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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
51 Customer Reviews
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"Loved our 2nd visit to moyles lodge wife and dogs didnt want to come home ..."
Loved our 2nd visit to moyles lodge wife and dogs didnt want to come home beautiful location only 10 mins walk into dalbeattie only letdown for us was very poor internet if uv got kids with gadgets etc but but will deffo be back
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"We had a fantastic time at Moyle Lodge."
The walks into Dalbeattie Forest were terrific and our dog loved every minute. Within walking distance of the town which has not one but two brilliant butchers. Superb beach at Sandyhills is only a 10 minute drive away (check the tide times) Well worth a trip to Gatehouse of Fleet. Our dog insists on coming back so we must go along with such a well thought out decision
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"The lodge had all of the essentials that we needed."
It was clean and tidy. We loved the hamper basket with goodies. The dog treats were most welcome thank you. Although beds were soft the linen was really nice. It was a shame we couldn’t see any recycling facilities. The bunnies outside entertained the dogs no end. An ideal quiet location on the doorstep of dog walks and local town. The milk in the fridge after a long journey was very much appreciated.
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"Moyle Lodge was the perfect location for our week away."
We found it to be quiet yet well appointed with Dalbeattie in walking distance. The fabulous Dalbeattie forest became our regular walk with the dog. The Lodge itself suited our needs - it was warm - comfortable and clean. We used it as our base to travel around Dumfries and Galloway and were lucky to be blessed with great weather and stunning sunsets We would highly recommend the facility and would definitely consider booking another visit
thankyou for your lovely feedback. You definitely had the best weather of the summer ! We would love to have you back again and thankyou for booking with us. Property Owner
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"Lovely lodge."
Very peaceful. Loved watching the swallows , rabbits and ponies. Great part of the Galloway coast for walking and relaxing. Shame about the weather
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"Excellent base to explore the area."
Accommodation was very comfortable and had everything needed, plus some. Great location (Dalbeattie Forest) and we’ll worth a walk to Plantain Loch. Weather was bad but the accommodation was so comfortable it didn't matter!! Nice touch on arrival (milk, cale and Irn Bru!) and table was set. Lots of games and books provided. Dalbeattie right on the doorstep for food etc Worth checking out beaches near Kippford. Kirkidbright worth a visit as is Nee Galloway area. Definitely going to go again as there was so many places to visit.
Thankyou very much for your great feedback. You definitely experienced the extreme Scottish summer weather ! So glad it's not put you off and we'd love to have you back again. Property Owner
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"The television was poor."
WI fi not good. As the weather was mostly good we didn't need to be inside much so nor a bit of problem for us. The fire was ineffectual when it turned chilly in the evening It was well equipped iin a lovely quiet place. There was a smell of dogs in the main bedroom when we arrived. Fortunately we opened all the windows for the rest of the day and it did improve. The fact that dogs had been upstairs on the carpets would put me off booking again. However we had a very enjoyable holiday and loved the wildlife and the woods. Also the lovely beaches close by.
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"This was our 13th holiday at Moyle."
The owner were great, very helpful and friendly.
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"Loved this lodge and the fact it sits on the edge of the Galloway forest The lodge had brilliant facilities, tastefully decorated and was very comfortable."
I’ve never slept on a more comfortable bed. Every thing you need is in the lodge and I’ll recommend it to everyone I’d be very likely to book Moyle Lodge again. Julie Johnston
Thankyou for your lovely feedback. Your very welcome back anytime. Property Owner
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"Lovely lodge."
In fantastic setting. Lovely touch with welcoming pack for us and the dog treats. Only down side is lack of a waist bin outside the property. If you want a relaxing holiday then this is the place. There is 4 static caravans on the site but this was was not a problem to us .
So glad you enjoyed your stay and thankyou for your feedback. During covid all the bins were moved away and large bins placed at the end of the driveway which seems to be the norm now on a lot of parks. Property Owner
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"Overall we enjoyed our stay at Moyle Lodge."
