Title: 3 bedroom accommodation in Sandhead near Stranraer 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 # 3 bedroom accommodation in Sandhead near Stranraer Cottage in Stranraer with kitchen ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930900/32930813/3b8ba936.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930900/32930813/b5d0ee6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930900/32930813/5afb3102.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930900/32930813/d08df04b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930900/32930813/w2048h1531x0y3-4f55ef6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Bayshiel is just 50 yards from the sandy beach at Sandhead, perfect for a picnic or windsurfing in the sheltered bay. This charming cottage offers solid wood flooring in the lounge, good facilities in the bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen with dining area. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Sandhead near Stranraer Bayshiel is just 50 yards from the sandy beach at Sandhead where you can enjoy a picnic or windsurf in the sheltered bay.. Ground Floor: Living room: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, CD Player, Electric Fire Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, oil, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available.. Courtyard with patio and garden furniture. Parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are five steps in the courtyard.!. This charming semi-detached cottage is set in the delightful coastal village of Sandhead. It enjoys an enviable location within a stone’s throw of the beautiful sandy beach which, in low tide stretches for three miles. At high tide small boats can be launched at both the beach and Sandhead Bay and fishing can be enjoyed locally. The cottage has been completely renovated and offers beautiful holiday accommodation with solid wood flooring in the lounge and good facilities in the bathrooms. The kitchen is well-equipped with a dining area with extending dining table for six. This quiet and peaceful corner of south west Scotland boasts rugged coastlines and secluded sandy beaches which benefit from the warmth of the passing Gulf stream. There are many beautiful gardens to explore, including the world renowned Logan Botanical Gardens. Along with Sandhead there are many other pretty little seaside villages and ports to visit. The RSPB Scotland Mull of Galloway Nature Reserve where thousands of seabirds nest in the cliff face during the spring and summer is well worth a visit. There is sure to be something for everyone in this beautiful area. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards. Free WiFi There is open water in the property grounds. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - CD player ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71950000/71941300/71941272/w1436h1080x242y0-db50a3d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Cottage Sleeps 4 (2 Bedroom) Sandhead - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=71941272&PinnedHotelID=71941272&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64640000/64638400/64638368/600fe487.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ardwell House East Lodge - a cottage that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom Stranraer - Sea view - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=64638368&PinnedHotelID=64638368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48970000/48962300/48962228/0b3401f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic Arcadia: Heritage Coachman Lodge on 2000-acre Seaside Estate Portpatrick - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=48962228&PinnedHotelID=48962228&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32929600/32929596/1cab2ad0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 7 bedroom accommodation in Portpatrick Portpatrick - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=32929596&PinnedHotelID=32929596&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### 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 ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 Property Registration Number DGO1113F 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 su-CC537255-CC537255 ## About the area ![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%7C54.80561%2C-4.96199&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dMK4XgVSpnPkpWc_ULlupyJVc5Q=) Sandhead near Stranraer #### What's nearby - Ringdoo Sands - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Port Logan Beach - 10 min drive - 7.6 miles - Cairnryan Port - 21 min drive - 16.1 miles - Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 26 min drive - 18.2 miles - Mull of Galloway Lighthouse - 31 min drive - 18.2 miles #### Getting around - Stranraer Station - 18 min drive - Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 101 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The lighthouse bar - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Hatch - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Galloway Barn - ‬16 min drive - ‪The Old Colfin Creamery - ‬10 min drive - ‪Living It Up At The Hotel California - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3 bedroom accommodation in Sandhead near Stranraer pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in Sandhead near Stranraer? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 bedroom accommodation in Sandhead near Stranraer? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 3 bedroom accommodation in Sandhead near Stranraer located? > Situated in Stranraer, this cottage is steps from Ringdoo Sands and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ardwell Gardens and Logan Botanic Garden. Port Logan Beach and Port Logan Lighthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 3 bedroom accommodation in Sandhead near Stranraer Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike 2 Nov 2020 #### Just across a minor road is the beach, great for walks and fantastic views. Just across a minor road is the beach, great for walks and fantastic views. Lots of other places to explore within an easy drive. