Story Cottage

Wigtown, dg8 9hq, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>13</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
13 reviews
a kitchen with a wooden table and some stairs at Story Cottage in Wigtown
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Story Cottage

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  • Entire home
  • 969 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Private bathroom

Set in Wigtown in the Dumfries and Galloway region, Story Cottage has a garden. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal throughout the property. This holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with dishwasher, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wigtown, like golfing, cycling and fishing. The nearest airport is Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 98 km from Story Cottage.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.6
Location
10
Free WiFi
10
High score for Wigtown
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The welcome pack was just perfect. There was lovely outside space. Although on one of the main roads in Wigtown - you would never have known when inside the house - it was serene and comfortable.”
  • A
    Alice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The host was amazing. Absolutely noting was too much. The arrival hamper was wonderful. The cottage is fantastic. We will be there again. Thank you for everything that you did for us.”
  • Caplan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Felt at home straight away. Very comfortable cottage, well equipped and thought-out. The welcome basket was a lovely touch. Good to have text message contact with Julie, who looks after the cottage.”
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 74,762 reviews from 21670 properties
21670 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

Story Cottage is a mid-terrace cottage resting in Wigtown, Dumfries and Galloway. Hosting one king-size bedroom, along with a shower room, this property can sleep two guests. There is also an open-plan living space with a kitchen, stylish breakfast bar and a sitting area. Outside there is a large enclosed garden with lawn, patio and furniture. Story Cottage is a home-style setting for your next romantic trip to Dumfries and Galloway.

Neighbourhood information

Wigtown is best known as being Scotland’s National Book Town, and has a range of cafés, pubs and restaurants. There are more than 20 book related businesses so you can spend your days wandering from shop to shop for a bargain. From Wigtown you can discover Newton Stewart which is known as the "Gateway to the Galloway Hills", the Isle of Whithorn with its fishing harbour and Bladnoch Distillery.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Story Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Story Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Story Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Story Cottage

  • Story Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Story Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach

  • Check-in at Story Cottage is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Story Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Story Cottage is 350 yards from the centre of Wigtown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Story Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Story Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.