Dunskey Estate in Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland is a beautifully maintained Edwardian private home that was built all the way back in 1900, and today retains all of it's original features. There's beautiful antique furniture and period soft furnishings, and the interior features Doric columns in the elegant drawing room, and the baronnial stone fireplace on the grand hall is a magnificent feature, the lovely small details will delight too, like the Delft blue tiles in the Dutch kitchen. Dunskey Estate is now open to the public for the first time in history and is an exquisite unique retreat for a celebration, there's also accommdation on a bed and breakfast basis for up to 35 guests in beautiful cottages and apartments some with private enclosed gardens or access to the private beach, all full of original vintage furniture and paintings. There are four grand reception rooms for celebrations and bespoke events including spectacular weddings, and the castle even hosts some of her own not to be missed events, with incredible gardens and grounds as the stunning backdrop.READ MORE

The Lighthouse Studio Apartment on the south pier of Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland offers stylish self catering accommodation and overlooks the harbour, promenade and little sandy beach, plus there are many restaurants and bars opposite. Downstairs features the en-suite master bedroom and open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area, and a beautiful spiral staircase takes you upstairs where there is a stunning lounge with wood burning stove and double panelled glass doors boast spectacular views across the beach, harbour and village. The Lighthouse Studio Apartment is ideal for a romantic getaway for couples, but can accommodate up to four guests with a a bed settee on the upper level, it's the perfect base for sightseeing tours and exploring the surrounds.READ MORE

The Lighthouse Pottery overlooks the small beach and harbour in the old fishing village of Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, and is a beautiful life style gift shop with exquisite handmade craftware and giftware from around the world. Their designer led giftware selection includes stunning porcelain and ceramic works and jewellery, they also have general giftware including nautical items, tableware, glitter ornaments, snoozies, home interior pieces, shrugs, gifts for him and her and more. The Lighthouse Pottery also has clothing and accessories and a children's section, and have disabled access and ample parking, it's a lovely shop to visit.READ MORE

Viridian Skies in Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland welcomes you to come learn about the universe with the Dark Sky Rangers, they offer stargazing and Astrophotography Tours, join them under the stars for a memorable night of beauty and learning. Come learn about constellations, the moon, planets and the universe in the Galloway Forest dark sky park, or learn how to photograph and film stars, planets, the milky way, star trails, the northern lights and more, it's fascinating stuff, they also offer talks and presentations covering light pollution, Astrophotography, stargazing and more. Viridian Skies has an on-line gallery with beautiful astrophotography prints available or in their Etsy Story and they come in a range of sizes either mounted or framed. Their tours and events include hot refreshments too, and Jesse who specializes in in Film and Time Lapse Film and has experience filming across Norway and Scotland, is available for hire as a cameraman.READ MORE

Portpatrick Golf Club in Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland offers two stunning golf courses, superbly maintains, and the Dunskey has 18 magnificent holes, while the Dinvin has 9 stunning holes. Both courses boast spectacular views and before play there's a practice area to warm up on with pitching short game facilities, and there's a PGA professional available for coaching and advice, and lessons and clinics can be arranged, they also have a well stocked pro shop and there's equipment and buggy hire. The licensed bar and restaurant at Portpatrick Golf Club clubhouse offers great drinks, quality and snacks and heavenly meals based on fresh locally sourced produce and there's a daily changing specials board, they are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The clubhouse also has a well appointed lounge, extensive changing room areas with shower facilities and a secure bag store, and there's a junior and TV room, and visitors are always welcome, come for a wonderful game.READ MORE

The Crown Hotel in the heart of the small fishing village of Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland boasts great views of the harbour and seafront from it's location on the esplanade, and it is the place to come for award winning seafood, there's also a friendly bar serving refreshing drinks and many different types of beer. All rooms are en-suite many with sea views and great features, and there's a stunning honeymoon suite with coal fire, large flat screen TV and spectacular views over the harbour. The Crown Hotel offers memorable experiences every time you visit, and they are most famous for their fresh white Crab sandwiches, Lobster seafood platters and Cod Loin Au Poivre, along with other dishes, come see for yourself.READ MORE

The Portpatrick Hotel in Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland stands proudly on Galloway's clifftops just a short walk from the village with its welcoming pubs, great shops and a wonderful public beach, plus there are many excellent golf course in the area. The hotel offers 55 exquisite from premier and superior to standard, and there are lovely grounds and a patio area, sea and harbour views, plus a 24 hour reception and free WIFI in public areas, they also have a Pitch and putt golf course. The Portpatrick Hotel offers a wonderful stay in this beautiful location near local attractions, and there's a bar for relaxing and refreshing drinks as well as delicious a la carte meals prepared by the chef in the restaurant with elegant furnishings and varied menu, it's all here and so much more with views.READ MORE

Treasure Trails brings you the fun way to explore Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland and is a great day out for family and friends with kids, it's a self guided treasure hunt themed treasure trail. Trails are done in your own time at your own pace, and one trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people, solve sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features and monuments to discover the location of the buried treasure. With Treasure Trails you could win some real treasure as all correct answers are entered into the monthly draw, come enjoy this circular loop trail over 1.5 miles which takes approximately 1.5 hours, it's a great way to explore and suitable for all ages.READ MORE

Gannochy Bed and Breakfast in Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland offers a fantastic stay in comfortable rooms with Sky TV and free WIFI, and they are just minutes walk from the village, the harbour and golf course. They are pet friendly, and as they say welcome guests from around the globe and around the corner, plus there's off-street parking. Gannochy Bed and Breakfast has a lovely garden with private sitting area, and there's a coffee machine in the dining room, it's the perfect base for all that the area has to offer, enjoy coastal activities, watersports, walking, fishing, golf and much more, and there are lovely restaurants and pubs close by as well as quaint shops.READ MORE

Lagganmore Hotel and Golf Club in Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland is a hotel and golf club for everyone with a longstanding tradition for golf, dating all the way back to the 1900's, and special golf course packages. With stunning elevated views overlooking Dunskey Castle and the North Channel, this 18 hole golf course has some of the par 5 holes in the area, and the course is open to non residents. Lagganmore Hotel and Golf Club features comfortable accommodations, a lovely restaurant, club bar and more, and there are full bar and catering facilities, you can also hire buggies and clubs and there's a driving range.READ MORE