The Old Post Office
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About the home
Once the village shop and post office, and now offering very stylish accommodation with a light and fresh seaside theme, The Old Post Office directly overlooks and is a few steps from a delightful sandy beach. Located in the lovely coastal village of Powfoot, with its charming mix of late Victorian red brick houses and fisherman's cottages, however you prefer to relax, there is something here for you!
There is a fantastic privately-hired spa in the village with outdoor hot tub, steam sauna and pool with a current - various pampering packages are available. There is a local shop (a mile up the road subject to their opening times) along with an excellent pub/restaurant providing good food (this is located in the golf hotel in the village.) The village also benefits from a challenging 18 hole links golf course. Walking, cycling (Sustrans Cycleway and the world class 7 Stanes mountainbiking trails are nearby,) fishing and bird watching are also popular pursuits (the area benefits from overwintering birds such as the Barnacle Geese who fly thousands of miles every year to spend their winter on the Solway Firth.) The cottage is also very popular with honeymooners due to its central location to various local wedding venues including Gretna, Comlongon Castle and Caerlaverock Castle (4 poster bed provided.)
Powfoot is on the Galloway Tourist route, an amazing coastal drive which takes you to castles and abbeys of amazing beauty and interest. Easy day trips to other popular towns and villages in Dumfries and Galloway and also very accessible to the Northern Lake District and the famous Hadrian's Wall.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 5, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Powfoot |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Single beds (1), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
*One of beds is a king size 4 poster bed (luxury/honeymoon package available - please enquire for further details.)
*xbox and selection of games available to hire - please enquire
*radio
*Only a walk to nearest golf course
*CD player described is the DVD player which also plays CD's.
Further details outdoors:
*2 gardens - front with direct sea views. Large private garden at the rear with sun patio and garden furniture.
*picnic basket and blanket
Further details
Comprehensive tourist information can be found in the property.
Privately hired spa is not open for the month of December.
Conditions
Sorry we do not accept all male or all female parties (as per stag or hen parties.)
*A non-refundable deposit of £130.00 is required to secure a booking. The full balance is due by 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the booking. If a booking is made within 8 weeks of the commencement of the holiday, the full balance will be due.
*A well-behaved dog is welcome subject to a refundable £75.00 'pet deposit.' Please note pets are not allowed upstairs or on soft furnishings, or to be left unattended in the living room/kitchen area.
*Arrival time is 4pm, departure by 10am latest to allow for changeover and cleaning (it may be possible to arrange alternative times out of high season - please enquire.)
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The Dumfries and Galloway region
Dumfries and Galloway, often referred to as 'Scotland's best-kept secret' or the 'Scottish Riviera' is wonderfully unspoilt and full of surprises. With a coastline that is warmed by the Gulf Stream, making it a great destination year round, it is a region of stunning scenery, many rugged sandy coves and secret beaches, rolling hills, historical sites and Castles, forest parks and trails, picturesque villages and fishing ports, and impressive gardens with spectacular species. It offers a plentiful choice of outdoor activities both on water and land, including some fine golf courses to boot. Wildlife, some rare, are also in abundance here, being indigenous to the area.
Smoked produce is a speciality of these parts. Naturally, in an area where fresh local produce is of paramount importance, you will find no end of good good outlets ranging from snack bars to haute cuisine restaurants. Parallel's have been drawn to Cornwall but without the traffic and queues!
The Powfoot area
Powfoot is a great base to enjoy the whole of the region, however it also has it's own closer to home attractions. The large sandy beach is a few steps from the cottage. There is a challenging 18-hole links golf course 5 minutes from the property, along with a privately-hired spa. The spa has a pool with current, a massaging hot tub and traditional steam sauna. Various pampering packages can also be booked (we have a special package arranged exclusively for our guests which offers fantastic savings - please enquire for further details.)
Lovely walks or cycle rides can be taken from Powfoot itself (the Sustrans Cycleway passes by in nearby Annan and is good for cyclists both experienced and new. If mountainbiking is more your thing, the world class 7 stanes trails can be found nearby with Mabie being the nearest (Mabie Farm Park is a particular family favourite.) There is an outdoor activity centre in nearby Annan offering quad biking, go karting, paintballing, 4x4 driving etc.
Powfoot also has its own share of indigenous wildlife, most notably the rare and protected Natterjack toad and the Barnacle Geese who flock to the area for the winter. Nearby Annan has a good range of shops and restaurants, and it is only a 20 minute drive to Dumfries or a 30 minute drive to Carlisle.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Newcastle: 130 km |
| Railway: | Annan: 5 km |
| Ferry: | Stranraer: 147 km |
Powfoot is extremely accessible by car from the major road networks (A75, M6/A74(M,) A69.) Directions will be given upon confirmation of booking.
Glasgow airport is 155 km (approx 1hr 40 mins,) Edinburgh airport is 180 km (approx 2hrs) and Newcastle airport is 130 km (approx 1hr 30 mins.) Very inexpensive flights can be found and a good choice of car hire companies can be found at all of these airports.
