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We had a great time at Barend. Beautiful weather and so many lovely walks. The chalet (number 22) is great- very relaxing: clean, tidy with everything you need but not pretentious. Our dogs loved it too. The bar on site is ideal for a good feed after a long walk. Good golf clubs nearby, great… Read more “Great stay at number 22!”

Stayed in lodge 22 for 4 days. This was a comfortable, spacious well appointed log cabin in good repair. Surroundings were nicely landscaped gardens with ample space between the lodges. While it was fine for a slightly damp April it would be even better during the height of summer. We enjoyed a few evening meals… Read more “Peaceful family retreat”

Barend holiday village is an excellent place for peace seekers. The cottage was very cozy and super clean. From your cottage you have a beautiful view over the nearby loch, but there is still a road in between. The park itself has a good restaurant where you can eat or have a drink. There is… Read more “Beautiful place highly recommended!”

We would highly recommend staying at Serenity 22 Barend. The lodge was very comfortable and had been cleaned to a high standard. There are wonderful views of the loch from the balcony. The site/village is quiet and well tended. The swimming pool is small but as you book the whole pool for your party this… Read more “Wonderful views of the loch from the balcony”

Absolutely loved the break away in the lodge. Enjoyed my morning coffee on the balcony. There were beautiful places nearby to visit and food at the pub on site was delicious. The lodge had everything we wanted. Would definitely book again. Thank you!

Beautiful location, cosy and well-equipped accommodation. We really enjoyed our stay here. Highly recommended!

I recently enjoyed a stay at Serenity with my family, we had a brilliant time. The lodge was gorgeous and cleaned to a high standard. The views of the loch from the lodge were stunning too, lovely beach close by and we also loved the added bonus of a private swimming session in the pool!… Read more “Brilliant time with the family”

Recommendations Craigieknowes golf course was fantastic fun! We enjoyed our visit to the pool and it was nice having the pool to ourselves! The Beagle was a nice treat for a Sunday dinner and an extra bonus to take the dog! Message to Host Thank you for a lovely bank holiday family break. We used… Read more “Fantastic fun!”

This is a gorgeous site, lodges are a decent distance apart so feels very private. The Lodge itself has everything you need, it’s cosy but spacious… 7 of us stayed and we felt there was ample space. There’s a cute pub on site and short walk to beautiful beach. Pool is a bonus, kids loved… Read more “Cosy but spacious”

Absolutely stunning surroundings. Would love to return soon and stay for longer. Would recommend to all family types young and old.

Recommendations Sandyhills Bay beach, walk along the beach to Portling (watch the tides). Visit the cafe at Bainloch Deer Park. Places to eat: Anchor (Kippford). Laurie Arms (Haugh of Urr). Message to Host Had many visits to the this area and site and most visits at No. 22 Lovely clean cabin, very well equipped. Will… Read more “Lovely Clean Cabin, Very Well Equipped”

Recommedations Dog friendly Mad Hatters Cafe in Castle Douglas (53 King St). Ballard Butchers (152 King St). The Boat House restaurant Quay Side, Glencaple. Message to Host What was not to like, the lodge was nice and clean, very comfortable for the 2 weeks we stayed and we have no hesitation to book lodge 22… Read more “No hesitation to book lodge 22 again”

Recommendations Coastal trail from Sandyhills to Kippford. Message to Host Pleasant stay in nice clean accommodation.  Kids loved the pool.

Recommendations Sunday Lunch at the Anchor – Kippford Message to Host Lovely cabin with a lovely view, really nice position on site. Cabins room set out is great for families and a good selection of games. The Grandparents weren’t impressed with the mattresses in the ground floor rooms & had to swap with 2 from… Read more “Lovely cabin with a lovely view, really nice position on site”

Recommendations In Castle Douglas – Street Lights cafe and The Olive Retreat – amazing menu here. Fantastic Ice Creams at The Ark Kippford The drive over the moors from Gatehouse to Laurieston Message to Host As always we had a great stay at Barend and enjoyed your lodge. Comfortable seating for 4 of us and… Read more “Will definitely be back!!”

Recommendations Mabie Forest Threave House & Garden Arbigland Gardens (Arbigland nearly lost garden) If you like Daphne du Maurier, this is a hidden gem! Message to Host Thank you!

Recommendations Mabie Farm, Southerness lighthouse, The Mariner and The Beagle. Lovely having the pool to ourselves. Message to Host Its the 2nd time we have been to 22 Barend, Serenity. The addition of the partition upstairs is great. We had a wonderful time on the beach even when cloudy! We loved walking around the loch… Read more “2nd time we have been to 22 Barend, Serenity”

Recommendations Walking · Beaches · Forests · Mountains What more do you need.  Been up this area 40 years. This is Scotland so expect all seasons. Message to Host Thank you.