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Boreland Farm

Relax in the welcoming, warm and friendly environment of Boreland Farm featuring its traditionally-built, nineteenth century farmhouse, set in the rolling countryside of Dumfriesshire, 12 kilometers North of Dumfries town. You can expect a choice of household, double, twin, and single, en-suite rooms (all restrooms have both shower and bath). Each of the roomy spaces have main heating, tea and coffee facilities, a colour television, a DVD player - with a selection of films available and WiFi internet that is free access. Well-behaved animals are welcome inside your home or kenneling is available for working dogs outside.Ample parking that is personal available.Breakfast is served at any given time of one's option. Comprehensive prepared breakfast that is scottish most of the trimmings or one of the tasty lighter alternatives.Set in 365 acres of rolling farmland, there clearly was plenty to help keep all the family entertained. Cycling in the region or walk the farmland, or invest the fishing on the River Cairn (whenever in season) - it runs through the farm therefore it is totally free to fish time. At Boreland Farm you're also ideally situated near the market that is historic of Dumfries and all its attractions. The village of Moniaive is only 5 kilometers away and offers a range of eating places in the evening. The world-class 7stanes mountain cycling centres, Ae Forest , Mabie Forest and Dalbeattie, are all within easy reach and many challenging tennis courses may also be discovered nearby in the event that you enjoy mountain cycling.

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Friars Carse Country House Hotel

The resort is situated regarding the banking institutions associated with River Nith and boasts stunning views for the Dumfries & Galloway countryside, yet is only 7 kilometers away from the centre of Dumfries. All 21 suite that is en are of top quality and also have tea and coffee facilities, TVs, DVD players and free Wi-Fi internet access. Spoil yourself with room solution or visit the hotel's Whistle Restaurant, making many regarding the exceptional local ingredients in its menu and has an wine that is considerable hotel now offers guests the ability of residing in the recently refurbished holiday cottages that are situated within the grounds and rest two to four individuals. Each appealing cottage is fully equipped for self-catering with a kitchen that is roomy lounge, dining area and patio. Get some great produce that is local prepare your own meals in the cottage and take advantageous asset of the restaurant for a sumptuous dinner.Make the most of the gorgeous location and mind outside to walk alongside the River Nith which runs through the causes. The hotel provides guests a mile of private fishing for sea trout, salmon and grayling while shooting and golfing are also available nearby throughout the fishing season. You can play a round of golf on some of the brilliant courses in the area, immerse some history up at nearby Ellisland Farm where Robert Burns published Auld Lang Syne, or take a trip to your historic towns of Dumfries and Gretna Green.

Viewforth - Pet friendly accommodation

 Set in two an acre of its ground on a road that is peaceful the historic Royal Burgh of Sanquhar, Dumfries and Galloway, Viewforth is ideally situated for exploring south and central Scotland. The Glasgow that is primary to railway stops at Sanquhar place making the cottage perfect for getaway makers without an automobile. Simply from the Southern Upland Method and surrounded by gorgeous countryside, the cottage is fantastic for walkers. The River Nith, an trout that is excellent salmon fishing river, flows just a couple of hundred yards through the cottage. Fishing allows could be arranged locally.  Viewforth is pet friendly, we welcome guest with dogs. Outside is an enclosed garden and also a field that is large ideal for playing and workout. There are several lovely walks round the city, along the river or off to the hills.

Mid Crossleys Cottage

Recently refurbished two room (one kingsize bed or could be changed into double beds and another room that is double with home, family room and restroom, all linen and towels offered. Toiletries provided. Protected yard that is private. Personal parking. Short stays welcome, any real wide range of evenings.

The Nook

Accommodation: 1 room,£1 dual, 1 couch that is doublesleeps 4) Set within stunning countryside into the heart associated with Glenkens plus the Galloway Hills, Bartaggart Farm offers two self providing holiday cottages included in the current steading transformation, which includes been performed sympathetically to blend in to the surroundings. This is the location that is ideal an outdoor holiday with super walks, bridal paths and is also in close proximity to Loch Ken where there was a hive of activity. A chance can be had by you at all types of water sports, archery, quad cycling and a lot more. The 7 Stanes top notch hill bicycle trails are within driving distance at Glentrool, Kirroughtree, Ae, Dalbeattie and Mabie - scotlands paradise that is biking. But this setting that is remote also ideal for a peaceful holiday to have away from the hustle and bustle of each and every time life. Enjoy some of this darkest skies in Europe and decide to try a little bit of star gazing. Wildlife enthusiasts is going to be spoilt for option from The Red Kite Trail and Red Deer Range to Osprey watching at Wigtown (Scotlands Book Town) and Ken-Dee marshes nature book. A contemporary arts and visitor centre which features a year round programme of theater, music, comedy, storytelling, workshops, exhibitions and film nearby New Galloway offers shops, restaurants and The Catstrand. This recently converted white vacation cottage forming part of the steading sleeps two guests into the comfortable and bright dual bedroom and two more, if required in the double settee sleep into the lounge that is roomy. The dining/kitchen that is contemporary white units, is extremely well built with an electric oven and grill, microwave and washer and has now the lovely views to the backside associated with home. French doors through the lounge simply take you to the garden that is lawned you can relax and enjoy great views of the surrounding hills. Additionally Smithysleeps that is availableThe 2+2).  A ramp to your entry way which goes into the dining/kitchen that is modern washing machine, electric range & grill, microwave and window with views to the back. The lounge that is roomy a double settee sleep and French doorways to the garden. The bedroom that is twice off the lounge and then towards the restroom. Centrally heated.

