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Stables Guest House supporting this years Newton Stewart & Minnigaff TradFestival

5 Jul 23
by Charlie McAdam
Stables Guest House

Trad Music Trust and everyone involved with this years Newton Stewart & Minnigaff TradFestival are incredibly thankful to Dane and Fay Carty of Stables Guest House for their support. Stables Guest House is set in its own grounds and is an excellent place to base your stay in South West Scotland.

This B&B offers 5 en-suite bedrooms, 3 of which are on the ground floor and 2 on the first floor. They are well equipped with freeview television, hospitality tray, hairdryer, towels and toiletries etc. They have an attractive dining room with adjoining conservatory and offer good quality home cooked food, using local produce where possible. Details of their menus and prices can be found on their website. The residents lounge, is well stocked with books and maps, allowing you to relax after a long day of walking, golfing, shopping or just enjoying the local countryside. Fay and Dane are both keen cyclist so they will be able to offer you an extensive list of all the best cycle routes in D&G. A bike storage unit and workshop are available for guests, or if you prefer Dane is a Cyctech level 2 qualified bike mechanic and can offer help. Stables guest house in an excellent stay for anyone with a passion for adventure, nature and culture or for anyone who just wants to lay back and admire Scotland. 


 

Stables Guest House Website

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