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The perfect little getaway to base yourself whilst exploring the stunning Solway Coast.
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 3
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Whinnyhill, near Dumfries
- Mabie Forest Park12 min drive
- Dumfries Ice Bowl16 min drive
- Caerlaverock Castle27 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The perfect little getaway to base yourself whilst exploring the stunning Solway Coast.
The perfect little getaway to base yourself whilst exploring the stunning Solway Coast.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed sitting-out area with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Keeper’s Cottage is a cosy little cottage adjacent to the owner’s home on a smallholding in a wonderful rural location. Cosy and welcoming, it has a delightful living room with large wood burner, perfect for those chillier evenings. The dining room opens onto the well-equipped kitchen. The bedrooms are on the first floor as well as a family bathroom and the added advantage of a downstairs shower room. It’s the perfect little bolt hole to enjoy either a few days or a week exploring the wonderful countryside.
There is a huge variety of attractions to keep your occupied nearby. Walk along quiet country lanes you can immerse yourself or walk round Kirkconnell Flow Nature Reserve an impressive example of an ancient, raised bog, one of the most threatened habitats in the world. Just over a mile from Mabie Forest you enjoy a variety of activities including many and varied walking trails and some of the world-class 7Stanes mountain biking trails including some great singletrack, downhill and uphill. Mabie also boasts some fantastic blue and green trails for beginners, and the ever-popular Phoenix Trail is 12 miles of hugely enjoyable red-grade trails for the more experienced rider. Experts are catered for, too, with the Dark Side Northshore mountain bike trail. All this can be enjoyed only a stone’s throw away from Keeper’s Cottage!
Further afield, this beautiful area of southwest Scotland has so much more to offer, from quiet sandy coves and cliff top walks to the many castles, such as Caerlaverock and Drumlanrig. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, the area has plenty of beautiful gardens to visit, including Threave Gardens, managed by the National Trust and Logan Botanic Gardens, Scotland’s most exotic garden. A stay here would not be complete without taking a drive along the coast and a wander round the little seaside villages of Southerness, Rockcliffe and Kippford. Beach 10 miles.
Free WiFi
Letting licence no.: DG00727F
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed sitting-out area with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Keeper’s Cottage is a cosy little cottage adjacent to the owner’s home on a smallholding in a wonderful rural location. Cosy and welcoming, it has a delightful living room with large wood burner, perfect for those chillier evenings. The dining room opens onto the well-equipped kitchen. The bedrooms are on the first floor as well as a family bathroom and the added advantage of a downstairs shower room. It’s the perfect little bolt hole to enjoy either a few days or a week exploring the wonderful countryside.
There is a huge variety of attractions to keep your occupied nearby. Walk along quiet country lanes you can immerse yourself or walk round Kirkconnell Flow Nature Reserve an impressive example of an ancient, raised bog, one of the most threatened habitats in the world. Just over a mile from Mabie Forest you enjoy a variety of activities including many and varied walking trails and some of the world-class 7Stanes mountain biking trails including some great singletrack, downhill and uphill. Mabie also boasts some fantastic blue and green trails for beginners, and the ever-popular Phoenix Trail is 12 miles of hugely enjoyable red-grade trails for the more experienced rider. Experts are catered for, too, with the Dark Side Northshore mountain bike trail. All this can be enjoyed only a stone’s throw away from Keeper’s Cottage!
Further afield, this beautiful area of southwest Scotland has so much more to offer, from quiet sandy coves and cliff top walks to the many castles, such as Caerlaverock and Drumlanrig. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, the area has plenty of beautiful gardens to visit, including Threave Gardens, managed by the National Trust and Logan Botanic Gardens, Scotland’s most exotic garden. A stay here would not be complete without taking a drive along the coast and a wander round the little seaside villages of Southerness, Rockcliffe and Kippford. Beach 10 miles.
Free WiFi
Letting licence no.: DG00727F
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Languages
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Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Golf view
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Dumfries
Located in Dumfries, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. 7stanes - Mabie and Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mabie Forest Park and Blackwood Loch. Dumfries Ice Bowl and Dalscone Farm Fun are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.

Whinnyhill, near Dumfries
What's nearby
- Mabie Forest Park - 12 min drive - 5.7 km
- Dumfries Ice Bowl - 16 min drive - 10.7 km
- Dalscone Farm Fun - 19 min drive - 14.4 km
- Caerlaverock Wetland Centre - 27 min drive - 24.4 km
- Caerlaverock Castle - 27 min drive - 23.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Hitching Post - 17 min drive
- Coach & Horses Inn - 16 min drive
- The Frothy Bike Co - 15 min drive
- Domino's Pizza - 15 min drive
- The Jolly Harvester - 18 min drive
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