Pros: Quiet location with swallows in eaves. Lots of wildlife eg ponies, rabbits & red kites. Dog-friendly. Comfortable couch & beds. Welcome tray (not suitable for diabetics). Cons: Lodge would benefit from a deep clean & better wifi. Limited hot water if you like baths. LG television remote also controls Dimplex fire. 4 other lodges not mentioned in details (2 were occupied & 2 were for sale).
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"We had a lovely holiday with the forest within walking distance from the lodge."
The lodge was lovely clean and comfortable. The dog treats and tennis balls were a big hit with our spaniel. The photos and description of the lodge need updating as if I had known there were static caravan right next door I would not of booked. The pictures look like it's completely on its own so felt a bit cheated regarding this. Luckily for us no one was in them and the other lodge was empty .
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"A lovely cabin to stay in well equipped and comfortable was a lovely welcome ..."
A lovely cabin to stay in well equipped and comfortable was a lovely welcome pack on arrival little treats for doggies with plenty of balls for play time cabin is situated on a beautiful site we were just watching for all the wildlife all the time which was plentiful the ponies were wonderful with there young was a wonderful experience thank you for letting us stay at your peaceful tranquil cabin we all well refreshed would love to return soon
thankyou for your lovely feedback and your very welcome back anytime. Property Owner
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"We had a very enjoyable time in moyle lodge ,the location is wonderful ,for walking trails and eating places ,especially kippford 2 lovely hotels with beer gardens and lovely food, if you want a relaxing retreat Moyle lodge is for you ."
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"Really enjoyed our stay at Moyle lodge."
Everything you could ask for,so cosy & peaceful. Our dog had a fab time aswell. Certainly recommend it. Looking forward to our next stay already
Thankyou for your lovely feedback and looking forward to seeing you back in November. Property Owner
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"This is our second time staying at Moyle lodge and it was as good as we remembered."
A lovely lodge in fantastic condition, it has everything you need for a lovely relaxing stay
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"Very comfortable, nice surroundings Very peaceful On the negative side it needs a bit of maintenance taps loose, and needs a bit of a spring clean ie crockery and cutlery and glassware need attention."
Having said that I would definitely recommend the cabin and hope to re visit next year.
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"Thank you for a lovely stay at Moyle Cottage."
It was beautifully quiet and peaceful and the cottage had all the amenities we could have wanted. Lovely location and the Shetland ponies in the neighbouring field were a plus for the kids! Great walks in the forest from the doorstep and we also managed several 8km trail runs too.
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"We had a great holiday at Moyle Lodge but the pictures need to be updated to take account of the other lodges now next door as while we were there they were empty it has put us of rebooking as they were too close if there are guests staying in the other lodge."
It has everything required and is a great place stay for dog owners,
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"We had a good stay , very quiet at the time ."
Good walks from the door . My son enjoyed that . Overall really good . the only gripe was in the pictures it shows you have a empty field at the side of you , but theres been 3 lodges built at the side about 20 feet away ,. Luckily these was empty when we was there . built to close if you ask me . Bit intrusive .. But overall good trip . Shops 5 mins away ..
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"Great cozy cabin amazing location could not fault it and appreciated all the ..."
Great cozy cabin amazing location could not fault it and appreciated all the extras our dog Ruby loved it to will certainly recommend and would hope to stay again Thanks Graham & Lorraine
Thankyou for your lovely feedback and so glad you enjoyed your stay. Hopefully see you back again soon. Property Owner
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"What a place, felt like home from home and Bea Dogg also really loved the place."
Waking up to the birds tweeting and nothing else to having a coffee on the porch it was a fantastic place and will definitely be coming back!
So glad you enjoyed it Ethan, your very welcome back any time. Property Owner
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"Had a lovely stay, lodge was warm, spacious, very well equipped and stylish, with big comfy sofa for curling up on!"
The owners had left lots of yummy treats for us which was very thoughtful. The walks from the lodge were fantastic, you could walk for miles on the forest tracks without meeting a soul, bliss. Access was excellent, it's just outside town and we'll placed for exploring the area, and the dark skies made for beautiful stargazing too. A very enjoyable week!
Thankyou for your lovely feedback. Glad you enjoyed your holiday and hope Bear enjoyed it too. Property Owner
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"Stayed for the Christmas week and when we arrived we was blown away , the lodge ..."
Stayed for the Christmas week and when we arrived we was blown away , the lodge was decorated tastefully and with lovely extras for a relaxing Christmas , we didn’t have the best of weather but we can’t change that , the forest at the back has lovely walks all marked routes for directions , took our two Cockerpoo’s and they loved it , highly recommend we will defiantly go again
Thankyou for your lovely feedback and would love to see you back again anytime. Property Owner
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"Once again we absolutely loved our stay at Moyle lodge!"
Such a beautiful peaceful place. The owners of this property go above and beyond to help with anything needed along with leaving a gorgeous hamper for our arrival. We were greeted with some lovely Christmas treats this year along with treats for the dogs and a hamper. It was beautifully decorated for Christmas this year which really helped keep the Christmas spirit going. Local shops and take aways are literally five minutes away, along with a Tesco that’s only a ten minute drive. If you drive ten minutes down the road you also have a gorgeous beach with lots of parking. Behind the lodge is and amazing walk or cycle route through the woods which is a lovely peaceful outing, that takes you along to a cafe to suit all needs. We were always fortunate to look out the window and the bunnies and Shetland ponies every morning which the kids loved. Honestly can’t fault any part of this lodge at all. We will be booking again for next year and look forward to visiting and seeing yous again. Thank you for a beautiful stay once again. Lauren & Lee
Thankyou very much for your lovely feedback. Glad to know we're getting it right and look forward to welcoming you back anytime . Property Owner
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"Once again we enjoyed our stay at Moyle Lodge The welcome pack was a lovely touch!"
our dogs absolutely love it here, with the walks in the woods right on the door step, this place has everything and we will certainly be booking our return. Carole, William, Pixie & Bobby
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"We had a wonderful week in Moyle Lodge The property had everything we needed and the location was perfect for walks in Dalbeattie forest and trips to the coast We will definitely be back as our dog insists We return as soon as possible!"
Nearly forgot to mention the welcome pack was brilliant a real taste of Scotland
thankyou for your lovely feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back anytime. Property Owner
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"Lovely hidden gem just 5 mins from dalbeattie right on the 7 stanes bike track everything u need in lodge to problems"
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"Very comfortable and cosy lodge, with good heating and kitchen facilities."
The owner left some lovly welcome items which were, well, very welcome! Pet and baby were well catered for - thank you. A couple of very small points were the sticking front door and the TV didn't always work (signal and internet connection may have been the issue and the TV remote 'select button' also turns the fire on by msitake!) These were small issues and didn't detract from a great stay.
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"Lovely warm cosy Chalet for a perfect peaceful week away."
We loved it. Xx
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"We had a lovely stay at Moyle Lodge."
The lodge was a joy to stay in, very cute & lots of nice touches for the 2 legged and the 4 legged. Everything you could need was there, we found the beds very comfy and the shower was good. The location was great, could walk straight from the lodge into Dalbeattie Forrest which was great for early morning and night time dog walks. The herd of Shetland ponies in the nearby field was always a happy sight. There’s lots to do nearby & we really enjoyed checking the tides and heading across the causeway to Rough Island. We also took a longer drive to visit the Grey Mares Tail & the climb up was well worth it to see the view of Loch Skeen.
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"We really enjoyed our stay in Moyle Lodge."
