Cosy wood cabin in rural area near national park

So relaxing and peaceful. The cabin was just perfect and comfortably cosy. Rachel was very welcoming. Worth the visit

Everything. Rural private location, perfect for a couple retreat. Rachel is a great host.

Surrounding villages, not very attractive.

Rural location.

So disappointed with our stay after reading previous reviews. The cabin is in a great location with fabulous views, but that’s about it. The cabin was dark and dirty. The oven had not been cleaned as there was still chips in the pan from previous guests! The bathroom was dirty, hairs and dust on the floor and the shower was not very hot. Cobwebs in the corner of the window, lights and ceiling. Definitely not worth the cost. Such a shame, as with a bit of money spending on it, it could be perfect!

Lovely host! Cracking cabin with great views , comfy bed!

So beautiful, we enjoyed in this private place.

Lovely setting. So quiet and peaceful. The hosts were very accommodating and communicative. Bent over backwards to fix a a problem and were very apologetic and helpful.

A beautiful place in the countryside, private, idyllic. Definitely worth the money! We loved our weekend there, had a marvellous time! Thank you for the wine and the biscuits!

The location

Mould in the shower Difficulty finding the location Cluttered layout with a bedroom too small for a small double bed. Limited tea/coffee provisions. NO WIFI IN THE CABIN.

Lovely place to stay, so homely. Attention to detail. Clean and comfortable. Lovely surroundings. Booked again for July.

The cabin was beautiful and comfortable in the perfect location - The host, Rachel, was a lovely person who was very helpful when we got lost and made us feel very welcome. We will definitely be visiting again 😊

It is a beautiful rural location with plenty of outdoor sitting space. The sitting room has windows all round so if there is any sunshine, it steams through the windows.

There is no getting away from the fact, the cabin is "cosy". The kitchen has limited preparation space and the double bed is squeezed into the bedroom with little room to slide down either side. Whilst I can understand being asked to leave used towels in a basket, I was somewhat disconcerted to be requested to strip the bed as well. Perhaps this is a left-over from the post covid arrangements. Tricky location - the map shown on the booking.com printout is very misleading.

This really feels like home from the moment you arrive. It's so peaceful and beautiful, ideal for a chilled night in front of the fire whilst watching the stars through the patio doors, the views are incredible and the host is wonderful, so helpful and welcoming,providing us with local information from where to find food to the best walks in the local area. The decor in the cabin itself is just stunning and really feels like a wee Scottish hoose!then of course with chickens and cows as neighbors you don't have to go far to see the wild life!

That we didn't book for longer! We will certainly be back soon

*. Only 15 minutes from Dumfries House. *. Very comfortable. *. Great value. *. Delightful and helpful host.

Took a bit to heat up, use What Three Words supplied, NOT THE POSTCODE!!

The location is stunning uninterrupted views of the beautiful countryside and a lovely litte decked area to sit The bed is super comfy Host was welcoming and great comunicación

It was so beautiful and cosy. Looked out on to a beautiful field. Scenery was gorgeous

Nothing

The wine was our favourite bit, we thought that was a great touch! Genuinely lovely host, great comms and a very reasonably priced cool place to stay!

Rachel was a lovely host who was very friendly and welcoming. The cabin is private and very peaceful. The perfect place for a cozy weekend away. We loved our stay!

The cabin is stunning, its our second time staying there in 2 months and the host is great.

Leaving

Great place I was surprised at how warm it was for it being December, lots of room and good size kitchen to cook meals in , was extremely cosy feeling and the hosts were quick to respond to any issues we had.

Lovely secluded cabin in the countryside, perfect for a winter getaway. The heaters kept us nice and warm and had all the amenities we required for a comfortable stay. The place was clean and well kept with an excellent host who was willing to help out with everything we needed. Would recommend highly to future guests!

Very nice cabin, beautiful location and close to attractions. Warm and clean, well decorated. Loved to wake up and see the views across the countryside and see the animals A wondetful time was had by both of us and a friendly hostess Rachel.

Nothing. It was great! So no need to say anything else other than take time out and book your stay.

Loved everything. Such a lovely place and very relaxing. Well stocked towels toilet roll etc. Would definitely book again. And our host was so lovely and helpful.

We were looking for a cosy night away and this fit the bill perfectly. Good location, lovely view out the double doors. The cabin was perfect, very comfortable with everything you need.

lovely location, the cabin was very cosy and clean, and the host was very polite and helpful. overall, it was well worth it, and I would definitely recommend to others.

Eine mit viel Geschmack eingerichtete große komfortable Hütte in ruhiger ländlicher Lage mit einer sehr freundlichen Gastgeberin.

