent a smashing week in Number 7 Bowling Green, Sandhead from 17 September
We had a marvellous time walking along the seven miles of beautiful beaches
The accommodation was terrific and is of the highest standard
It was absolutely immaculate and had everything to hand.
The back garden was also fabulous and there was loads of space to enjoy.
We are returning to Sandhead in November and we have visited many times before
It is an undiscovered gem and a beautiful area of Scotland
I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending this accommodation
You won’t be disappointed
Visited September 2021
Written 6 October 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you very much for taking the time to post such a lovely review of No. 7 Bowling Green Road and the village of Sandhead, I really appreciate it as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect of the property and surrounding area from a visitors point of view. Looking forward to seeing you again in November.
Kind regards Elspeth & Tara
Written 28 October 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Alison C
Glasgow, United Kingdom3 contributions
Perfection
Had another fantastic week in No 7.
The cottage is set on a quiet road a stones throw away from an amazing beach and is perfect for dogs.
The quality is excellent with everything you could ever need being provided.
Planning our next visit as I type this.
Visited August 2021
Written 12 September 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you very much for taking the time to post such a lovely review of No.7 on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect from a visitor's point of view. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again sometime. Kind regards, Elspeth & Tara
Written 6 October 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Ian S
2 contributions
Lovely cottage 2 minutes from the beach
The cottage is perfect, only 2 minutes from the beach. It is immaculate and very well equipped with a sunny enclosed back garden. Elspeth and Hugh were very attentive and friendly, they answered any queries very promptly- thank you! There is a shop in the village for essentials and the Tigh na Mara hotel is only a few minutes walk away where you can have a delicious meal. The beach is ideal for long walks and getting away from it all, there perfect de stress holiday.
Visited July 2021
Written 5 September 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you very much for taking the time to post such a lovely review of No.7 on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect from a visitor's point of view. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again sometime. Kind regards, Elspeth, Hugh & Tara
Written 6 October 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
D L
2 contributions
Wonderful!
We love the area of Sandhead it’s so peaceful and quiet. The dogs love the beach and there are so few people on it, it’s amazing.
The cottage is perfect for us.
Elspeth is great and to hand if anything is needed. Couldn’t ask for more.
We’ll be back 👍
Visited August 2021
Written 4 September 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you very much for taking the time to post such a lovely review of No.7 on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect from a visitor's point of view. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again sometime. Kind regards, Elspeth & Tara
Written 6 October 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Neale M
1 contribution
Excellent dog-friendly base for exploring the area
Great location, with a huge beach within a couple of minutes walk and very well positioned for exploring the rest of the area. The house has everything you need and is very cosy. Enclosed garden is very good for dogs.
Visited June 2021
Written 26 July 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you for taking the time to post such a lovely review of No.7 on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect from a visitor's point of view.
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again sometime.
Kind regards, Elspeth & Tara
Written 11 August 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Stephen A
Leeds, United Kingdom8 contributions
Highly recommended
No7 is set in a quiet village and is in an ideal place for the beach and pub/restaurant. Both which are 5 minutes away. The Tigh na Mara does excellent food and has a great outdoor area.
The house has all the facilities you could need and the decor is both modern and clean.The owners are really helpful and friendly.
I highly recommend No7 as does our Patterdale terrier who found it very dog friendly. 😁
Visited July 2021
Written 24 July 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BackPacker447353
Thank you for taking the time to post such a lovely review of No.7 on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect from a visitor's point of view.
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again sometime.
Kind regards, Elspeth & Tara
Written 11 August 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sandhead is located on the Rhins peninsula - a finger of land, surrounded by the sea on 3 sides - stretching from Stranraer to Mull of Galloway (the most southernly point in Scotland) The peninsula has a varying and enchanting range of coastal features from sandy Beaches on the East Coast ie. Sandhead which has 7 miles of sand to a variety of cliffs, rocks and sandy coves on the West, the most famous of which are the delightful village of Port Logan and the picturesque fishing village of Portpatrick.
The Southern Upland Way begins in Portpatrick and hugs the coast before heading for the hills of New Luce. There is also the Mull of Galloway Trail, a coastal walk from Mull of Galloway to Stranraer, passing through Sandhead.
Getting around
Car is recommended for getting around. There are a few buses per day which run to Drummore or Stranraer and from Stranraer to various villages in the area
Access
Car advised
Activities nearby
Golf course (within 15 min walk)Horse riding facilities
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