First impressions were excellent as the lodge is clean, well equipped and obviously well cared for. The owner had left a lovely welcome pack which even included something for our dogs. Moyle Lodge is part of a very small development of two lodges and three park homes currently. It appears the landowner has applied to increase this - we hope this doesn't mean the local Shetland ponies get evicted as they are very cute! Being such a small development was absolutely lovely and so peaceful. The third park home is still in construction at the moment, but luckily for us there wasn't much disturbance while we were there. Moyle Lodge is excellent for dog walking. You can walk straight into the forest which was fabulous, with loads of walking trails and a small loch for doggy paddles. There are several beautiful beaches all within 5-15 mins drive. My partner enjoyed using the supplied telescope to do some star gazing. We would rebook immediately if it wasn't for the mattresses being so very soft - sadly for us this meant we didn't sleep well all week (we realise others might find them comfy). An unfortunate blip on an otherwise wonderful stayl
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"What an absolutely beautiful place to stay."
I highly recommend anyone wanting to get away to stay here!. The lodge is lovely and spacious yet warm and inviting. It is in the perfect location for relaxing and unwinding. There is a lodge to the left of this one but it’s still enough distance to maintain privacy. We woke up every morning to little rabbits at the front and a gathering of small Shetland ponies, which was lovely to see and they were to friendly. The owner provided us with a lovely little welcome hamper on our arrival and extra treats for our two dogs. Plenty of cleaning products available to hand sing with tea and coffee already provided. Recycling bins are close to the entrance of the site which was really handy. The village is only five minutes away and has all the shops you could possibly need whilst staying here. Along with a lovely nature walk in the woods behind the lodge (cafe with homemade meals close by). We have already rebooked and only left today! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Thankyou very much for your lovely feedback. It is so good to know we are getting it right. And look forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards Fiona Property Owner
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"A fantastic property in a nice quiet location, excellent facilities and nice gesture by the owner on leaving a welcome pack."
I would certainly recommend this property
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"Great location and beautiful lodge everything you need and great host"
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"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Moyle Lodge!"
It was fully equipped with all the essentials and the welcome pack was a lovely touch! We took our dog and he also had everything he needed too. We would definitely book again!
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"Comfortable well equipped Lodge standing alongside other holiday homes on a pretty site next to Dalbeattie Town Wood, easily accessible for several walking and cycling trails."
Shetland ponies live nearby and rabbits were hopping about just outside the window. We were treated to continuous aerobatic displays from nesting swallows and even saw a deer onsite. Excellent base for attractions inland and the coast. We had superb weather the entire week, a little too hot overnight for the winter duvet on the bed. The welcome pack was extremely generous and much appreciated and had us searching for the source of the cookies at the local bakery near Castle Douglas. The only omission we found was the lack of pegs for the whirlygig, but it saved us from washing clothes till we got home. We had a lovely holiday.
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"Beautiful lodge, great facilities and a very peaceful location."
Thanks for the goodies too x
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"We recently returned from Moyle, what a wonderful place, the Lodge was delightful, clean, comfortable, well equipped, the best we have ever stayed in, a lot of thought has gone into this lodge with everything designed for comfort, including a brilliant selection of novels for chilly evenings."
Get up early to see rabbits on the grass, feed the gorgeous Shetland ponies in the field outside your door and listen to the swallows nesting in the eaves, it's truly a nature lovers haven. The welcome pack was appreciated and our little Max enjoyed the treats, how did the owners know the bacon ones were his favourites? I hadn't tasted Iron Bru in years and discovered it goes well with Gin as an alternative to tonic. Castle Douglas we found to be a lovely town with some really good shops, Unfortunately we had to return home a day early as we caught a tummy bug. A great place for a rest and a peaceful getaway. Thank you to owners for everything.
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"The lodge itself is lovely and all you need is right there ."
