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Bookend Cottage, Wigtown

Sleeps 2
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 1

Bookend Cottage is a one-bedroom couples retreat sitting just 250 metres from the centre of Wigtown Scotland's National Book Town in Dumfries and Galloway. The private courtyard hot tub is a real highlight. Vintage-style furnishings and feature stonework give the lounge a genuinely warm feel alongside an open fire and Smart TV.

Wigtown is a proper book lover's town with independent bookshops and a well-known literary festival. Bladnoch Distillery is 1. 5 miles away one of Scotland's oldest working distilleries where you can tour and taste. Galloway Forest Park is 8. 5 miles out with serious walking routes.

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About Bookend Cottage

Bookend Cottage is a one-bedroom couples retreat sitting just 250 metres from the centre of Wigtown Scotland's National Book Town in Dumfries and Galloway. The private courtyard hot tub is a real highlight. Vintage-style furnishings and feature stonework give the lounge a genuinely warm feel alongside an open fire and Smart TV.

Wigtown is a proper book lover's town with independent bookshops and a well-known literary festival. Bladnoch Distillery is 1.5 miles away one of Scotland's oldest working distilleries where you can tour and taste. Galloway Forest Park is 8.5 miles out with serious walking routes. Wide sandy beaches at Garlieston and Rigg Bay are just 8 miles away.

The cottage sleeps two in a super-king-size bedroom upstairs with an en-suite WC. Downstairs has a shower room. The kitchen has a Smeg coffee machine, electric range cooker, dishwasher and air fryer. There's also a separate dining room with a record player and radio.

Bladnoch Distillery (1.5 miles, 5 mins), Galloway Forest Park (8.5 miles, 15 mins), Rigg Bay Beach (8 miles, 15 mins) and Newton Stewart town centre (7 miles, 12 mins) are all close by.

Bookend Cottage suits couples perfectly hot tub, open fire, super-king bed and whisky on the doorstep. Book it.

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What Guests Love

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Private Hot Tub

A private courtyard hot tub for two perfect after a day walking Galloway Forest Park or exploring the beaches at Rigg Bay.

Super-King Bedroom

The upstairs bedroom has a sumptuous super-king-size bed with an en-suite WC right next door for added comfort.

Open Fire Lounge

The lounge has a real hearth with vintage-style furnishings and feature stonework genuinely cosy on cooler Scottish evenings.

Bladnoch Distillery Nearby

Scotland's Bladnoch Distillery is just 1.5 miles away. Tour the 200-year-old premises and sample award-winning whisky.

Record Player & Books

The dining room has a record player and radio. Bookshelves are stocked throughout fitting for a cottage in Scotland's Book Town.

Smeg Coffee & Modern Kitchen

The kitchen has a Smeg coffee machine, air fryer, dishwasher and electric range cooker everything needed for two.

Getting To Bookend Cottage

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By Car

To reach Bookend Cottage by car, follow the A714 into Wigtown. The cottage is just 250 metres from the town centre and on-street parking is available nearby free of charge, subject to availability.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Barrhill, though most guests find it easier to travel via Stranraer or Dumfries and hire a car from there. Newton Stewart, 7 miles away, has local taxi services that can bring you directly to the cottage.

Free on-street parking nearby (subject to availability)
Newton Stewart (7 miles) local taxi services available
250 metres from Wigtown town centre, DG8 9EH

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Bladnoch Distillery
Distance: 1.5 miles
DG8 9AB
Galloway Forest Park
Distance: 8.5 miles
DG8 7BE
Rigg Bay Beach, Garlieston
Distance: 8 miles
DG8 8AH
Bladnoch River Circular Walk (5.5 miles)
Distance: Starts nearby
DG8 9EH
Galloway Forest Park Trails
Distance: 8.5 miles
DG8 7BE
Wigtown Bay Local Nature Reserve
Distance: 1 mile
DG8 9JH
Wigtown Bookshops (multiple)
Distance: 0.25 miles
DG8 9HQ
Newton Stewart Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
DG8 6JQ
Wigtown Local Shops
Distance: 0.25 miles
DG8 9EH
Newton Stewart (nearest large town)
Distance: 7 miles
DG8 6JQ
Stranraer
Distance: 28 miles
DG9 7AA
Dumfries
Distance: 50 miles
DG1 2BX
Bladnoch Distillery
Distance: 1.5 miles
DG8 9AB
Galloway Forest Park
Distance: 8.5 miles
DG8 7BE
Rigg Bay Beach, Garlieston
Distance: 8 miles
DG8 8AH
Bladnoch River Circular Walk (5.5 miles)
Distance: Starts nearby
DG8 9EH
Galloway Forest Park Trails
Distance: 8.5 miles
DG8 7BE
Wigtown Bay Local Nature Reserve
Distance: 1 mile
DG8 9JH
Wigtown Bookshops (multiple)
Distance: 0.25 miles
DG8 9HQ
Newton Stewart Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
DG8 6JQ
Wigtown Local Shops
Distance: 0.25 miles
DG8 9EH
Newton Stewart (nearest large town)
Distance: 7 miles
DG8 6JQ
Stranraer
Distance: 28 miles
DG9 7AA
Dumfries
Distance: 50 miles
DG1 2BX

Is Bookend Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Bookend Cottage is designed for couples and sleeps just two guests. There are no facilities specifically aimed at children. Families would be better suited to a larger self-catering property in the Dumfries and Galloway area.
For Couples
This is a proper couples cottage. Private hot tub in the courtyard, super-king bed, open fire, record player and a Smeg coffee machine. Bladnoch Distillery is 1.5 miles away for a whisky evening. Sandy beaches and forest walks are within 8.5 miles. Hard to beat.
Pet Friendly
Bookend Cottage does not accept dogs or other pets. If travelling with a pet you will need to look at alternative accommodation in the Wigtown or Newton Stewart area. No exceptions are listed in the property details.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Bookend Cottage

The Wigtown Ploughman

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DG8 9HQ

Craft Hotel Bar & Restaurant, Wigtown

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DG8 9EH

The Bladnoch Inn

Located 1.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DG8 9AB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Bookend Cottage

Does Bookend Cottage have a hot tub?
Yes there is a private hot tub in the enclosed courtyard garden. It's ideal for two people and sits within a private outdoor space accessible directly from the cottage.
Is Bookend Cottage pet friendly?
No dogs are not permitted at Bookend Cottage. If you're travelling with a pet please check alternative properties in the area.
How far is Bookend Cottage from Wigtown town centre?
The cottage is just 250 metres from Wigtown town centre. You can walk to the bookshops, cafes and local amenities in just a few minutes.
What is the sleeping arrangement at Bookend Cottage?
There is one bedroom with a super-king-size bed located upstairs. The cottage sleeps a maximum of two guests.
What bathroom facilities does the cottage have?
There is a downstairs shower room with a shower and WC. The upstairs bedroom also has an en-suite WC adjacent to it.
What kitchen appliances are available?
The kitchen is well equipped with an electric range-style cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Smeg coffee machine, air fryer and washing machine. French windows open out from the kitchen on sunny days.
Is parking available at Bookend Cottage?
Parking is on-street and free of charge though subject to availability. The cottage is in Wigtown town so spaces are generally accessible nearby.
What is there to do near Bookend Cottage?
Bladnoch Distillery is 1.5 miles away offering tours and tastings. Galloway Forest Park is 8.5 miles out with walking routes and Rigg Bay's sandy beach is around 8 miles from the cottage.

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