CREE LODGE

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Cree Lodge is a two bedroom, two bathroom lodge with an open plan living space. The modern interior has beautiful views over the Solway Firth and is located close to the village of Creetown, with the local town of Newton Stewart nearby, with its many shops restaurants, cafés and pubs.

This property has LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request.

The enclosed lawned garden with patio, decked area, garden furniture and BBQ is perfect for spending time outdoors. Hot tub for four (private). Two dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times as the lodge is located on a working farm. Stabling for horses (by prior arrangement). Bike store. Private parking for two cars. No smoking.

Situated on a working sheep and dairy farm, stabling is also available by prior arrangement, should you wish to bring your horse along too. The lodge is enviably located at the edge of the Galloway Forest Park, Britain’s largest forest park with three hundred square miles of wild beauty just waiting to be explored. The park boasts tranquil valleys, rugged rock faces, forest, moorland, lochs and ancient woodland alongside a huge diversity of wildlife including red and roe deer, wild goats and many birds of prey.

The park has also been awarded the status of one of only four Dark Sky Parks in the western world, and when the sun sets enthusiasts come to wonder at the universe revealed above. Dalmellington at the far end of the park is home to the Scottish Dark Observatory, and for the outdoor enthusiast nearby Galloway offers hill walking, mountain biking and water-sports, with many renowned gardens and ancient woodland to explore with a chance to glimpse the abundant wildlife.

The towns of Castle Douglas, ‘the food town’, Gatehouse of Fleet and Kirkcudbright, ‘the artist’s town’ are all within a short drive. Gatehouse of Fleet offers a wider range of places to eat and drink, and there are many attractions in and around the town including the ‘Mill on the Fleet’ Visitor Centre, Cardoness Castle and the popular Laggan Outdoor Activity Centre, home to one of Europe’s longest zip wires. Kirkcudbright attracts visitors throughout the year drawn by the harbour, its historic high street and the diverse range of annual events and visitor attractions. The popular programme of summer festivities culminates with the spectacular Tattoo, an event not to be missed. Beach 7 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Cree Lodge can be booked together with Willow Lodge to accommodate up to 8 guests.