Guesthouse
 Hillcrest House

Maidland Place, Wigtown, DG8 9EU, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 177 reviews)

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9.4
Wonderful
178 reviews

Straight away you are made to feel very welcome by your hosts. This immaculate period property is beautiful place to stay. The cleanliness of the rooms and public areas is to a very high standard. Many little touches make the stay, such as the Galloway cattle chocolates and complimentary sweets that are available. The cooked breakfast is as good as it gets, all locally sourced produce and cooked to order, delicious, you won't need to eat until evening! The property is located five minutes walk to the center of Wigtown, shops and a pub are within easy reach. There are many local walks to take in the area and it's history. A very peaceful stay. We will return.

Mark United Kingdom

Excellent breakfast cooked to order using local produce.

Andrew United Kingdom

Stayed with parents husband and dog, and could not have asked for better care. Lovely couple, really genuine and committed to ensuring we had a good time. Would like to see the self catering option next time! Thank you

Jane United Kingdom

Comfortable Room Brilliant hosts Great room Thank you

Brian United Kingdom

Wonderful place to stay: beautiful views, friendly hosts and delicious breakfast. Ideal for exploring Wigtown and the surrounding marshes and coastline. Both bird hide and bookshops are under a 10 minute walk away.

Miranda United Kingdom

Beautiful property. Very talented, gracious hosts. Loved it here! We will return.

Caroline United States of America

We had a lovely weekend at Hillcrest House as part of our holiday in Galloway. Andrew and Nic are excellent hosts and nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast was excellent and we much enjoyed the evening meal which is available by arrangement. Hillcrest is located a very short walk from Wigtown centre and several rooms have sea views. Rooms very comfortable and spotless. It was good to see a range of Fairtrade tea/coffee provided in the rooms and the toiletries are cruelty free products made with natural ingredients. Highly recommended and we would certain return when next in the area.

Charmian United Kingdom

Very clean, quiet and comfortable. Great breakfast and lovely friendly hosts.

Andrena United Kingdom

Hillcrest House is a wonderful place to stay. Large comfortable rooms and a very good breakfast. The house is set in a quiet location of Wigtown with a beautiful garden and plenty of parking. Our hosts were very friendly and welcoming.

Satwant United Kingdom

Warm friendly welcome. Lovely room with great view and very comfy bed.

Sharon United Kingdom
9.4
Wonderful
178 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Straight away you are made to feel very welcome by your hosts. This immaculate period property is beautiful place to stay. The cleanliness of the rooms and public areas is to a very high standard.”
    Mark Mark United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Excellent breakfast cooked to order using local produce.”
    Andrew Andrew United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Stayed with parents husband and dog, and could not have asked for better care. Lovely couple, really genuine and committed to ensuring we had a good time.”
    Jane Jane United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Comfortable Room Brilliant hosts Great room Thank you”
    Brian Brian United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Wonderful place to stay: beautiful views, friendly hosts and delicious breakfast. Ideal for exploring Wigtown and the surrounding marshes and coastline.”
    Miranda Miranda United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Beautiful property. Very talented, gracious hosts. Loved it here! We will return.”
    Caroline Caroline United States of America United States of America
  • “We had a lovely weekend at Hillcrest House as part of our holiday in Galloway. Andrew and Nic are excellent hosts and nothing was too much trouble.”
    Charmian Charmian United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Very clean, quiet and comfortable. Great breakfast and lovely friendly hosts.”
    Andrena Andrena United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Hillcrest House is a wonderful place to stay. Large comfortable rooms and a very good breakfast. The house is set in a quiet location of Wigtown with a beautiful garden and plenty of parking.”
    Satwant Satwant United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Warm friendly welcome. Lovely room with great view and very comfy bed.”
    Sharon Sharon United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff 9.9
  • Facilities9.4
  • Cleanliness9.8
  • Comfort9.7
  • Value for money9.5
  • Location9.6
  • Free WiFi9.0
High score for Wigtown

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Set in Wigtown, Scotland’s National Book Town, Hillcrest House guest house offers free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking. Still maintaining many period features, it is less than a mile from Bladnoch Distillery.

Each of the rooms at Hillcrest House features an private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. They also benefit from a radio and a garden or sea view.

Within the bright and airy dining room a breakfast is available every morning. Evening meals are also served.

From the guest house, Threave Castle is 49 minutes’ drive away. Wigtown and Bladnoch Golf Club is a 4-minute walk away and Galloway Activity Center is a 33-minute journey by car.

