Saltwater Chronicles: Heavenly Seaside Lodge

Entire home in Portpatrick, United Kingdom

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 3 bathrooms
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars.8 reviews
Hosted by Dunskey
  1. Superhost
  2. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Ocean and beach views

Soak up the views during your stay.

At-home coffee

Start your morning right with the French press.
Compose your greatest odes to the sea while luxuriating in this ocean-view expansive lodge on a private 2000-acre Estate. Saltwater Chronicles, Dunskey's Estate most ambitious project and crown jewel: 3 bedrooms, 3 ensuite bathrooms with soaking tub and rain shower. Perched atop the Estate's fairy glen, where bluebells cloak the ground like scented eiderdown, and the Scottish cragged coastline soars into the wide open skies, this maximalist lodge may awaken you to your own soulful chronicles.

The space
Begin the journey via a secluded and private tree-lined path to the edge of the beach, whereupon an acre of enclosed wild garden and woodland will greet you. Manicured lawn and matured woodland are all yours to freewheel, including a handwoven hammock under the shade of beech trees. The piece de resistance is the spectacular and lighted private dock that nestles into the hillside, casting a magnificent view of the wild sea, endless sunsets, and the forever green rolling hills of Southwestern Scotland. 

Two secluded beaches are steps away from this lodge. Port Mora, or Sandeel Bay, features a tranquil cove with sandy beach and a murmuring waterfall. At low tide, venture far out on the sand and discover wondrous aquatic life, including urchins, eels, starfish and playful octopus. On the other side, Port Kale provides two sheltered pebble beaches and small rock formations, where hours can be spent playing house, stone-skipping, clambering and collecting seaglass. Our resident seal, whose full name is Tidal Serge the Dunskey Seal of Approval, bobs about in the bay awaiting your admiration. When the tide is out, be sure to wade to the rocks and harvest pepperdulse seaweed, which tastes like oceanic truffles! 

Inside the lodge you'll find the large living room with our personal collection of art that has taken a decade to collect and curate. Italianate leather curve sofa, blush pink velvet loveseat, and a vintage rocking chair will make it challenging to find a favorite seat. The modern kitchen is incredibly well-equipped, with a sustainable and particle-free cooking on the induction hob. We have here blond wide-plank oak floorboards with radiant heating underfoot. Taken together with bay windows of magnificent views of the coast, it may be tempting to snuggle up inside all the livelong days. 

The first bedroom showcases shades of pale corals and resplendence, bringing that wild Scottish golden-hour lights indoor. Handmade artisan Gustavian bed, dressing tables, and a wondrous mural of the tree of life brings forth a splendorous retreat. The second bedroom is the color of the sea, with pops of colors from accented birds in both a water-haven mural and artwork. Two Italian canopy beds are in the third bedroom, with gleaming turquoise accent colors and murals in a pink-hue background. All of our bedrooms feature finest mattresses, crisp high thread count linens, and luxuriously soft bedding. Each bathroom features rain shower, soaking tub, and heated towel rails. 

The cobblestone courtyard includes a corner outdoor bathtub where you can take in that glass of champagne alongside your favorite novel, while the sun slips into the sea. The BBQ grill is at the ready alongside reclaimed wood dining tables and chairs. Most days, we promise you'll have curious visitors, from soft-footed prancing deers to chattering sea birds and tottering hedgehogs.

Guest access
2000-acre of Dunskey Estate is yours to roam.

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.

What this place offers

Courtyard view
Garden view
Beach access
Kitchen
Wifi

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 reviews

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars for check-in

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Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Portpatrick, Scotland, United Kingdom
Exact location will be provided after booking.

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 garden and a maze. You will have the time of your life, I promise.

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.

Meet your host

Superhost
482 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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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 16:00
Checkout before 10:00
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm