Dumfries

Historic Dumfriesshire in southern Scotland offers accessible towns, rich heritage sites, and excellent outdoor activities including hill walking and mountain biking.

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Drumlanrig Castle - Slatehouse Cottage

Slatehouse Cottage is a spacious, ground-floor cottage set within the grounds of Drumlanrig Castle estate, surrounded by scenic countryside and gardens, suited for families and pet owners seeking a peaceful rural retreat with beautiful views.

Near Drumlanrig Castle

Drumlanrig Castle is a 17th-century Renaissance aristocratic mansion in Dumfriesshire featuring guided tours of the historic interiors, including a notable art collection, surrounded by 40 acres of gardens, estate walks, and children's adventure playground. The venue offers food facilities and caters for wheelchair users with accessible amenities.

3 miles from Campfield Marsh

Campfield Marsh is a large wetland nature reserve on the Solway Firth offering diverse habitats including saltmarsh, peatbogs and farmland, ideal for birdwatching and wildlife observation. Visitors can explore flat trails, boardwalks and hides, enjoy picnic facilities and learn at the visitor centre. Dogs are welcome on leads, and the reserve is wheelchair accessible with accessible toilets and baby changing facilities.

Located in Silloth

Silloth is a historic port town and seaside resort in Cumbria known for its maritime heritage, caravan parks, annual festivals, and charming planned town centre with a golf course.

Terraughtie Farm Cottages - Terraughtie Cottage West

A traditional semi-detached Galloway cottage renovated in 2023 on the outskirts of Dumfries, offering a countryside location near local cycle paths and countryside walks, with a relaxed and rural character.

2 miles from Lincluden Collegiate Church

Lincluden Collegiate Church offers visitors the chance to explore the remains of a historic collegiate church with notable Gothic architecture and the tomb of Princess Margaret from 1450. The site is primarily an outdoor experience focused on historic ruins.

Near Threave Gardens

Threave Garden features a mix of landscaped garden styles and heritage rooms in a Scottish Baronial house, alongside a nature reserve important for wildfowl. Visitors can enjoy both indoor and outdoor experiences with facilities including a play area and refreshments.

Woodburn

This modern lodge sits on a quiet site next to Mabie Forest and is designed as a cosy and indulgent holiday retreat with a private hot tub and wheelchair access, suited for peaceful nature and country walk experiences.

2 miles from Sweetheart Abbey

Sweetheart Abbey is a historic Cistercian monastery ruin founded in 1273 in New Abbey, Dumfries and Galloway. Visitors can explore the extensive abbey precincts, admire the Early English Gothic architecture, and learn about its rich medieval history and significance in Scottish heritage.

Seascape Cottages - Ashgrove

A spacious detached bungalow located just 500 yards from a sandy beach on the Solway Coast, offering sea views and extensive countryside scenery, ideal for families or groups seeking a coastal rural retreat.

2 miles from Cavens

Cavens is a historic house in Kirkbean that operates as a small exclusive hotel during summer months with six ensuite rooms, offering full dinner and breakfast. It can also be booked exclusively for family or group stays, especially for golf or shooting events.

2 miles from Thomas Carlyle’s Birthplace

Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace is a historic house museum in Ecclefechan, Scotland, preserving the home and belongings of the famous writer and thinker Thomas Carlyle, showcasing 18th-century Scottish vernacular architecture and personal memorabilia.

Near Rockcliffe

Rockcliffe is a beautiful coastal nature reserve in Scotland featuring scenic trails, ancient historical sites, a bird sanctuary, wildflower meadows, and woodlands. Visitors can enjoy outdoor exploration year-round with free entry and holiday cottage accommodations.

Auchen Ladder

A newly built detached bungalow set on a working farm in rural southwest Scotland, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with countryside views and easy access to local attractions.

2 miles from Merkland Cross

The Merkland Cross is a prominent medieval wayside cross located on an ancient Roman road in Scotland, renowned for its preservation and historic local significance.

Airds Farm - Airdside Cottage

Airdside Cottage is a rural holiday cottage overlooking Loch Ken near Crossmichael with scenic views, a private hot tub and sauna, and facilities suitable for families including cot and highchair available on request.

