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The Black Sheep, a single-storey shepherd's hut, consists of a studio-style living space including a king-size bed, a kitchen with microwave, toaster, and kettle, and a sitting area with seating and woodburning stove. There is also an external bathroom with bath and shower over, and an external cloakroom with WC. WiFi, fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen, and towels are included in the rent. Outside, there is a non-enclosed side garden with lawn, furniture, gravel, wood-fired hot tub, fire pit, barbecue, and countryside views, plus off-road parking available. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1.7 miles, pub 1.8 miles, river 0.5 miles. A stay at The Black Sheep promises to be one to remember. Note: Although this is a single-storey property, there are steps up to entrance. Note: Minimum stay of 3 nights Note: There is no WiFi at this property. This property accepts Christmas Day and New Years Day check in and check out This property accepts Christmas Day and New Years Day check in and check out

The former Royal Burgh of Whithorn on the Machars Peninsula in Dumfries and Galloway is renowned for having the first recorded Christian church is Scotland. Built by St Ninian around 397, the site of the Candida Casa, or White/Shining House, is now home to the parish church. The area of Whithorn is rich in history and is also home to a medieval priory and an archaeological site. The distinctive shape of Whithorn, with its spacious central area and narrow entrance-ways of elegant Georgian houses, displays its medieval heritage. The Machars and Rhins of Galloway are also home to spectacular gardens, a result of the Gulf Stream and mild climate. Logan Botanic Gardens, the Aldouran Wetland and the spectacular gardens of Castle Kennedy are all a must see. To the north of the Machars are the Galloway Hills, offering walking to all levels as well as world class mountain biking. Golf, fishing and wildlife spotting are well catered for and the sandy beaches of Monrieth, Garlieston, and along the whole of Luce Bay will delight any visitor.