Experience the serenity of High Threave Cottage, a country retreat on a working farm with lovely views towards the Galloway Hills. Relax in the enclosed back garden with sitting-out area and BBQ, or unwind in one of two bathrooms after exploring nearby Newton Stewart or Wigtown.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
High Threave Cottage
Set quietly on a working farm with lovely views out towards the Galloway Hills perfect for a relaxing holiday in beautiful countryside.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Electric Fire
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Welcome pack. Travel cot and highchair available on request.. Enclosed back garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ (charcoal). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. High Threave Cottage is a delightful country cottage set quietly on a working farm with lovely views out over the Galloway countryside. High Threave Cottage is spacious with lovely bright rooms with open views from every room in the house. All on the ground floor, there is a large sitting room with comfortable sofas, two good sized bedrooms, dining room, kitchen and two bathrooms it is ideal for couples or a family alike.
Outside at High Threave Cottage is a treat where you can sit on the private decking looking out over the farm enjoying watching the animals and wildlife. Whilst in a lovely rural location High Threave Cottage is only ten minutes from Newton Stewart, a picturesque little market town known as “The Gateway to the Galloway Hills” where you will find a variety of shops, restaurants, cafés, and pubs. Wigtown, Scotland’s National Book Town, is also only a short, 10 minute car journey away and for those who want to travel further afield, we are close to Cairnryan Port, which regularly runs ferries and/or day trips to Northern Ireland. Surrounded by miles of quiet country lanes, High Threave Cottage is the ideal location for walkers and cyclists and is close to Kirroughtree and the renowned 7Stanes mountain bike trails for the more adventurous.
With the Galloway Forest and Dark Skies Park only a short drive away High Threave Cottage is ideally placed to explore the beauty of Southwest Scotland and the many attractions and activities it has to offer. This area of Dumfries and Galloway, known as ‘The Machars’, boasts rugged coastlines and secluded sandy beaches which benefit from the warmth of the passing Gulf stream and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery, offering an ideal base from which to explore the Machars Peninsula and the Galloway hills.
Property amenities
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number DG00904F
About the area
Located in Newton Stewart, this cottage is in a rural area. Swallow Theatre and Stranraer Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Newton Stewart Golf Club and 7stanes - Kirroughtree. Gkenwhan Gardens and Laggan Outdoor are also worth visiting. Visit our Newton Stewart travel guide
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Torhouse Stone Circle, Wigtown Square and Newton Stewart Golf Club. Blackcraig Wood and 7stanes - Kirroughtree are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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High Threave Cottage Reviews
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A great quiet location, with pretty much everything you could ask for equipment wise.
A great quiet location, with pretty much everything you could ask for equipment wise.The hosts are very friendly and helpful.
John Seaton
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura Britton
7 Oct 2025
LOVED this holiday, its been truly life changing.
LOVED this holiday, its been truly life changing. The hosts are amazing, very welcoming and friendly. Fantastic views,
Laura Britton
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan Dickinson
2 Sept 2025
A very spacious, comfortable, well equipped cottage.
A very spacious, comfortable, well equipped cottage. Beautiful open views, star filled skies on clear nights. Made very welcome by hosts Isobel and Willie.
Nice property. Wonderful hosts. Great welcome pack. Lovely quiet area.
Martin H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Judith Elliott
8 May 2025
We visited High Threave in the summer and enjoyed it so much we decided to book again for the autumn
We visited High Threave in the summer and enjoyed it so much we decided to book again for the autumn. The cottage was cosy and comfortable - just as we remembered.
Judith Elliott
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ruth Bean
5 Sept 2025
We were very impressed with the accommodation, absolutely everything one could want & all so welcomi
We were very impressed with the accommodation, absolutely everything one could want & all so welcoming.Lovely hosts.We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the area, which we had researched beforehand. Brilliant.