Maberry Cottage

Galloway Forest Park lies within 10 minutes' drive, making Maberry Cottage a straightforward base for dark-sky stargazing—the forest holds Gold Tier designation since 2009—or tackling the region's mountain bike routes. The 7 Stanes trails are accessible, Glentrool sits 20 minutes away by car, and Kirroughtree is a 30-minute drive. Golfers will find 30 courses scattered across the area. Newton Stewart, with its shops and services, is 9 miles off. The property stands on 18 acres with the River Bladnoch along its boundary, where fishing can be arranged; a hot tub overlooks the grounds.

Maberry Cottage is a single-storey building sleeping four across a double bedroom, a pull-down single bed in the living room, and a day bed that extends into two singles. The kitchen has an electric hob and oven, microwave and fridge for self-catering. A bathroom with bath and shower serves the property. Essentials like electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi are included, plus a welcome pack. Parking for two cars sits on-site; there is a bike store and a garden with furniture. Pets stay free. No smoking.