About this space
Relax and unwind in Birch Lodge, a beautifully presented Norwegian style lodge set amidst stunning mature Japanese inspired terraced gardens.
With open plan living space the lodge is spacious and welcoming. Enjoy an evening glass of wine on the decking area or at the utterly charming garden room overlooking the gardens and countryside beyond.
Just a few minutes from Sandyhills beach the lodge is located in the heart of the much desired Solway Coast and is a real gem.
Furry friends welcome!
The space
On arrival, you will find Birch Lodge perfectly located in an elevated position overlooking the countryside surrounding the Solway Coast.
Enter the lodge into a handy porch area which then leads to the utility room. As you walk through the hallway you will catch your first glimpse of the open plan living space and out to the stunning gardens.
The open plan sitting, dining & kitchen area is the perfect social space and means there is no chance of missing out on the fun with family or friends.
The fully equipped kitchen makes preparing a light lunch or full evening meal a breeze and you can choose to dine at the adjacent dining table or, during warmer months outside on the decked terrace. For the 'pick me up' enjoy a morning coffee from the Tassimo coffee machine.
The sitting area with two large, comfortable sofas, is the ideal spot to enjoy an evening in front of the TV after a long day at the beach or exploring all our beautiful region has to offer, alternatively, if you still have the energy, it is a great space for family games night and with the log burner it is wonderfully cosy and welcoming in the winter months.
Move down the hallway and you will be greeted by the first of the two bedrooms.
The master bedroom has a super comfortable king size bed and plenty of storage space for clothes and personal belongings.
Bedroom 2 has twin single beds, again a good size room with space for clothing.
The main bathroom is a great size. The free standing traditional style bath is just amazing for a long soak after a fun packed day (accompanied of course by a glass of wine)! For guests who prefer a quick freshen up in the morning, the separate shower is ideal.
OUTSIDE SPACE
Birch Lodge is very unique and it is unusual to find a lodge set within such a mature, extensive and individually designed garden. Inspired by the winding paths, nooks and crannies and terracing found in Japanese gardens, the outdoor space really is stunning with gardens to the back and side of the lodge.
A pond edged with Iris flowers, reeds and aquatic plants brings a sense of tranquility as you sit on the decked terrace with a morning coffee or evening glass of wine.
Small stepped paths meander their way through, shrubs, trees and mature plants, with red squirrels regularly spotted foraging for seeds & nuts.
The cherry on top is the absolutely charming garden room that can be found at the half way point, with it's own bistro table and chairs, enjoy a glass of fizz on the little terrace looking over the gardens and over the trees to the countryside beyond. In winter months, sitting inside with a warm blanket watching the stars with virtually zero light pollution and mug of mulled wine, really is the most magical experience.
THE AREA
The Solway Coast is one of the most desirable regions in South West Scotland, known as the Scottish Riviera there are multiple beaches both rocky and with long stretches of golden sands, charming harbour villages and small towns all within easy reach of Birch Lodge.
Centrally located, the lodge is only minutes from Sandy Hills beach with it's golden sands, Rockcliffe beach with it's rocks to climb and sea life to discover in rock pools and Kippford, a small but utterly gorgeous harbour village which sports some of the most expensive properties in Dumfries & Galloway!
The region itself has the most incredible history and has activities by the bucket load! From paddle boarding to jet skiing, visiting Highland Cows to indoor rock climbing, you can even visit the birth place of Peter Pan or how about the largest Dark Skies Forest in Europe! The possibilities are endless.
We look forward to welcoming you to Birch Lodge and we are so happy to be able to offer our beautiful lodge for guests to enjoy, we are confident you will create some wonderful core memories here and will wish to return time and again. See you soon!
Guest access
Guests will have access to entire property and gardens
Other things to note
I have chosen the award-winning property management company Pass the Keys® to manage my lodge and make your stay as enjoyable as possible.
Pass the Keys® provide a fantastic standard of service for short-let properties like mine meaning my home is professionally managed. Stay with the peace of mind that comes from a property which has been professionally cleaned and all supplied linen & toiletries are of hotel quality. Also provided is 24/7 guest support before and during your stay.
The local community-based team of Pass the Keys® personally inspects each home to certify they have met with the Pass the Keys® Property Readiness Standard.
Scottish Licence Number:- DG00511F
EPC Rating:- C
Additional rules
* Parties are strictly prohibited
* Smoking is strictly prohibited
* Extra guests are not allowed unless advised otherwise
* Respect for neighbours is highly appreciated.
* Keep the noise down between 10pm and 8am
* This is your home away from home, please care for it as such.
* Please make sure to lock the door and all the windows when leaving the property.
* Any damages/missing items/missing linen will be chargeable
* Please advise us at time of booking if you are bringing pets, there is an additional cleaning charge of £30 for pets, if not declared/paid for prior to your stay the fee will be charged after your departure.
* Please note due to pond and terraced garden small children should not be left unattended in the garden.
Thank you
IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process.
The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay.
Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