Nearest Bus Routes: Powfoot - Annan - Dumfries - Carlisle
Activities near Powfoot
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf less than 15 mins walk
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 04 Nov 2011 |
its amazing to wake up and see the beach from the living room window its lovely to look out onto the ocean and see the never ending view. we went for a lovely walk on the beach front and through the gardens to the front of the property. we bumped into a few of the locals who were extremely warm and approachable. its such a quaint little place and everyone is so friendly and polite it is so refreshing. its hard to believe its only 2 hours from home. the difference in the local public is unbelieveable. you have the feeling of being in the middle of nowhere with the convenience of everything you need just a short drive away ... which is extremely hard to find. trust me this place is like no other. we will definitley be visiting again soon. The owners are really friendly aswel its nice being able to deal direct with them. it makes the stay more enjoyable because you know you are dealing with people who are trustworthy and approachable. i just want to take this oppurtunity to say a great big thankyou to the both of you for yet another enjoyable stay xx |
03 Oct 2011 |
Great place to stay everything you need for a super holiday. Dog friendly stones throw from beach lots of walks nearby, |
01 Jul 2011 |
A really nice cottage on the sea front with clean, comfortable accomodation, that is also dog friendly. An often overlooked part of Scotland but with plenty to do and plenty of places to... more |
Guestbook for The Old Post Office
“Just wanted to send you a message to say THANK YOU! I have never stayed in such an amazing holiday cottage. It was beautiful. We felt so comfortable there, it was a shame we had not booked for two weeks! You should be proud of yourselves that you have such an amazing 'home' to rent out, decorated so tastefully, and so comfortable. Thank you once again. The setting was perfect, the view was perfect, our wedding day was amazing and the golf hotel just around the corner was a perfect reception venue. As for the Spa....what can we say, other than WOW! We would highly recommend the cottages (Both Bella Vista and the Old Post Office) to all of our friends and of course the Spa too! Thank you once again” (6-13th August 2011.)
“Wonderful weekend in lovely surroundings. Fabulous cottage with lots of personal touches. The view is so peaceful and we’ll definitely be back again. Thank you so much!."
“Had a wonderful stay in your beautiful cottage. Weather was fantastic and the views superb. The whole atmosphere of the place was very relaxing"
“Had a wonderful relaxing week. Great location and easy access to the area of Dumfries & Galloway. Very home from home feel about the house and every need catered for.”
“We all loved it here. Lots to do for the 3 children. Can’t wait to come back.”
“A fabulous location for a perfect relaxing weekend with friends. The house was equipped with everything we needed and more. The walks along the beach were fantastic in the bright February sunshine. I have a feeling we’ll be back again. Thanks!”
“Perfect place to stay, perfect weather. We also had a perfect wedding. Thank you so very much and I’m sure we will be back soon hopefully x”
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 2 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Half Term 17/2 2N £150! | 10 Feb 12 | 18 Feb 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 2 Nights |
| 3 Nights only £195! | 18 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 350 | - | - | 2 Nights |
| Easter holidays 2012 | 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 14 Apr 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 405 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| Spring Half Term 2012 | 2 Jun 12 | 9 Jun 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 9 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 430 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| Summer 2012 | 30 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 675 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 475 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 405 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| Autumn Half Term 2012 | 27 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 3 Nov 12 | 20 Dec 12 | £ 375 | - | - | 2 Nights | |
| Christmas 2012 | 20 Dec 12 | 27 Dec 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| New Year 2012 | 27 Dec 12 | 3 Jan 13 | £ 675 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Prices for group size 5 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| Half Term 17/2 2N £150 | 10 Feb 12 | 18 Feb 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 2 Nights |
| 3 Nights only £225! | 18 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 375 | - | - | 2 Nights |
| Easter holidays 2012 | 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 14 Apr 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| Spring Half Term 2012 | 2 Jun 12 | 9 Jun 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 9 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 475 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| Summer 2012 | 30 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 675 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 475 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| Autumn Half Term 2012 | 27 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 3 Nov 12 | 20 Dec 12 | £ 375 | - | - | 2 Nights | |
| Christmas 2012 | 20 Dec 12 | 27 Dec 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| New Year 2012 | 27 Dec 12 | 3 Jan 13 | £ 675 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Due to high demand for weekly lets during school holidays, short breaks are only available during those times at the weekly rate unless there is late availability - please enquire.) It may be possible to be flexible on holiday start dates - please enquire. For clarification, please enquire about pricing for short breaks.
Please note payment must be in GBP sterling and payment must be clear before commencement of the holiday. We accept payment by debit card (preferred,) credit card, bank transfer or cheque. Payment by credit/debit card via PayPal may be possible in some instances - please enquire for further information (you do not require a PayPal account.)
It may be possible to offer a 2 person discount at certain non-peak holiday times - please enquire.
Hire of Xbox and selection of games is £5.00 per booking
Hire of any or all of the following is £5.00 per booking (high chair, travel cot - please note no bedding is available for this, bouncy chair, moses basket and stand and baby change mat.)
A refundable pet deposit of £75.00 is payable in advance, for bookings with pets (a well behaved dog only,) to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection.) This can be paid/refunded by debit card or PayPal.
A deposit of £130.00 is required at time of booking with the balance due 8 weeks before your arrival date.
A luxury/honeymoon package is also available which includes a fantastic pampering spa session at the privately hired spa in Powfoot - please enquire for further details and cost.
Availability
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 3 years listed You are contacting Andrea Patterson
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Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This cottage has received 5 reviews from previous guests.  |
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