Hotels in Sandhead

Victorian Villa, with uninterrupted sea views. Sleeps up to 8 people in 3 bedrooms.Auld Schoolhouse & Beach Cottage are situated in the seaside village of Sandhead. They are "almost on the Beach" and both enjoy uninterrupted views over Luce Bay and the Galloway hills beyond. Sandhead is built on "7 miles of sand" - all this on your doorstep! It also boasts a pub/restaurant (Tigh-na-Mara - Gaelic for beside the sea!), well stocked local shop and children's play park.The picturesque fishing village of Portpatrick, with its traditional harbour and small sandy beach, has many quality restaurants, pubs and gift shops is only a 10 minute drive away. Other activities to be found in Portpatrick include boat trips for fishing and sightseeing, putting, bowling, golf and walking. These Sandhead houses are an ideal base for the golfing enthusiast with 4 courses within a 10 minute drive ( all with stunning sea views) namely - Dunskey, Lagganmore, Craichmore and County - the is also Turnberry at under 1 hours drive! For keen walkers there are extensive footpaths including the Southern Upland Way, which commences in the village of Portpatrick and the Galloway Coastal Path from Stranraer to Mull of Galloway. Auld Schoolhouse and Beach Cottage are located in the Rhins of Galloway, a peninsula which has a varying and enchanting range of coastal features from sandy beaches on the East coast, such as Sandhead itself - 7 miles of unbroken sand, to a variety of cliffs, rocks and sandy coves on the West including the secluded sandy beach at Killantringan - you will be spoilt for the wide variety of beaches in the area - mostly within a 10 minute drive. The climate hear is warmed by the Gulf Stream and the area is home to many renowned gardens - Logan Botanic, Logan House, Ardwell, Castle Kennedy, Glenwhan and Dunskey are all within a 10 minute drive. For the more adventurous there is Threave and Culzean Castle within 1 hours drive from your holiday house. Other attractions include Cream of Galloway Ice Cream and adventure park and the Laggan Outdoor Activity Centre (home to the longest Zip-wire ride) both near Gatehouse of Fleet. 7Stanes Mountain Biking in the Galloway Forest Park. Cocoa Bean Chocolate Factory in Twynholm. Ryan Centre swimming pool and Agnew Park (children's outdoor activity park) in Stranraer. For historians there is Glenluce Abbey and St. Ninian's Cave near Whithorn. Wigtown is also worth a visit if you are interested in reading - it has been labelled the Book Town. At the Southern end of the Rhins peninsula is the Mull of Galloway lighthouse - the most southerly point in Scotland. Attractions hear include the 115 step climb to the top of the lighthouse & a certificate to prove it! (open most weekends in the summer season), Gallie Craig Tearoom and the RSPB bird reserve. Auld Schoolhouse & Beach Cottage provide a perfect base for a self catering holiday in this area.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total).About checkOut:Check out before 9:30 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:No events allowed.

With a stay at Knockinaam Lodge in Stranraer, you'll be 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Stranraer Museum and 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from Castle of St John. This beach lodge is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Ardwell Gardens and 11.8 mi (19 km) from Castle Kennedy Gardens. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a private beach or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a communal living room. At Knockinaam Lodge , enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

With a stay at Mount Stewart Hotel in Stranraer, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Dunskey Garden and Castle of St John. This hotel is 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from Stranraer Museum and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Mull of Galloway Trail - North. Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. At Mount Stewart Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms.

When you stay at Galloway Steading Luxury Glamping Pods in Newton Stewart, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Glenluce Abbey and Luce Sands. This golf cabin is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Gkenwhan Gardens and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Castle Kennedy Gardens. Enjoy recreation amenities such as a golf course or take in the view from a garden. This cabin also features a picnic area and charcoal grills. Free self parking is available onsite. Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 5 guestrooms, featuring private hot tubs. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Kitchens are outfitted with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, ovens, and stovetops. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected.