Beltie Lodge

A beautiful cottage with loads of room and lots of books !

!! We really enjoyed our stay and the location was wonderful.

Kitchen in a disgusting state, Weeks of accumulated grease and food debris in oven.

Toaster unfit for use. Dishwasher left with dirty items and smelly. Barbecue not cleaned. Fingermarks on most surfaces Housekeeper did not attend to inspect after reporting. Outside windows very dirty. Only patio seating wooden, hard and upright (only seated six) Living room seating not adequate for full occupancy.

An excellent property.

Well equiped with everything we needed. A beautiful setting, ideal for our cycling holiday along lovely quiet roads.

We had a fantastic holiday here.

The house is beautiful, the area is beautiful. The only tweak might be to make a truly 5 star experience, a 5 star welcome pack would be nice. Proper tea and coffee, perhaps a pint of milk. Also, 1 bottle of wine barely goes around 9 adults so 11 would struggle. Thankyou.

Fabulous place and our whole family really enjoyed the location and all the facilities.

A special thanks to Susan out cottage housekeeper who answered all our queries while we were there and provided support throughout our stay Thanks

The Beltie Lodge is a delightful property in a great setting, which we stayed at in 2022.

The weather was very bad this time with Storm Amy making an impact, turning lanes into large muddy puddles, not helped by significant potholes on the approach to the entrance. However, our main issue us with the waste disposal requirements where a drive/walk of 0.6 mile from Lodge to bins in extremely wet conditions was not ideal. Moreover, the directions to the property were confusing, with significant errors in bin positioning, which was critical to finding the correct lane. Also the Beltie Lodge is not referred to as such, with Garden Cottage being used. The instruction booklets need updating and reread to confirm accuracy. Various points were inaccurate. Things like logs and kindling were not properly restocked before our arrival and kindling never included although logs were. Particularly annoying was the missing waste bags which were vital to comply with the rubbish removal. The booklet referred to two locations where bags were stored and the there were none at all. Unfortunately, the waste disposal issue became a rather daunting issue as our holiday approached its end. I did not think that the housekeeper was particularly helpful and it all left a poor impression.

A beautiful old house with lots of character and sea views but sympathetically modernised to provide comfort and all mod cons.

Lovely big, secluded garden and walking distance from the sandy beaches which are great for swimming but never get overcrowded. Perfect for a family holiday. Would definitely like another stay.

Beltie lodge is a wonderful house with huge garden, large kitchen/dining area that's fully kitted out.

We had a lovely week and were very lucky with the weather! Hopefully visit again in future, thank you.

The house and area were beautiful and very quiet.

The house had everything one would need and was very comfortable for our family of 10. The sunroom was especially nice to sit in for morning tea while overlooking the bay. We would love to rent the house again if we are ever back in Scotland.

Lovely house, with enough bedrooms and bathrooms for 6 blokes.

Pleasant, enclosed garden Comfortable and clean, with plenty of kitchen pots and pans, plus utensils etc. Although very close to the coast, there does not seem to be any direct access to the coast (or if there is we couldn't find it!). Some minor gripes: - a few complaints about the amount of storage /hanging space in some of the bedrooms; - a lack of information (i.e. none!) about the house, its history, local history, local shops, local places to eat, local walks, etc; - it would have been helpful if the WiFi network and password information had been displayed somewhere, rather than having to root around trying to find it! As I said, these are minor gripes and did not detract from a terrific holiday that we hope to repeat next year! -

We had a brilliant stay at Beltie Lodge last week, three generations in the family and 2 dogs.

It was just as we had remembered it from 2022. The house is so comfy and feels like you are at home. The garden is fab, great space for dogs and watching wild life and the view to the sea and sunsets are special. Comfy beds and luxurious towels and bed linen, plus four super bathrooms means everyone is happy. The large kitchen diner is the space you want for 11 and well equipped for cooking and serving meals round a very big table. All in all a super family holiday home and if one of the family plays piano, then you could be in for a very entertaining evening. Thanks Beltie! Lillian

We had a lovely time at this property.

There were six of us (three generations) and two dogs and the property was perfect for us. The house was very peaceful with a lovely view and the enclosed garden was brilliant for the two labradors! Everything we needed was in the property and we were able to just relax. The kitchen area was great and the kitchen was very well kitted out. The logburner in the lounge was a welcome addition. We had a phone call before we arrived which was very informative and made us feel very welcome as visitors. The location was very quiet and peaceful. Beautiful starry skies of an evening. Loved it all.

The cottage, was clean, very spacious, very well equipped.

The garden is large and excellent for ball games to entertain the children, if you have four legged friends they will love it too racing around, and the garden is the most secure I have encountered at any cottage. Views out to sea are nice from the expansive kitchen. A trip to the nearest beach is accessible along the quiet road around the rear of the property perhaps 1.5 miles Carrick bay, other beaches are available following short car journeys. There are several nice small towns in the area to visit and shop. For large multi generation holidays the cottage is ideal, with lots of seperate areas for noise and peace.

The whole family had a fantastic stay.

The cottage is beautiful and set in even more beautiful surroundings. The house was definitely big enough for the 10 of us and had all the facilities we needed and more. The garden is huge and was perfect for our dog to have a run around in and the kids to play, with spectacular views out to the coast. We enjoyed some lovely dark sky nights watching the stars and the meteors lying on the grass! Only downside for us was the size of the living room - not really big enough for us all to sit in together if we had wanted to and the sofas weren’t that comfy either. Lack of wi-fi on the balcony area and bedroom up there was also frustrating. But overall we had a lovely stay and definitely recommend it to others.

This is a lovely property set in a picturesque part of Scotland.

Adequate room for our group of 11 with a very happy week spent by us all. The kitchen and dining area, is clearly the hub which would suit a snug area if the large dresser were removed as the sitting room is on the smaller side for a large party. The bedrooms and bathrooms were perfect for everyone. Very, very small problems were: The oven and microwave at times, decided not to work. The kitchen is very well stocked with crockery and cooking utensils but I would recommend for larger parties, more cutlery. Over all this is a fantastic property and would highly recommend a stay,

We had a fantastic week at Beltie Lodge.

We were an extended family of 10 aged 4-85 and there was plenty of space, and most importantly enough bathrooms! Lovely house. It was clean and well looked after. The kitchen was well equipped. A few essentials were provided eg toilet rolls but you will need everything else. The lounge isn’t big enough for everyone to sit in but the open kitchen/dining area is great. Beds were comfy. It’s in a really quiet place. Fantastic huge garden - the dogs loved it! Owners/managers responded quickly to messages and were very helpful. Just be aware there is no access to the coast from the property - the shore is a 15 ish minute walk away. And - we couldn’t find it easily on the satnav or for booking supermarket deliveries because the sign on the house says ‘Garden Cottage’ - then the Asda man found it easily. It does say this in the property listing but it’s not obvious. Would recommend, it’s a great house to stay in.

Fabulous holiday.

House is great although lounge slightly small for 8. the large kitchen and dining area is a focal point for everyone with lovely views. Garden is lovely particularly for kids and dogs (being totally enclosed). It is actually bigger than photos suggest. It also has its own brick built BBQ. Bedrooms split into two areas of the house -one area with two doubles/one twin and the second area with two twins/one single (the latter and one twin being on the ground floor -useful to know when situating kids beds. The two downstairs showers are very good although the larger shower (disability friendly) drains rather slowly. Surrounding area is lovely and delightfully quiet. We had good weather all week so it was a very enjoyable holiday.

The lounge is a tad small for 8 adults to sit together in the evening.

The rubbish collection needs sorted - instructions in the house do not match the instructions we were given over the phone. If we are not to use the bins in the car port, there needs to be provision for somewhere to put used nappies. My comments are meant to be helpful and are not a criticism! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the house is lovely. Thank you!

Everything was fine, with only one downside.

From the info, maps etc, we assumed that we would be able to access the coastal path. In the event the boundary of the property is hermetically sealed and there is a long trek around via the road etc. Pity.

Lovely place to stay.

Only a few teabags and coffee sachets left on arrival so make sure to take some (or will need to buy). We all struggled with the pillows but that could be our personal preference. We felt a comfy sofa in the dining area would have been a great asset as you find yourself drawn to that area due to the views and warmth. We were able to turn the heating up when it was chilly. There was one large king size room and a second double but that was a smaller room, although it was next to the bathroom. The rest of the rooms have single beds. There were plenty of bathrooms to use and decent showers in them. Great fenced garden for our dog and walks from the door. Car port was great addition when unpacking and packing car. Plentiful supply of logs for the wood burner in the living room. Good communication with caretaker, Susan. We had a wonderful holiday and enjoyed our stay at Beltie House (Garden Cottage) and would return when staying in the area.

We had a wonderful holiday - The setting was beautiful with easy access to beautiful beaches and wonderful countryside .

