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Westview Cottage is a seafront 3-bed holiday rental cottage in the tranquil village of Port William. We are regularly mesmerised by the views from the windows.

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www.westviewcottage-portwilliam.co.uk Port William has been a family holiday destination for the "Websters" for over four decades, and we recently made the decision to buy a property to ensure that we can continue to visit this idyllic location as often as possible. Over the course of two years, we have fully renovated the property back to bare stone and rebuilt it with the intention of creating a high-quality, cosy, peaceful retreat for holidaymakers to enjoy the area and for our family to return to year-round. With its prime location on the shores of Luce Bay and the large windows on the first floor, our cottage offers stunning views of the sea, the beach, and the surrounding landscape. The area is renowned for its unspoiled natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal spot to relax and unwind. Whether you enjoy coastal walks with breath-taking sea views, strolling along woodland paths in nearby Galloway Forest Park, or taking on a challenge with a cliff-top hike along the Mull of Galloway, there are plenty of walking trails to explore. For those seeking places of interest to visit during their stay, the historic town of Whithorn, the Isle of Whithorn, and the picturesque village of Garlieston are all just a short drive away. You can also venture to Wigtown, Scotland's National Book Town, which is only a 20-minute drive from Port William. If you're looking for a day out, we recommend a visit to the nearby distilleries Bladnoch and Crafty, both of which offer tours and tastings. Alternatively, you can explore the stunning Glenwhan Gardens, enjoying the tranquil setting and a café lunch. I have put together 5 different day itineraries that I will share on this page that may give you some ideas as to what to do, as well as listing some other activities and where to read more! If you wish to book, then we are listed on Sykes Holiday Cottages. If you have any questions in the meantime, send them over ! Annabelle & Dean

01/11/2026

Our family the “Maguires” feature in this episode! Worth a watch.

31/10/2026

We knew it already, but it’s lovely to hear it from someone else! 🌅

National Geographic has named Dumfries and Galloway one of the best places in the world to visit in 2027. Stargazing, Wigtown Book Town, beautiful beaches, coastal walks and quiet cycling roads, all of it is on our doorstep here in Port William.

We bought Westview Cottage derelict in 2021 and renovated it with a lot of love, and it’s still the only place where Dean and I feel totally relaxed. Guests tell us the sunsets over Luce Bay are mesmerising, and we couldn’t agree more.

We’ve written a little blog about how close everything is to the cottage, with drive times and a few of our favourite spots. Have a read here: https://www.westviewcottage-portwilliam.co.uk/port-william/dumfries-galloway-national-geographic-2027/

And if you fancy a stay, you can check availability and book here: https://www.westviewcottage-portwilliam.co.uk/availability-book/

National Geographic has named Dumfries and Galloway one of the best places to visit in 2027. Come and stay by the sea in Port William.

19/10/2026

Highly recommend South Machars Community Centre - Whithorn on Castle Hill in Whithorn for fabulous lunch on a Tuesday. Always check their facebook posts for the menu of the day 🩷

How organised am I??

17/10/2026

Are you looking for peace and tranquillity?

A log fire. Beautiful, comfy accommodation. Stunning views over Luce Bay. Somewhere to just RELAX and forget about all the mad things going on in the world.

Westview Cottage is right on the seafront in Port William, and we’d love to welcome you. 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, with premium comfy beds and quiet walks along the beach right on your doorstep. Sorry, no pets.

30 minutes from Stranraer/Cairnryan - 30 minutes from Newton Stewart in Dumfries & Galloway. The South West corner of Scotland. A small quiet fishing village (we love watching the lobster fisherman bringing in his catch – the skipper is also family!!)

We have 50 five-star reviews on Sykes, and you can book directly with us through our website.

📅 Saturday to Saturday availability:
31 October to 28 November
5 December to 26 December (yes, that includes Christmas week!)

👉 Book direct: https://www.westviewcottage-portwilliam.co.uk/availability-book/

17/10/2026

Wonderful food and service with stunning views. Highly recommend ❤️

10/10/2026

A pub is coming to the village in 2027 !

03/10/2026

🎉 WE HAVE OUR BUILDING WARRANT! 🎉

We submitted it on the 12th of June, and today it's been officially approved. We are absolutely buzzing!

We have to say a HUGE Thank you to Mark Buchanan at McGowan Miller. Every time a query came in, Mark turned it around quickly and kept things moving. We honestly couldn't have got here without him. Thank you, Mark! 🙌

Also thanks to Finlay Carson For Galloway And West Dumfries and his team for stepping in and pushing the paperwork on.

So what happens now? We're hoping to get started on the build in the next few weeks. We'll be honest with you, there is a LOT to do, and it's going to be at least a 6-month build. But this is the moment the real work starts, and we'll be sharing every step with you along the way.

Dean and I are up in the Port next week, we will be meeting trades at the building to discuss what needs doing! If you are passing, do pop in and say hello!

Thank you to every single one of you who has cheered us on, shared our posts and asked, "Any news yet?" Your support means the world to us.

The excitement (and the hard work!) starts here! ❤️

Dean & Annabelle

03/10/2026

Address

Main Street, Port William
Newton Stewart
DG89QH

Website

https://www.westviewcottage-portwilliam.co.uk/

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