Address: Portpatrick, Stranraer, DG9 8TJ, United Kingdom
Rating: 4.9
based on 212 reviews.
Staff and Service
Pros:
"Ali, Anne, and the entire staff were welcoming, kind, more than accommodating, and so so incredibly friendly."
"The staff at Dunskey was so wonderful, attentive, and personable."
"Everyone on the Dunskey team was exceptional and provided 5 star+++ service."
"The staff were absolutely incredible. I have never felt so welcome and seen in my entire life."
"The staff could not have been kinder, more accommodating, or better with communication, and they helped to make the stay so lovely."
"The staff work tirelessly to make you feel welcome and comfortable."
"The staff made sure we were happy at all times."
Cons:
"Unfortunately the owner was disorganised and didn’t understand how the deposit system worked."
Accommodation and Amenities
Pros:
"The rooms are elegant yet cosy and welcoming, the bedrooms fabulous."
"The rooms were comfortable and included little amenity kits in case you forgot anything."
"Rose Blair Lodge is very private and has been decorated to a high standard."
"The cottages and rooms on the estate are beautifully renovated and very comfortable."
"Fern cottage was a beautiful spacious house, perfectly positioned on the estate with high quality bedding and bathroom fixtures."
"The house itself is like stepping into a time warp with all the beautiful period decorations, except it has all the modern amenities you expect in a 5 star hotel."
"Our room in the castle was so cozy and well appointed."
Cons:
"We did encounter an issue where the wifi signal was very weak and difficult to use in our rooms."
Food and Cuisine
Pros:
"The food was excellent, the land is gorgeous, and it was so enjoyable from start to finish."
"Head Chef, David Alexander, produced outstanding cuisine throughout our stay without exception."
"The food was amazing too, 5 star without a doubt."
"The chef was fabulous. The breakfasts the snacks and the dinners at the wedding that took place was beyond delicious."
"Chef David is an absolute genius."
"The food is the best food I have ever had in my life."
"All the food looked like art and tasted like heaven."
Cons:
"Despite the many food allergies our group had, your chef provided us all with a gastronomic feast at every breakfast, lunch, dinner or late night snack."
Activities and Entertainment
Pros:
"Never in our mind could we have imagined a 3-day adventure packed with so many varied, fun, and unique activities that the Dunskey team had in store for us!"
"We had a bird demonstration and a Ceilidh band and fireworks!"
"Our group chose laser tag in the woods, kayaking in the lake and falconry and archery as a few of the provided activities."
"The estate is absolutely amazing: a five to ten minute walk to the two lochs; a 30min walk to the beaches and coastline where we did spot porpoises and grey seals."
"Archery, I highly recommend this super fun activity for the whole family."
"From coastal walks to beach picnics, fishing, sailing, archery, dressing up and the amazingly fun celidh - what an incredible week that kept every age group (from 2 - 84 years) happy and entertained!"
"We enjoyed the highland games, polar plunge, hiking and yoga among other activities."
Cons:
"I wish I could have explored more but did not have enough time."
Location and Scenery
Pros:
"The grounds are incredible, with incredible scenery and breathtaking views."
"This stunning rural Scottish estate is nestled among trees, wildflowers, creeks, waterfalls, meadows, gardens, lochs and seaside cliffs."
"The estate is breath-taking with serene lochs, stunning coves and coastline, woodland walks filled with bluebells, wild garlic and rhododendrons."
"Beautiful views, peaceful seclusion, fantastic trails to explore as well as the shrubbery maze, walled botanical garden and beautiful lochs!"
"The grounds and house are spectacular with breathtaking views."
"The grounds are beautiful, the rooms are clean and gorgeous."
"The grounds are stunning, the events were incredible, and I loved just wandering the house and looking at the decor."
Cons:
"Beyond a couple pubs and shops, there's not much there, but it's the scenery, atmosphere and general chill out effect it has."
Overall Experience
Pros:
"It was one of the most memorable weekends I've ever had, and an absolutely beautiful area."
"Dunskey Estate is one of the most magical experiences I’ve ever had."
"The food, the beds, the bedding and hospitality exceeded all expectations."
"Rarely managed to disconnect like I did in Dunskey. I will be back, and more than once!"
"We can’t wait to return and highly recommend a stay here, either in the main Estate or in the Fern Cottage, both are incredible experiences and very enjoyable!"
"Dunskey Estate is a place I thought only existed in my wildest dreams."
"Staying at Dunskey Estate is a once-in-a-lifetime experience."
Cons:
"My only criticism is that they had the inability to slow time, so our experience went by so quickly:)"