Cottages in Dumfries and Galloway

Cottages in Dumfries and Galloway

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Popular Cottages in Dumfries and Galloway

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.2

Cottage for 2 people, with garden

from £63 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.5

Cottage for 2 people, with lake view and garden

from £97 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

10.0

Cottage for 2 people

from £197 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.5

Cottage for 2 people

from £50 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.7

Cottage for 2 people, with pets

from £73 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.6

Cottage for 2 people, with garden

from £59 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.6

Cottage for 2 people

from £174 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

10.0

Cottage for 2 people, with terrace and pool

from £88 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.5

Cottage for 2 people, with pets

from £106 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

Cottage for 2 people, with garden

from £102 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

Cottage for 2 people, with garden

from £53 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.4

Cottage for 2 people, with garden

from £63 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.8

Cottage for 2 people, with garden

from £108 per night

Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway

Cottage for 2 people

from £66 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.0

Cottage for 2 people, with garden

from £122 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.4

Cottage for 3 people

from £80 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

10.0

Cottage for 3 people, with garden

from £50 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.1

Cottage for 3 people, with garden

from £70 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.2

Cottage for 2 people, with garden

from £63 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

8.9

Cottage for 2 people, with garden, with pets

from £41 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

9.8

Cottage for 2 people, with hot tub and garden as well as terrace, child-friendly

Free cancellation

from £85 per night

Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway

9.0

Cottage for 2 people, with garden

from £60 per night

Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands

Cottage for 3 people, with garden

from £54 per night

Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway

10.0

Cottage for 3 people

from £56 per night

Best Cottages in Dumfries and Galloway

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Cottage for 3 People in Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands
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Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands
Cottage • 3 Guests • 2 Bedrooms
10.0
(2 reviews)
A terraced cottage ideally located in the attractive fishing village of Isle of Whithorn on Scotland’s Dumfries and Galloway coast. Sitting right on the harbour side, this cottage is ideal for a couple or a family looking for a quiet coastal getaway. The ground floor has a spacious sitting room and a woodburning stove, with an attractive feature wall stripped back to the original stonework. The kitchen has a dining area and looks out over the rear and to the shore. There is also an area off the kitchen where bikes can be stored. The first floor has two bedrooms, a single at the rear overloo...
from £59 / night
Cottage for 3 People in Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands
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Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands
Cottage • 3 Guests • 2 Bedrooms
9.1
(9 reviews)
A delightful little cottage set in the heart of this popular village and close to the rugged coastline, the perfect base for exploring.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV, Woodburner Dining room. Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included.. Enclosed back garden with patio, sitting out area and garden furniture. Bike store. ...
from £47 / night
Cottage for 4 People in Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands
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Dumfries and Galloway, Lowlands
Cottage • 4 Guests • 2 Bedrooms
9.3
(6 reviews)
Gardener’s Cottage is a detached Victorian building situated within a 3000-acre estate providing the perfect base for your stay. Enjoy the wood burner and open fire, with feature bridge over stream in garden and many tourist attractions nearby.. Enjoying an idyllic situation on the 3000-acre Crofts Estate, surrounded by the Galloway Hills, these holiday cottages have enviable, dramatic views towards the Solway Firth and Cumbrian Hills beyond. Accessed along a private drive, and adjoining a cluster of well-maintained estate buildings, Stable Cottage (ref UUD) makes a romantic hideaway for tw...
from £104 / night

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Cottages in Dumfries and Galloway: Most popular destinations

    Highlights in Dumfries and Galloway

    • Diverse council of Scotland
    • Breathtaking natural scenarios on every corner
    • Historical, artistic and religious attractions
    • Marvellous shops and bars
    • Exquisite local produce

    Cottages in Dumfries and Galloway

    Vintage style and modern residences in all of the council's area

    Close to the coast on the town of Stranraer, right by the lakes of Crocketford or surrounded by the hills of Crossford, the cottages of Dumfries and Galloway are the perfect settlements to rent and live excellent new experiences in the wonderful country of Scotland. Presenting an astonishing variety of versatile properties, it won't matter if you want to enjoy a short weekend on the Lowlands or spend a full month exploring the council since every cottage in the area will adapt to your plan of stay to a tee. Take a look at all the spectacular options available in Holidu and spend that peaceful break or action-packed adventure you've wished for so long.

    Comfortable cottages available for all kinds of explorers

    Adaptable to any type of stay plan, Dumfries and Galloway cottages are the best residential options you will find available on the market. Spacious and equipped with the best amenities, these cottages will be the ideal places to experience those holidays with couples, families and friends that you have been longing for. Take a look at all the wonderful options Holidu has to offer and enjoy gardens full of beautiful flowers, great refreshing pools, soothing saunas and relaxing hot tubs that will make your stay in the Scottish council region a dream come true.