The only issue was the ongoing work outside of the lodge around the two new units and the two they plan to build . We had 2 days of non stop noise of diggers and tractors all day right outside the lodge which was awful . My friend and I wanted a relaxing time as we have both just had chemo so wanted to rest which we were unable to do with the constant noise and traffic . Totally spoilt our break and I won't rerun as the owners should point out about ongoing building work outside .
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"The lodge is lovely and well equipped, shame about the situation."
It is located on a new site. The person in charge on site told us it is a three year project for 180 units. The exterior photos are out of date and misleading. There was heavy machinery on site when we arrived on the Friday. Woken Saturday before 9am by the noise of a generator, sawing, drilling and hammering on the two adjacent mobile homes, which lasted all day.Sunday same again until 14.30. Monday 8am heavy machine cutting tree branches and another levelling the ground at one point directly behind the lodge. We have photos and videos of all this. Basically like staying on a building site, only any good as a base, certainly not to relax. Since our complaint to Sykes we see there is now a PLEASE NOTE: on their website.
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"Beautiful location, peaceful, beach within 10mins."
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"Just had the best 3 night stay at Moyle lodge."
It was absolutely beautiful and so clean. As soon as you walk in you instantly feel relaxed. Can’t wait to book up again
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"We have had cottage holidays for many years and this one is by far the best!"
The Lodge is beautiful. Modern, comfortable, clean and well equipped, a credit to its owners! The gift pack was a lovely surprise. The forest walk is right on the doorstep and we loved the beach walk at Portling. We had a lovely holiday, the only thing that was misleading in the listing is that the Lodge isn’t on its own. There is another lodge next to it and a couple of park homes on site right next to the lodge. We were lucky as they were empty during our stay, not sure it we would have loved the holiday as much if they had been occupied.
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"We had a lovely family getaway."
The lodge was comfortable, warm and had everything we wanted. The extra toiletries and treats were a thoughtful extra that were thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you.
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"Had a fab week in such a lovely warm lodge, comfy beds, spotlessly clean, kitchen had lots of storage, crockery & cutlery."
The welcome basket had treats for humans & dogs & is such a lovely touch, thank you! The lodge is right on the edge of the woods so loads of walks right on the doorstep. Would love to stay in Moyle lodge again, hoping to book in the autumn.
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"Firstly I will say the lodge was warm and welcoming, very clean , beautifully furnished and everything and more that you would need for a self catering holiday."
Also I chose this particular property for its quiet location and knowing only another property was next too us and a much needed break away which would include celebrating our Wedding Anniversary. Sadly though, when we arrived at the property we were confronted by various pieces of machinery and one that was being driven ( a roller). It became obvious that ground works were being carried out around us but didnt imagine that it would effect our holiday. Apart from the weekend every day we were surrounded by work men and machinery, banging, sawing, drilling, digging and gosh knows what else. On the morning of our Anniversary we were woken at 7:45 with reverse sirens and digging, another morning, 7:30 to be exact with a chainsaw . This was not the quiet and much needed holiday my Husband and I wanted. We had to go out every day just for some solace. We also kept our living room an kitchen blinds drawn as we didnt want to see this building site every day. I have various pictures and videos of what we had to endure during our stay if you want too see them. If we had been aware of these works I would have chosen a different property, as I dont expect to pay for a holiday that isnt what it says it is.
Thank you very much for your feedback, we were sorry to hear that your were disturbed during your stay at Moyle Lodge by building work. Unfortunately the work had overrun due to adverse weather conditions, we had hoped that the work would have been completed for your stay. I can confirm the work has now been completed and the machinery has been removed from the site Property Owner
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"Absolutely perfect lodge!"
The attention to detail, amenities and homely feel of the lodge was just incredible. From local walking guides, board games, tea & coffee to a hamper of Scottish treats and the selection of sticks for your dog were just incredible! The lodge was cosy, and comfortable throughout! We will be back again next year for sure! Thank you!
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"Absolutely perfect for us, lovely welcome pack by the owner, clean cosy and easy access to surrounding areas."
