Allonby Cottage, Kippford
Address:
Allonby Cottage
Kippford
By Dalbeattie
Kirkudbrightshire
DG5 4LN
email: bookings@kippfordcottage.co.uk
Phone: +44 (1985)
850134
Allonby Cottage is a delightful sea front
property situated on the front in the village of Kippford, Dumfries
and Galloway, Scotland.
The cottage offers flexible accommodation that
provides cosy comfort for a couple or plenty of space for a family.
It has wonderful, uninterrupted views over the Urr Estuary,
Kippford Harbour and the hills beyond.
The picturesque little village of Kippford has
all you need for a wonderful stay; beautiful scenery, good food and
plenty to do.
Allonby Cottage is ideally located for nearby
beaches, sailing, mountain biking, golfing, walking, fishing or
simply relaxing by the sea. Take a look at our list of local
attractions and activities to see for yourself the wide range of
things to do within a walk, cycle ride or short drive of the
cottage.
Kippford is also the ideal location to explore
the South West of Scotland. Within easy reach there is an
inexhaustible supply of National Trust properties, RSPB reserves,
family activities, historic sites, stunning coastal and hill
scenery and bustling market towns to explore.
Allonby Cottage is ideally located, by being
on the front you have uninterrupted views over the Urr Estuary,
Kippford Harbour and out to the Galloway Hills beyond.
Kippford has no through road so only those ‘in
the know’ or those happening upon it know of its tranquil and
beautiful location. If you turn right out of the front gate of the
cottage you walk down to the Yacht Club and Mariner and Anchor
Pubs.
If you turn left you pass the lifeboat station
and can either stop at the Ark shop for an ice cream or turn left
up the brae towards the jubilee path over the headland to
Rockliffe. By continuing to walk along the front, and not up the
brae, you come across a series of small beaches that are ideal for
wiling away a few hours.
History
The cottage was built originally in 1896 and
consisted then simply of a ‘two up and two down’. The Kippford
front and Allonby Cottage were clearly photogenic back then and
feature on many post-cards through the years.
We think it kept its original shape until
1975, when a local doctor purchased it and added the large kitchen,
a further bedroom, a workshop and re-directed the stairs. We’re
reliably informed that dynamite was used to blast out the Kippford
granite to clear room for the kitchen!
Allonby Cottage Description
Porch
To the front of the cottage there is a porch
that looks out over the Kippford front, the estuary and the
Galloway hills. It is the perfect place to watch the world and the
wildlife go by and to either sit with morning coffee or enjoy the
setting sun at the end of the day.
Sitting Room
The bright sitting room looks over the
estuary. It has a comfy sofa and arm chairs, TV with DVD and a
selection of books and games for those quieter days.
Kitchen
The shaker style kitchen is at the rear of the
house and faces onto the garden. It is a good size and has a dining
table and chairs. There is also a gas hob, with electric oven,
fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. The kitchen is well
equipped, including a highchair, children’s plates, bowls and
cutlery.
Downstairs Bedroom
This bedroom is at the front of the house and
has amazing views over the estuary and the hills. It has a
comfortable double bed and fitted wardrobe. This bedroom has easy
access to the downstairs WC and shower room.
[By just using this bedroom couples can enjoy
the house and all its facilities without feeling they are in a
property too large for their needs.]
WC with sink.
Shower/Utility Room
To the rear of the ground floor there is a
utility room with washer/dryer and space for coats, boots, etc. In
the utility room there is a separate shower that is ideal for use
by those staying in the downstairs bedroom or when coming in from a
days walking or sailing.
Upstairs
House Bathroom is a good sized bathroom with
sink, bath and WC. The bath also has a shower attachment.
Bedroom One a double bedroom is at the front
of the house, with beautiful views over the water and beyond. It
has a comfortable double bed, chest of drawers and built in
wardrobe.
Bedroom Two is also at the front of the house
so also has lovely views over the estuary and hills. It has two
single beds and a chest of drawers.
Bedroom Three is a cute, smaller bedroom with
a cabin bed that makes it ideal for a child, but the bed is big
enough for a grown up. There are three drawers under the bed for
clothes storage
Back Garden
The large back garden is laid to lawn and
gently slopes up towards the woods at the rear. It is completely
fenced and ideal for children to run around in. There is garden
furniture and a BBQ set.
