Helensdale Coastal Holiday Cottage – Home 352602 Cottage
- 3 bedrooms
- 6 sleeps
- min stay varies
Helensdale Coastal Holiday Cottage – Home 352602
- Cottage
- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car essential
- Ask about pets
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Helensdale is situated in open countryside, above a rocky bay overlooking the North Channel with uninterrupted views of Ireland.
Within 10 minutes you can walk down to the rocky bay to explore.
It has recently been refurbished to provide luxury accommodation for 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. Accommodation on the ground floor - Lounge with bay window providing an ever changing sea view and enchanting sunsets in the evening, open plan kitchen, dining, sitting area with views over the open countryside to the back of the cottage and plenty of morning sunshine! shower room, double bed room with sea view and twin room with views over the countryside. First floor - double bedroom and bathroom with shower cabinet.
Helensdale is three and a half miles from Drummore and about 3 miles from the Mull of Galloway - the most southernly point in Scotland. It is located on a peninsula which has a varying and enchanting range of coastal features from sandy beaches on the East coast to a variety of cliffs, rocks and sandy coves on the West, the most famous of which are the delightful village of Port Logan and the picturesque fishing village of Portpatrick.
The climate here is warmed by the Gulf Stream and the area is renowned for its Gardens including the exotic Logan Botanic, Logan House, Castle Kennedy, Dunskey and Glenwhan. Also within a 1 hour drive are Culzean near Turnberry and Threave near Castle Douglas.
At the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse is the RSPB reserve which also has webcams at nesting sites and seal breeding areas, This along with the unspoilt countryside and the Mull of Galloway Trail coastal path from Loch Ryan (stranraer) to Mull of Galloway and the Southern Upland Way which starts in Portpatrick makes the area a must for nature lovers and walkers.
There are also a variety of Golf Clubs and fishing locally. Within a 1 hour drive is Galloway Forest Park, with many trails for walking, cycling and mountain biking. Slightly further away is Laggan Outdoor (home of the longest zipwire) Cream of Galloway (activities and home made icecream), Chocolate Factory (near Twynholm) and Loch Ken watersports near Castle Douglas.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Ask about pets
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Full bed
Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds - 1 Full bath, 1 Shower
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Sea view
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Elspeth L.
- Average reply time:
- 1 hour 43 minutes
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 04 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 11
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 55 reviews
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55 reviews
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“Breakfast with binoculars”
Wanting to escape the noice of fireworks we found Helensdale cottage on the coast in Scotland. We were very happy with it location and as we approached realised we had made an excellent choice as it o… More
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Response from the owner Sorry for delay in responding but want you to know that I really appreciate you taking the time to post such a complementary and comprehensive review of Helensdale and its coastal location. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your away from it all stay, so much so, that you have booked again for next year. Also just to let you know that Fig & Olive cafe in Stranraer are VERY dog friendly, they provide doggy treats and have a photo gallery of their four legged customers. Looking forward to seeing you again in November. Kind regards, Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Amazing views”
This is our 2nd visit to this beautiful cottage with amazing views all around it. The cottage is spotless and everything you need for a relaxing holiday. The beds are very comfortable and the house is… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for visiting Helensdale again (and Auld Schoolhouse in Sandhead) and for taking the time to post such a lovely review of Helensdale and the views! it is very much appreciated. Hope to see you again sometime, Kind regards, Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Beautiful setting with lovely views across the sea”
Beautiful setting with lovely views across the sea, whatever the weather. The house had everything we needed and more, very clean and plenty of room. It was our second visit to Helensdale and we lov… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for visiting Helensdale again and taking the time to post a lovely review of the property and the view, it is very much appreciated. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay as much as your previous visit and look forward to seeing you again sometime. Kind regards, Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“May holiday”
Great views lovely accommodation and layout a very peaceful area with lovely sunsets a large spacious property the two of us rattled around but it was brilliant
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to post a lovely review of Helensdale on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect of the property and surrounding area from a visitor's point of view. Thank you and look forward to seeing you again sometime. Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Stunning cottage”
Just back from our third stay at Helensdale and yet again it didn’t disappoint, in fact we have voted it our best ever holiday. The cottage is in a stunning location to really get away from it a… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to post such a complementary review of Helensdale on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect of the property and surrounding area from a visitor's point of view. Thank you and look forward to seeing you again sometime. Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Peaceful holiday”
The cottage is very comfortable and the setting is peaceful with a sea view and great bird life. A great part of the country to walk and explore.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to post a lovely review on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect of the property and surrounding area from a visitor's point of view. Hope to see you again sometime. Kind regards, Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Great cottage with stunning views”
Located in Drummore on the Mull of Galloway ,Great views over to Ireland ,so quiet and peaceful ,the cottage is equipped with everything you could wish for ,the views from the lounge are to die for ,l… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to post a lovely review of Helensdale on Trip Advisor, it is very much appreciated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect of the property and surrounding area from a visitor's point of view. I am so glad that you enjoyed your 3rd stay in our quiet corner of Galloway, with plenty of wild life for company Looking forward to seeing you again sometime Kind regards Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Real Gem.”
The cottage is some distance from Drummore (the nearest village), the accommodation is of high standard, clear the owner looks after the cottage. The best bit are the views, from the lounge you can lo… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to post a review of Helensdale on Trip Advisor, it is very much apprecated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect of the property and surrounding area from a visitor's point of view. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again sometime. Kind regards, Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“a relaxing house with perfect views wherever you look”
we loved our stay - a very warm spacious house with beautiful views on the quiet side of the quiet south rhins - we live just over an hour way also in a very quiet place with beautiful sea views but a… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to post a review on Trip Advisor, it is very much apprecated as it gives future guests an idea of what to expect from a visitor's point of view. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again sometime. Kind regards, Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Helensfale”
Highly recommend this cottage lovely quiet area Sunsets are amazing A trip down to Gallie Crag is a must
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to post a lovely review of Helensdale on Trip Advisor. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again sometime. Kind regards, Elspeth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Elspeth (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Elspeth (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Elspeth (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Elspeth the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Elspeth (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Elspeth (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Elspeth (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Elspeth (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Elspeth (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Elspeth (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Elspeth (the owner) a message.
If Elspeth (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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