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Orroland Lodge Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway

Orroland Lodge, with its magnificent cliff-top position, spacious and elegant rooms, and high standards of comfort and convenience, was built around 1900 as a holiday house for the owners of Orroland Estate. It sits very near the edge of a steeply wooded slope some 120 feet above Orroland Bay on the Solway Firth, with a commanding view across the firth to the Cumberland hills. It is surrounded by its own grounds in a remarkably sheltered and sunny spot. It is approached by nearly a mile of private road, winding down the hill through the farm, which is devoted to the rearing of grass fed cattle and sheep. A walk round the farm will reveal spectacular views in all directions, while the grounds contain interesting features including a snail mound and small stocked loch with a pavilion, popular for picnics and barbecues.

Galloway is the mildest corner of Scotland with many famous gardens to visit including the National Trust garden at Threave, only 12 miles away. There are dramatic coastal walks, miles of forestry access to explore as well as the high hills. Drive round on our relatively quiet roads taking in the unique landscape of rolling pastures dotted with lochs and woods, with the hills always in the background. The towns and villages abound with interesting things to do and see. There are an astonishing number of summer events each year as well as adventure playgrounds, a wildlife park in Kirkcudbright, art galleries and various museums. Golfers can choose from more than 30 golf courses with many good rivers and lochs to spoil the fishermen.

The area has played its full part in the turbulent history of Scotland - Robert the Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots and of course Robert Burns all left their clues for you to follow. Christianity found its origin in Scotland through St Ninian at Whithorn. Dumfries and Galloway is the gateway to Scotland, stretching from Gretna Green to Stranraer, more than 100 miles to the west. Glasgow and Edinburgh are little more than two hours drive away. This is an idyllic large holiday house in Scotland.

Sleeps - 14 Bedrooms - 7 (2 doubles with ensuites, 5 twins) 3 bathrooms, 3 shower rooms Aga 2 Dishwashers Washing machine/drier Microwave TV, radio, DVD, CD 1 open fire, 1 woodburning stove Dining table which can seat 30 Private grounds Garden furniture and barbecue Pets welcome Wi-Fi internet access Pool table

Kirkcudbright – 9 miles Prestwick Airport – 60 miles Train station, Dumfries – 25 miles Choice of pubs and restaurants within 10 miles Golf courses – nearest 9 miles Forest walks – 4 miles Riding – 5 miles Fishing on the estate Private access to the seashore Sailing nearby Swimming pools in Castle Douglas and Kirkcudbright Castles, houses of interest, museums and art galleries

  

Accommodation:
Orroland Lodge is a fine example of a Victorian shooting lodge providing self-catering accommodation of a very high standard. On the ground floor there is a spacious drawing room with open fire, the well appointed kitchen complete with Aga and breakfast seating and a large dining/party room (which can accommodate up to 30 people for wedding receptions / anniversaries). Also on the ground floor is the pantry, larder and utility room. One of the double bedrooms is downstairs plus 2 twin-bedded bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

The upper floor is accessed by two staircases each leading to 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. The furnishings and fitments are of a very high standard and well maintained. The lodge is surrounded by lawns and garden, with a terrace leading out from the dining room. It has private access to the seashore, and the careful watcher will see an abundance of wildlife.

Directions:
Once in Dumfries and Galloway, Orroland is signposted towards the sea, off the main road, the A711, which runs from Dumfries (25 miles) to Kirkcudbright (9 miles). Having reached Orroland estate the lodge is furthest down the drive towards the sea.


What's included:
All bed linen and towels are provided. Electricity and logs for the fires are included. The first 50 hours of heating is included and then there is an hourly rate. Dogs are welcome with a max of 3; the charge is £10 each. A large kennel and run are provided.

Cost and availability.
The cottage is rented out year round. Short breaks are available.
Weekly lets are generally Saturday-Saturday; arrival 4pm and departure by 10am.

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