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Reviews of Harbourside

3 Callanders close, Garlieston, DG8 8BB, United Kingdom

#2 of 7 hotels in Garlieston

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 61 apartment reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: August 23, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had not realized the garden area was shared, only actually encountered anyone there once but worth a mention. No BBQ due to new regulations but our of the owners hands, just something to note. Also no shops lol, my daughter did her over that, made a refreshing change lol

    Beautiful apartment equipped with everything you could possibly need. Beautiful views. Quiet. Lovely touch from.the host providing some basic essentials in the fridge. Total tranquility Great coffee shop the hive and the harbour in pub food was amazing. Both dog friendly

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    10
    Best accommodation we have experienced through booking. com .Will return in the future and recommend to family and frien
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There were absolutely no complaints about any aspect of the property.

    Fabulous location with amazing views . Spotlessly clean with great welcoming provisions.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    10
    Beautiful views, stunning location, clean and fresh, with many added extras and comforts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing. It was perfect.

    We liked EVERYTHING. Michelle was an exceptional host. The property is beautiful, clean and exceptionally well maintained. The view from the windows is stunning - right across the harbour. Michelle had thought of everything we could possibly need or want. We could not have had a more lovely stay, in a more beautiful little cottage. And Michaelle's friendliness was a further bonus.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2025

    10
    Perfect location for exploring surrounding area. A local pub providing great food and a cafe serving up delicious coffee
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No issues, everything was ideal

    Ideal location, very well maintained with a fenced off area where our dogs could safely go outside independently. The apartment is well equipped, with lots of thoughtful extras provided by the owner including dressing gowns/slippers, toiletries, tea/coffee, butter, milk, shortbread and Prosecco. It was a very welcoming experience.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 4, 2025

    10
    Perfect escape
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was perfect

    Fabulous, stylish decor, incredible view.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    10
    Excellent apartment with amazing views!
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Exceeded expectations!

    We loved the location & views! I can honestly say this is the cleanest accomodation I have ever stayed in!! We were lucky to meet Michelle during our stay - so very friendly & helpful! Also very generous welcome pack! Thank you, we really enjoyed our stay!!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2025

    10
    Superb location in a modern clean apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stunning location overlooking the bay and harbour. Modern clean apartment with excellent facilities. Outdoor space at front and side is a bonus

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    10
    Beautiful home, so restful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Better cutlery. Separate recycling bin. Both bathroom extractor fans very noisy. No shops nearby.

    Amazing and well thought out Welcome Pack. Light airy front room with unobstructed view of the bay. Comfy beds. Ground floor. Outside patio with furniture. Well equipped kitchen. reserved parking close to front door. Heating and hot water control. Toweling bathrobes.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2025

    9.0
    Just what we needed a peaceful break in a perfect setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Where it was and a great layout

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2025

    10
    Superb. A fantastic stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Superbly appointed apartment, the photographs are very accurate so we knew what to expect. Superb location literally on the harbour wall and views to the village and across the bay. The apartment has everything you could need and was spotlessly clean. The village pub is just a few hundred yards away and we were also very well fed and watered in there. The whole experience far exceeded our expectations and we will be revisiting without doubt and will be telling others.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2025

    10
    Perfect location with beautiful views. If you want a remote getaway by the coast, this is ideal.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect location with beautiful views. Very warm and cosy. Michelle messaged us to tell us we could check in early as they had no previous guests. We obviously took advantage of this. The apartment has everything you need and more. We stayed in winter and would love to come back in the summer to appreciate the gorgeous terrace overlooking the harbour.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 9, 2025

    10
    Great apartment in a great location for a chilled out break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The apartment was right next to the sea by the harbour with fabulous views across the bay, village and distant mountains. All the facilities you could want and very dog friendly. Great welcome pack on arrival and our host could not have been more helpful or friendly and answered any queries we had straight away. The Harbour Inn is a three minute walk away and is the heart of the community. Everyone was friendly and the food was great but definitely worth booking in advance because it was heaving in February

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: December 30, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No dishwasher but it wasn't an issue for us as we ate out most of the time so not much washing up!