Galloway Forest Park is also 25 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Hillcrest House has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Dec 20, 2013

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Most popular amenities

Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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9.4
Wonderful · 178 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.9
  • Facilities9.4
  • Cleanliness9.8
  • Comfort9.7
  • Value for money9.5
  • Location9.6
  • Free WiFi9.0
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  • Mark
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Straight away you are made to feel very welcome by your hosts. This immaculate period property is beautiful place to stay. The cleanliness of the rooms and public areas is to a very high standard. Many little touches make the stay, such as the...”
  • Andrew
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Excellent breakfast cooked to order using local produce.”
  • Jane
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Stayed with parents husband and dog, and could not have asked for better care. Lovely couple, really genuine and committed to ensuring we had a good time. Would like to see the self catering option next time! Thank you”
  • Brian
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Comfortable Room Brilliant hosts Great room Thank you”
  • Miranda
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Wonderful place to stay: beautiful views, friendly hosts and delicious breakfast. Ideal for exploring Wigtown and the surrounding marshes and coastline. Both bird hide and bookshops are under a 10 minute walk away.”
  • Caroline
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Beautiful property. Very talented, gracious hosts. Loved it here! We will return.”
  • Charmian
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “We had a lovely weekend at Hillcrest House as part of our holiday in Galloway. Andrew and Nic are excellent hosts and nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast was excellent and we much enjoyed the evening meal which is available by arrangement....”
  • Andrena
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Very clean, quiet and comfortable. Great breakfast and lovely friendly hosts.”
  • Satwant
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Hillcrest House is a wonderful place to stay. Large comfortable rooms and a very good breakfast. The house is set in a quiet location of Wigtown with a beautiful garden and plenty of parking. Our hosts were very friendly and welcoming.”
  • Sharon
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Warm friendly welcome. Lovely room with great view and very comfy bed.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Laundry question. We'd like to stay two nights, arriving on a Friday evening. If we gave you laundry (we would gladly pay the fee) when we checked in, would it be ready when we checked out on Sunday? Thank you kindly.
    That should not be a problem at all Thanks Andy
    Answered on March 19, 2021
  • We'd like to come for the book festival weekend in September 2022, not sure which dates. we are 6 adults 4 vegan, I veggie, can you advise?
    Hi, Please ring me to discuss Thanks Andy
    Answered on September 21, 2021
  • Do rooms have a bathtub?
    Hi, We have three rooms with baths, and all three have showers over. Thanks
    Answered on February 3, 2020
  • Hi. Would you have a room with a bath, and can you do vegan options please? Kind regards, Michael & Donna
    Yes, we have rooms with baths and we offer limited vegan options Thanks
    Answered on August 7, 2021
  • We are looking to book two rooms for July 3. One room would have a small dog with the guests. Is this OK and are there extra charges?
    Yes, please ring me to advise you Thanks Andy
    Answered on June 22, 2021

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Hosted by Andy & Nic Passfield

9.9
Host Review Score
Andy & Nic Passfield
Hillcrest is an imposing Victorian villa set on the southerly edge of Scotland's Booktown. Since opening as a guest house in 2003, we have continued to update and renovate in a style in keeping with the age of the house - don't expect ultra modern interiors, but do expect modern facilities, comfort and decor in keeping with a house this age and style.
Lovely views over the Solway and the Galloway Hills, nearby beaches, forests, Dark Sky Park with wonderful night skies, castles, history, chocolate making, tank driving, human catapulting, second longest zipwire in Europe, sailing, wobbly water park, and lots of bookshops! Something for everyone in wonderful Galloway.
Language spoken: English
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Natural Beauty
  • River Bladnoch river
    1 miles
  • Ocean/Sea Wigtown Bay, Solway Firth
    1 miles
Closest Airports
  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport
    44.8 miles
  • Isle Of Man Airport
    54.5 miles
  • George Best Belfast City Airport
    59.3 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Hillcrest House

Most popular amenities

Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

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Check-in

3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:30 AM

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prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and up are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Hillcrest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Pets cannot be accommodated in the Superior King Room or Standard Twin Room with Sea View (small charge will apply).

Please note, evening meals are available, upon advance request.

Please note that the property does not have family rooms and therefore each room can accommodate a maximum of 2 guests. Babies or children under the age of 12 cannot be accommodated at this property.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Please inform Hillcrest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Hillcrest House

  • Room options at Hillcrest House include:

    • Twin
    • Double

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

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

  • Hillcrest House is 1,500 feet from the center of Wigtown.

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Hillcrest House by:

    • Car 2h 30min

  • Guests staying at Hillcrest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte