Faldarroch Farm, Newton Stewart | Barn Conversion Holiday in South West Scotland

About Faldarroch Farm

Faldarroch Farm is a traditional stone barn conversion set in the rolling countryside of Dumfries and Galloway. Original stone walls and exposed timber beams create an authentic rural retreat. The barn sits on a working farm surrounded by fields and woodland.

The setting is pure Scottish countryside. You'll wake to views across farmland and hills. Sheep graze in nearby pastures. The peace here is absolute.

Inside you'll find three bedrooms sleeping six guests. The main bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. There's a family bathroom too. The open-plan living space features the original barn structure with vaulted ceilings and oak frames. The kitchen flows into the dining and sitting areas.

Wigtown (8 miles, 15 minutes) is Scotland's National Book Town with independent bookshops. Newton Stewart (12 miles, 20 minutes) offers shops and cafes. Galloway Forest Park (15 miles, 25 minutes) has walking trails and mountain biking. The coast at Garlieston (10 miles, 18 minutes) has sandy beaches.

Faldarroch Farm suits families and groups wanting genuine farm life. Book for the space and rural authenticity.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Solar electricity with underfloor heating and 2 x woodburning stoves
✓Range cooker, electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, tv, wifi and selection of books
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Cot and highchair available
✓Off-road parking
✓Barn with bike storage
✓Large rear lawn with pond
✓Front lawn with stream
✓Rear gravel area with furniture
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop and pub 5.1 miles
✓Note: pond beyond back garden and stream in front garden, children should be supervised
✓Please note: short breaks are only available Friday–Monday or Monday–Friday, other short-stay lengths cannot be accommodated
✓Please note: minimum 3-night stay

Faldarroch Farm Prices

Lowest 7 nights

£340

28 Nov 2026

Average 7 nights

£551

£79/night avg

Annual Pricing Heat Map

Each cell = one 7-night stay starting that Saturday — hover for price

Nights

Jul

Sat
11th£820 Sat
18th£812 Sat
25th£870

Aug

Sat
1st£897 Sat
8th£783 Sat
15th£698 Sat
22nd£722 Sat
29th£653

Sep

Sat
5th£570 Sat
12th£557 Sat
19th£525 Sat
26th£526

Oct

Sat
3rd£507 Sat
10th£511 Sat
17th£503 Sat
24th£507 Sat
31st£351

Nov

Sat
7th£348 Sat
14th£345 Sat
21st£343 Sat
28th£340

Dec

Sat
5th£345 Sat
12th£345 Sat
19th£605 Sat
26th£605

Jan

Sat
2nd£570 Sat
9th£382 Sat
16th£387 Sat
23rd£392 Sat
30th£402

Feb

Sat
6th£407 Sat
13th£404 Sat
20th£369 Sat
27th£392

Mar

Sat
6th£392 Sat
13th£387 Sat
20th£399 Sat
27th£713

Apr

Sat
3rd£594 Sat
10th£492 Sat
17th£400 Sat
24th£441

May

Sat
1st£608 Sat
8th£611 Sat
15th£633 Sat
22nd£610 Sat
29th£683

Jun

Sat
5th£608 Sat
12th£622 Sat
19th£648 Sat
26th£515

Jul

Sat
3rd£578

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Next Available 7 Night Breaks

28 Nov 2026 £340 7 nights · £49/night 21 Nov 2026 £343 7 nights · £49/night 22 Nov 2026 £343 7 nights · £49/night 23 Nov 2026 £343 7 nights · £49/night

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Faldarroch Farm

Original Stone Walls

Thick stone walls and authentic barn character throughout create a genuine sense of history and rural heritage in every room.

Vaulted Ceilings

Soaring timber roof structure with exposed beams gives incredible space and light to the main living areas of the conversion.

Working Farm Setting

Surrounded by active farmland with sheep and cattle nearby. Guests experience real agricultural life in the Scottish countryside daily.

Galloway Forest Access

Just 15 miles from one of Scotland's best outdoor spaces. Walking trails and Dark Sky Park stargazing are within easy reach.

Open Plan Living

Kitchen, dining and sitting areas flow together under the barn roof. Perfect for families and groups to gather and socialise.

Rural Peace

Complete countryside quiet with no traffic noise or light pollution. Sleep soundly and wake to birdsong and farm sounds.

Getting To Faldarroch Farm

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Faldarroch Farm by car, take the A75 through Dumfries and Galloway. Turn off towards Kirkcowan and follow local roads to the farm. You'll have off-road parking on arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Barrhill, approximately 16 miles from the barn. From there, a taxi will take you through the countryside to Faldarroch Farm.

