The Galloway Steading
Highly rated
Newton Stewart, Glenluce, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
The Galloway Steading
Set just outside of Glenluce village, The Galloway Steading is ideal for a relaxing family holiday in the Scottish countryside. There are three ensuite cabins, each with a comfy bed, fully equipped kitchen and an outside decking area with seating. Guests can enjoy private hot tubs and fire pits too. Just a ten minute walk or a five minute drive to the beach and forest walks and an onsite children's play area there is plenty to do and explore!
Dog friendly glamping with enclosed gardens, the private hot tubs are great for stargazing
Ensuite pods with fully equipped kitchens, heating, fire pits, BBQs and scenic walks!
Pet friendly pods just a ten minute walk to the beach, close to great walks and restaurants
About The Galloway Steading
A pretty family friendly glamping site within easy reach of beaches. Guests can enjoy sweeping views of the Dumfries and Galloway countryside from the outdoor decking of their cabin or explore the nearby walks and trails. There is even a play area and book swap for entertainment whilst onsite. With three glamping pods to choose from, guests will be treated to a truly relaxing holiday. The pods are crafted with Galloway forest timber and boast beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and wonderful dark skies. Each pod is ensuite and equipped with a kitchen fit for all of your cooking needs. Towels, toiletries and bedding are all provided. The Bee Hive is the ultimate couples retreat, sleeping two with a king sized bed. The Heron's Nest has a double bed and a sofa bed fit for families, couples or friends! The Stag Hoose is perfect for families with a double bed and bunk bed, there is also a picnic bench outside for meals out in the open. Unwind in the private hot tub as you gaze up to the starry night sky. Each pod is set on a decking with patio furniture for outdoor dining and the gardens are enclosed to let your pup run free. For alfresco cooking, guests are provided with a fire pit and BBQ. This site is perfect if you are wanting to escape reality whether you are going away with a partner, friends or family. Surrounded by great walks and restaurants at The Crown Inn in Glenluce or the Wigtownshire golf course, this site offers a great spot for a Scottish holiday. Ideal for families with an onsite play area, as well as board games, books and toys to borrow. Cots, high chairs and baby monitors can be provided on request. The pods are pet friendly, with the enclosed garden perfect for when you want to unwind in your hot tub without worry! There is a designated fire pit at each pod for campfires and a provided BBQ with packs available to purchase.
The Galloway Steading is open all year round.
Each pod has an ensuite with a shower, washbasin and loo. There is a fully equipped kitchenette in each pod too with a fridge, microwave, dishes, cutlery, basics, oven, hob, kettle, coffee maker and toaster. The pods do not have WiFi.
Outside each pod is a fire pit and BBQ with barbecuing essentials like skewers and charcoal available to purchase from the site's "shed shop". Each also has a private hot tub sat under a pergola.
The site also has a playground as well as an area where guests can borrow books and toys.
The closest pub for a meal out is The Cock Inn, just ten minutes away and for picking up any essentials there is the Keystore shop just a 20 minute walk away in Glenluce.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 3 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
The Bee Hive
Max 2 people
Furnished with a king size bed and bedding, fully equipped kitchen, living area with a TV and ensuite toilet and shower and central heating. Outside is a private decking with seating, a fire pit and hot tub. Dogs welcome.
The Heron's Nest
Max 3 people
Furnished with a double bed and double sofa bed in the living area, fully equipped kitchen and ensuite toilet and shower. Bedding is provided. Outside is a private decking with seating, a fire pit and hot tub. Dogs welcome.
The Stag Hoose
Max 4 people
Featuring a living and dining area, double bed and bunk bed with bedding, fully equipped kitchen and ensuite toilet and shower and central heating. Outside is a private decking with seating, fire pit and hot tub. Dogs welcome.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Glenluce area
There is plenty to do around site, but if you are wishing to stay a bit closer to home, the site provides books for all and a selection of children's toys to keep everyone entertained. There is even a play area for little ones to run off some steam, or for some family fun pick up one of the site's board games!
The village of Glenluce is just a 20 minute walk away with quaint shops and a historic Abbey, well worth a visit to see some of the area's history. Or, there are some beautiful gardens around the site including Glenwhan Gardens and Tea Room (10 minutes). Boasting lovely views, and a woodland garden, perfect for a picnic!
For the adults, there is even an award winning Gin Distillery, Craft Distillery (20 minutes). Take a tour or purchase some of the local produce to enjoy back a the pod.
Other nearby attractions:
- Wigtownshire Golf Course (2 minutes)
- Castle Kennedy Gardens (10 minutes)
- Chapel Finian (10 minutes)
- Newton Stewart (20 minutes)
- River Luce Forest Walk (30 minutes)
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