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Portling View - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 675 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Ocean view
    Ocean view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Portling View - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Portling View all on the first floor level,sits in a beautiful elevated position with superb views to the Solway Firth and lake District beyond, there is easy access to the quiet secluded beach at Portling which leads round to Sandyhills Bay and beach.

Set in the quiet hamlet of Portling the apartment is within easy reach of other popular destinations on the Solway Firth including Sandyhills beach, Colvend, Rockcliffe and Kippford. There is a restaurant and bar at Sandyhills and a village shop and cafe at Colvend; Kippford has two popular pubs both serving food and also a tea room. The bustling village of Kippford is a sailing centre which ensures that there is always something to watch while taking sustenance at one of the two hostelries.

South Scotland is famous for its beautiful scenery and surprisingly mild climate due to the effects of the Gulf Stream. The area abounds with Scottish culture and history with too many sites to mention. Three which should not be missed would include Sweetheart Abbey at New Abbey, Threave Gardens and Castle at Castle Douglas and slightly further afield Logan Botanic Gardens together with the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse. The area also has superb outdoor recreational facilities and opportunities with wildlife and bird watching almost wherever you are and in particular the RSPB Mersehead Reserve at Southwick, Galloway Forest Park for both wildlife watching and also walking and mountain biking. Those looking for testing bike trails can enjoy the Forestry Commission 7Stanes Routes with the chance to try a different trail on every day of the week! Sea and loch sailing is available in the near vicinity with the principal base being Kippford for sea sailing whilst Loch Ken provides opportunities for sailing and water skiing. Throughout the area there is sea, loch and course fishing and also, of course, golf with courses to suit all abilities with the charming Colvend course being with in walking distance and only slightly further afield is the challenging Southerness Championship Links Course (Seven miles).

Portling View, with its comfortable and well laid out accommodation including a lovely small Juliet balcony with panoramic view out onto the Solway Firth provides a truly exceptional holiday location.

DG5 4PZ
STL LICENCE: DG00013P
EPC: F
Portling View is available for an any day changeover and short breaks are welcome throughout the year
Damage Deposit £150

Apartment Accommodation: All on the first floor, Sleeping 6 in three bedrooms :
Ground Floor: Entrance Hallway with stairs to landing.
First Floor: Spacious Lounge/Dining area with small Juliet balcony; Kitchen with modern fitted kitchen and appliances; Principal bedroom with Shower room; Double bedroom; Family Bathroom with over bath shower; Twin bedroom
Facilities: Central heating & electricity included * Bed linen & towels provided * Washer/drier* Large Fridge/Freezer * Microwave * Wi-fi * 2 smart TVs* Access to private enclosed garden * Courtyard with Parking to the rear * Cot and highchair available on request * EV Charging point* 2 dogs welcome.
Extras: Charges per dog per week/part week.
Extras: EV Charging Point at property - charges apply

Property manager

DiscoverScotland

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 807 sq ft (75 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Portling View an Apartment That Sleeps 6 Guests in 3 Bedrooms
582562

About the neighborhood

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Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway

What's nearby

  • Colvend Golf Club - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sandyhills Beach - 11 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Rockcliffe Beach - 11 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kippford Beach - 24 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Caerlaverock Castle - 37 min drive - 44.0 km

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station - 38 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Treats & Eats Tearoom, Colvend - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Balcary Bay Hotel - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Brambles Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Beagle Country Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Portling View - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Portling View - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Portling View - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Portling View - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Sandyhills Beach and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Rockcliffe Beach. 7stanes - Dalbeattie and Kippford Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Portling View - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Discovering Dalbeattie
Lovely first floor apartment with good facilities and lovely views of the surrounding countryside and sea. We were pleasantly surprised at how spacious the accommodation was - well fitted out also. We greatly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing.
Very handy location for exploring the Low Borders.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Property was clean and comfortable with views of the sea in a very peaceful area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Portling View
As described beautiful apartment with very helpful owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Lovely place
Really nice place to stay Well equipped property David very helpful would definitely stay again Lovely beach and coastal walks Dog loved it as well
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

jeff c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable flat in a great setting
We really enjoyed our stay in Portling View. The accommodation worked really well for us (three adults and a dog). It is a comfortable flat with a very well equipped kitchen. The garden area is a short distance from the door, and it worked really well for morning and evening dog runs. The fine weather meant we enjoyed numerous local walks, and if you are looking for something a little different then the Segway tours at nearby Gorsebank Active can't be bettered - even for us as seniors!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Libby D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The property was extremely spacious and very well equipped. It was spotlessly clean and in a beautiful location. The secure garden was great for our dog. The little beach was 5 minutes walk and the best in the area. There were some lovely walks in the vicinity and a couple of good pubs in the village of Kippford. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mr Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location and a good spot for walking and touring the Dumfries and Galloway coast.
Well appointed kitchen, light good sized rooms. Lacked some finesse in that duvets and pillows were of poor quality, picture hooks left on walls, curtains tacked to walls etc
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and Quite beautiful
A great first floor stay with three bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and ensuit and living/dining room. Very well appointed with everything you need from cutlery to glasses and pans, tv and bedding with towels. Can't ask for more. One hour from M6 and central to everywhere in Dumfries and Galloway. David is on hand but never intrusive.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Ashwell

Liked: Cleanliness
Solway coast retreat
This 1st floor apartment with views of the coast is spacious, comfortable, warm and well-equipped, although the decor is rather bland. It's off the main road so lovely and quiet and only a 10 minute walk to the beach. We enjoyed some splendid coast walks straight from the apartment which can be shortened by catching the bus which stops on the main road 5 mins walk away. Dogs are welcome and have their own secure garden and even a tap to wash muddy paws. The shop at Colvend half a mile away is well-stocked with essentials and treats. All in all, highly recommended for those who appreciate a tranquil spot close to the coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Portland View was simply excellent! Great.
It was perfect. We enjoyed our time there and the cottage was simply wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024