The Coorie – Accessible Galloway Cottage

• Accessibility
  Assistance Dogs Welcome, Ground Floor Bedroom, Handheld Shower Head, Handrails Present In Bathroom, Shower Seat Available, Space Under Bed, Step Free Ramped Entry, Step Free Shower, Suitable For Limited Mobility, Transfer Space Beside Bed > 1M, Wet room, Wheel In Shower, Wheel Under Wash Basin, Wheelchair Friendly
• Amenities
  Central Heating, Dogs Welcome, Electric Vehicle Charger, Grocery Shop Within 5 Miles, Laundry Facilities, Parking Available, Public Garden, Pub Within 5 Miles, Restaurant Within 5 Miles, TV, Wifi
• Dogs Welcome
  Yes
• Bedrooms
  2
• Bathrooms
  1
• Sleeps
  5
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• Labels
  Dogs Welcome, Wheelchair Friendly, Wet Room
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• Key Accessibility Labels
  Space For WAV, Step Free Ramped Entry, Wheel In Shower, Wheelchair Friendly
• Key Amenities Labels
  Electric Vehicle Charger, Laundry Facilities, Parking Available, Public Garden
• Notable Features

  Notable Feature

  Located within Britain’s first Dark Sky Park

  Community-run accessible cottage in a woodland village

  Decked seating overlooking the village green

  Ideal base for forest trails and Loch Trool

• Property Accessibility
  Arrival and Entry Designated onsite parking is available close to the property, with step free ramped access leading directly into the cottage. Parking includes space suitable for mobility needs and an electric hook-up. Living Areas The open-plan living area is located entirely on the ground floor with level flooring throughout. Seating is arranged to allow clear wheelchair circulation, and patio doors provide step-free access to the decked outdoor area. Kitchen The kitchen is designed for accessible use and includes low-height amenities and a low-height oven. Clear floor space supports manoeuvring, though some storage may be positioned higher. Bedrooms Both bedrooms are located on the ground floor. The main bedroom includes a king-size bed with more than one metre of clear transfer space and space beneath the bed if required. The second bedroom includes a single bed with good circulation space. Bathrooms The wet room includes a step free wheel-in shower with handheld attachment, wall-mounted shower seat, handrails beside the shower and toilet, wheel-under wash basin, and WC with transfer space on both sides. Outdoor Areas Level access leads to a decked seating area overlooking the village green. A gently sloped lawn surrounds the property and is generally easy to navigate. Important Information This property is suitable for wheelchair users and guests with limited mobility who require single-level accommodation. Dogs and assistance dogs are welcome by arrangement. As the property is located within a forest village, outdoor paths and surfaces may vary depending on weather conditions.

The Coorie is an accessible, ground-floor holiday cottage located in Glentrool, set within Galloway Forest Park. Sleeping up to five guests, the property is well suited to families, carers, mixed-mobility groups, and guests with limited mobility who are seeking a peaceful countryside escape with excellent accessibility. The cottage offers a calm and welcoming environment designed for relaxed stays, with a practical open-plan layout that supports easy movement between living, dining, and kitchen areas. Its village setting provides a sense of community and quiet, while still allowing guests to explore some of Scotland’s most dramatic natural landscapes. The surrounding area is ideal for gentle outdoor exploration, wildlife watching, and accessible nature experiences. Forest trails, the shores of Loch Trool, and scenic viewpoints are close by, while Newton Stewart offers shops, cafés, restaurants, and leisure facilities within easy driving distance. The Coorie is particularly appealing to guests who enjoy dark skies, quiet landscapes, and slower-paced countryside holidays.

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