    Superb apartment in village of Garlieston. Incredible views of the harbour. My son loved watching the bird with the binoculars. We didn't get much sun but was still a stunning view. Apartment was clean, well equipped and bed was so comfy. Great communication from Michelle and the welcome treats were a lovely touch. Garlieston was a lovely quiet location with a great pub, cafe and playground. One of the best holiday homes we have stayed in.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: October 1, 2024

    10
    A peaceful, relaxing stay in a quaint little fishing village near the Galloway Forest.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing!

    The location was fabulous, right beside the harbour. We loved watching the tide go in and out and seeing all the wading sea birds whilst having breakfast. The apartment had absolutely everything you could need and the goody basket on arrival with tea, coffee, bread, butter, jam, shortbread and prosecco was very welcome and very much appreciated. The information pack in the flat was great for ideas and suggestions of what to do while we were there as well as places to eat and emergency contact numbers. The flat was fully stocked with kitchen equipment, cutlery, crockery etc. Excellent wifi coverage too. There was designated parking outside and it was very quiet and peaceful while we were there. We all very much enjoyed our stay and must thank Michelle, our host, who was always available by phone and offered some great tips about things to do in the area.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 25, 2024

    10
    Lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing that I disliked. The only one niggle was I couldn't find an ironing board.

    We had such a lovely, comfortable stay, the welcome basket was a nice little touch, some much needed essentials were there on arrival. We were blessed with really good weather, however, it really wouldn't have mattered if it rained, the property has lovely views, I could have quite happily sat indoors all day admiring them. Communication with Michelle was spot on, no complaints at all.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 18, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This is a beautiful well equipment apartment

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2024

    10
    comfortable and immaculate home in a tranquil and peaceful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing

    Lovely spot with great views over the bay, quiet and extremely well equipped. Michelle's communication was great, the house was spotless, toiletries were provided, and the welcome box of breakfast goodies and prosecco was a lovely touch, and very much appreciated.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2024

    9.0
    There were 4 adults and a dog staying. There was plenty of room for all of us. Everything thing has been thought off! Gr
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. It was lovely. The only thing we could make a comment on was we found the extractor fan in the main bedroom a bit loud for other guests. Made going for a middle of the night toilet break a bit of an announcement 😂

    The view!! Also the private garden and the location to the beach and village.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2024

    10
    Absolutely perfect -so comfortable and clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Could have had smaller glasses and nibble bowls

    Location perfect-and like a 5 star hotel .

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 4, 2024

    10
    We’ll be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great location overlooking the sea and beautiful village of Garliston. Accommodation very fresh and clean with all necessary equipment.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2024

    10
    Amazing location with sea views and a fantastic, helpful, host Michelle.
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Everything! Location and sea views outstanding. Nearby walks are great and friendliness of local pub “The Harbour Inn” (especially Sandra!) fantastic.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 14, 2024

    10
    A Marvellous Find
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    If you're looking for peace, quiet and tranquility, you'll find it by the bucketful. A very well presented ground floor apartment, tastefully decorated, bright and airy plenty of room outside all to yourself and your doggy(s), cracking views across the bay, nice walks to be had around the village. Michelle the owner greeted us there. and was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay (3 nights) Of all the places we've stated, this tops the list for us and we'll be back for a longer stay.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2024

    9.0
    A very relaxing stay in beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Fabulous location, splendid views, very quiet & peaceful. Also liked the private off road parking space, good wifi and smart tv with streaming apps, comfortable sofa and bed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 15, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Garlieston is a small village with limited amenities and no shop (other than the garage) so be prepared to travel.

    Lovely property, very clean and well equipped and a generous welcome pack on arrival. The private outdoor seating, directly on the sea wall was an added bonus and in good weather provides a quite tranquil place to relax. The pub and cafe in Garlieston are both of a good standard and value for money.

    Stayed in May 2024

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