The views from the kitchen were stunning - The garden was large and totally enclosed so great for the dogs to run freely . The house was very comfortable and warm - clean with a small welcome package - the kitchen dining area was perfect for us as a family as we love it when we can all be together during cooking and meal times . The property was quite off the beaten track so perfect for us .The signal was not good for internet access and Tv channels were limited so we watched DVDs and played games and read . The lane leading to the property was full of potholes so caution on approach. . Only a 15 minute drive to Kirkcudbright - a lovely town . All in all a fabulous holiday and we will definitely be booking this property again.

We had a fabulous Christmas at Beltie Lodge.

The house was very well appointed, spacious and well equipped. We would like to stay again.

Location good for us i.

e. quiet, rural with a view of the sea. Cottage was very clean and well equipped. Separate utility room and garage were very useful for the cyclists in our family who really enjoyed the various cycle routes around the area. Lots of books and games were appreciated as was the space for members of the family to chill out. We thoroughly recommend the Garden Cottage for a good holiday.

Blessed with fine weather, we had a fabulous stay at Beltie Lodge.

The house was perfect for 10 of us aged from 10-82. The downstairs bathroom was disability-friendly, which made the stay very comfortable for my mum. The kitchen/diner is the show stealer and we spent most time in there. Views to the water from the kitchen window were appreciated by all, as were the starry skies. The enclosed garden is very large, which meant the dog could roam freely and we also managed some garden yoga! We walked to the nearby bays for safe swimming and paddle boarding. The blackberries were out in force and so we picked plenty of those on the way! We also enjoyed the View Point (with local artist Annie's lovely display boards) several times and did some of the smaller 'field walks' from Borgue (maps online). We did not eat out, but had a final evening takeaway from Chen's Kitchen in Kircudbright (20 minute drive away) which was enjoyed by all and was very reasonably priced. The cottage has an interesting history (which we learned from locals in the know) and it has been thoughtfully and very professionally turned into a clean, comfortable and peaceful holiday home. If you are lucky to have good weather as we did, you'll be reluctant to leave.

This is a perfect house for a large group.

Our favourite things were the amazing kitchen/dining area which was so bright, with stunning views of the sea. Also the fully enclosed garden was a real winner for us because there was absolutely no chance of our dog escaping. The house is well equipped and is in a perfect location to cycle from the door to the local beaches. There is also a huge storage room/garage which was perfect for keeping bikes. We definitely hope to return.

Beltie Lodge has been one of our favourite ever holiday homes.

It's a wonderful house in a fabulous setting. The layout worked so well for our 3 generations, with multiple bathrooms and bedrooms, the communal kitchen/dining area and simple spacious garden. Our 3 grandchildren loved the space - inside and out. The area is beautiful. We have not had to stray to far to find everything we need. Beaches within walking distance, footpaths, pleasant and pretty small towns and appealing countryside. We hope to visit again.

We have had a fabulous week in Beltie Lodge.

The house more than lived up to our expectations, in particular the great location and the stunning kitchen/diner. Everything had been thought of to make our stay as comfortable as possible, and we would be delighted to return at some point to continue exploring this very special corner of Scotland.

The property is beautiful, and a lovely peaceful place.

We were 9 people and we practically lived in the kitchen/diner, beautiful and light with views out over the sea, really amazing. The garden, fully enclosed was such a blessing with our two dogs, so we could relax knowing they're not going to do a runner! The only small disappointment, which we soon got over, was that we thought we could walk from the property straight to the water's edge, as the photos on Sykes suggest this to be the case. However there was no access directly. The layout of the bathrooms with the bedrooms is fine for one big family, but for 4 couples sharing it would have been useful to have known in advance that there are no en-suites. I've booked through Sykes before, and must say that for group planning purposes, it would be useful if a layout of the house, especially for bedrooms/bathrooms were included. We all really, really enjoyed our time in your beautiful house, and other than an additional large French press, we had want for nothing! We are very grateful for the fantastic location, the facilities and Susan was a delight. We loved our stay, so thank you so much!

Hi, this is the only cottage we have booked twice in 20 years of hiring cottages and would book it again in the future, it is always spotlessly clean and the garden is perfect for our dogs thank you

Comfortable house for our party of 10.

Adequate parking for 4 cars. Wonderful walled garden for our grandchildren - and the dog! The drying cupboard in the large storeroom didn't seem to work too well, but, as we were lucky enough to have only one wet day, this wasn't a problem for us. Everything else was just grand! The appearance of a newt from the drain of the accessible shower was a highlight - we returned the little fellow to the nearby burn.

We met as a family group from different households aged from 4 months to 72 years old just before Christmas and this was an ideal place.

