Self Catering Cottages - 68 available in Dumfries and Galloway

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Price: £ 273 - £ 595

Fishing On Site • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly • Easy Walking Access

Set in the rural heartland of Dumfries and Galloway on a stunningly beautiful 650 acre estate these delightful cottages have been tastefully converted from various farm buildings to provide comfortable accommodation in a wonderful location. As well as enjoying splendid views of hills and countryside visitors to the cottages enjoy access to a grass tennis court croquet and fishing on the River Tarff. Farm tours walks wildlfe and coffee shop facilities are all available at the new Barstobrick Activity Centre on the estate. The local area has plenty to offer including horse riding and many good fishing spots nearby and several golf courses locally. Within 5 miles are the lovely safe sandy beaches of the Solway coast and at Loch Ken (10 miles) there is a superb watersports centre offering sailing windsurfing canoeing and water skiing. Nearest shop and pub is 3 miles away.

Price: £ 217 - £ 411

Enclosed Garden • Pub Close By • Fishing On Site • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Set in 45 acres of beautiful countryside and woodlands surrounding the Friars Carse Hotel these three very comfortable cottages enjoy all the gorgeous views peace and seclusion their location affords yet are just a two minute stroll from the hotel's bar restaurant and panelled snooker room. Running through the estate is a private mile long stretch of the River Nith where salmon sea trout brown trout and grayling may be caught in season and the lovely formal gardens are a delightful spot for a gentle stroll whilst the wider grounds provides plenty of scope for more energetic rambles. Shooting and golf are available nearby and can be arranged in advance through the hotel.

The Solway coastal area offers excellent opportunities for outdoor pursuits including mountain biking cycling and wild life spotting as well as glorious beaches and a host of visitor attractions. Art lovers should head to the world renowned collection at Drumlanrig Castle and a trip to Threave Castle on its island in the River Dee is a must. At Dumfries (6 miles) visitors will find a good selection of shops an indoor swimming pool and sports centre whilst Castle Douglas boasts a great choice of local produce and speciality food shops. Ellisland Farm (8 miles) former home of the poet Robert Burns is where he wrote Auld Lang Syne and closer to hand Friars Carse has its own Burns Hermitage. Shop 1 mile.

Price: £ 353 - £ 791

Detached • Non Smoking • Pub Close By • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Short Break • Pet Friendly

This cosy timber lodge sits in a little countryside park just ½ mile from a sandy beach on the fabulous Solway coastline. Set among similar properties with plenty of open spaces it enjoys wonderful uninterrupted views over a small fishing loch whose open waters attract various wildlife species. Coastal Rockcliffe Kippford Castle Douglas Threave (NTS) Loch Ken and RSPB reserves are all within easy reach. Fishing pony trekking cycle hire and excellent walking are available nearby. Bar restaurant on site village shop 3 miles. The town of Dalbeattie is 7 miles and retail parks are in Dumfries 20 miles.

Price: £ 273 - £ 595

Detached • Fishing On Site • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Set in the rural heartland of Dumfries and Galloway on a stunningly beautiful 650 acre estate these delightful cottages have been tastefully converted from various farm buildings to provide comfortable accommodation in a wonderful location. As well as enjoying splendid views of hills and countryside visitors to the cottages enjoy access to a grass tennis court croquet and fishing on the River Tarff. Farm tours walks wildlfe and coffee shop facilities are all available at the new Barstobrick Activity Centre on the estate. The local area has plenty to offer including horse riding and many good fishing spots nearby and several golf courses locally. Within 5 miles are the lovely safe sandy beaches of the Solway coast and at Loch Ken (10 miles) there is a superb watersports centre offering sailing windsurfing canoeing and water skiing. Nearest shop and pub is 3 miles away.

