[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Moorings - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Family-friendly cottage in Castle Douglas ![3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100580000/100572000/100571903/55c157d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100580000/100572000/100571903/a56de52e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100580000/100572000/100571903/181d4f71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100580000/100572000/100571903/b5e44e0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100580000/100572000/100571903/05f611ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on the headland, The Moorings offers a serene seaside retreat with an expansive open plan kitchen/dining/living area that opens onto an enclosed deck. With Fleet Bay views and Ben John & Galloway Hills in sight, unwind by the wood burning stove or enjoy a BBQ on the garden furniture provided. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6807 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Moorings - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms The Moorings,exclusively designed to provide the ultimate seaside retreat is the latest addition to the luxury lodges available at Mossyard. Home of the McConchie family for five generations, Mossyard is a working farm situated in a magnificent coastal location four miles west of Gatehouse of Fleet. With a choice of sandy beaches, a short walk away, the properties at Mossyard have it all. Set on the headland, The Moorings has a wonderfully spacious open plan kitchen/dining/living area with doors that open on to an enclosed deck with uninterrupted views across Fleet Bay to the front, with evening sunsets and views to Ben John & the Galloway Hills from the rear of the lodge. We hope you will enjoy everything that will make your stay at Mossyard feel like home from home. In all our properties, we ensure there are all the comforts you need for a truly relaxing break. There are a large selection of DVD's, books and games for your entertainment and a welcome pack of local produce awaits you on arrival. We pride ourselves in providing you with the highest quality equipment, the finest cotton bed linen and luxurious towels - all the small touches that will make your holiday just perfect. POSTCODE: DG7 2ET The Moorings is let weekly Friday to Friday, sorry we are unable to accept short breaks Damage Deposit £150 Accommodation for 6 on one level: Open plan Kitchen/Living/Dining, Super King Master Bedroom with En-suite Shower Room, 2 x Twin Bedroom, Bathroom & Entrance/Utility Area. Services: Gas Central Heating \* Wood Burning Stove with initial supply of fuel provided \* Wi-fi \* Digital TV \* DVD \* CD\* Radio \* Bluetooth Speakers \* Dishwasher \* Washing Machine \* Drier \* Microwave \*, Fridge/Freezer \* Gas Hob & fan assisted Oven \* Enclosed Deck with Garden Furniture & Gas BBQ \* Cot & Highchair available on request \* Dog Friendly Accommodation We welcome dogs at Mossyard. Dogs are welcome charges apply. Maximum of 2 dogs. Accessibility The Moorings is not graded formally for disabled use. We do however take great care in making sure that we offer comfortable accommodation for elderly guests, ambulant disabled and guests with frail mobility. You can drive right up to the door at the lodge. There is a parking area outside the property. There are three steps to get up to the lodge and a low threshold entrance doorway. Once you are inside the lodge the accommodation is all on one level. Food Shopping & Provisions Asda & Tesco will deliver to Mossyard. Please note: The landscaping area to the rear of the lodge is not enclosed. More photos to follow, however to view the style and standard of finish please view the other properties at Mossyard here. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Meal delivery service ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 807 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100600000/100592600/100592531/e6d7a086.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Drive - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Gatehouse of Fleet - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=100592531&PinnedHotelID=100592531&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95800000/95797000/95796997/c4e07cd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cairn Dyke Lodge - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Gatehouse of Fleet - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=95796997&PinnedHotelID=95796997&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76690000/76684900/76684850/2a39daf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Muir Lodge - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Gatehouse of Fleet - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=76684850&PinnedHotelID=76684850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76670000/76664400/76664311/1c5f2c29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crabtree Lodge - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Gatehouse Of Fleet - Ocean view - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=76664311&PinnedHotelID=76664311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106164500/106164494/baea697b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Gatehouse of Fleet, near Castle Douglas Gatehouse of Fleet, near Castle Douglas - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=106164494&PinnedHotelID=106164494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103890000/103881100/103881080/82e47721.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Sandgreen Sandgreen - Kitchen - Laundry 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=103881080&PinnedHotelID=103881080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87470000/87466100/87466068/c31b310f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### This Studio Lodge is perfect for couples. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 621935 ## About the area Castle Douglas is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blackcraig Wood and Mossyard Beach, while Stewartry Museum and The Whitehouse Gallery are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Laggan Outdoor and Cally Gardens. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Castle Douglas travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Castle-Douglas.dx182747) [View more Cottages in Castle Douglas](https://www.expedia.ca/Castle-Douglas-Cottages.d182747-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.83900%2C-4.25823&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mB7oTE1Ca9RHR--G5MWaKB3rE5A=) Mossyard, Gatehouse of Fleet ### What's nearby - Laggan Outdoor - 3 min drive - 1.7 km - Cardoness Castle - 7 min drive - 8.2 km - Mossyard Beach - 8 min drive - 3.7 km - Cally Gardens - 10 min drive - 10.2 km - Galloway Forest Park - 35 min drive - 47.5 km ### Getting around - Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 110 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Iron Brew - ‬9 min drive - ‪Galloway Lodge - ‬8 min drive - ‪Masonic Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Skyreburn Teapot - ‬5 min drive - ‪Basecamp @ Laggan - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Moorings - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Moorings - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Moorings - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Moorings - a lodge that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located? > This family-friendly Castle Douglas cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Laggan Outdoor and Mossyard Beach. Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn and Cardoness Castle are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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