The property was formerly a Forestry Commission Office and has been tastefully converted to a very attractive, cosy two double bed-roomed holiday home. The main bedroom has en-suite bathroom with king size bed and the efficient underfloor heating throughout the property provides all year round comfort. The property is extremely light and airy as it benefits from south and west facing patio doors, with feature light shafts in the kitchen and living room. There is a modern well fitted kitchen with slate floor, where you can sit at the breakfast bar enjoying a wonderful view through the trees to the Galloway Hills or maybe spot a red squirrel leaping from tree to tree. As well as Red Squirrels there is Roe Deer and an abundance of bird life surrounding The Shack. During your stay we will provide a bag of feed for children (or adults) to feed the birds and squirrels. In February the woods surrounding the Shack are covered with a carpet of snowdrops and in May the forrest floor is a carpet of bluebells, making these particular beautiful times of year to visit. Changeover day is Saturday only

The Dumfries and Galloway region (changeover day is Saturday only) The Shack is an ideal base for some beautiful beaches and coastline within a 10mins drive. There are some fantastic activities for all the family, only a walk or short drive away. These include riding, fishing, sailing and cycling, you are on the doorstep of the 7stanes cycle routes. Or if you enjoy a more gentle ride or walk you can go the 2-3 miles past the Cally Palace Hotel to Sandgreen with its wonderful beach, or continue to Carrick Bay and along to Ardwell Island. There are some pleasant signed walks in the forest adjacent to the Shack. In February the woods are carpeted with snow drops and in May with bluebells. The area has some beautiful cycle routes. Route 7 runs through the forest. Gatehouse of Fleet is only a 10mins walk. This is a beautiful village with 4 pubs/hotels that offer a selection of good food with varying price ranges. The 4* Cally Palace Hotel is just 0.5k