PLEASE NOTE - THE 3 BED LODGE, GLEN ROE LODGE, WILL NO LONGER HAVE A HOT TUB FROM 2ND JAN '25 ONWARDS AND IS PRICED ACCORDINGLY
A spacious and fully equipped 3 bedroom lodge ( GLEN ROE - 3 x double bedroom & 2 bathrooms, no hot tub) or 2 bedroom (GLEN BAY - 1 x SuperKing & Twin) lodge with own private Hot Tub on a peaceful and private farmstay deep in the East Ayrshire countryside with lots of friendly animals such as dogs, cats, horses, Shetlands, goats, Highland coos with pet Valais Blacknose sheep and chickens also on site as well as the surrounding wildlife. The peaceful Lodges are detached & private with the River Nith running through the farm grounds. There is plenty to do with entertainment for all the family both on and off site. The West facing terraces with garden furniture or the private hot tub (Glen Bay) are perfect for sitting in and watching the busy bird life, animals and sunsets from. You can meet all the animals here too as well as book a private farm tour where you can go around with the owner, Cat, and get more personal introductions to the animals, find out more about them, as well as feed them some of their allowed treats and get selfies with them. During certain seasons bottle feeding some of the new arrivals (lambs or goats) here is also available. (additional costs for these experiences apply and please note they may not always be available if only staying for 2 nights due to workload on the farm) Once evening arrives, why not sit in the hot tub (Glen Bay) or the sunset facing decking at Glen Roe, watching the stunning clear skies at night or get the fire pit going (wood available on site)? Being so near the Galloway Forest Park (first park in the UK to get the much coveted Dark Sky Status) means the clear skies are simply stunning with no light pollution. There's plenty to do indoors too with a smart tv, dvd player, wifi, board games and books to keep you entertained. Walks can be taken straight from the door, down to the beautiful river Nith (fishing available during open seasons), or surrounding area with wildlife, incl birds of prey, herons, Roe deer and otters. A haven for bird watchers and photographers or those who love animals & peace!
I moved to Scotland 5 years ago with my gorgeous dog, Dali, an 8 year old Dalmatian who will want to say hello and have a cuddle with you. In the 5 years or so that I have been here I have rehomed a number of rescue animals who now live a pampered life of luxury including 3 other Dalmatian crosses as well as another 2 Dalmatians, 2 cats, Shetlands, horses as well as hatching my own rare breed chickens, the eggs of which guests receive a complimentary half dozen on check in (depending on Seasonal Availability). There are also some incredibly friendly bottle fed goats as well as two new arrivals with a couple of Highland Coos recently welcomed to the farm. I have also started breeding my own flock of very friendly Valais Blacknose sheep, reknown for being the cutest and friendliest sheep on the planet who will usually run up to say hello! My herd of very friendly Boer goats have been with me since a few days old as they were either rejected or too many for mum so have all been raised as pets and bottle fed here (guests have had a great time bottle feeding them!) and are the friendlist goats you will ever meet! All the pet sheep and goats absolutely adore a good scratch and cuddles from guests! During your stay you are very welcome to get a farm tour and get introductions to all the animals here. I'm usually somewhere surrounded by them!
Please note that is a working farm and equestrian site with a river flowing on the boundary so children must ALWAYS be supervised and accompanied by an adult member of your party whenever they are outside the lodge. Also, the dogs cannot be shut away for your stay. Although they are incredibly friendly, if you or your party do not like dogs, this may not be the best place for your vacation as they love coming up to the lodges to say hello and get a cuddle.
All bed linen is provided however towels are not so please bring your own and spares are a good idea so you always have dry ones for the hot tub. If towels are needed they can be provided for a £20 fee.
Dumfries House, recently bought and redone by Prince Charles, is just outside of New Cumnock as are a range of beautiful walks. The Ayrshire Coastal Path, a 100-mile long coastal walk with one of the finest panoramic coastlines in the British Isles, a short drive away. There are golf courses around and a local spa if you fancy a day of pampering. Ayr's sandy beach and popular beachside town is under an hour away and what about panning for gold at Wanlockhead? If you are a fan of Scotland's own Robert Burns there are plenty of memorials and museums celebrating him & his works. Or maybe you'd like to go for an experience day with a local farm's gorgeous Clydesdales at the Blackstone Clydesdales? If any of your party fancy doing some horse riding there are plenty of recommended riding schools in the area. Galloway Forest Park, the largest forest in the UK as well as the first park given the much coveted status of a Dark Skies Park is a short drive away with gorgeous scenery & wildlife. Glasgow is just over an hour away for a day out in town. Ayrshire's history is beautifully on display with nearby Drumlanrig and Culzean castles.
Additional Information
- Deposit: 30.00%
- Check In Time: 16:00
- Check Out Time: 10:00