The Nook At Balcary

Auchencairn, DG7 1QZ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>1</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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The Nook At Balcary

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Scored 10
10
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
1 review
  • Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

Located in Auchencairn and only 35 km from Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club, The Nook At Balcary provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The 4-star holiday home is 49 km from Caerlaverock Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 36 km from Dumfries and County Golf Club. The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can also relax in the garden. Glasgow Prestwick Airport is 99 km away.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Cottages.com
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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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for Auchencairn

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mckenzle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Nook is a beautiful and excellently maintained modern cottage in a stunning location. It had every facility you would require for a short or long stay. We stayed there as part of my wife's 60th birthday celebrations. The owners Gill and Mike...”

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Company review score: 9.2Based on 43,291 reviews from 15199 properties
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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

Owner lives next door. The Smart TV has Netflix and Amazon prime apps but guests will need to use their own subscription. This is an ideal cosy retreat for a couple with the beach just a stone&rsquo;s throw away and stunning countryside to explore.. Ramp to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: 48" Freeview TV Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Oil underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. External laundry room (shared with other property on-site).. Enclosed courtyard with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. The Nook at Balcary is a beautiful detached cottage with a modern open plan living area boasting floor to ceiling windows and sliding doors opening on to the most fantastic views of Auchencairn Bay and Hestan Island. Everything at The Nook at Balcary is perfect from the moment you step inside. Not only will the view amaze you, but the attention to detail throughout is stunning from the comfortable sofas, the large walk-in shower to the sumptuous bed. On fine nights, sit outside in the most peaceful of locations watching the stars and enjoying the sound of the sea. The perfect place to relax. The area surrounding The Nook at Balcary is just as impressive. From your doorstep take a walk over the cliffs, or a short drive will take you to many lovely little towns and villages including Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbright, Kippford and Rockcliffe to name but a few. This corner of south west Scotland, warmed by the Gulf Stream, also has many beautiful gardens to visit, including Threave Gardens (National Trust). Close to the Galloway Forest Park, the first Dark Sky Park in the UK, and central to 5 of the 7Stanes, it is a popular location for cyclists and mountain bikers. Beach 50 yards. Shop 2 miles, hotel bar

Languages spoken

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

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Nook At Balcary
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
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Garden
Outdoor & View
  • Sea view
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
Languages spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Croatian
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules
The Nook At Balcary takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

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 Visa and Mastercard.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

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

Please inform The Nook At Balcary in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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 The Nook At Balcary

  • The Nook At Balcary is 1.6 miles from the centre of Auchencairn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Nook At Balcary can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

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

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

  • The Nook At Balcary offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The Nook At Balcary has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

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

    • Check-in at The Nook At Balcary is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.