Pets welcome Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The Knowe is a stunning large self catering holiday house situated at Portpatrick Harbour.
The Knowe has 8 bedrooms, 6 with en suite bath/shower rooms and has recently been refurbished and extended to house a newly fitted kitchen. The property also has a large living room with wood burner, a smaller TV lounge and a conservatory with stunning views over the harbour and Irish Sea to Ireland and the Isle of Man.
The garden to the rear is enclosed providing privacy for parties staying in The Knowe.
Portpatrick is a bustling yacht and fishing conservation village and has been a popular holiday destination for many years retaining the character and atmosphere rarely found in many holiday resorts.
The Knowe at Portpatrick offers the ideal opportunity for large groups of friends or extended families to get away together and enjoy the many activities the village and surrounding area has to offer. You will also be able to explore the attractive craft shops and sample the delicious food served in friendly harbourside pubs and restaurants.
The Knowe at Portpatrick Harbour
View of Porpatrick - charming fishing port
Newly extended kitchen
Lounge
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The South/Borders region
Portpatrick and the Rhins of Galloway offer plenty of activities to keep any visitor occupied for the duration of their stay. For an exciting day out why not visit:
Mull of Galloway Visitor Centre Scotlands most southerly point RSPB Nature Reserve Lighthouse Visitors Centre and recently opened Gallie Craig Coffee House
Logan Fish Pond and Marine Life Centre Victorian fish ladder, touch pools and cave aquarium. Logan Fish Pond has been open for more than 200 years and is a unique visitor attraction you will not want to miss Creetown General Museum Leading independent museum of its kind in the UK
Bladnoch Distillery Bladnoch Distillery and Visitors Centre houses the most southerly distillery in Scotland
Stenaline Why not use Portpatrick as your base and travel on a day trip to Ireland from nearby Cairnryan Port
Gardens Ardwell Gardens boasts a large variety of Azaleas, Camellias and Rhododendrons. Logan Botanic Gardens one of the national botanic gardens of Scotland and one of the most exotic gardens in the country. Dunskey Gardens walled and woodland gardens. Castle Kennedy Gardens part of Stair Estates. The gardens extend to 30 hectares. Glenwhan Gardens Gardens stand on the hill of Dunragit 6 miles south of Stranraer. 12 acres of gardens
Golf Portpatrick/Dunskey Golf Club Portpatrick Golf Club is situated approximately 2 minutes from The Knowe. Offering both 18 hole and 9 hole golf courses. Both courses have stunning views. Due to the temperate climate golf is played all year round. The Club is renowned for its friendly welcome to visitors. Stranraer Golf Club The course has stunning views over the Isle of Arran and Ailsa Craig. It is a superb course. Lagganmore Golf Club A new course laid out on agricultural land near to Portpatrick. This is an 18 hole course. Wigtownshire County Golf Course A true links course with 18 holes situated on the shores of the scenic Luce Bay.
Activities Ryan Centre Swimming Pool and Leisure Centre in Stranraer approximately 10 minutes away. The Ryan Centre also includes a theatre and cinema, games hall, childens soft play area etc. Curling During the winter months curling can be played at the North West Castle Hotel in Stranraer. Castle and Houses. Kirkmadrine early Christian stones Situation of the oldest Christian site on the rhins of Galloway with a church established as early as the 5th century. Glens of Sabie Stunning property founded around 1192 with an exhibition of objects excavated on site.
Dumfries and Galloway / Portpatrick area
Portpatrick is a conservation village which is widely known as the Jewel in the Crown of Dumfries and Galloway. Loved by many as a holiday destination for years Portpatrick retains the charm as a bustling yacht and fishing village with attractive craft shops and friendly harbourside pubs and restaurants.
The following activities are located within one minute from the front door of The Knowe at Portpatrick Harbour: Putting green, Tennis courts, Bowling green, Children's play park, Gift shops, Beach, Sea fishing, Boat trips and a number of excellent restaurants and family friendly pubs.
How to get there
Contact the owner for further details on the best way to reach this property.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Glasgow International: 75 km
Railway:
Stranraer: 15 km
Ferry:
Cairnryan: 15 km
Activities near Dumfries and Galloway
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Single beds (8), Double beds (4), Dining seating for 16, Sleeps maximum of 16
Other:
Linen provided, please check with the owner regarding towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden
Further details indoors: Lounge large lounge with ample seating, colour TV, DVD, wood burner.
Conservatory large conservatory with cane furniture.
Living area sofa, TV and DVD player
8 bedrooms 4 double and 4 twins, 6 with en-suite facilities- 5 of the en-suite bedrooms have views over Portpatrick Harbour.
Kitchen a new extension has been built to house the dining kitchen. A newly fitted Alno kitchen with range cooker, fridge / freezer, toaster, kettle, microwave, dishwasher, washer / dryer and ample kitchen crockery and utensils for 16. The kitchen area also provides a kitchen table and seating for up to 16. With ceiling to floor windows the outlook over the garden to the Irish Sea is stunning.
Further details outdoors: Front patio area supplied with garden furniture.
Rear garden garden furniture provided.
Further details
Rates include bed linen but exclude electricity, oil and towels. Towels can be hired at a charge of £3 per person per week.
Cots and highchairs are available on request.
We welcome one well behaved dog. Unfortunately we do not accept dogs under 1 year old. There is a charge of £15 per additional dog.
Dogs must be kept under strict control and must not foul the property.
Dogs must have their own bedding and must be kept off furniture.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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11/01/08 to 14/03/08
11 Jan 08
21 Mar 08
1200£ 1,200
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21/03/08 to 04/04/08
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11 Apr 08
1800£ 1,800
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11/04/08 to 25/04/08
11 Apr 08
2 May 08
1350£ 1,350
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02/05/08 to 16/05/08
2 May 08
23 May 08
1650£ 1,650
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23/05/08
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30 May 08
1800£ 1,800
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30/05/08 to 20/06/08
30 May 08
27 Jun 08
1650£ 1,650
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27/06/08 to 22/08/08
27 Jun 08
29 Aug 08
2000£ 2,000
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29/08/08 to 03/10/08
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10 Oct 08
1650£ 1,650
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10/10/08 to 25/10/08
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31 Oct 08
1650£ 1,650
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31/10/08 to 12/12/08
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22 Dec 08
1200£ 1,200
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Christmas
22 Dec 08
29 Dec 08
2200£ 2,200
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New Year
29 Dec 08
5 Jan 09
3000£ 3,000
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Short breaks of 3 or 4 nights are available for all dates except school holidays when the minimum booking period is for one week. Please enquire about pricing for short breaks.
A 25% deposit is required at time of booking with the balance due 6 weeks before your arrival date.
To book please email the dates you require with your full address and details of your party.
Availability notes
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Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/25730
Contact details for home 25730
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Lynne Sinclair
Tel:
+44 (0)1655 770665
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Advertiser joined: 4 Apr 2006 This property added: 9 Jan 2008
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