Email Kippford Forest Lodges enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
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Welcome
to Kippford Forest Lodges, one of the most beautiful holiday sites in
Scotland, the holiday location for those who wish to avoid the "indoor
attractions" of noisier resort locations.
With all of Dumfries and Galloway - often described as 'Scotland in Miniature' - for your playground and the Colvend Coast, known as 'Scotland's Riviera' for its beautiful rocky headlands and sandy beaches as your neighbourhood, Kippford is regarded as being the loveliest seaside village in South West Scotland.
We are sure you will love this area, and whatever the weather you'll find lots to see and do. The Kippford Forest Lodges offer a lovely place to stay, beautifully landscaped and very well maintained.
Kippford Forest Lodges Accommodation
We take pride in the quality of our Norwegian log lodges which are set on an elevated section within a horse-shoe formation on an exclusive site of nine lodges all of which overlook a most charming small landscaped Lochan.
Each lodge is situated within its own outstanding landscape garden with feature stone dyking and comprising patio access to a full terraced area on two sides.
The interior comprises a large open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area with breakfast bar, three large bedrooms (Master king sized with en-suite and jet spa facilities, twin room and bunk room, (adult sized), all with fitted wardrobes), shower room and utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.
As well as offering exceptionally good accommodation, the range of equipment is excellent too. Microwave (in addition to full cooker) colour TV, DVD player, CD player with radio, luxury leather sofas, a jet bath in the en-suite master bed room and even a private veranda from which you can enjoy the sunset over the lovely countryside.
Additional Features
· High Quality furnishings & equipment
· Beautifully located positions with wonderful views
· Fully centrally heated - all gas & electricity included
· Patio furniture
· All bed linen and towels are supplied
· Well behaved pets are welcome
· A strict NO SMOKING POLICY is adhere to.
Activities and Attractions
For rides up to 5 miles follow the woodland paths and
coastal trails around the site and the village. For the
technically advanced, trails through the newly extended and very varied
Dalbeattie Town Wood and Moyle Hill include; "Hard Rock" and
the famous "Slab".
Easy trails go to the beaches of Kippford, Rockcliffe and Sandyhills. Routes start from only 200 yards outside the site and are almost entirely off public roads. Nearby, 'Mabie Forest' has been developed as another of Scotland's Premier cycle areas.
Breakout By Car
One particular favourite is a drive along some lovely lochs and the 'Raiders
Road' an old drove road through Galloway Forest Park. Stop to view (or
add to!) an area of woodland sculpture, then picnic beside the 'Otter
Pool'.
After lunch visit the Deer Centre and the Clatteringshaws Loch, where 'Bruce's Stone' recalls Robert the Bruce's first victory in his quest to claim his crown. Travel on to New Galloway - a beautiful upland village.
Lastly, while driving back along Loch Ken for some 12 miles, stop at the Outdoor Centre to book some high activity fun for another day. All these places are within 10 miles of each other, so you won't spend hours in the car.
There are special events on throughout the year, the Kirkcudbright Summer Festival (Thursday evenings) and Palnackie 'World Flounder Tramping', various agricultural shows etc.
Castle, Gardens & Crafts
Dumfries & Galloway's turbulent past has left a legacy of many castles
and historic monuments. At Buittle Tower & Tournament venue, just
4 miles away, you can see what new developments the recent archaeological
dig has turned up.
Sweetheart Abbey, one of Scotland' s most romantic with its poignant tale of love lost, is within 20 minutes drive, as are Threave Castle and Gardens of Threave and Arbigland - Mighty Caerlavock Castle and Logan Botanic Garden are further afield.
Near to the site, Barnbarroch Pottery is one of the several which sell beautiful and individually made pottery and other crafts.
Golf
Try an early morning round of golf at Craigieknowes, the 9 hole golf course
just 100 yards away. During the season the 'Tearoom' offers welcome refreshments.
Colvend 18 hole course is only three miles away (spectacular
views!)
Boating
Trips are available at Kippford or Kirkcudbright. Boats can be launched
at Kippford, where there is an active yacht club. Sailing courses are
available at Loch Ken (18 miles).
Walks
From Kippford, an extremely pretty coastal walk passes the beach and follows
the shore to the neighbouring seaside village of Rockcliffe. Stop here
for a snack and decide which of the marked forest trails to return to
the Site. Longer coastal trails can be followed one way, using the local
regular bus to get back.
Beach
A large beautiful sandy beach is available at Sandyhills (approximately
3 miles).
Riding
Within 4 miles where riding lessons can be arranged.
The site offers lovely views over the Lochan and of the surrounding Galloway Hills. To the rear there is woodland including an 8000 year old bluebell area and a breeding Red Squirrel population, as well as viewpoints from where you can see over the sea to the Lake District (over 40 miles away to the south) and into the Galloway Hills (over 20 miles) to the north.
We look forward to welcoming you soon to Kippford Forest Lodges.
DIRECTIONS
Getting There by Car:
A711 from Dumfries to Dalbeattie and then A710 to Kippford. A711 from
Dumfries or Castle Douglas.
Getting There by Railway:
To Dumfries
Getting there by Aeroplane:
To Glasgow or Prestwick
Getting There by Ferry:
To Stranraer and down via A75 towards Dumfries.
Email Kippford Forest Lodges enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