3 miles from Threave Castle

Threave Castle is a ruined medieval tower house located on an island in the River Dee near Castle Douglas, Scotland. Built in the 14th century by Archibald the Grim, it features a significant artillery house from the 15th century and is accessible by boat. Managed by Historic Environment Scotland, the site offers visitors a glimpse into Scottish history, including sieges, royal ties, and medieval architecture.

3 miles from Drumcoltran Tower

Drumcoltran Tower is a preserved late 16th-century tower house near Kirkgunzeon in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, designated as a scheduled monument and open to the public for exploring historic Scottish architecture.

Woodend Farmhouse Halmyre

Woodend Farmhouse Halmyre is a spacious detached farmhouse set on a working farm in the countryside near the village of Haugh of Urr, ideal for families or groups seeking a peaceful rural retreat with scenic views and country walks.

Lochside House

Lochside House in Castle Douglas is a large detached holiday home offering a luxurious and stylish setting with views over a park and loch, blending modern comfort and natural beauty in a peaceful countryside location.

Drumlanrig Castle - Laundry Cottage

Laundry Cottage is a category B listed semi-detached cottage on the Drumlanrig Estate offering a peaceful and scenic countryside setting with lovely views and access to estate walks and activities.

3 miles from Morton Castle

Morton Castle is a historic castle in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, notable for its triangular design and strategic location by an artificial loch. Once part of a defensive castle chain, it later served as a hunting lodge and is now maintained as a scheduled monument.

Cairnyard Holiday Lodges - Woodlane

A recently constructed and spacious ground-floor holiday lodge in Dumfries and Galloway featuring three bedrooms, countryside views, a private hot tub, a garden with patio and furniture, and family-friendly amenities.

Bruno's Bothy

Bruno's Bothy is a detached, beautifully renovated bothy set in a peaceful location on a working farm in Cumbria, with a secluded private hot tub and an enclosed garden, offering a cosy and homely atmosphere near countryside and walking routes.

North Plain Farm - North Plain Barn

A luxurious barn conversion set in a rural coastal location with scenic views, spacious accommodation for families and groups, and features including a private hot tub, games room, and large enclosed garden with outdoor seating and BBQ facilities.

Terraughtie Farm Cottages - Terraughtie Cottage East

Terraughtie Cottage East is a semi-detached cottage on the outskirts of Dumfries, set in a countryside location offering a home-from-home atmosphere with spacious gardens and nature surroundings.

Seascape Cottages - Seascape

This detached holiday property in the seaside village of Southerness offers accommodation for families and couples with sea views and proximity to the beach and golf course, set in a scenic countryside location with outdoor space and accessibility features.

Near Caerlaverock Castle

Caerlaverock Castle is a distinctive medieval triangular castle in Scotland, featuring a moat and historic Renaissance lodging, situated within a nationally significant nature reserve and renowned for its rich history including notable sieges.

Low Moat

Low Moat is a spacious, detached country cottage set on a working farm in the scenic Cumbrian countryside, offering a tranquil and romantic setting with open plan living and private outdoor space including a hot tub.

Near Netherby Hall

Netherby Hall is a historic Grade II* listed mansion house in Cumbria, located on the site of a Roman fort and containing a 16th-century pele tower. Visitors can explore the restored stables and walled garden as well as the historic interiors, with self-catering accommodation available on site. The venue offers a rich history linked to the Border region and literary connections to Sir Walter Scott.

Woodrow

Woodrow is a detached holiday lodge set on the edge of Mabie Forest in a rural location that offers a peaceful and indulgent private retreat experience with scenic views and easy access to outdoor activities.

The Tranquil Orchard - The Nuthatch

The Nuthatch is a newly built lodge located in a peaceful area of Dumfries and Galloway with open plan living space, a separate bedroom, and a shower room, set in grounds that include an orchard and shared use of an indoor heated swimming pool.

3 miles from Rammerscales

Rammerscales is a Georgian ashlar house built around 1760, featuring a long gallery library and 20th-century artworks by Rodin, Hepworth, and Lowry. Visitors can take conducted tours highlighting its history and enjoy picturesque views over Annandale.