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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This detached bungalow located in a small hamlet offers a peaceful and homely retreat with wheelchair access and facilities for families including cots and highchairs, situated near Castle Douglas and Kirkcudbright with garden outdoor space and private parking.
Broughton House is an 18th-century townhouse in Kirkcudbright, Scotland, that serves as a museum dedicated to the life and work of artist E. A. Hornel. Visitors can tour the house with its art-filled interiors and studio, and enjoy the Japanese-influenced gardens along the River Dee.
Drumlanrig Mains Cottage is a countryside cottage situated in the grounds of the 17th century Drumlanrig Castle, providing a peaceful and scenic retreat with access to estate grounds, gardens, and outdoor activities.
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.
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.
A barn conversion set around a small courtyard with expansive views over Loch Ken, located in a quiet countryside setting ideal for exploring the local natural area.
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.
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.
Woodpecker Lodge is a detached holiday lodge in a peaceful rural area of South West Scotland, ideal for families seeking a relaxing countryside retreat with nearby walking and cycling opportunities.
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.
A detached cottage set in landscaped gardens near the Scottish harbour town of Kirkcudbright, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere ideal for couples or small families, with scenic views and easy access to outdoor activities.
Broughton House & Garden is an Edwardian home and studio dedicated to the artist E A Hornel, featuring original interiors, extensive art and Burns collections, and a distinctive Japanese-inspired garden with outdoor paths and river views.
Lime tree Cottage is a small modernised country cottage in a peaceful rural setting with lovely views and enclosed garden, suitable for families and pets, all on one ground floor with open plan living spaces and nearby scenic walks and attractions.
A detached former bothy cottage on the banks of the River Dryfe in Boreland offering a peaceful rural retreat with open plan living, a woodburner, and outdoor garden space.
This spacious detached property located just yards from Loch Ken offers a peaceful and homely setting with scenic waterside views, ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, including families seeking an easy and self-contained stay.
Anvil is a single-storey riverside ground floor apartment in a peaceful wooded valley setting, ideal for couples seeking tranquility and nature immersion.
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.
Stanwix Cottage is a historical cottage dating back to the 1650s, situated in a quiet area of Carlisle combining city accessibility with countryside proximity, offering a homely and spacious environment for families and groups.
Carlisle Castle is a medieval stone fortress in Carlisle, Cumbria, with over 930 years of history, featuring a museum of military life and managed by English Heritage. Visitors can explore both the historic interiors and extensive outdoor grounds including the city walls and battlements.
Dandy Lodge is a ground floor apartment situated in a historical Roman fort complex near Hadrian's Wall, Carlisle, and The Lake District, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere suitable for couples and nature lovers.
A detached single-storey beach house with direct beach access and panoramic coastal views, situated next to a golf course in a small coastal village, suitable for families and couples with pets and wheelchair access.
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.
Woodview is a detached holiday lodge located on the edge of Mabie Forest offering a peaceful and rural retreat with ground floor accommodation and private outdoor space, ideal for relaxation and outdoor activities.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This detached holiday cottage is situated near Caerlaverock Castle and the Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve within a national scenic area, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat surrounded by a secluded garden with a patio and garden furniture.
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.
This accommodation is a luxury barn conversion set in a rural Cumbrian location with open views over the Solway Coast, offering a peaceful and accessible retreat with family-friendly features and outdoor space.
A detached cottage set in a rural location with views over Dumfries and Galloway countryside, offering a cosy and romantic retreat for up to three guests with ground-floor accommodation and an open fire.
Capenoch is a mid-nineteenth-century Scottish baronial mansion designed by David Bryce, preserved as a time capsule of the period. It offers guided tours by appointment including group visits with catering and welcomes primary school educational visits.
An original 18th-century fisherman’s cottage with magnificent views over the Solway Estuary and countryside, set in a peaceful rural location with garden and wheelchair access.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Halliday Hill Cottage is a spacious rural cottage set in the Dumfriesshire countryside on an owner's farm, offering uninterrupted views over the Solway Firth towards the Cumbrian fells, with wheelchair access and a cosy open fire in the lounge.
Woodside is a newly built lodge designed for 4 guests with 2 bedrooms, situated in a rural area near Mabie Forest, offering a cosy and indulgent retreat with a private hot tub and outdoor decking area.
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.
The Byre is a barn conversion set in a rural location with open countryside views, offering a peaceful retreat with spacious and well-appointed accommodation including three bedrooms and outdoor garden space.
