Local Area
Brighouse Bay and Carrick Bay have
everything holiday makers could ask for! Set in a quiet and picturesque peninsula, it is one of south west Scotland's hidden
gems! The Bays boast magnificent views over the Irish sea and Murray Isles and they are surrounded by
1200 acres of great walking country. There are also safe and sandy beaches for those hot sunny days, cycling routes
including the Seven Stanes, fishing, sailing, windsurfing, horse riding and bird watching to mention but a few. The
area is also a natural wildlife haven, with areas of the shorelines being SSSI-Site of Special Scientific Interest, mainly
due to rare irises and flax, Knatter-jack toad, rare newts, raptors, divers, hare, deer, pheasant, otters and mink.
Keep your eyes open and you may also see seals basking or swimming in the bay. For those who enjoy a game of golf, there
are numerous golf courses including the championship course at Southerness. There are many more beaches in the area
and if you would like more info on these please just ask.
Kirkcudbright-The Artists Town
Kirkcudbright, the Artists' town, is a few miles
away. It is a small attractive town, full of art galleries, gift shops and 2 supermarkets. Please use the
links below to have a look and see what Kirkcudbright has to offer.
Castle Douglas-The Food Town
Castle Douglas, also known as the Food Town, with
delicious delicatessans, restaurants, gift shops and supermarkets to cater for all your needs.
Gatehouse Of Fleet
Gatehouse Of Fleet is a lovely wee town that is very friendly. It is
a quiet and a calming place to visit, it has The Cally Palace Hotel, Cally Oak Woods and Nursery Gardens which you shouldn't
miss.