Fantastically situated on the edge of the woods, and very private, will definitely be returning as brilliant for any family with children and dogs.
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"What a truly lovely lodge."
Perfectly placed for everything we needed. The lodge was warm and very cosy, clean, well equipped, and so much more. From the minute we got there, we felt at home. Thank you so much for sharing your lodge with us. Definitely will be returning as there's still things we need to do and see. Already recommend to friends and family. Joanne and Damian
Thankyou so much for your lovely feedback. As we are new to renting out our lodge, it's lovely to know we are getting it right. Look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
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"The cabin was set in a peaceful area just by a forest walk, if you want peace and quiet definitely the place to be."
The Cabin had everything you need for selfcatering including the most comfortable beds ever. Would definitely recommend as a place to stay, we hope to book again sometime in tbe future.
Thankyou so much for your lovely feedback especially as you had the worst weather of the year to drive through to get to our lodge. Hopefully next time you visit it will be warm and sunny and we look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x twin
- Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
- Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
- Kitchen/diner
- Sitting room
- Snug
- Oil central heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine
- 2 x TV, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and travel cot provided
- Off-road parking for 3 cars
- Front decked terrace with furniture
- Two well-behaved pets welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.8 miles.
The property
Settled on the outskirts of Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway, is this fantastic two-bedroom, alpine-style lodge, Moyle Lodge.
Ideally located on the edge of Dalbeattie Woods and just moment’s away from the local amenities, Moyle Lodge is a wonderful pet-friendly choice for couples, friends and families.
Upon arrival, you will find three off-road parking spaces, along with a lovely, decked terrace where you can savour your morning coffee with a view.
Step into your new home from home, where you will find a well-equipped kitchen/diner for cooking up your best dishes, ready to enjoy over a bottle of wine at the dining table for four.
Continue through to the sitting room, where you can relax on the plush corner sofa and enjoy a movie night on the TV with loved ones.
Completing the ground floor is a well-appointed shower room, ideal for freshening up after a day of exploring.
Head upstairs, where you will discover a sleek bathroom for indulgent soaks, along with two tastefully decorated bedrooms, a double with TV and a twin.
Explore the town, where you will find the 7Stanes: Dalbeattie cycling park for scenic rides, the Dalbeattie Forest and Plantain Loch for wildlife rich walks, tour the Dalbeattie Museum Trust, test out your swing at the excellent Dalbeattie Golf Club, catch a live performance at the Birchvale Theatre stock up on essentials at the convenience store, or dine out at Sea Horse, The Granite Kitchen and Luigi’s Restaurant.
Continue onto Kirkcudbright, where you can explore the skies at the Dark Space Planetarium, explore the Stewarty Museum, tour Broughton House & Garden, visit the fascinating MacLellan’s Castle, and sample traditional Scottish fare at The Castle.
Further afield you’ll find Dumfries, home to Robert Burns House, Dumfries Museum, the Robert Burns Centre, and the Michelin Star restaurant of 1610.
Your journey to Scotland begins at Moyle Lodge
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
About the location
DALBEATTIE
Castle Douglas 6 miles; Kirkcudbright 13.5 miles; Dumfries 14 miles.
The attractive country town of Dalbeattie is nestled in the south west of Scotland. The town sits within a wooded valley on the River Urr and provides access to the picturesque Solway Coast with its miles of beaches and pretty fishing villages. Dalbeattie is originally known for its granite quarry, which exported stone all over the world, most notably for the Eddystone Lighthouse and Thames Embankment. Today it is renowned for its outdoor activities with the world famous 7stanes mountain biking complex nearby as well as forest walks in Glentrool, where you can follow in the footsteps of Richard Hannay in The Thirty Nine Steps. Dalbeattie and the surrounding area offer panoramic views of the Solway Firth, the Lake District and the Galloway Hills. A great location, which has something for everyone.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas