Fordbank House is offering accommodations in Newton Stewart. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking, bicycle parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the bed and breakfast. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Guests can have fruit and chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. Guests at Fordbank House can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 61 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Newton Stewart
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  • Alice
    United States of America United States of America
    I liked the breakfast and Leslie the owner.She even gave us lemon drizzle cake when we left!
  • Ruth
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything about the house was wonderful- from our lovely, welcoming hosts and the beautiful location to the comfortable room and delicious breakfasts!
  • Robyn
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location between Wigtown and the Bladnoch Distillery. The house was immaculate and nicely decorated. My wife is a gardener and really appreciated all the fresh flowers inside. This was our first trip since COVID and we had some special...

Managed by Lesley Miller

Company review score: 10Based on 115 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

David and I started hosting at the 2018 Book Festival in Wigtown and decided we would like to continue. We enjoy meeting people from all walks of life and take pleasure in sharing our beautiful home with them and recommending local attractions and places to eat.

Property info

Fordbank House is an elegant residence dating from 1830 and built by George McClelland who ran a potato and farina mill. His sons founded the Bladnoch Distillery in 1817 which was opened by the Duke of Rothesay in 2019. The house stands majestically overlooking the surrounding Galloway countryside, and is situated in a private, gated one acre garden which the owners are landscaping. David and Lesley are restoring the house to its former glory and let out three comfortable rooms - a king, double and twin, all with ensuite facilities. Guests can enjoy the panoramic views while they have a delicious home-cooked breakfast in the dining room.

Neighborhood info

Fordbank is situated between Wigtown and Bladnoch and visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to eating out. The Bladnoch Inn is a warm cosy pub with good food just a few hundred yards away, while the Plough Hotel in Wigtown (opening Sept 21), the Crown Hotel in Newton Stewart and the Pheasant in Sorbie are also very close. The Crafty Gin Distillery and Bladnoch Distillery, both offer tours and also have cafe facilities on site. For sheer indulgence, Reading Lasses is a must for home-made soups and cakes, as is Cafe Rendezvous. Being Scotlands National Booktown, means there's never an excuse to be bored, and the annual Festival in late September is a must. The area is rich in history, has plenty for nature lovers and lovers of the outdoors and there is always something going on! The proximity of the Solway Firth means that beaches are not that far away and Fordbank is just 15 minutes by car to Galloway House Gardens, and Rigg Bay, the site of Mulberry Harbour manoeuvres in WW2.

Languages Spoken

German,English,Spanish,French

Area info

Amenities of Fordbank House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: DG00139P

FAQs about Fordbank House

  • Check-in at Fordbank House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Fordbank House is 6.8 miles from the center of Newton Stewart. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Fordbank House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Fordbank House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Room options at Fordbank House include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single