Saltflats Cottage - Rockcliffe, Rockcliffe Near Dalbeattie

Dumfries and Galloway. Sleeps up to 4

Dalbeattie 6.9 miles. Resting within the heart of Rockcliffe near the attractive country town of Dalbeattie, Kirkcudbrightshire lies Saltflats Cottage, a charming two-bedroom cottage which has been carefully maintained by the National Trust for Scotland. Benefitting from off-road parking, stunning sea views and a well-equipped kitchen/diner, Saltflats Cottage welcomes four guests, ideal for a family or group of friends seeking to explore all that this lovely region has to offer. After a long day exploring your surroundings, kick back and relax in the homely sitting room ready to click on the Smart TV and catch up on your favourite shows; allow your other half to get to grips with a fantastic range of appliances in the contemporary-style kitchen prior to settling down at the beautiful dining table, where you can enjoy a more formal dining experience over a cold glass of wine. If you prefer to dine alfresco, venture outside to your very own patio with a glass of your favourite tipple and take in the beautiful coastal views. When sleep calls, luxuriate in the sleek ground-floor bathroom, treating yourself to a warm shower or indulgent soak, before heading to a double or twin bedroom to catch some well-deserved rest. After savouring your morning coffee, start your day’s activities at Rockcliffe Beach, a lovely location that allows you to completely appreciate the area’s undisturbed beauty while taking in the sun’s rays throughout the warmer months. Rockcliffe is located on one of Scotland's most beautiful coastlines, stretching along the Solway Firth on the southern edge of Dumfries and Galloway. Part of a National Scenic Area, this National Trust for Scotland nature reserve is fringed with wildflowers and dotted with sailing villages; explore The Jubilee Path, leading to the lovely coastal village of Kippford, home to two inviting pubs. In addition to the Dalbeattie Museum Trust, in Dalbeattie you can also make the most of several shops and pubs, perfect for stocking up on the self-catering essentials or treating your family to some hearty fare when you don’t feel like cooking. Originally known for its granite quarry, which exported stone all over the world, it also offers a plethora of outdoor activities with the world-famous 7stanes mountain biking complex, as well as forest walks in Glentrool, where you can follow in the footsteps of Richard Hannay in The Thirty Nine Steps. Slightly further afield you will find the market town of Castle Douglas, also a designated Food Town with an abundance of local retailers that either produce or sell quality food and drink in addition to many independent retailers. Discover Threave Garden, a breath-taking National Trust for Scotland location on the outskirts of Castle Douglas where you can delight in a leisurely walk or have a family picnic amidst the picturesque backdrops.The region of Dumfries & Galloway is a stunning part of Scotland, with an undulating coastline of rocky shoreline and sandy beaches, acres of forest and green spaces and an abundance of outdoor activities, history and cultural attractions for you to discover.During your getaway at Saltflats Cottage, discover all that Scotland has to offer.Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1060517 and 1076590 together sleeping 17 guests.