Moniaive, Ayrshire and Dumfries & Galloway

Kilnmark Bothy

Kilnmark Bothy near Moniaive, sleeps six guests in three bedrooms.

Kilnmark Bothy is a dog friendly holiday cottage.

6 guests
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
dog friendly

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The living areas in this single-storey home consist of an open-plan kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine chiller, Smart TV and woodburning stove, and a snug. The bedrooms consist of a king-size with en-suite, a king-size (zip/link) wit woodburning stove, and a further king-size (zip/link), serviced by a bathroom. Outside there is a front garden with lawn, patio and furniture, and a private driveway for two cars. One well-behaved dog welcomed, but sorry, no smoking. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. You'll find a shop in 5.7 miles and a pub in 5.6 miles. Enjoy a countryside retreat in Dumfries and Galloway at Kilnmark Bothy. Note: The garden is not enclosed and has a steep drop down to the road; please take care. Note: There are steps to the interior and exterior.

Moniaive means ‘Hill of Streams’ in Gaelic, and the village itself occupies a wonderful location at the meeting of the three glens of Craigdarroch, Dalwhat and Castlefairn. Although planned by a local landowner in the 17th century, Moniaive has a history dating back to the 10th century, and the medieval street layout is still evident. The village has been dubbed ‘One of the coolest in Scotland’ by The Times, and today it is a bustling, thriving centre with a range of facilities including a fabulous Italian restaurant. There are many events throughout the year including the Moniaive Gala and festivals for beer, bluegrass and folk music. In the hills surrounding the village are the Striding Arches, a series of Andy Goldsworthy sculptures set in the landscape. Visiting these also offers some delightful walking in the spectacular scenery. This is a wonderful village for a holiday in Scotland.

From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.