Idyllic Glamour: Rose Blair on Vast Seaside Estate

Entire cottage in Stranraer, United Kingdom

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1.5 bathrooms
Hosted by Dunskey
  1. Superhost
  2. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Peace and quiet

This home is in a quiet area.

Garden view

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Rose Blair Lodge brings you the the most uplifting and tranquils retreat where the free-spirits can prance freely to the untamed beats of their hearts. Tucked into rolling meadows and matured woodlands, the lodge features an outdoor bathtub nestled among shrubs and flowing vines. This is a luxury abode where one can truly run wild, to meander down the path along a babbling brook to the long beaches and tidal rushes of the Dunskey Glen.

The space
We are exceptionally proud to offer this ultra-romantic, back-to-nature retreat, within a stone's throw of Dunskey Castle. This lovely fairy-house welcomes guests to fall into step with the gentle rhythms of the rural resort that is Dunskey Estate. Stroll past the moss-covered stone wall that surrounds the cottage and drink in the endless open fields. Here, we focus on pure relaxation and escape, where you can wake up to birdsong, and curl up at night in front of the wood burning stove.

Guest access
Designed with an eclectic mix of textures and bohemian aesthetic, the interiors will set free your inner wild child. Pink velvet cuddle chairs, dreamy chandeliers, and a grand linen upholstered bed gleaming with gold accents will offer the the ultimate glamour and comfort.

Historic Edwardian castle estate in the heart of picturesque Portpatrick. 2000 acres of glen walks, forests, beaches, lochs, gardens and waterfalls to explore. The Castle Apartment is completely self-contained with its own private courtyard and entrance.

The walled garden with its glass house is a romantic and peaceful retreat on the estate. Two lochs nestle into the hills and rhododendron banks. Wander along the glen walk past a rushing waterfall, and a babbling brook, to the two beaches to spot dolphins and seals. Dunskey Golf Course and the picturesque Portpatrick Harbour is two minutes away. Fishing expeditions from the beaches or on our two lochs are available.

Other things to note
FOR CANCELLATIONS:

Full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking, if the check-in date is at least 14 days away.

25% refund for cancellations made at least 21 days before check-in.

No refunds for cancellations made within 21 days of check-in.

FOR BOOKING MODIFICATIONS:

A one-time complimentary change of date can be made if the check-in date is more than 90 days away. The cost of the nightly rate will remain the same as the original booking OR the cost of the nightly rate for the newly requested dates or newly requested property, whichever is higher.

If the check-in date is less than 90 days away, a 170gbp fee is applied to the modification request. The cost of the nightly rate will remain the same as the original booking OR the cost of the nightly rate for the newly requested dates or newly requested property, whichever is higher.

We are unable to accommodate any change of date or change of property if the check-in date is less than 21 days away.

We carry out a deep cleaning process for allergen removal for every booking with pets. The cost is 60gbp / stay for up to two pets. This is added to your guest bill that is sent to you upon departure.

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Garden view
Beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace

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Rated 4.95 out of 5 from 74 reviews.

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Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 96% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 3% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 1% of reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Stranraer, Scotland, United Kingdom

Neighbourhood highlights

You're not simply staying in a Castle Estate: you are staying on one of the most beautiful spots on the planet. Dunskey Estate boasts two waterfalls, two lochs, and three beaches, with the most magnificent walks along the craggy Scottish coastline. This pleasure ground will be completely yours to explored, including a private woodland gardens and a maze. You will have the time of your life, I promise.

Please note: the Estate's walled garden is undergoing extensive renovation during late 2020 to 2021. It is only accessible to our team members during this time.

Meet your host

Superhost
497 reviews
4.93 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
Speaks English and French
Lives in Portpatrick, United Kingdom
Business
We are a small but mighty team with our hearts set on sharing with you the most glorious hidden gem in this rural corner of Scotland: Dunskey, a 2000-acre estate by the sea, where world-class heritage meets modern splendour, surrounded by secret gardens and endless wonders. Everything we do is rooted in our three values: compassion, innovation, and transformation. We strongly believe that the first steps towards spectacular hospitality is taking care of our team and environments. Here, you'll meet the incredible Dunskey stewards who sincerely wish to share with you the joy, beauty, and warmth in all that we do. Most significantly, you will find extraordinary thoughtfulness in every moment of your journey here. We are also a feministic company with a laser focus on sustainability. We use re-fillable products wherever possible. Our heating system is nearly at 100% sourced from renewable energy. We compost 100% of our food waste, and our water comes from a fresh spring. We continuously strive to do more and do better. Our ongoing other projects include policy advocacy in immigration and anti-human trafficking, working on turning out the votes in America and fighting against voter suppression laws. Seeking social and racial justice is a constant, though sometimes painful, anchor in our lives. We would like everyone to read the two novels, The Overstory, by Richard Powers, and, Ministry for the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson. When not heartened by the possibility of collective action to address climate change, we like to cook a ton-load of Vietnamese beef noodle soup and plot the next magic mushroom trail on the Estate.

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Co-Hosts

  • Alastair
  • Jane
  • Colin

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 16:00
Checkout before 10:00
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm