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Barstobrick Holiday Lodges

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The pond and the lodges (added by manager 02 Aug 2022)

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Stylish lodges with stunning views, 10 minutes from Castle Douglas
A 10-minute drive to Kirkcudbright; 20 minutes to Galloway Forest Park
Walking trails and horse riding centre on site

It’s tricky to decide which is more attractive at Barstobrick Holiday Lodges: the stunning scenery of the Dumfries and Galloway countryside or the stylish interiors… But as it happens you can admire both at the same time thanks to the large windows specially designed to make the most of the gorgeous views towards the Galloway Hills. Want a closer look? This site between Castle Douglas and Kirkcudbright (and about 10 minutes’ drive from either) is in a great position for exploring both countryside and coast, with several walking trails starting just outside the lodges and maps available to buy to make sure you don’t go astray. For an alternative way to get around, sign up for horseback treks from the riding centre on site – it’s got outings for all abilities, plus lessons for those who need a bit of guidance (booking ahead is advised for all riding activities). And if all this sounds a little tiring? Simply settle at the table and chairs on your deck, pour a drink and sit back to admire the views over the pond to the hills beyond. That outdoor table also makes a fine setting for an alfresco breakfast, which you can have delivered to your lodge in a hamper for an extra charge. Inside your lodge, it’s all comfy and smart – each one has a kingsize bed, kitchenette, Smart TV and an ensuite shower room.

Site type

Open all year

Languages spoken

English

Features

No dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Luxury

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Horse riding nearby

Location

Barstobrick Holiday Lodges

Barstobrick

Ringford

Castle Douglas

Dumfries and Galloway

Scotland

DG7 2AU

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.91566°N
-4.05513°W

Nearest transport

Coach

3.5 mi Village

Rail

21 mi Dumfries Rail Station

26.5 mi Flimby Rail Station

26.5 mi Maryport Rail Station

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

It’s really straightforward to start exploring the locality from Barstobrick, as it has marked-out walking trails running direct from the site. Pick up maps at reception for a scenic stroll along the two-kilometre Ridge Trail or the longer 5.5-km Hot Blast Trail. For mini travellers, the kilometre-long Galloway Faerie Trail is the one: it’s buggy- and wheelchair-friendly and filled with magical things to spot along the way… For longer spells, try the trails through the Galloway Forest (20 minutes’ drive) or steel yourself for the 7Stanes Dalbeattie mountain bike trails (25 minutes). You may well spot wildlife along the way, but for guaranteed sightings you’ll want the Red Kite Feeding Station (10 minutes). Elsewhere, you may like to seek out sea air at Mossyard beach (20 minutes), play golf at Birhouse Bay (25 minutes) or wander around Cardoness Castle (15 minutes). Foodie Castle Douglas and arty Kirkcudbright are both 10 minutes’ drive away for some town time.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Dhoon Bay	7.1 mi	Estuary	N/A	Poor	Poor	Poor
Carrick	9.1 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	Good	Good
Brighouse Bay	9.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Poor	Poor	Poor
Mossyard	9.6 mi	Estuary	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Rockcliffe	10.9 mi	Estuary	N/A	Poor	Poor	Poor

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 18.7 mi

Robert Burns Centre 20.3 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Threave Estate, Castle, House and Garden 4.4 mi

Gatehouse of Fleet - Glencap Forest - Dow Craig Hill 5.3 mi

The Ken - Dee Marshes Nature Reserve 5.4 mi

Around Castle Douglas 5.4 mi

Around Kirkcudbright 5.4 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Excellent venue and accommodation. We will go back again!

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Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Jun 2023

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: Modern, well designed, fully equipped lodges with wonderful views both front and back. The Fairy Glen adventure for youngsters and the excellent 3 hour 'Puzzle Trail' walk for adults were excellent additions for guests to attempt. Although the latter was perhaps a bit too difficult as far as finding and understanding the clues was concerned. Especially the 'Walled Garden" section. All the entry doors/gates were either locked or had barriers (wood and canisters) holding them shut from the inside. But if you are brave enough to 'take the chance' of a land owner chasing you off his/her land then the feeling of having found the answer was worth it. Well done Barstobrick!

Disliked: Nothing, excellent service from staff/family members. Friendly advice!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Immaculate pod , peaceful location perfect getaway…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Ruth F. May 2023

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: Immaculate pod , peaceful location perfect getaway

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice spot, and nice lodge with a couple of nice walks nearby.

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Gerard H. May 2023

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: Standard of accommodation and local area are great.

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent accommodation, superb surroundings.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Carole W. Apr 2023

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: Excellent accommodation and surroundings, just so peaceful, this was our second visit and we'll be back.

Disliked: Absolutely nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Idyllic

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Jennifer W. Feb 2023

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: Clean, modern and comfortable. The view from the bed was breathtaking, I will never forget watching Red Kites soaring in the sky, whilst sat in bed with my brew. Just beautiful. The location was perfect for going Scottish Wildlife Hides with Alan. It was also a great location for visiting local towns etc. We couldn’t recommend this place enough.

Disliked: As far as equipment we felt it could have benefitted from a couple of coat hooks, a dust pan and brush and a casserole dish, and if being cheeky perhaps a couple of Prosecco glasses 😊

Recommend to friends Visit again

A fabulous few days, excellent setup and scenery, definitely be back

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Carole W. Aug 2022

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: The whole setup was excellent

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

The peace and tranquility was perfect, the location not far from lots…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Pauline M. Aug 2022

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: The peace and tranquility was perfect, the location not far from lots of nice areas to explore. The lodge was ideal for a couple and the cleanliness excellent and amenities were of a high standard. We are return guests and will be back again

Recommend to friends Visit again

First time staying the cabins, really nice and clen

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Mark M. Jun 2022

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: Great location, really enjoyed the walk, lay out of the cabin was really good. Had everything we need, wish I booked longer

Disliked: Absolutely nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy checkin, using key safe. Everything provided, very clean.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Victoria M. Jun 2022

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: The cabin, was amazing. Was very clean, everything you needed and was based in beautiful surroundings. Perfect for a chilled weekends away.

Disliked: There was nothing to dislike about my stay.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Was lovely , would definitely return Exceptionally clean , great surroundings, close…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Kezzie L. Jun 2022

The Pond 1 bedroom lodge

Liked: Was lovely , would definitely return Exceptionally clean , great surroundings, close to villages

Recommend to friends Visit again

Does Barstobrick Holiday Lodges have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Barstobrick Holiday Lodges dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Barstobrick Holiday Lodges? It’s really straightforward to start exploring the locality from Barstobrick, as it has marked-out walking trails running direct from the site. Pick up maps at reception for a scenic stroll along the … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Barstobrick Holiday Lodges?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

Read more