Garlieston Club Campsite

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Lovely peaceful location

Our first visit to this lovely unspoilt and peaceful location in Garlieston. On arrival at the harbour side site we were greeted by the very friendly Ann who gave a very thorough site and safety briefing and directed us to our lovely pitch. From our pitch we could enjoy the rising and falling of the tides and glorious sunsets in our peaceful location. From the site we enjoyed lovely coastal walks and wanders into the open gardens of Galloway House along with spotting the range of coastal wildlife. The site is in a great location ideal for visiting the the beautiful surrounding countryside, quiet fishing villages and ports. We look forward to a return visit in the future.

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Paul222

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Reviewed on 06/06/2021 07:54

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Friendly and welcoming

Very helpful and welcoming. Great views over the harbour and lovely bikes rides and walks in the area. Would definitely stay here again!

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Reviewed on 04/06/2021 13:51

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I really missed this site during lockdown

We arrived on a wet and windy day to a very warm welcome from the wardens Ann and Martin. We got there early to bag a pitch in the walled garden. We like it there because it's sheltered, quiet and private due to the single row of vans. Later in the week I sat in a suntrap where the only noise came from the birds, bliss. Wifi was good but only one phone got a reception, I was quite happy about this. People in the villagae were welcoming and chatty and the lady in the garage/shop very helpful. There are lovely walks from the village and further afield. The roads are quite for cycling various routes. Yes I missed the shop and the book exchange but Covid rules have to be followed. The toilet block system worked and I felt safe and cared for. Well done Ann, Martin and the Caravan Club

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earlyretired

Caravanner from Cumberland

Reviewed on 03/06/2021 09:17

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Top site

Stayed four nights at the end of May & wished we had booked longer to complete more walks . Great team to welcome us & loved the atmosphere, including beautifully tended flower borders. One for our our next trip to Scotland. Steve, Hilly & Luca, motor homes from W.Sussex

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Steve Travis

Reviewed on 01/06/2021 20:41

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Peaceful and relaxing

Booked two nights and added one more, two days before arrival but unfortunately on a different category pitch. On arrival very helpful wardens found us an ideal pitch for all three nights so we didn’t have to move. Managed two long delightful walks from site, in opposite directions, but note the seven mile walk involves two mile of road walking, along a fairly quiet B road with no path. Beautiful, peaceful location, in a small village. Ideal peaceful, tranquil, Bank Holiday break.

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Reviewed on 01/06/2021 18:34

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A friendly helpful team and a lovely peaceful place with great walks.

The team at Garlieston were very welcoming and gave us enough local information when we checked in. Our pitch was a large grass area and in the walled area away from the main sea front. This meant it was quieter and sunny all day long. The coastal walks from the site are as long as you want to make them, and take you to some wonderful spots. The site facilities were well managed and the system of 'arm bands' worked well, making you feel safe when using the facilities. We really felt very relaxed staying on this site, it was larger than what we would normally opt for but it has a feeling of a smaller and less formal site. We are looking forward to returning in the autumn and trying the out the local fish and chips and the pub too.

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MArmson

Reviewed on 01/06/2021 17:21

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First visit won’t be the last

Stayed for 4 nights which is usually our maximum but could have stayed another couple. Lovely pleasant wardens,facilities a little dated but the whole site kept immaculate by the wardens. On arrival we was given great info on each available pitch and chose one in the walled garden as recommended, I actually thought we had made a mistake at 1st and should have chosen one on the main site with the views but I’ve got to say the wardens info was spot on and we sat out from morning until late evening. Walks are simply 2nd to none in both directions from a 14mile round trip to the castle, but you can make this as short or as long as you like and the views and secluded bays are absolutely stunning without having to trek too far,fantastic for dogs!! Lovely pub 2 mins walk. Useful shop near bye. Make sure your dogs tic and flea treatment is up to date but to be honest this goes for most of Scotland due to the amount of Deer and we saw quite a few. All in all couldn’t find fault whatsoever.

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dazb

Reviewed on 01/06/2021 09:53

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A bit disappointed...

We’ve been to Garlieston 3 times before and just returned after a couple days/ nights on site. Due to an overnight rain deluge some grass pitches were unsuitable for heavier Motorhomes so the wardens had to allocate all pitches. We arrived on arrival time and after moving from an unsuitable pitch landed on a hard standing pitch which was just about big enough for us What is slightly disappointing is that other more suitable pitches with better locations were provided to other campers who arrived much later than us. Och well...we’ll just have come back at the end of October when it’s less busy.

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WylieB

Motorhomer from Cheshire

Reviewed on 29/05/2021 21:08

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First but not last visit

This was our third stop on our maiden voyage in our new Motorhome and the first stop at a Club site. Anne and the staff were very welcoming, showing us to our pitch and the site facilities. All facilities were spotlessly clean and fully serviceable and COVID protocol secure. The village is small which suited us and despite the appalling weather we managed to get out on our bikes and explore the locality. The village pub was welcoming and sold really good food. You only get one chance at a first impression and this site passed with flying colours. A great stay. Thank you.

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DCOS

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Reviewed on 24/05/2021 09:38

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Another great stay

We have been visiting this site for many years and our first trip this year was from 11 to 14th May. As always the site was in excellent condition thanks to the hard work of Anne and Martin who are the wardens. We normally stay on the harbour side but for the second time we chose the walled area which was nice and sheltered from the wee wind that was blowing and allowed me to sit out and enjoy the sunshine. We enjoy the surrounding area which is great for cycling and walking. The Harbour Hotel serves great food and the lovely guy who has the wee shop at he garage is extremely helpful and will order rolls, bread, milk for you. My only comment is to the Caravan and Motorhome club is:it’s time the toilet blocks were upgraded. Anne and Martin keep the toilet facilities spotlessly clean but cannot upgrade the facilities so come on club ‘finger out’ and get them upgraded. We use club sites all the time especially in Scotland, where we live, and find other club sites which are not so busy or picturesque have been upgraded in the past few years.

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abrownlie77

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Reviewed on 23/05/2021 20:17

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