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Stranraer Vacation cottage rental with internet access, walking, TV and rural retreat

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  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 4 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Nearest beach 3 mi
  • Not suitable for children
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed

From the owner

Ash Cottage is one of three cottages set around a landscaped courtyard. The cottage sleeps two people in a king-sized bed and is ideal for singles or couples seeking a quiet retreat. There is plenty of off-road parking and guests are welcome to sit out in the courtyard or gardens.

The cottage kitchen is equipped with a cooker, microwave, fridge / freezer, kettle and toaster and washing machine. Drying facilities include a clothes maiden and a whirligig. The shower room is fitted with a standard-sized shower cubicle and has plenty of storage space for toiletries etc. A hair drier is available in the bedroom.

The lounge is furnished with two large settees which provide plenty of space to relax and stretch out to watch TV.

Wifi is available within the cottage but can occasionally be intermittent and the best telephone signal for this location is from Vodafone.

A selection of brochures for local places of interest are provided plus a map of Stranraer and the local area along with Guest Information and Safety Folders which provide instructions on how to operate items inside the cottage. The owners live on-site so are always on-hand should you require any help, advice or recommendations.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
  • 1 Wet room

Families

  • Not suitable for children
  • No pets allowed
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Climbing frame
  • Swing set
  • Patio
  • Internet access
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Interaction with guest

Upon arrival you will be met by the owners who also live on site and who will direct you into the appropriate parking area and show you into the cottage. During your stay the owners can be contacted in person by calling at the main house or by ringing one of the contact telephone numbers provided in the Guest Information Folder.
Ash Cottage – Home 557575

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    Cancellation policy

    Full refund

    100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

    Partial refund

    50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

    25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.

    No refund

    No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.

    100% refund100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
    Booking confirmed
    50% refund50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
    24 hours after booking
    25% refund25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
    4 weeks before
    No refundNo refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
    2 weeks before
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    Things to know

    Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
    If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

    Payment

    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
    Damage deposit: ($185.96) £150.00

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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    The cottage must only be occupied by the number of guests stipulated, ie maximum 2 people.
    Additional guests / guest beds are not provided or accepted.
    Smoking / vaping within the cottage and vestibule is prohibited.
    Candles and incense burners with naked flames are prohibited.
    Electric vehicles must not be connected to the cottage electricity supply.
    Electric bike and scooter battery chargers must not be used within the cottage.

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    About the owner

    Viv A.
    Tourist License
    DG01357P
    Average reply time:
    1 hour 19 minutes

    Calendar last updated:
    15 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    12

    Languages spoken: English
    This property is hosted by a private host (consumer) and not a business. Bookings of their property may not be covered by EU or UK consumer protection laws. However, the Tripadvisor Rentals companies will provide you with the same customer service as with any other stay.

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    Reviews

    4.5
    Very Good
    21 reviews
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    kitty5purrpurr
    Deal, United Kingdom

    Poor
    Sep 2021

    Viv did not seem happy to see us and was not welcoming. There was no hot water in kitchen or bathroom basin for whole of our trip. The washing machine did not work either. The place was clean and very… More 

    29 Sep 2021

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Thank you for taking the time to review our accommodation. However in light of your personal comments & detrimental remarks I will take this opportunity to set the record straight. It was your obvious self-important attitude upon arrival that set the tone for the rest of your visit. You made no attempt to say hello or introduce yourself, only deigning to ring us from your car outside our garden gate. Once ensconced in your cottage your subsequent numerous ill-mannered telephone messages demanding that we ‘bring you a hair drier’ were equally unpleasant especially as the website clearly states that this is not something that we provide. Despite your rudeness however we loaned you our spare hair drier but your discourteous manner & inability to say please or thank you was duly noted. It was unfortunate that the hot water switch chose to stop working the day after you arrived but very occasionally things go wrong without warning. We made every attempt to rectify the issue but the problem required the services of a qualified electrician & despite our best efforts we could not find one available until after your date of departure. That you were left without hot water for the ‘whole of your stay’ (a short 4-night break) is completely untrue. You only had to boil the kettle or fill the bathroom sink with hot water from the shower hose which is within easy reach. It is true that no apology was proffered & this was due to the unacceptable manner in which we were spoken to! There only issue with the washing machine was your lack of ability to interpret the instructions on the front panel. Had you done so correctly you would have found the machine to be in full working order. You were also offered use of a different machine – an offer which you declined! Both sets of steps to the car park are small & manageable. This was confirmed by your husband who very clearly stated that they did not present a problem for him with his walking stick. Had they done so you would have been invited to share the lower car park with our other guests. Finally, whilst the lounge window takes in the courtyard & surrounding fields Crailloch Croft is (as described on the website) a complex of three cottages. If a more desirable view was as high on your list of priorities as a hair drier then obviously more research into our properties should have been undertaken. Alternatively you could have gone elsewhere & paid more for the 5* accommodation you clearly expected for the price of what you rudely term ‘basic’! In summary not only were you the one guest so far this season not to have enjoyed their stay with us but you were by far the most unpleasant. Should you wish to be better received by hosts in the future I would strongly suggest that you avail yourself of some basic manners, improve your attitude & approach & learn how to speak to people with at least a modicum of respect.

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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    Peaceful location
    Aug 2021

    Looking for a peaceful location for a getaway then Elm Cottage is ideal for this. Not far from the main town of Stranraer but far enough away to be able to chill out and relax in lovely surroundings.… More 

    29 Aug 2021

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Sharon R

    Clean, comfortable, well equipped and peaceful, ticked all the boxes for us
    Jul 2019

    A warm welcome from Viv who showed us around the accomodation, which was ideally located for us to participate in the Skiffie World Championships and explore this beautiful area of Galloway. The accom… More 

    14 Jul 2019

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    E7556VPkellyk
    Magheramorne, United Kingdom

    Mrs
    Aug 2018

    A hidden gem. Location, perfectly placed to get away from the town and enjoy fields, horses and the countryside whilst being only a few miles out of Stranraer. Private parking is provided also. Fac… More 

    27 Aug 2018

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    cricketfan2015
    Sunderland, United Kingdom

    A lovely cottage and friendly owner.
    Aug 2016

    Had a lovely relaxing stay with a family. Viv, the owner, is very friendly and helpful and gave us lots of tips and suggestions about the local area. The cottage is situated in a peaceful area and the… More 

    1 Sep 2016

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Review 1-5 of 21

    FAQs

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    How do I pay for my holiday?

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    How do damage deposits work?

    In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

    Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

    How can I view and manage my booking?

    Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

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    You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

    We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

    How can I retract my booking request?

    You’ll need to contact Viv (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

    How do I cancel my booking?

    Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

    How do I edit my booking?

    You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Viv (the owner) a message.

    If Viv (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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