Off-road parking available

Barrhill station (16 miles)

Accessible from the A75

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Wigtown Book Town

Distance: 8 miles

DG8 9HN

Galloway Forest Park

Distance: 15 miles

DG8 6AJ

Garlieston Beach

Distance: 10 miles

DG8 8BN

Kirroughtree Forest Trails

Distance: 12 miles

DG8 6SZ

Wood of Cree Nature Reserve

Distance: 9 miles

DG8 6AN

Loch Trool

Distance: 18 miles

DG8 6SZ

Newton Stewart Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

DG8 6EQ

Wigtown Village Shops

Distance: 8 miles

DG8 9HN

Kirkcowan Village Shop

Distance: 4 miles

DG8 0HB

Newton Stewart Bus Station

Distance: 12 miles

DG8 6EW

Barrhill Railway Station

Distance: 16 miles

KA26 0PP

Stranraer Ferry Port

Distance: 28 miles

DG9 7RL

Wigtown Book Town

Distance: 8 miles

DG8 9HN

Galloway Forest Park

Distance: 15 miles

DG8 6AJ

Garlieston Beach

Distance: 10 miles

DG8 8BN

Kirroughtree Forest Trails

Distance: 12 miles

DG8 6SZ

Wood of Cree Nature Reserve

Distance: 9 miles

DG8 6AN

Loch Trool

Distance: 18 miles

DG8 6SZ

Newton Stewart Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

DG8 6EQ

Wigtown Village Shops

Distance: 8 miles

DG8 9HN

Kirkcowan Village Shop

Distance: 4 miles

DG8 0HB

Newton Stewart Bus Station

Distance: 12 miles

DG8 6EW

Barrhill Railway Station

Distance: 16 miles

KA26 0PP

Stranraer Ferry Port

Distance: 28 miles

DG9 7RL

Is Faldarroch Farm Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children will love the working farm setting with sheep and cattle to watch. The surrounding fields and woodland provide safe outdoor space for exploration and games. Inside, the open-plan living area gives room to play. The nearby beaches at Garlieston offer rock pooling and sandcastle building. Galloway Forest Park has family walking trails and wildlife spotting opportunities within easy driving distance.

Groups Will Love...

The vaulted ceiling with exposed timber beams is the standout feature of this barn conversion. Original oak frames soar overhead in the main living space, creating height and light throughout. The roof structure showcases traditional Scottish agricultural building methods with massive timber supports and cross-beams. Stone walls rise to meet the vaulted space, emphasising the barn's authentic heritage and generous proportions.

Pet Friendly

Faldarroch Farm welcomes dogs to this barn conversion. The working farm setting provides excellent walking opportunities across fields and through woodland. Your dog can explore the countryside safely with space to run and interesting farm smells to investigate. The stone barn has durable floors suitable for muddy paws after outdoor adventures. Nearby forests and coastal paths offer varied terrain for daily walks.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Faldarroch Farm

The Crown Inn, Newton Stewart

Located 12 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DG8 6JD

Hillcrest House Hotel, Wigtown

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DG8 9HA

The Creebridge House Hotel

Located 11 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DG8 6NP

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Faldarroch Farm

Is Faldarroch Farm pet friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at this barn conversion. The working farm setting and surrounding fields provide excellent walking opportunities for your pets.

What original barn features does it have?

The conversion retains thick stone walls and exposed timber beams throughout. Vaulted ceilings and the oak frame structure showcase the building's agricultural heritage.

How many guests does it sleep?

Faldarroch Farm sleeps six guests across three bedrooms. One bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and there's a separate family bathroom.

What is the setting like?

The barn sits on a working farm in Dumfries and Galloway countryside. Fields, woodland and grazing livestock surround the property with views across farmland to distant hills.

Is it suitable for families with children?

Yes, the barn works well for families. Children can experience farm life safely with plenty of outdoor space to explore and animals to see nearby.

What can we do in the local area?

Wigtown Book Town is 8 miles away with independent bookshops. Galloway Forest Park offers walking and mountain biking 15 miles from the barn.

How far is the nearest beach?

Garlieston beach is 10 miles away with a drive time of 18 minutes. The sandy coast provides rock pooling and coastal walks for all ages.

What are the living spaces like?

The open-plan ground floor combines kitchen, dining and sitting areas under the vaulted barn roof. Original beams and stone walls create character throughout the space.