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Mike This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham 29 Sept 2019 #### My wife and I were very happy with the cottage and the view we would recommend Bayshiel to anyone lo My wife and I were very happy with the cottage and the view we would recommend Bayshiel to anyone looking for a place to chill. I hosts a lovely sea view from the front. Thank you ##### Graham This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna 2 Sept 2019 #### Fantastic house directly opposite Sandhead beach. Fantastic house directly opposite Sandhead beach. Beautiful views. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again. ##### Anna This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 29 Jun 2019 #### Excellent cottage with plenty of space and everything you could wish for equipment wise. Excellent cottage with plenty of space and everything you could wish for equipment wise. Furnished to a very high standard. Views from cottage were lovely. The welcome pack was lovely, and appreciated. Walking distance from a very good hotel which was lovely for food, the Tigh Na Mara. Lovely Beach just across from the cottage which was fantastic for early morning and evening walks - to walk off the excess of holiday food. We would not hesitate to recommend this cottage to anyone. ##### Angela This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### REID 16 Jun 2019 #### Lovely cottage, immaculate throughout everything to a very high standard, great location opposite t Lovely cottage, immaculate throughout everything to a very high standard, great location opposite the beach. Well stocked local shop. Would highly recommend this cottage. ##### REID This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANDREW 11 Jun 2019 #### W What a relaxing place fantastic area to explore ##### ANDREW This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia 1 Apr 2019 #### Our return visit was proof that we loved the cottage. Our return visit was proof that we loved the cottage. Really well positioned for visiting attractions on the Mull of Galloway and Stranraer area, as well as Whithorn. Karen was great and made sure we wanted for nothing. The welcome pack was a lovely touch. The cottage was very comfortable and exceptionally clean, well equipped and spacious. The view was so restful. I feel another visit coming on........ ##### Patricia This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 8 Jan 2019 #### A A marvellous cottage in a great location ##### Karen ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Harbour House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranraer-Hotels-THE-HARBOUR-HOUSE-HOTEL.h24919660.Hotel-Information) > > [The Busby Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-The-Busby-Hotel.h10004759.Hotel-Information) > > [Ardoe House Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Hotels-Ardoe-House-Hotel-Spa.h23180.Hotel-Information) > > [Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Glasgow-Westerwood-Spa-Golf-Resort.h893990.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranraer-Hotels-The-Waterfront-Hotel-Bistro.h20585842.Hotel-Information) > > [Torrs Warren Country House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranraer-Hotels-Torrs-Warren-Country-House-Hotel.h1780862.Hotel-Information) > > [The Whispering Pine Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Spean-Bridge-Hotels-The-Whispering-Pine-Lodge.h11119972.Hotel-Information) > > [Golden Jubilee Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clydebank-Hotels-Golden-Jubilee-Hotel.h664349.Hotel-Information) > > [Auchrannie Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isle-Of-Arran-Hotels-Auchrannie-Resort.h4140916.Hotel-Information) > > [Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Dalmahoy-Hotel-Country-Club.h21999.Hotel-Information) > > [Parklands Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Parklands-Hotel-Country-Club.h14766742.Hotel-Information) > > [Duck Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Duck-Bay-Hotel.h30097341.Hotel-Information) > > [Fernhill Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranraer-Hotels-Fernhill-Hotel.h3946479.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Boutique Huntingtower Perth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Perth-Hotels-Leonardo-Boutique-Huntingtower-Perth.h859382.Hotel-Information) > > [Queen of the Loch, Balloch by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Queen-Of-The-Loch-By-Marstons-Inns.h33716771.Hotel-Information) > > [Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Glasgow-Hotels-Gleddoch-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h1502522.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tarbet Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-The-Tarbet-Hotel.h13407451.Hotel-Information) > > [Portavadie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tighnabruaich-Hotels-Portavadie.h11974275.Hotel-Information) > > [Lochside House Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cumnock-Hotels-Lochside-House-Hotel-Spa.h900570.Hotel-Information) > > [The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranraer-Hotels-Portpatrick-Hotel.h13430754.Hotel-Information) > > [Bowfield Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnstone-Hotels-Bowfield-Hotel-Country-Club.h1796965.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Crutherland House and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Macdonald-Crutherland-House-And-Spa.h569463.Hotel-Information) > > [Coylumbridge Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Coylumbridge-Resort-Hotel.h520458.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunfermline-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-Queensferry-Crossing.h1152983.Hotel-Information) > > [Cromlix](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunblane-Hotels-Cromlix.h1580309.Hotel-Information) > > [Knockinaam Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranraer-Hotels-Knockinaam-Lodge.h921566.Hotel-Information) > > [Seamill Hydro Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Kilbride-Hotels-Seamill-Hydro-Hotel-Resort.h1818213.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Glasgow East Kilbride by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Glasgow-East-Kilbride.h520428.Hotel-Information)