Stayed 2 nights for a weekend getaway and couldn't have asked for more. Main house is close by but cabin itself is completely private with its own driveway and deck facing out into uninterrupted countryside. Nearby Tesco (5 minute drive) for food and plenty of pots/pans/utensils for cooking. We spent our Saturday going to Boswells Coach House for lunch (recommend) and walking up to the ruins of Auchinleck Castle and down to the Lugar Water gorge, a wonderful walk but steep. Nearby Dumfries House is a must visit too! You'll need a car to enjoy the area, but we could've happily spent 2 days in the cosy Big Bear Cabin itself. Perfect for some peace!

Such a wonderful place and so peaceful. Rachel was so welcoming and made us feel right at home. It was lovely to have the cows and chickens around, they were adorable! Sitting out on the deck with such a stunning view was exactly what we were looking for. The bed was comfy, living room cosy, kitchen was ideal and the entire place had everything we could need. The bottle of wine and shortbread went down a treat too! Would highly recommend and will definitely be back :)

Pretty little cabin

This place is considerably overpriced for what it offers. While it's undeniably a nice and clean location, there wasn't even water in the fridge or any snacks available, which is unusual for a stay of this cost. The overall atmosphere left much to be desired. Additionally, it felt like an unnecessary burden to be responsible for tasks like separating the trash and changing the bedsheets and towels. These are basic amenities that should be provided without guests having to worry about them. In conclusion, while the cleanliness and appearance of the place were satisfactory, the pricing and host's approach weren’t great.

Fantastic stay. Lovely cosy cabin in peaceful location with beautiful surroundings. The cabin had everything we needed for a nice weekend stay. Easy to find too with lots to do around the area. Great hostess, left us to it once handed over the key.

We really enjoyed our stay at the big bear cabin. It has beautiful surroundings and was very peaceful.

Rachel was an amazing host. Great communication. The most beautiful views in a secluded cabin. All amenities included. Would love to stay again

Really nice and cosy cabin for a relaxing getaway. Thanks a lot!

Beautiful cosy cabin

Ideal cosy cabin for a night away! Everything was perfect and the host was lovely, would definitely come again!

This is a cabin in the grounds of the main house and overlooks rolling fields. Drank my morning coffee on the decking with me watching a hare watching me. Private. Cosy. Clean. Rachel is a great hostess and if you like private and cosy Airbnbs then this is an experience. Very handy if you’re planning a day visiting Dumfries House.

Off the beaten track ... so a bit secluded and very quiet.

Bathroom was functional but the shower was compact ... not a problem for an overnight like us but maybe a hot tub outside would be a good idea for longer stays?

An absolutely delightful little escape! Very private. Lovely host. Fabulous area.

Stunning cabin in a beautiful location

amazing place! Really enjoyed my night there and will definitely come back again next time!

A very pleasant stay in a lovely situation. Perfect for what we wanted to do.

The location was stunning. The host was friendly and helpful,

Leaving

it was a lovely cabin with all you need , the location was so tranquil . everything is catered for and fully stocked. it’s a great place for a relaxed night away & a great base camp to go exploring round about. tesco etc 5/10 min away max. Rachel the host is just lovely !

Midges 😂 but next time we will be prepared !

This was a really pretty cottage and was very private. The inside was comfortable and it was easy to do meal preparation if you wanted to. The Cottage had its own area within the garden. We also had the joy of seeing the Oyster Catcher eggs hatch. A really lovely place to stay and The host was very welcoming.

Great peaceful location in a private and cosy wood cabin looking out to lovely distant views. Everything worked as it should and we enjoyed meeting Rachel, the host who handed us keys and talked us through a few things.

A few utensils were not very clean and there was dust behind doors (i.e. bathroom) and in some cupboard areas. The rooms felt a bit cluttered; as much as it is nice to have some personality in a place (opposed to stark/clinical), we felt there were too many ornaments and other items. We loved the place but visually it felt a little crowded.

Nice quite location. Excellent facilities

Bed room small. Could be difficult to find but host provided excellent instructions.

Incredible location, beautiful and full of wildlife. Owner was really friendly and accommodating.

The cabin was such a great place to get away from it all and separate yourself from your everyday routine. I would strongly recommend a stay here as the surroundings are beautiful and Rachel was incredibly helpful and friendly. My partner and I loved it so much we will be back for another stay for sure.

cosy, welcoming cottage. wonderful outlook over fields with cows and calves. tranquil and relaxing location only a few minutes from supermarkets and pubs. Delightful , friendly host!

clothes washing and drying facilities would be an advantage for longer stays, not a major issue though.

We loved the location.. surrounded by beautiful countryside and wildlife. The cabin had everything you could possibly need for a self catering break. The bed and bedding was especially comfortable. We had the most peaceful and undisturbed sleep in a long time. It was so quiet and relaxing. Handy location for a quick drive to shops and restaurants and lots of lovely local attractions nearby

There was nothing we didn't like

Lovely hosts, very friendly and very helpful. Provide us with a lot of information about the area and how to find the place. The cabin is very nice decorated with a very good space and cosy . I will love to go back in the future.

