Located in Girthon in the Dumfries and Galloway region, Swallows features a garden. With free private parking, the property is 48 km from Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club and 50 km from Dumfries and County Golf Club. With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom holiday home provides a TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace. The nearest airport is Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 96 km from the holiday home.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10

See what guests loved the most:

  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really nice property finished to a high standard. Lovely welcome treats. Everything you need for a superb stay is provided. Enjoyed a relaxing stay, peaceful property with wild birds feeding in the garden. Listening to a woodpecker in the tree was...

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Company information

Cottages-com is the UK’s leading provider of holiday cottages and luxury homes and offers more than 22,000 places to stay in the UK. From coastal retreats to country castles, the brand is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, verified by our experts, and helps over 1.45 million guests and more than 163,000 pets find their perfect break every year. Cottages-com is part of the Awaze group – Europe’s leading managed vacation rentals and holiday resorts business

Property information

The owner lives on site. 1 step to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: 32" TV, TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Woodburner Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and superfast broadband included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack.. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Swallows is the perfect retreat to unwind and relax. This delightful barn conversion is wonderfully situated along a quiet lane, in the serene Scottish countryside, and enjoys views over the neighbouring farmland and the owner’s 2½-acre landscaped garden. Converted with care and attention to detail, the open plan living space is particularly attractive with high ceilings, a picture window overlooking the courtyard and doors leading to the conservatory, which overlooks the private enclosed garden. The quality, calm and tranquillity are evident from the moment you walk through the door. Beaches and a National Scenic Area are close by, as well as opportunities for hill walking, mountain biking and watersports. Visit renowned gardens, ancient woodland and enjoy the abundant wildlife. The area is well recognised for its clear skies, with it being one of the 12 Best Stargazing Sites in the world, and the first Dark Sky Park in the UK. Only a short drive away is Kirkcudbright, known as the artists’ town. It attracts visitors throughout the year drawn in by the harbour, historic high street and the diverse range of annual events and visitor attractions. The popular programme of summer festivities culminates with the spectacular Tattoo, an event not to be missed. Shop and restaurant 5 miles, pub 2 miles.

Languages spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Swallows
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Parking garage
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Fishing
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
Languages spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Croatian
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules

Swallows takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:59

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

Check-out

From 00:01 to 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 of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Mastercard and Visa .


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Cottages.com will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to collect keys, will be emailed to you.

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

FAQs about Swallows

  • Swallows can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

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

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

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

  • Swallows is 1.6 miles from the centre of Girthon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Fishing

  • Swallows has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

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