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Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate

2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Artemisia, nestled among tall hedges and matured trees, inspires artistic pursuits with its vast expanse of lawn gazing into the woodland. Step inside to discover a restored heritage lodge featuring an open-space kitchen and dining area plus curated books for lounging in the sun.

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Washer
Outdoor space
Kitchen

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate

Perfectly nestled among tall hedges and matured trees, featuring vast expanse of lawn and gazes into the woodland, Artemisia may inspire the greatest artistic pursuits. The stand-alone heritage lodge, built at the beginning of the 1900s, and now restored to modern splendor, contains two bedrooms, a cozy living room, and an open-space kitchen and dining area.

Artemisia is inspired by the fierce Renaissance female artist, Artemisia Gentileschi, who encouraged us to handcraft this lodge into a pocketful of whimsical luxury while jettisoning all conventionality out of its century-old windows.

Upon entrance, you'll be instantly wowed by the pale robin-egg blue surroundings, which were painstakingly matched to the Arcadian mural on the main wall. Equally, the art deco chrome-and-velvet sofa perfectly blends into the mural, with flashes of hot pink cushions. A selection of curated books are available for those lazy days of lounging in the sun.

In the well-equipped kitchen sits a beloved antique table from the 16th century, with Mad-Men style leather upholstered dining chairs. Our collection of artful collages will be sure to inspire many conversations.

Downstairs, the bedroom features two Georgian wicker and pine beds alongside a hand painted mural by Jen Robson. An en-suite bathroom here contains a rain shower.

Along the sunny stairwell, you'll find the entire top floor devoted to the main bedroom. A gorgeous mural of whimsical woodland hugs one wall where a dedicated workspace can be found. Turquoise beds and gold accents are found throughout here. Step across the hallway to find a truly spacious bathroom with a luxurious bathtub and view of the woods, alongside a rain shower.

FOR CANCELLATIONS:

Full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking, if the check-in date is at least 14 days away.

25% refund for cancellations made at least 21 days before check-in.

No refunds for cancellations made within 21 days of check-in.

FOR BOOKING MODIFICATIONS:

A one-time complimentary change of date can be made if the check-in date is more than 90 days away. The cost of the nightly rate will remain the same as the original booking OR the cost of the nightly rate for the newly requested dates or newly requested property, whichever is higher.

If the check-in date is less than 90 days away, a 170gbp fee is applied to the modification request. The cost of the nightly rate will remain the same as the original booking OR the cost of the nightly rate for the newly requested dates or newly requested property, whichever is higher.

We are unable to accommodate any change of date or change of property if the check-in date is less than 21 days away.

We carry out a deep cleaning process for allergen removal for every booking with pets. The cost is 60gbp / stay for up to two pets. This is added to your guest bill that is sent to you upon departure.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Massage

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Books
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Firepit
Garden

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea

Things to do

Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming 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: 700 square feet

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total pets

Note from host: Additional pet fee of £60 for up to two dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: Contact us for further information.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

470604

About the area

Located in Stranraer, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Castle of St John and Ardwell Gardens are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Dunskey Garden and Gkenwhan Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Portpatrick, Scotland

What's nearby

Dunskey Garden - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Castle Kennedy Gardens - 25 min drive - 24.5 km
Cairnryan Port - 27 min drive - 27.8 km
Port Logan Beach - 30 min drive - 29.6 km
Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 31 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

Stranraer Station - 18 min drive
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Fig & Olive - ‬12 min drive
‪Hong Kong City - ‬12 min drive
‪Harbour House Hotel - ‬3 min drive
‪The Crown - ‬3 min drive
‪The Coffee Bean - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate?

As of 25 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate on 7 Oct 2025 start from AU$634.61, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Dunskey Garden and within 9 miles (15 km) of Castle of St John and Stranraer Museum. Mull of Galloway Trail - North and Ringdoo Sands are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Ralph S.

25 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend break

Had a great weekend break at this absolutely beautiful place. This place place is amazing had a lovely walk around the Loch and the walled gardens. Would definitely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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Artful Retreat: Artemisia Lodge with Vast Garden on 2000-acre Seaside Estate

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Internet

Parking and transport

Kitchen

Dining

Bedrooms

Bathroom

Living spaces

Entertainment

Outdoor areas

Laundry

Work spaces

Comfort

Pets

Suitability/Accessibility

Services and conveniences

Location highlights

Things to do

Safety features

General

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Check-out

Special check-in instructions

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Events

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Important information

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