    Travellers and activities

    Dumfries and Galloway for museum lovers

    Housing exhibitions of all kinds of themes, Dumfries and Galloway's museums are interesting and educational attractions that tourists and holidaymakers should visit before heading home. Featuring an array of expositions that go from Victorian mousetrap collections to displays of animal skeletons and fossils, Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura is a marvellous attraction of the council that can't go under your radar this holiday. Variant and unique, the exhibitions of this tower-like structured museum will offer a day filled with beauty and knowledge to every single visitor that steps its floors. Other incredible options that you must also consider are the Museum of Lead Mining, Stewartry's Museum and Creetown Gem Rock Museum, which present different themes from each other but still guarantee interesting and entertaining experiences. Visit the museums of Dumfries and Galloway this holiday and learn facts and different bits of info in the most fun ways.

    Dumfries and Galloway for nature enthusiasts

    Comprising numerous countryside villages and seaside towns, the council of Dumfries and Galloway is a vast region where tourists can find magnificent sites full of nature and wildlife. Located right by the coast of Dalbeattie, the Mersehead Nature Reserve is a great attraction where to start a natural tour. Encompassing diverse habitats, such as wetland, beaches and woodland, this reserve is home to a wide range of flora and fauna specimens that will light everyone's day with their beauty and greatness. Alternatively, sites such as the Galloway Forest Park and Monreith's Animal World are excellent choices to visit and continue one's journey. Explore Scotland's parks and reserves this holiday season and connect with nature on a new level.

    Dumfries and Galloway was the location where the last two recorded trials for witchcraft occurred in Scotland. These persecutions were held on the second and third of May 1709, resulting in the exile and liberation of Elspeth Rule and Janet Hairstanes, respectively.

    Top 7 travel tips in Dumfries and Galloway

    1. Visit the historical landmarks of the area

    Scattered around the entire area of the council, Dumfries and Galloway's sites of historical interest are fantastic attractions not to be missed this holiday. Bringing grandeur and a sense of royalty to the council, castles and forts are structures that can be found repeatedly throughout the vast territory of Dumfries and Galloway, having the structures at Caerlaverock, Dunskey and Cardoness being some of the most beautiful options. Excellent alternatives that also should be considered are the Torhouse Stone Circle and the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse, which have stood the test of time for many years and can take tourists on exciting journeys into the past. Historic and versatile, Dumfries and Galloway landmarks are council attractions that will provide you with excellent new experiences and insights.

    2. Live an enlightening experience in Dumfries and Galloway religious grounds

    Visited for their beautiful structures, grandiose artwork and awe-inspiring masses, Dumfries and Galloway cathedrals, churches and religious grounds are council landmarks that every believer should visit. Scattered throughout the council, the finest examples in the region are Crichton Memorial Church, St Cuthberts Parish Church and St Andrew's Parish Church thanks to their fabulous architecture and enlightening services. Open to the public for a short tour or a unifying mass, the churches of Dumfries and Galloway are council sites that may be of interest to you.

    3. Join the community at the festivals of Dumfries and Galloway

    Bringing together the council community and tourists from all over the world, Dumfries and Galloway's festivals are fun and versatile Scottish events not to be missed during your stay. Categorized as the biggest events in the council, The Eden Festival promises entertainment for the whole family with music performances, dance performances, plays, re-enactments, activities and circus skills that will delight everyone, while the Knockengorroch Festival guarantees a culturally rich experience featuring Scottish music and dance performances aimed at preserving and celebrating Scotland's traditions and customs. Experience, admire and enjoy Scotland's culture, music and art in Dumfries and Galloway festivals and events.

    4. Explore the council's area with the paths and trails of Dumfries and Galloway

    Mostly featuring detailed walks around the council's historic attractions, the Dumfries and Galloway trails and routes are fabulous walks that tourists and holidaymakers can explore to learn a little more about the history and area of Scotland. Popular for their beautiful views and interesting stories, the best walks available are the Galloway Faerie Trail, where you can walk around fabulous council monuments, the Castle O'er Forest Path, where you can find great archaeological remains in a conifer forest, and the Historical & Covenanters Trail, where you walk along an ancient public road surrounded by archaeological sites from Roman times. Take a walk along the paths, routes and trails of Dumfries and Galloway and discover the beauty and history of Scotland in a fun and active way.

