Scotland on Sunday Vacation Wishlist – Lodge preview: Corsewall Lighthouse Lodge, Corsewall Level, Kirkcolm

Set in breathtaking landscapes on the North Rhins of Galloway near to Stranraer and the fairly port of Portpatrick, Corsewall Lighthouse Lodge is set in the old keepers’ accommodation all-around the Corsewall lighthouse tower, intended by Robert Stevenson, grandfather of the novelist and element of the Stevenson Lighthouse dynasty.

This put is significant on landscapes, which is why it was just one of the destinations for the Gerard Butler/Peter Mullan psychological thriller drama The Vanishing, but the ambiance and welcome awaiting are a ton more peaceful than in the movie.

New entrepreneurs Helen Mason and John Harris were being smitten when they initially set foot in the for sale hotel last year and aim to “keep what’s special though updating”, honouring exceptional bookings and wanting forward to welcoming guests after the present-day lockdown.

“Our initial program was to run almost everything for a yr as it was, but lockdown has offered us the chance to start off portray and get to grips with matters behind the scenes,” suggests Helen, while so much the challenge has been “to focus on the job and halt searching at the scenery”.

As nicely as being a unique and historic put to continue to be, with the chance of upcoming excursions of the lighthouse becoming explored by the couple, the hotel is situated in an area teeming with wildlife, deer, seals, birds and an at times sighted household of sea otters. It is the best place for photographers such as John whose operate will dangle during the resort, though it’s also great for exploring South West Scotland.

The hotel is currently closed but after open up, added cleaning of all rooms is in location in between stays and additional delicate furnishings removed. There is social distancing and a a single way technique in community spots, moreover more cleansing and sanitising stations.

Boutique but one of a kind – how several lodges have their have lighthouse tower?

There are six rooms in the resort, 1 with private balcony. A neutral palette sets off John’s photography and rooms are easily furnished but as aspect of the primary lighthouse keepers’ lodging, place is sometimes at a quality in the smaller rooms. All but one have ensuite showers and the other has a close by personal bathroom. The exterior properties are largely transformed from the authentic outbuildings and have additional space and generally much better sea views – in the residence there is a lighthouse tower in the way! There is free of charge wifi in the most important lodge setting up.

With chef Andrew Downie presiding over the kitchen the 5-course supper consists of starters these kinds of as goats cheese and red onion tartlet, domestically smoked salmon and duck and primary Galloway beef fillet with whisky, mushroom, peppercorn, pink wine and tomato reduction, adopted by Ecclefechan Tart or Scottish cheeses.

The supper, bed and breakfast package contains a 5 study course meal and there is in-area dining readily available.

A complete Scottish breakfast is involved in the price and smoked salmon is constantly obtainable.

The hotel also welcomes fall-in guests for treats in the lounge spot or outdoors.

Value Acquiring Out of Bed For

Beautiful scenery to examine begins suitable outside the house the hotel with the iron age fort of Dunskirkloch in the lodge grounds, and walks together the rugged coastline with views of Ailsa Craig. Even more afield there is golfing at Stranraer Golfing Club or Dunskey Golf Club at Portpatrick, and Logan Botanic Garden is an oasis of exotic specimens that make for a stress-free afternoon’s stroll. Sea fishing is proposed from the rocky shoreline or by boat from Portpatrick.

Round off the day’s exertions with a peaceful evening sampling the ideal of community food about a leisurely five training course dinner in advance of heading off to bed in a locale where the seems of the town are changed by the wind and waves.

John and Helen reside on web-site and are normally on hand to give suggestions on how to get the finest from the spot. John is a experienced photographer and you can book a photographic stroll with him to discover how to get the best out of your digicam and the nearby surroundings. (Just about anything from a cellular phone to DSLR is welcome, as are full newcomers).

There are pet pleasant dining places offered.

A wonderful area for weddings or smaller groups to celebrate in an atmospheric put with remarkable views alongside the coast.

Rates Rooms from £160 for supper, mattress and breakfast for two.

Tackle, Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel, Corsewall Place, Kirkcolm, Stranraer DG9 0QG (01776 853220, https://www.lighthousehotel.co.british isles

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