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Kenmure Kennels in Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, is a spacious holiday home that sleeps 14 guests across 8 bedrooms. The property features an open fire and allows pets, offering a perfect rural escape with views of Loch Ken and the surrounding hills. The house is ideal for family getaways or large group holidays, with direct access to Little Kenmure Loch for water sports like wild swimming, canoeing, paddle boarding, and sailing. Nearby attractions include the ruins of Kenmure Castle, the Galloway Forest, and the Royal Burgh of New Galloway.
The location on the edge of Galloway Forest Park makes Kenmure Kennels a superb spot for star gazing, as one of only four Dark Sky Parks in the UK. New Galloway, the smallest Royal Burgh in the country, offers a charming arts center, community-run deli, cafes, and inns for dining. The nearby town of Castle Douglas provides a variety of independent shops, delis, cafes, pubs, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Galloway Forest Park, offering biking on 7Stanes trails, walking routes, coastal walks along Solway Firth, and water sports at Loch Ken.
Galloway is known for its natural beauty, with open spaces, lochs, moorland, forests, and beaches, as well as opportunities for walking, horse riding, cycling, golf, fishing, and birdwatching. The area is home to diverse wildlife, including wintering geese, Red Kites, and the occasional golden eagle. Kenmure Kennels offers accommodation for up to 14 guests, with a mix of double, single, and bunk bedrooms, along with a well-equipped kitchen, dining room, and cozy sitting areas. The property includes a large garden, parking for four cars, and facilities like Wi-Fi, a wood-burning stove, and bike/canoe storage.
Guests can enjoy additional amenities like a Nespresso Vertuo Coffee Machine, a cot and high chair, and options for extra logs or a veg box. The property has specific rules regarding dog-friendly accommodations, cleanliness, and guest requirements. Bookings are accepted for family groups or couples aged 22 and older, with no single-sex groups or parties allowed without prior agreement. Kenmure Kennels offers a peaceful and comfortable retreat in a stunning natural setting, perfect for exploring the beauty and outdoor activities of Dumfries and Galloway.
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