Title: Pass the Keys | Charming & Cosy Traditional Scottish Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pass the Keys | Charming & Cosy Traditional Scottish Cottage ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106152300/106152299/338b0950.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106152300/106152299/f4c6007e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106152300/106152299/9d705c0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106152300/106152299/fca9c2a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106152300/106152299/fc802747.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to The Pink House, a beautifully presented Scottish country cottage in Castle Douglas. This cosy yet spacious retreat offers a warm and welcoming sitting room with feature fire, perfect for relaxing after exploring the surrounding area. The fully equipped kitchen is ideal for meal preparation and the adjacent dining area makes meal times a great social event! Outside, you'll find a small courtyard garden perfect for morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71001 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pass the Keys | Charming & Cosy Traditional Scottish Cottage About this space Enjoy a relaxing stay at this cosy but spacious beautifully presented centrally located cottage in Castle Douglas. Just a few minutes walk into the regions 'food town' The Pink House is a great base for exploring all our beautiful region has to offer. Traditionally decorated to give a real Scottish country cottage feel, the cottage is perfectly located for walkers and cyclists as well as those looking for a quiet break but like to be near local amenities. The space GROUND FLOOR Sitting Room:- The cottage has a warm and welcoming sitting room complete with feature fire, perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine in the evening, family games night or a night in front of the TV after a long day exploring everything the surrounding area has to offer. Kitchen & Dining Area:- The fully equipped kitchen is great for meal preparation and with the adjacent dining area, meal times can be a great social event! Boot Room:- There is a small 'boot room' next to the main door with wall mounted heater for drying wet coats and boots (we get more sunny days here in Scotland than you may think but there's always a risk of a touch of the famous Scottish drizzle)! Cloakroom:- Also located downstairs is a cloakroom with WC and basin for convenience. FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1:- A large, spacious room beautifully decorated in soothing tones, there is both a comfortable double and single bed. Multiple storage options mean there is plenty of room for personal belongings. Bedroom 2:- A charming bedroom with traditional style double bed and super comfortable mattress ensuring a great night sleep! Bedroom 3:- Perfect for little ones, a bunk bed will mean they quickly adopt this room as their own and will love sleeping in their special place! Bathroom:- Bright and light with both a full size bath and over bath shower, the perfect space for a relaxing soak after a busy day of activities. OUTSIDE SPACE:- There is a small courtyard garden to the rear of the property which is ideal for a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. To the side of the property is a bike storage shed for guest use. There is parking directly outside the property with additional parking across the road. THE AREA The cottage is ideally located as a base to explore all that the stunning region of Dumfries & Galloway has to offer. All the local amenities are within easy walking distance, Castle Douglas itself is known for it's independent shops, restaurants and cafes, also know as the regions 'food town' you will often find bustling farmers and food markets selling fresh local produce. There is a stunning local park with lake for daily strolls or for those who enjoy hiking and cycling the town is surrounded by outstanding countryside with various walking trails and cycling routes. A short 15 minute drive away is the harbour town of Kirkcudbright, the regions 'artists town' again sports independent shops, galleries and restaurants. We look forward to welcoming you to The Pink House. Guest access Guests will have access to the entire property and courtyard garden Other things to note I have chosen the award-winning property management company Pass the Keys® to manage my home and make your stay as enjoyable as possible. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process. The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay. Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,001 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Under request ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 3831818 ## About the area Located in Castle Douglas, this holiday home is in a rural area. RSPB Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve and Threave Garden reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Galloway Activity Centre and Cally Gardens. [Visit our Castle Douglas travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Douglas.dx182747) [View more Holiday homes in Castle Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Douglas-Private-Holiday-Homes.d182747-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.94042%2C-3.92766&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yRln3yymNeSUtEJk8Ii803pSXOA=) Castle Douglas ### What's nearby - Threave Garden - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Lock Ken - 12 min drive - 8.8 miles - Threave Castle - 12 min drive - 2.3 miles - Kippford Beach - 17 min drive - 11.7 miles - Galloway Forest Park - 29 min drive - 23.5 miles ### Getting around - Dumfries Station - 23 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 80 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Kings Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪Designs Cafe - ‬4 min walk - ‪Halikarnas Fish & Chips - ‬5 min walk - ‪Nikos - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Jewel in the Crown - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pass the Keys | Charming & Cosy Traditional Scottish Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pass the Keys | Charming & Cosy Traditional Scottish Cottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pass the Keys | Charming & Cosy Traditional Scottish Cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pass the Keys | Charming & Cosy Traditional Scottish Cottage located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Threave Garden and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Threave Castle. RSPB Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve and Lock Ken are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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