Thanks to Sue Greig for sharing this with us – an 1886 advertisment for the let of the ‘modern construction’ Rose Villa, now Nith View, in Glencaple, Caerlaverock. Note that, along with many other desirable features, the supply of fresh spring water was an important consideration in those days.
Dumfriesshire – To Let, Furnished or Unfurnished, for such term as may be agreed on. That Desirable RESIDENCE, ROSE VILLA, GLENCAPLE, five miles from Dumfries, on the banks of the Nith. The House sits in a park about an acre in extent, is of modern constructions, commanding the beautiful scenery of Kirkconnel Wood and Criffel. It contains: – On the Ground Floor – Parlour, Sitting-Room, Kitchen, Back Kitchen, Coal Cellar, with Two Large Pantries. On Top Flat – 4 Bedrooms, Dressing-Room. And Servant’s Accommodation with Bath-Room and WC. The House has also an abundant supply of pure spring water, and Large Kitchen Garden. Also, Two-Stalled Stable, Coach-House, Hen-House, Joiner’s Workshop. Apply to the Proprietor, R. CARSWELL, at Glencaple, or J. JOHNSTON, Grocer, 40 High Street, Dumfries. If you have anything of local interest you can share, please send it to us at caerlaverockcommunity@gmail.com or through our Facebook page www.facebook.com/caerlaverockcommunity/