House of Knock , Dumfries and Galloway Accommodation 12 - 2 double en-suite, 2 double or twin, 2 double, nursery
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This imposing Edwardian mansion is perched on a breathtaking cliff-top in the southernmost corner of Scotland where the Irish sea laps the coast. The House of Knock has truly panoramic views across the sea to the Mull of Kintyre and to the Irish coast. Enjoy drinks on the terrace at dusk and watch the twinkling lights of Larne and the lighthouses at either side of the channel.
There are three acres of enclosed gardens (with resident peacock), sheltered by shrubs, with an abundance of daffodils, fuchsias, hydrangeas and rhododendrons and from there the garden falls away to the secluded beach below, which is only accessible by foot. The cliff to the beach is unobtrusively fenced. Palm trees and yuccas attest to the mild local climate.
Inside, most rooms are south facing enjoying the coastal views and bright light. The drawing room has a grand ambience with its ornate fireplace and turret with sea views. Guests will also enjoy the luxury fitted kitchen with breakfast table.
The pretty harbour village of Portpatrick, with hotels, pubs and a pottery, is well worth a visit. Enjoy beachcombing, exploring the coast and keep an eye out for deer in the house grounds!
Dumfries and Galloway is blessed by the mild oceanic climate, thanks to the warming influence of the Gulf Stream, and the area is renowned for offering some of Scotland’s best gardens. Explore the Galloway Forest Park, the largest forest park in Britain, covering over 300 square miles of spectacular forest, moorland and lochs.
The park is full of wildlife with a red deer range, wild goat park and red squirrel feeding stations. Birds of prey also make the forest their home, with buzzards a common sight, golden eagles more elusive and rare red kites, successfully introduced to the region in 2001. Enquire about short breaks.
Accommodation:
Ground Floor. Reception hall, wc & whb, sitting room/library, drawing room with open fire, dining room, inner hall/music room with original conservatory off, kitchen/breakfast room, scullery, additional wc & whb.
First Floor. 2
double en-suite, 2 twin, 2 double, bathroom (bath, wc & whb), bathroom (bath & whb) with separate wc.
Activities:
- Large, quiet beach a short stroll from the house
- Portpatrick with award-winning seafood pub and harbour 3miles
- Fly fishing at Dunskey House
- Cycling networks, walking
- Kirkcudbright 'Artist's Town', Wigtown 'Book Town', Castle Douglas 'Food Town'
- Logan Botanic Gardens 10 miles
- Visit the Galloway Forest Park, the largest forest park in Britain
- Explore the long coastline of the Solway Firth, an ornithologists paradise with its 40,000 wildfowl and 83,000 waders each winter
- Visit conservation centres, wildlife reserves and animal sanctuaries throughout Dumfries & Galloway with a huge variety of animal, bird, sea and plant life
- Explore Ayrshire for the day – historic castles, championship golf courses, Robert Burns’ home, Culzean Castle
Included
Linen & towels provided. Oil central heating and open fire. Complimentary oil and electricity included. TV, DVD, stereo, Aga, dishwasher, combi microwave/oven, waste disposal, 2 fridges, deep freeze, washer/dryer, telephone & honesty box. Three kennels and ample parking.
Good Housekeeping Deposit £250
Village shops/hotels/pubs Portpatrick 3 miles
Prestwick Airport 1.5 hour drive
Stranraer (ferries to Ireland) 20 minute drive
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The House of Knock, Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway - P060 
