The Stables

The unique feature of The Stables is its location in the grounds of the Adam-style Arbigland House with historic links to American Independence and the Scottish Enlightenment. Arbigland Gardens are open to the public four afternoons a week, but residents are free to roam round the 24 acres at any time. Because there is sea on three sides, the Gardens’ local climate is particularly mild. The space The unique feature of The Stables is its location in the grounds of the Adam-style Arbigland House with historic links to American Independence and the Scottish Enlightenment. Garden, with 200 year-old trees and an astonishing array of camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas, hidden away are a series of different garden areas, including a Japanese garden, a lake and a sunken rose garden with a pavilion built by Italian prisoners-of-war. Wildlife abounds, including deer and red squirrels, but the peace and quiet are only really broken by the chatter of birds and the occasional outburst from the resident cockerel. The Stables is Grade B listed and was refurbished and modernised in 2019. It is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2 kitchen unit that forms one quarter of the 17th century stable yard next to the Grade A listed Arbigland House, where the owners live. Accommodation at Coachmans Cottage: Sleeping 10 in 4 bedrooms over two floors: Ground Floor: Entrance Hallway with step down to Sitting room; Kitchen with range cooker and currently allowing dining up to 10 with an additional breakfast bar for 4; King size bedroom with Zip & Link beds which can become a twin (please let us know your preference on booking); Shower room with toilet. First Floor: Landing; Double bedroom with 5' bed and en suite bathroom; Double bedroom; Family room with 2 Double beds or 4 singles (please let us know your preference on booking); Bathroom Accommodation at Grooms Cottage: Sleeping 3 + 1 in 2 bedrooms over two floors: Ground Floor: Entrance Hallway; Open living area comprising sitting room with wood burning stove (Initial basket of logs supplied) and single sofa bed; Kitchen and dining area; Utility room with washer/dryer. First Floor: Landing; Double bedroom; Bathroom; Single bedroom Other things to note The Stables accepts bookings with an any day arrival, with short breaks are welcome throughout the year STL: DG00200F EPC: F Facilities: Central heating & electricity included * Bed linen & towels provided * Washer/drier* Large Fridge/Freezer (separate at Grooms Cottage) * Microwave * Wifi * TV * DVD Player * Initial basket of logs supplied for wood burning stove at Grooms Cottage * Courtyard and 24 acre shared garden with lake and beach * Garden furniture * Parking * Cot and highchair available on request * 4 dogs welcome. EXTRAS: Charges apply per dog per week/part week Registration Details DG00200F