Price: £ 291 - £ 566

Non Smoking • Pub Close By • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Commanding superb uninterrupted views across the Solway Firth to the Cumbrian mountains this Victorian mid row cottage (left of left photograph) offers a peaceful seaside retreat just two minutes' walk from a sandy beach (pictured). Ideally located for honeymooners it sits only 20 minutes from Gretna Green on a stretch of coastline characterised by wide expanses of mudflats attracting wild geese and a great variety of seabirds. An RSPB reserve lies close by and picturesque Powfoot village boasts a challenging 18 hole links golf course and hotel whilst the local area's quiet roads form part of the main cycle route in Dumfriesshire. Dumfries itself lies just 14 miles away and here the visitor will find good shops an indoor swimming pool and the Burns Heritage Trail. Bar and restaurant ½ mile; shops 3½ miles.

Price: £ 497 - £ 955

Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Multi Bath Shower • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Surrounded by hills and fells in the heart of the Borders and just 5 miles from the quaint Scottish town of Langholm this Victorian schoolhouse offers superb walking from the doorstep. Retaining many original features it makes a very comfortable year round retreat with immediate access to the scenic historic Borders route to Edinburgh. Riding a sports centre the Langholm Walks and Buccleuch Theatre are nearby. Shops and pubs 5 miles.

Price: £ 273 - £ 595

Fishing On Site • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Wheelchair Access • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Set in the rural heartland of Dumfries and Galloway on a stunningly beautiful 650 acre estate these delightful cottages have been tastefully converted from various farm buildings to provide comfortable accommodation in a wonderful location. As well as enjoying splendid views of hills and countryside visitors to the cottages enjoy access to a grass tennis court croquet and fishing on the River Tarff. Farm tours walks wildlfe and coffee shop facilities are all available at the new Barstobrick Activity Centre on the estate. The local area has plenty to offer including horse riding and many good fishing spots nearby and several golf courses locally. Within 5 miles are the lovely safe sandy beaches of the Solway coast and at Loch Ken (10 miles) there is a superb watersports centre offering sailing windsurfing canoeing and water skiing. Nearest shop and pub is 3 miles away.

Price: £ 291 - £ 566

Multi Bath Shower • Pub Close By • Fishing On Site • Short Break • Pet Friendly • Easy Walking Access

Set in 45 acres of beautiful countryside and woodlands surrounding the Friars Carse Hotel these three very comfortable cottages enjoy all the gorgeous views peace and seclusion their location affords yet are just a two minute stroll from the hotel's bar restaurant and panelled snooker room. Running through the estate is a private mile long stretch of the River Nith where salmon sea trout brown trout and grayling may be caught in season and the lovely formal gardens are a delightful spot for a gentle stroll whilst the wider grounds provides plenty of scope for more energetic rambles. Shooting and golf are available nearby and can be arranged in advance through the hotel.

The Solway coastal area offers excellent opportunities for outdoor pursuits including mountain biking cycling and wild life spotting as well as glorious beaches and a host of visitor attractions. Art lovers should head to the world renowned collection at Drumlanrig Castle and a trip to Threave Castle on its island in the River Dee is a must. At Dumfries (6 miles) visitors will find a good selection of shops an indoor swimming pool and sports centre whilst Castle Douglas boasts a great choice of local produce and speciality food shops. Ellisland Farm (8 miles) former home of the poet Robert Burns is where he wrote Auld Lang Syne and closer to hand Friars Carse has its own Burns Hermitage. Shop 1 mile.

Price: £ 240 - £370

• Non Smoking • Fishing on site or near by • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Has a Garden •

Dumbretton Farm Cottages are a collection of three self catering holiday properties nestled within a 400 acre dairy and beef farm within the quiet backwater of Dumbretton Farm, which is situated close to Annan. Each of the cottages is tastefully decorated and well furnished throughout and command beautiful countryside views towards Cumbria. The accommodation in The Loft is over two floors. The owner also has an activity toys company and the play equipment is displayed in the adjoining garden for children to enjoy. For the entertainment of adults and older children there is the shared use of a games room with darts, table tennis, a pool table and a football table. Dumbretton is located only 3.5 miles from Annan and although this is a truly rural and tranquil spot the M74 is a mere 3 miles away giving easy access to travel north to Glasgow or explore this lovely part of Southern Scotland and even Cumbria! The popular market town of Dumfries is 20 miles west and the surrounding area has so much to offer. Ramblers will admire the panoramic vistas and cyclists will enjoy the highly acclaimed 7Stanes mountain bike trails. Discover features such as 'Jacob's Ladder, 'Rab's Slippy One' and 'The Twister'. Golfers are well catered for with 29 courses to choose from and there are ample opportunities for loch and river fishing. With over 200 miles of coastline to discover you are never far from a stretch of golden sand and hidden coves interspersed with rock pools making Dumbretton Farm Cottages an excellent choice for the gathering of family and friends. Haste ye back!

