Stinchar Cottage, Ballantrae

Situated on the edge of the village of Ballantrae, both the pub and the shop are within easy walking distance. The pretty garden runs down to the River between the old and new bridges. The cottage is perfect for a couple with one lovely double bedroom and en-suite shower. The cottage is close to the road and, therefore, can be noisy if traffic is bad. The space Originally the toll cottage for the old bridge over the River Stinchar this cottage is situated at the edge of the friendly village of Ballantrae with the shop and pub within easy walking distance. The cottage is within a historic conservation area and has been completely and uniquely renovated. There is a pretty garden which slopes down to the river between the old and new bridges. From the garden there is direct access on to the river path which is a great favourite for dogs. This south-facing cottage looks straight on to the river and across the countryside to the sea. Stinchar Cottage features a large galleried living room with a double height pitched ceiling revealing the limed wood roof timbers, really comfortable sofa and chairs, a dining and kitchen area and a cosy wood-burning stove. From the main door you enter through a utilty area with pegs for coats and a separate cloakroom. At the far end of the sitting room there is a double bedroom with king size bed and en-suite shower room with a huge shower. The open-plan simple gallery room (for two) has twin beds and is reached by a retractable ladder from the sitting room – some nimbleness is required and it is not suitable for children under 8 or the elderly. Guest access Ground Floor: Large open-plan living room with dining area and kitchen. Double bedroom with king-sized bed and en-suite shower room. Utility room. Cloakroom. Gallery Floor: Extra twin bedroom accessed by ladder from the reception room - not suitable for children under 8 or the elderly. (£25 per bed). Utilities: TV, Freeview, DVD player, wifi, dishwasher, fridge, fan oven, microwave, ceramic hob, open log fire (logs provided), central heating, cotton bed linen, large towels. Extras: Well-behaved dogs are very welcome, charged at £20. Other things to note Ballantrae and its surrounding district of Carrick lies in the south-west part of the southern uplands of Scotland. It is a beautiful unspoilt region of hills and heather, with a magnificent coastline looking across to Ailsa Craig, Arran, the Mull of Kintyre and Northern Ireland. Ballantrae is a beautiful small coastal village situated at the mouth of the River Stinchar. The name Ballantrae comes from the Gaelic meaning ‘village on the estuary’ and traditionally it formed the border with Galloway. In the 19th century it was an important fishing village and a large red sandstone harbour was built. Ballantrae sits on a narrow coastal plain where the River Stinchar flows into the sea. This is a wild and unspoilt region of hills and heather with a rocky coastline looking across to Ailsa Craig, the Mull of Kintyre and Northern Ireland. Today Ballantrae is a friendly place with a village shop (including post office) open every day of the week and a good pub, The Kings Arms. There are supermarkets in Girvan, Stranraer and Ayr and Asda will deliver to the cottages – so if you are organised you can arrange delivery for when you arrive. Everyday essentials can be found at the village shop. There is even a local spa where you can be pampered, the staff at Pebbles will help you unwind and get into holiday mode. All in all Ballantrae is an ideal place for a holiday and promises a blissful escape from the stresses and strains of 21st century life.