[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Knock School Cottage Cottage in Newton Stewart with kitchen ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32932600/32932563/5626604e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32932600/32932563/1d9bce63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32932600/32932563/371f348f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32932600/32932563/495e22c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32932600/32932563/07191f0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a coastal, rural setting with fabulous sunsets, Knock Cottage offers the perfect retreat. Relax in the spacious living room with Freeview TV and DVD Player or enjoy the sunroom ideal for sunset views while reading or doing a jigsaw. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Golf view ## 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. ### Knock School Cottage Knock Cottage is situated in a coastal, rural setting with fabulous sun sets and located close to the UNESCO World Heritage Status Galloway Forest Park, ideal for walking, bird watching, mountain biking and Star Gazing.. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Books Dining room. Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Dressing Room Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Partial gas central heating, electric storage heaters, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Lawned garden. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. . Knock Cottage was a 19th century Dame School provided by The Maxwells of Monreith Estate to provide education for the surrounding children. The cottage is spacious and bright with a large double bedroom, with adjoining dressing room; generous sized single bedroom and a sunroom where it is ideal to enjoy the sunset, while relaxing over a jigsaw on the large table or reading, while the living room is inviting once the sun has set. Knock Cottage is situated opposite a ½ mile single track road leading to two fantastic beaches and St Medan nine-hole Golf Course which is overlooked by Gavin Maxwell’s memorial bronze otter on the cliff top and provides fantastic views over Lucy Bay to the Isle of Mull Lighthouse, or further afield to the Isle of Man and Ireland beyond. Nestled and hidden between the quiet beach and Gavin Maxwell’s Otter is the ancient church and church yard of Kirkmaiden. Knock Cottage is located close the working harbour village of Port William, with a licenced grocery shop, post-office, old-fashioned ironmongers and the locally volunteered Lifeboat Café, which provides wonderful sea views. Wigtown, Scotland’s Book Town is a place to visit for book lovers of all ages. Many properties have opened their front parlours to accommodate thousands of books. Wigtown also hosts the annual book festival attracting many famous authors. Whilst the Machars benefits from the warmth of the passing Gulf Stream and hosts various Gardens, a trip to Logan Royal Botanical Gardens is a must with its many exotic plants and trees. The 200 year old, newly renovated lowlands whisky distillery near Wigtown offers tours and café. Enjoy the rugged coast line, sandy beaches and many walks close by, with cycling at the 7 Stanes Galloway Forest park, along with many lochs to explore only a short drive away. The Whithorn Way, a newly mapped walking path follows much of the westerly pilgrimage route which has been travelled on for over 1000 years, along with archaeological sites close by. Knock Cottage is a fantastic base to explore all South West Scotland has to offer or simply to relax and unwind in an area where time stands still. There is a winter fuel supplement of £25 per week £15 per short break from October to end of April payable in cash on arrival. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Golfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111840000/111831200/111831180/dba0db60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfortable retreat with sea views in friendly Scottish village Garlieston - 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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 su-2234-2234 2 bedroom accommodation in Monreith near Port William 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Monreith Near Port William ## About the area ![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%7C54.73735%2C-4.55141&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8yu48a7_y2iTT9MtTOiHBCX17yo=) Monreith, near Port William #### What's nearby - Maxwell Monument - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Whithorn Priory - 12 min drive - 12.9 km - Wigtown Square - 25 min drive - 24.3 km - Port Logan Beach - 54 min drive - 60.9 km - Mossyard Beach - 59 min drive - 63.9 km #### Getting around - Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 127 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The View Port William - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dumfries and Galloway Tea and Coffee Trail - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Calutta - ‬9 min drive - ‪Calcutta Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Pheasant - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Knock School Cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Knock School Cottage? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Knock School Cottage? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Knock School Cottage located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Maxwell Monument and within 9 mi (15 km) of Swallow Theatre and Whithorn Priory. Whithorn Trust Discovery Centre and Bladnoch Distillery are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Knock School Cottage Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanna Oct 22, 2019 #### Very comfortable home. Very comfortable home. Very quiet and secluded. Super sun lounge. ##### Joanna This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### R Aug 18, 2019 #### Great cottage to have as a base to explore this quiet peninsula. Great cottage to have as a base to explore this quiet peninsula. ##### R This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Pete Jun 24, 2019 #### Great location. Great location. 15 mins from Wigtown and great access to the Mull of Galloway too. Stunning sunsets and only 5 mins walk from Maxwells Otter and the fabulous views across Luce Bay, the Mull and Isle of Man. ##### Pete ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Papaya Playa Project, Tulum, a Member of Design Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Tulum-Hotels-Papaya-Playa-Project.h1500531.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Bocagrande](https://www.expedia.ca/Bocagrande-Cartagena-Hotels.0-n6166827-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Dalmahoy-Hotel-Country-Club.h21999.Hotel-Information) > > [The Josie Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Rossland-Hotels-The-Josie-Hotel.h22622727.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Resort Orlando at WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Orlando-At-WALT-DISNEY-WORLD-Resort.h7374428.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Suites Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Cambridge-Suites-Hotel-Toronto.h18781.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Long Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Long-Beach.h23483.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Jamaica](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Jamaica-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d88-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Carberry-Tower-Mansion-House-And-Estate.h1411895.Hotel-Information) > > [The Whispering Pine Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Spean-Bridge-Hotels-The-Whispering-Pine-Lodge.h11119972.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Vacation Club Polo Towers Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Polo-Towers.h1619187.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels.d178288.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Wynwood Art District](https://www.expedia.ca/Wynwood-Art-District-Miami-Hotels.0-n6240011-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Sligachan Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Isle-Of-Skye-Hotels-Sligachan-Hotel.h14705327.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Caribbean](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Caribbean-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6022969-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) ### Flights > [United](https://www.expedia.ca/United-Flights.cUA.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sgn/yyz/ho-chi-minh-city-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yyz/calgary-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Kelowna (YLW) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ylw/yyz/kelowna-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/yyz/winnipeg-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yeg/vancouver-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/yvr/delhi-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Athens (ATH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ath/toronto-to-athens) ### Activities > [Things to do in Astoria](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Astoria.d431.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Bora Bora Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Bora-Bora.d602861.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/romantic-vacations/117/Mexico) > > [Orchard Park Mall](https://www.expedia.ca/Orchard-Park-Mall-Kelowna.d6240544.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Downtown Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Downtown-Montreal.dx6058201) > > [Visit Beacon Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston-Beacon-Hill.dx77649)