With short days and some stormy weather we enjoyed the wide open space in the kitchen/dining area with lovely views of crashing waves and a couple of sunsets and a table large enough to play games, build Lego etc while preparing a Christmas dinner and other meals for which there were plenty of cooking utensils and dishes.We then cosied up around the log fire in the sitting room in the evening. The place was spotless with plenty of permutations for bedrooms and alternative small spaces to get away from it all if required. Despite the weather we enjoyed our walks. Only downside if you want to stream programmes is that the WiFi is not very fast; ok for checking e-mails and basic web browsing etc. Would love to come back in the summer but its fully booked! Surprise, surprise.

Beltie Lodge is a brilliant house for a family get together.

We had three generations there who enjoyed a lovely large garden for games and what a view from the large kitchen diner! Beds, bedding, towels and plenty of lovely bathrooms with showers. In the kitchen everything you needed to prepare food for a big family only wee moan would be a dripping tap(we had left one at home doing the same) but hardly a problem. Lovely welcome pack and lots of other wee extras that made this a weeks holiday we will not forget and in a beautiful area. Thank you

Beautiful property, sympathetically renovated and upgraded - the kitchen/dining/garden room is stunning and definately the 'centre' of the house.

Some things on the walls would help soften the acoustics as it was a bit difficult for those with hearing aids; four generations in our group. The walled garden is a great safe space for little ones to play.

The house was amazing, but the main shower near the garage, the drain struggled to take away the water, the water was upto your ankles.

Baby frogs were getting in through a gap in the corner of the right hand door near dresser. They were cute but nearly got stood on. Would be handy if there was 1 more bin liner for free standing bin. Holiday was still great though. Thanks

Beltie Lodge is a beautiful house and the garden and views are fantastic.

It was great for all our family; everyone from 76 to 6 had a great holiday. The kitchen/diner was the best we have ever seen in a holiday house and we have been coming up to Dumfries and Galloway for nearly 40 years. The store room was a great surprise and there is a bbq and lots of outdoor games in it. We have already booked for 2023 and looking forward to it.

Fabulous property.

This house is in a great location. This was not our first visit to the area so we were aware of the many activities on offer. It’s clear the house has undergone a complete renovation and to a very high standard. It’s a great space for a large family group. The kitchen dining area is especially good and proved to be the central point of the house for us. It was a pleasure to cook in a kitchen which felt like a home from home, with plenty of good quality utensils, cutlery and crockery. Something which is usually lacking in holiday rentals. The piano, and mezzanine with sofa and tv were great for the kids to have their own space. All the showers were brilliant. The drying cupboard and area for wet gear was ideal, considering the Scottish weathers unpredictability. This house really made our holiday. Highly recommended.

Beltie Lodge was perfect for our three-generation family holiday (with dog.

) The setting was secluded , with beautiful views which changed every day with the weather.The large kitchen-dining area provided a great space for our family meals, with a dresser full of crockery, a huge drawer of cutlery and almost everything we needed to cook large meals. We were a little sad the breakfast bar seats weren’t there, as pictured on the web site! The kids (9-14yrs) took over the TV in the mezzanine area and it was great for them to have their own spread-out area. I think we all struggled somewhat with the lack of decent wi-fi, but managed to identify the key spots in the house when we needed, and it did mean the kids spent more time in the garden! Having a piano was a real bonus and was well-used over the week. We spent every evening in the cosy sitting room, watching the TV or playing board games (and occasionally falling out!) We tried the drying cupboard in the boot room but it didn’t really provide any effective heat. A washing basket and drying rack would have been useful. We all agreed we would love to stay in Beltie Lodge again.

We had a fantastic time staying at this beautiful property!

We are a family of 12 - 8 adults and 4 children. The house was very clean, comfortable and well equipped, situated in a stunning location! Susan was very helpful and provided us with information on the local area and with ideas on how to keep 4 children entertained! We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would recommend

Great house, location and surrounding area.

Thanks for a great stay. The dining kitchen area worked perfectly with kids, as did the big enclosed garden. Hope to be back someday...

Fabulous house which suited our needs perfectly.

Children adults and dog had a ball. Great kitchen with high quality equipment and extremely well appointed. Only one small criticism! The shower on the upper floor would benefit from a shelf to hold toiletries. Difficult for my husband to bend to retrieve soap, shampoo etc. Susan was a gem. Very helpful and informative. The provision of a BBQ enhanced our stay during a beautiful week weatherwise Thank you for letting us enjoy the house in such a lovely location.

Beltie Lodge, or Garden Cottage as it is known locally, is a delightful house set in an idyllic location on the coast.

It is extremely comfortable and the caretakers have gone to lengths to implement robust COVID mitigation measures. Our party comprised three families with two dogs and the house easily accommodated us all. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and, consequently, I would gladly recommend this property.