Price: £ 310 - £595

• More than one bathroom or shower room • Non Smoking • Beach close by • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Has a Garden •

Because of its remoteness the Galloway Forest Park has been awarded the status of being one of only four Dark Sky Parks in the western world and so nowhere else in Europe can you stand in awe and amazement and see shooting stars and the Milky Way. There are over 200 miles of coastline from rugged cliff tops to sandy beaches often empty of all but a few oyster catchers. If you are lucky you may spot dolphins, minke whales and otters. As you can imagine from an area largely surrounded by the sea we have a good selection of seafood on offer. The public gardens here are a testament to our climate and never more in evidence than at Logan Botanic Gardens where plants from the South Seas flourish thanks to our coast being kissed by the Gulf Stream. The lovely little harbour town of Kirkcudbright is known as the Artists Town and when you visit the historic High Street with its brightly painted houses and secret pends and wynds it is easy to see why. The town has long associations as a colony for artists and is often compared with St Ives and Newlyn. At whatever time of the year you choose to visit there is generally something going on from the highly acclaimed Spring Fling, colourful jazz festivals, the Kirkcudbright Tattoo, the Country and Western Music Festival to the Wickerman Festival. Not forgetting the various events at Wigtown, Scotlands National Book Town and Castle Douglas, the designated Food Town.

Price: £ 218- £777

Kirkcudbright offers an ideal destination for a relaxing family holiday, and The Townhouse is the perfect base from which to explore the area. The property is a sympathetically restored and renovated Georgian townhouse dating from 1801 which has been decorated to a high standard with a bespoke country kitchen with marble worktops and beautiful bedrooms with king size beds. The Townhouse is located in the centre of Kirkcudbright, on the beautiful north Solway shore. Many original features remain in this delightful holiday home, including fireplaces in the sitting room and bedroom, original polished timber floors throughout and a staircase with exposed beams. The pretty harbour with its selection of shops, cafes and pubs, and walking or cycling opportunities are on your doorstep.

This historic town is situated on the north Solway Shore on the banks of the tidal waters of the River Dee. Kirkudbright’s harbour is still active today, and the fishing trade has always supported the town. The picturesque town centre is characterised by wide streets and pretty pastel coloured houses, as well as the fascinating ruined McLellan's Castle. Historical attractions worth a visit include the Stewartry Museum and its permanent exhibition of objects representing the history of life on the Solway coast. Known as the artists' town since the late nineteenth century and a wonderful selection of art galleries, crafts, and antique shops still thrive here today.

Price: £ 240 - £370

• Non Smoking • Fishing on site or near by • Romantic Break • Beach close by • Easy Walking Access • Pub close to cottage • Pets allowed • Parking Available •