The Clachan Bothy is a charming detached holiday cottage in rural Newtonairds, Dumfries, renovated in 2024, with countryside views and a ground-floor layout featuring a living room with woodburner, kitchen, utility room, bedroom with super kingsize bed, and bathroom. It offers a lawned garden, bike store, private parking, and welcomes one dog.
This accommodation consists of bespoke log cabins located on the banks of Loch Ken offering a peaceful and stylish retreat with scenic water views, suitable for families and nature lovers.
A renovated country cottage set in a peaceful rural area with stunning views, featuring a spacious open-plan ground floor living area, private hot tub, enclosed garden, and modern facilities, suitable for families and wheelchair users.
This stone-built 18th-century cottage in Glenmidge offers a peaceful countryside setting with abundant wildlife and is well-suited for cyclists with nearby trails.
A ground floor annexe in the market town of Castle Douglas offering a peaceful and quiet setting with access to a variety of local amenities and outdoor activities.
A spacious town house in Lochmaben ideal for families or groups, featuring four bedrooms, enclosed garden, and convenient access to local walks and attractions in Dumfries and Galloway.
Lochmaben Castle is a ruined 14th century castle located in Lochmaben, Scotland, known for its strong historical defences and significant role in Scottish history with multiple sieges. It is preserved as a scheduled monument and open to the public.
A traditional granite barn conversion offering a peaceful, cosy retreat on a quiet working farm in Dumfries & Galloway with views over garden and countryside, close to walks and beaches.
Mersehead Nature Reserve is a coastal wetland reserve with diverse habitats including saltmarsh, mudflats, woodland and farmland, offering excellent birdwatching and wildlife experiences. It features accessible trails, a visitor centre with refreshments, a playground for children, and facilities for all visitors to enjoy a scenic outdoor nature experience.
Kilquhanity Cottage is a country cottage set in the peaceful countryside of Dumfries and Galloway with a single-story layout and a garden with scenic views, offering a tranquil retreat close to the market town of Castle Douglas.
Woodedge is a detached holiday lodge located on the edge of Mabie Forest, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with a private hot tub and access to outdoor activities.
A semi-detached cottage on the edge of a quiet village in Dumfries and Galloway offering a cosy and relaxed atmosphere with scenic countryside surroundings.
This is a semi-detached holiday cottage set on a small working farm in a tranquil and peaceful rural location near the Solway Coast and Galloway Forest Park, surrounded by natural grounds and wildlife.
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.
The Steading Cottage is a charming country cottage set in the grounds of a Georgian main house with open plan living on the ground floor and scenic views over the Nith Valley in a rural setting near Thornhill.
Burnside is a ground floor studio apartment in the quiet hamlet of Torthorwald, featuring a garden with a stream and conservatory, peacefully located near historical sites and natural attractions.
A ground-floor bungalow lodge with open-plan living spaces located in Moffat, suitable for families or groups, featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, onsite parking, Wi-Fi, and pet-friendly policies with nearby access to outdoor activities and local amenities.
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.
Townhead Mill is a restored 18th-century working mill set in the Dumfries and Galloway countryside, offering countryside views and a peaceful rural retreat with three bedrooms and family-friendly features.
This detached former dairy cottage, set on a small holding on the outskirts of a quiet village, offers a peaceful and homely retreat with scenic countryside views and easy access to local historical sites and outdoor activities.
South Cottage at Howpasley Farm Cottages offers a peaceful rural retreat in the Scottish Borders with natural surroundings and a traditional farmworkers' cottage layout.
This detached bungalow lodge is a homely ground-floor accommodation near Moffat suitable for families or groups, located in a scenic countryside area with easy access to outdoor activities and nearby towns.
A ground-floor detached bungalow lodge in a scenic countryside setting near Moffat, with an open plan living area and accommodation for six guests in three bedrooms.
A charming barn conversion located on a small working farm in a scenic rural area near Carlisle, offering a peaceful and homely retreat with private garden and modern amenities.
This ground floor detached bungalow lodge offers open plan living with three bedrooms accommodating six guests, located near Moffat town with peaceful countryside surroundings and easy access to outdoor activities and nearby cities.
Paxville is a bungalow on the outskirts of Gretna with rural views of the Solway Coast, offering a tranquil and comfortable setting surrounded by countryside and nature.