    5. Enjoy Dumfries and Galloway nightlife

    Offering welcoming atmospheres and friendly vibes, Dumfries and Galloway pubs and bars are the ideal places to enjoy a drink with friends while exploring the council. Known as the best establishments in their respective villages, towns and cities, The Globe Inn, Barend Bar, Craft Pub and The Galloway Bar are some options available that are not to be missed during your stay. Take advantage of the great range of drinks, delicious pub grubs, live music, themed nights and fabulous extras at the Inns of Dumfries and Galloway and enjoy unforgettable nights out with your loved ones.

    6. Enjoy sessions of retail therapy on Dumfries and Galloway shops and stores

    While you stay in the Dumfries and Galloway area, it is advisable to visit the following stores and centres to enjoy a little shopping spree this holiday season. Out of all the options, Gretna's Gateway Outlet Village is the best alternative in all the council, thanks to the mix of big-brand shops and family-run businesses that guarantee great items for all types of visitors and their styles. Additionally, some must-visit independent shops of the area include The Lighthouse Pottery, Kirkcudbright Farmers & Producers Market and Wigtown's Book Shop, where you'll find all kinds of great articles at the best prices. Visit Dumfries and Galloway shopping centres and independent shops and return home with suitcases full of great items.

    7. Be sure to try some of Dumfries and Galloway local produce

    One of the best ways to enjoy the authentic flavours of Dumfries and Galloway is to sample the original products and delicious produce. Presenting a sea of options, visitors will be able to sample exquisite sweet and savoury alternatives that will fully accommodate their current cravings. Out in the market, the best companies available are Barsolus Produce, which distributes fresh vegetables of all kinds, Galloway Smokehouse, which features the best variety of fish in the area, Irvings Homestyle Bakery, which offers the best traditional desserts, and Scotch Whisky, which produces the finest variety of whiskies in the area. Try the original products of Dumfries and Galloway and enjoy a holiday full of exquisite flavours this season.

    Information about cottages in Dumfries and Galloway

    🏡 Cottages available: 922 properties.
    💳 Discount available: up to -60%.
    🌙 Minimum price per night: from £34.
    ⭐ Most popular amenities: garden, Wi-Fi and barbecue.
    🐾 Pet-friendly: 593 properties.
    👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 For families: 5% of the properties.

    FAQs: Cottages in Dumfries and Galloway

    Which services are available at the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway?

    When looking at the facilities you can find on Holidu, it seems that the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway contain everything that holiday-makers wish for! Here, cottages generally offer a variety of facilities, the most popular being: garden (87%), Wi-Fi (72%), and balcony (27%)... Pretty cool!

    How do travellers usually rate cottages in Dumfries and Galloway?

    The cottages in this destination often receive many positive reviews. 35% of the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway have excellent reviews and an average rating of 4.5 stars!

    Are the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway child-friendly?

    According to information from last year, less than 10% of cottages in Dumfries and Galloway are suitable for holidays with children. Here, it will most likely be easier to book for a group of adults.

    Are the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway suitable for travellers and their pets?

    Certainly! In Dumfries and Galloway, 59% of the cottages accept pets, and 87% also have a garden!

    Do the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway often have an internet connection?

    Yes! According to Holidu's database, 72% of cottages in Dumfries and Galloway have an internet connection. This means that you will be able to stay connected during your stay!

    How much do guests usually expect to pay for cottages in Dumfries and Galloway?

    A high percentage of cottages in Dumfries and Galloway (92%) cost less than £100 a night. This is the ideal destination for reserving a budget-friendly cottage!

    Do the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway generally have a fireplace or a swimming pool?

    It's quite uncommon. Judging by last year's information, most of the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway don't have one.

    Are the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway suitable for stays in large groups or better for a weekend break as a couple?

    Judging by information from Holidu, 86% of cottages welcome small groups of up to four people. Approximately 87% of the cottages here include at least two separate bedrooms. Dumfries and Galloway is the ideal destination for going in a small group on holiday!

    Are you able to enjoy a beautiful view and spend time outside at the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway?

    27% of cottages have a balcony or terrace, and 0% have a view. However, it is not very common, so availability can be limited. If this is a priority for you, you should start your research early. Also, don't forget to use the filters to be sure to find the cottage of your dreams. However, 87% of cottages in Dumfries and Galloway have gardens, where you can enjoy the outdoors.

    If you are dreaming of a getaway to Dumfries and Galloway, what time of year is the best time to do it?

    Judging by the amenities at the cottages in Dumfries and Galloway, it is an ideal destination to enjoy at any time of the year. This is because there is a wide range of properties and services. Therefore, you will be able to enjoy Dumfries and Galloway in comfort all year round.