Lovely cosy cabin. Very helpful and equally hands off.

We had such a lovely time in this cabin which is perfect for 2. Only a short drive away from great attractions like Dumfries House and 30 minutes from the Galloway Forest Park. The hosts were also very friendly and helpful in suggesting places to see and things to do.

It was a little difficult to find at first but easy to find once you know where it is.

Such a great little cabin in a beautiful location! Perfect for any walkers or star gazers (weather permitting of course!!) The hosts were great too, really friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!

Host was great, even after us turning up a little late. The cottage is nice a cosy and close by to anywhere you need. Would recommend.

Beautiful spot, and the hut had everything we needed. The eggs were delicious, and we enjoyed hearing the cows mooing to one another in the mornings! Wish we could have had a longer stay.

Lovely cabin, felt private despite being in the grounds of the house because all the windows face a beautiful view and we didn’t see our hosts after check in. Easy to find with the host’s straightforward directions. Definitely would recommend it!

lovely cosy cabin, perfect for a quiet break, lovely places to visit, great restaurants not too far away, can also enjoy a walk along the beach which is only half an hour away, would highly recommend, great communication and very friendly and helpful when ever there was a question I asked thank you for a lovely weekend 🙃

One of the best places we have stayed. It was very private. The hosts had fresh eggs laid from the chickens on the farm and views are just stunning. Will definitely be visiting again and highly recommend booking a stay here.

This is truly a tranquil gem in rural Ayrshire. Set in the owners grounds but very private. The owner was on hand if we required anything and she offered great info on places to visit in the area and places to eat. We loved sitting on the deck watching the wildlife and listening to the birds. We would definitely recommend..

The vibe in the cabin is SO relaxing and peaceful. Beautifully decorated. Lovely views, nice and warm with electronic stove. Fresh eggs in a little basket, comfortable bed and luxurious towels and bedding, felt like a hotel! The shower was powerful and warm which we didnt expect for a cabin!

Cute little cottage perked on a small hill. Although we stayed just for one night, we did enjoy a wonderful sunset, and a clear night sky, full of stars. The owners were kind enough to allow us to also make a little barbeque, and they were welcoming throughout.

Every few dozen Airbnb stays you may come across a gem. This is one of them. The cabin is super warm and cosy. The location is perfect. Just remote enough so you can relax but still easy to drive to shops and restaurants while exploring the area. Rachel was very friendly and welcoming. She gave us plenty suggestions of things to do in the area and even a little welcome basket with fresh eggs from her chickens and a nice bottle of wine. We hope to be back very soon!

Bear cabin was, as it said in the description, remote and peaceful, so remote you only get so far with the postcode before you need final directions!! But that's its beauty, tucked away from main roads, traffic and all the hustle and bustle. We arrived slightly late due to the weather conditions but Rachel, the host, was at the cabin to greet us and fill us in on everything and offer her local knowledge for all our needs. The cabin itself was charming and cosy, nice decorative touches throughout and spotlessly clean. It is far enough out the way that you have uninterrupted views over the fields and hills but you are close enough to local shops and places to visit. Again Rachel was on hand to offer plenty of suggestions for places to go regardless of what your looking to do. Considering we booked this so close to our arrival date I think this was a great find and we were lucky to get it. Can't recommend it highly enough.

Brilliant, lovely cosy night away. Great value for money and really private and really secluded.

I had a wonderful stay just after the New Year. This was a wonderful place to relax and unwind, and I will definitely be back in the future!

I loved how excluded the cabin was and peaceful.. the weather wasnt too bad when I was there and the view from the cabin was outstanding.

To be honest.. there was nothing I didnt like about the cabin.. it was clean and cozy. Best weekend away Ive had away for a while.

Beautifully presented cabin, so many wonderful touches. Very cosy, heaters in every room. Everything we needed for our stay, plus a warm welcome from the owner. The cabin is very private but Rachel is not far away in case we needed anything. Beautiful views, sitting on the veranda with a mulled wine watching the sheep in the field was a lovely way to finish the day.

Complimentary wine and chocolate on arrival, very peaceful. Also the host gave us a list of sights we could visit in the area!

The cabin was a beautiful haven, so comfortable and cosy. The hosts had thought of every thing to make it so. The view from the porch was stunning and by night gave a superb view of the stars and moon. Quite magical! Though hard to tear oneself away from the cabin, there is lots to explore and experience in the surrounding countryside in Ayrshire and also nearby Dumfriesshire. Wish I could have stayed longer!

There was nothing, it was a lovely place, location and stay.