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Reviews of Wrens nest

Wellhouse farm cottages, kirkcowan, Newton Stewart, DG8 0HT, United Kingdom

#4 of 47 Holiday rentals in Newton Stewart

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 32 hotel reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Quiet, cosy and clean stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We booked Wrens nest for a little quiet get away, the cottage itself was very easy to find, it was very clean, quiet, cosy and had everything we needed. Great heating and a hot shower. There was some prosecco and fudge on arrival which was a lovely touch after a long day. Thank you Gael for a brilliant stay.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Good quiet location for a short break in Galloway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was spot on.

    Quiet location, well furnished cottage. Gael was absolutely spot, the Prosecco and nibbles on arrival were a nice touch.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Dark Sky Park on the doorstep
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike.

    Loved our stay at the Wrens nest, very cosy and perfect location to explore the area, especially the dark sky park. The accommodation had everything we required. We bumped into Gael a couple of times and she always made time for a chat.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet cosy property, spotlessly clean throughout. Gael was the perfect host, welcoming but not intrusive.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    A wonderful little gem of a place
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t think of anything!

    Host is very friendly and accommodating. We had to check on a bit earlier and the host let us in. It’s a real tardis with probably the best shower we have ever experienced. It looks a little tired from the outside but it’s perfect on the inside, so compact and everything you need. Great secure area to let the dog out into. It’s a beautiful location on the outskirts of village and easy to walk dog up and down the lane and nearby.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A comfortable, cosy place in peaceful countryside. It had everything we needed for a weekend away.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2024

    9.0
    We had a lovely cozy stay and felt very welcome and valued guests.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although the space was used very effectively, it was perhaps a little more compact than we had expected. Storage might have been challenging on a longer stay.

    Beautifully clean and quality tasteful finish to the fabric of the building and furnishings, very well and conveniently equipped, friendly and helpful owner, lovely location. A real little gem.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a lovely stay at Wrens nest. The cottage is in a beautiful and peaceful location with great views. Gael, our host, was so helpful when we needed her.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Excellent little studio cottage with everything you need,very cosy and comfortable ,lovely area that's got great walks around. Slept so peacefully and plenty stars visible as its so dark .

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    10
    Gael was super friendly and helpful and has put a lot of effort into making the Wren’s Nest a good place to stay.
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I felt it could have done with shelves adjacent to the bathroom sink (on the wall behind the door) to put our toiletries on and also a towel ring on the side of the sink unit. These small additions would have made using the bathroom much easier. Both in terms of aesthetics and practicality I would have preferred to have a little dining table and two dining chairs rather than the sofa and two small collapsible side tables. You can always relax on the bed and watch tv from there very comfortably... possibly more comfortably than sitting on a small sofa. Having a table would making eating meals easier and also easier to use a laptop and would be useful extra food prep space. The mattress was very soft and both my husband and I woke up with a back ache each morning. I appreciate that there are some people who like soft mattresses but they aren’t good for anyone’s spine.

    Wren’s Nest was warm and quite well designed for a couple on a short stay. Parking was easy. and getting in to the property was trouble free. It’s in a pretty and peaceful location and the host, Gael, was very friendly and prompt with communications before and during our stay.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    9.0
    Lovely hidden bolt hole
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful location. Walks for the dog on the doorstep. Lovely touch with prosecco on arrival.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    10
    Everything we needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Property was very clean with everything we needed. Host was very good gave us lots of information.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    10
    A wonderful place to stay with a great host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing, we just wish we could have stayed longer.

    Wren's Nest is located close to a small village and is surrounded by countryside. the night skies were superb and Gael the host was very friendly and extremely helpful. The location is ideal to explore the surrounding area. We highly recommend the accomodation.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    10
    Lovely place to spend a couple of nights
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small but mighty studio in a nice, quiet location. Friendly but unobtrusive hosts. Comfortable bed and good shower. Enclosed shady garden area was great for the dog, and we enjoyed sitting outside with a glass of wine. Everything was good quality and well thought out. Kitchenette has limited facilities for preparing food but plenty of options for evening meals within 15 minutes.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    9.0
    Gael was really welcoming. Wren's Nest cosy, comfortable & very well equipped.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    No facility to charge a Mobile phone...... or maybe we didn't find it!

    N/A

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location easy to find. Lovely welcome pack and well equipped cottage.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2023

    10
    3 nights of peace
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely quiet location ,clean,everything you need is there. Cheese nibbles and Prosecco waiting for us on arrival. Owner is very friendly and informative

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Incredibly clean, thoughtfully designed and a very comfortable bed.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    10
    Lovely wee staycation. So peaceful and so perfect for us.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect

    Location was perfect for us for a staycation. Lovely clean cottage and lovely hosts,

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    10
    Super stay, very relaxing
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Lovely location and cottage. Really appreciate that there is no charge for bringing a dog. Very cosy and good quality fixtures and fittings. Nice local farm within walking distance selling home grown produce.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    10
    A lovely small cottage it has everything you need a break away. very clean and smart inside. a fenced garden that the do
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great shower and a great base for exploring. great sunsets!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2023

    9.0
    Very satisfying stay Was able to extend an extra day as it was available
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom needed a small storage shelf and a clothes hook.

    Quiet location and central for my travel plans. Property well equipped although a few minor irritants.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2023

    9.0
    A lovely way to recharge our batteries.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    Gorgeous cosy cottage in fabulous location.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2023

    10
    Perfect stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a lovely little cottage everything you need for a short stay. It is not out of the way but a very quiet location. The enclosed garden was an added bonus for us because we had our dog. We were made very welcome on arrival and the host came to see us before we left. Great stay.

    Stayed in April 2023

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