Castletown House is a Grade II listed historic mansion built in the Grecian style set within the Castletown Estate near Rockcliffe, Cumbria. Visitors can explore the house and grounds on an owner-led tour that includes refreshments and scenic views over the tidal Rockcliffe marshes. The house is open by appointment only and charges an entrance fee.
Criffel Lodge is a Scandinavian style lodge located in a tranquil and scenic rural area near Tongland in the River Dee Valley, surrounded by farmland and natural countryside.
MacLellan's Castle is a historic 16th-century Scottish tower house located in the centre of Kirkcudbright. Visitors can explore its distinctive L-plan architecture, including a great hall with a secret listening room, all managed by Historic Environment Scotland.
A beachfront holiday home on the Solway Coast with open-plan living, two bedrooms, and private parking, set within Southerness Holiday Park with scenic coastal views and convenient ground-floor access.
A detached coastal property on the Solway coast near Dumfries with ground floor open plan living, suitable for 6 guests with pet allowance, private parking, wheelchair access, and an enclosed garden, located 100 yards from a sandy beach and close to local amenities and nature reserves.
A family-friendly detached holiday lodge set in a tranquil woodland location near Kirkcudbright, offering countryside views and peaceful surroundings suitable for guests seeking a private retreat in nature.
A peaceful lodge located on a quiet coastal holiday park offering a spacious open-plan living area with bedrooms on the ground floor and an enclosed decking area, near the seaside village of Kippford.
Jura is a bright, elegantly decorated seaside cottage located in the coastal village of Southerness, surrounded by scenic countryside and near a sandy beach, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere on the ground floor with garden and private parking.
Woodend is a detached holiday lodge situated on the edge of Mabie Forest in a rural setting, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy nature and countryside exploration.
A spacious detached lodge set on a large garden in rural Cumbria offering peaceful countryside surroundings with open-plan living on the ground floor and private parking.
Trebor Cottage is a peaceful, romantic cottage set in countryside near Annan, with scenic views, private hot tub, and self-contained accommodations on the ground floor with enclosed garden.
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 Guards Quarters is a two-bedroom ground-floor bungalow in Silloth on the Solway Coast, offering a mix of modern comfort and historic character with easy access to beaches and coastal activities, suitable for families and small groups.
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.
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.
Prior Bank is a detached, tranquil cottage in the village of Canonbie, Dumfries and Galloway, offering river views and a peaceful indoor and outdoor setting surrounded by natural beauty and scenic walks.
The Curve at Caerlaverock Estate is an architect-designed eco-friendly lodge with stunning views over the Solway Estuary, offering a peaceful and private retreat with a woodburner and outdoor hot tub in a scenic coastal setting.
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.
Laird House is a beautiful countryside cottage situated on a family working beef farm in South West Scotland, offering stunning views over Annandale in a peaceful and rural setting with spacious ground floor living areas.
This accommodation is a historic former courthouse converted into a holiday home in Silloth, close to the town centre, promenade, beach, and golf course, offering a peaceful and family-friendly seaside retreat with scenic views across the Solway Firth.
Broomlands Cottage is a detached traditional cottage set in rural countryside near Beattock, offering a homely and peaceful base surrounded by natural scenic beauty and countryside walks.
Church Cottage is a ground floor apartment in a former church located in a quiet village near Gretna Green, ideal for exploring south-west Scotland and the Lake District, offering a homely and peaceful retreat with original features and a private courtyard.
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.
Brooksyde is a stylish detached house in the coastal village of Kippford featuring three bedrooms, a games room, enclosed garden with patio, and private parking, suitable for up to six guests and welcoming two pets with charges.
Orchardton Tower is a unique late 15th-century ruined cylindrical tower house near Palnackie in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Managed by Historic Environment Scotland, it stands as an important historic monument and distinctive example of tower house architecture.
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.
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.
A ground floor studio apartment located in a historical Roman fort site near Hadrian's Wall, offering easy access to regional attractions with on-site gym, bistro, and private parking, suitable for couples and outdoor enthusiasts.
The Moat House is a historic 19th-century property near Annan with spacious rooms and extensive accessibility features including wheelchair access, hoists, electric beds, and wet rooms, set in a peaceful environment with a sensory garden, patios, and children's play area. It is close to local amenities, castles, and outdoor activities.
This charming holiday cottage in Moffat is a cosy, self-contained ground floor retreat with a wood burner, garden access, and private parking, ideally situated for hill walking and exploring nearby natural attractions.