There is so much to do here that you will want to follow our good advice and 'Haste ye back'. The Old Brewery Brae Store is a delightful listed building dating back to the 18th century. Gatehouse of Fleet is a pretty wee toon and Brewery Brae Store is centrally located off the high street allowing easy access to the many facilities on offer. Why do people keep coming back to the area Gatehouse of Fleet is set in the midst of a national scenic area close to a magnificent coastline and surrounded by hills and forests. Couple that with a mild south west climate and at least a dozen sandy beaches close by and you will never want to leave! There are castles galore from the magnificent Drumlanrig to the romantic Threave Castle where you have to ring a bell for the custodian to row you across the water! The River Fleet offers some fine fishing for sea trout and salmon and for those who prefer to purchase their fish there is an abundance of choice. For a really good selection of local food from this land of milk and honey a visit to the renowned food town, Castle Douglas is highly recommended. The Cream of Galloway offers the most delicious organic ice cream in so many mouth watering flavours. The ice cream parlour leads through to a brilliant adventure playground built for all to play. There are also nature trails, a dog walk and cycle tracks and all set in stunning surroundings. An event not to be missed is the Gatehouse Gala which is held annually in the last week of July. Starting on Sunday with the Grand Opening and Crowning of the Gala Queen, a week follows crammed with fun and activities including a mini Tattoo followed by a fabulous Torchlight Procession (over 1000 torches) culminating in Gala Saturday with the Grand Parade and an afternoon of fun and entertainment. For mountain biking fans there is a choice of the world renowned 7 Stanes sites where some serious mountain biking is to be experienced. Walkers have the challenging Galloway Hills devoid of people but shared with buzzards and deer. 'Haste ye back'.Property has gas central heating.

Price: £ 220 - £325

• More than one bathroom or shower room • Non Smoking • Fire or Woodburner • Pub close to cottage • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Has a Garden •

Pieces of 8 is a charming mid terraced cottage set in the pretty little village of Palnackie in the heart of Galloway. The accommodation is spread over three floors and is immaculately presented throughout with a cosy open fire in the lounge making this cottage a suitable choice regardless of the season. The name of the cottage is apposite as this area was notorious for its smuggling connections. Never more so than at nearby Balcary where the hotel was riddled with holes for secreting the contraband. Walter Scott wrote of the area that Few people take more enthusiastically to the 'free-trade' than the men of the Solway Coast Take assurance that your Welcome Pack will be quite legal!The property has electric storage heaters.

Price: £ 325- £957

This modern, well-presented cottage is a detached building in the small coastal village of Southerness. Well equipped and furnished to a high standard throughout, the property offers comfortable rooms. These include two double and two twin bedrooms, a fitted kitchen and a lounge with dining area. Patio doors open out onto the large decked area, with wonderful views over the Solway Firth and the large cottage garden. With off-road parking for up to three cars, this is an excellent place for a break with extended family or with friends.

Established in the late 18th century, the village of Southerness looks out over the Solway Firth and forms part of the Colvend coast. Home to two pubs and a village store, the seaside village also boasts two miles of sandy beaches with dunes, rock pools and warm Gulf Stream waters, as well as one of the oldest lighthouses in Scotland. Built in 1748, this beacon was one of the first in the country. Nearby Criffel Hill is an impressive 569m tall and offers varied walks with wonderful views of the farmland and the sands of the Nith Estuary. The Southerness Championship Golf Course is definitely worth playing for its panoramic views of the Solway Firth, the Cumbrian Lake District and the Galloway Hills.

Price: £ 250 - £380

• Non Smoking • Fishing on site or near by • Easy Walking Access • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Golf near by • Has a Garden •

Set amidst 36 acres of organic pasture land this pair of cottages each offer a cosy retreat for couples. Once a stable for working farm horses, Stable cottage enjoys a beautiful rural location on a small farm yet is only 7 miles from the country town of Dumfries, the main centre of the region. There is so much to see on the farm with 3 acres of woodland and an abundance of wild birds as well as free range hens, geese, rheas and pedigree Galloway cattle and sheep in abundance and the owners are developing a wetland area. A skein of barnacle geese regularly fly over the farm to the nearby estuary. For history lovers there are battle sites, stone circles, abbeys, imposing castles and round towers to explore. The area is a haven for artists inspired by the landscape and attracted by the quality of light. For great mountain biking, the acclaimed 7 Stanes at Mabie forest is virtually on the doorstep and for the less adventurous there are attractive forest walks. The stunning Colvend Coast is less than 30 minutes drive; the artists' town of Kirkcudbright is to the west; an abundance of fishing opportunities and a superb choice of golf courses including a championship links course at Southerness and of course, some superb hill and coastal walks. The award winning Loch Arthur farm shop is only a mile from the cottage and has an excellent range of organic cheeses and fruit, vegetables, meat, eggs and freshly baked breads.