Dumfries and Galloway is hailed as 'Scotland's Best Kept Secret' and Scaurbridge home, just outside the village of Penpont, Thornhill, is precisely that. Neighborhood destinations include Dumfries home (30 kilometers) the exciting new Annandale distillery (20 kilometers) and Scotland town that is higgest Wanlock Head are all withineasy reach of Scaubridge house. The bike had been designed a mile from many hill bikers to her house and cyclists enjoying the endless and wonderful tracks nearby.  Awareness of information and the warmest of greets makes sticking to Elizabeth Ann Hughes a experience that is wonderful. Your house is beautifully furnished and decorated therefore the garden is a haven of relaxed and peace. Sit during the table next to the seafood that is little watching the interesting birds which visit. You may possibly see one of many unusual red squirrels which scuttle across the dry rock walls on their way to collect cones through the old Scots Pine if you are extremely peaceful, and incredibly fortunate.  Drumlanrig Castle is nearby, select a walk that is lovely any direction and you may run into a sculpture by the world famous artist Andy Goldsworthy whom lives in your community. Wander through Thornhill's tree lined avenues and enjoy bijou fish or shopping in the Nith, 2 kilometers away. Southerness Golf course and Troon arewithin an full hours drive. Shooting, walking and cycling can nearby be arranged. The area draws music artists and craftspersons who will be happy to welcome you to definitely their studios.  Right back at Scaurbridge home, start a wonderful breakfast to your day of good fresh fruit, yoghurt, cereals, local bacon, sausages, black colored pudding or maybe some locally smoked salmon with creamy scrambled eggs. Finish with Galloway oatcakes, local honey, fresh, hot, home made scones, and homemade jams.d homemade jams.  Anything you decide, Elizabeth Ann will likely be pleased to tailor your stay to your requirements and desires in order to make the ability an one that is memorable!

If you prefer delving deep into history, taking in the tradition that is best, exploring beautiful countryside or adrenaline-fuelled hill cycling you are going to love on a daily basis at Drumlanrig Castle. From activities for kids to salmon fishing, you shall find a raft of activity waiting for you. The Castle has 120 spaces, 17 turrets and four towers and from your 1st look you will be aware you are entering a world of grandeur and elegance.You'll discover art by Rembrandt and Gainsborough amid the furnishing that is finest and collectibles. The 90,000 acre Estate has miles of breathtaking walks and acres of elegant gardens. Establish yourself down among the championship hill biking trails, or connect yourself a salmon, fishing in the river. Activities for kids include everything from an adventure playground to wildlife that is ranger-led and an entire host of events.The Castle could be the stunning Dumfrieshire seat associated with Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry and additionally they hope you will find it as inspiring as they are doing.

One Of Britain’s Grandest Castles

If you like delving deep into history, soaking up the finest culture or exploring beautiful countryside, you’ll love a day at Drumlanrig Castle.

Drumlanrig Castle

Love literature? Follow in the footsteps of this nationwide Bard Robert Burns and check out his countryside home - Ellisland. Explore the century that is 18th that the author designed for himself and his household in rural Dumfries. That's where classic poems such as Auld Lang Syne and Tam o' Shanter had been written.If you enjoy spending some time exploring the truly amazing outdoors, ensure you've prepared in sufficient time to find the farmyard that is beautiful of Ellisland Museum and Farm. From using a stroll by the riverside to marvelling the orchard that is stunning you'll have a great amount of possibilities to enjoy the nature that inspired Burns' writing. Don't lose out on the Ellisland Museum and Farm household activity! From task tracks to savor with your young ones, to tasks which are hands-on occasions at weekends and through the school holidays - you'll always find something exciting to help keep you coming back.

Home, as built by Robert Burns

Welcome to Ellisland Farm, the house that was built by Robert Burns in 1788 as his home and to bring his family together for the first time.

Ellisland Museum and Farm

Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum informs of life within the past in Sanquhar. Find the prison that is tolbooth see just what life had been like for the crooks of Sanquhar.There may also be displays of life in the home and work and life in the neighborhood together with museum is just later on from Lorimer Park in which the young ones can blow the cobwebs away too.

Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum

Museum of Lead Mining, also known as Hidden Treasures, occur the picturesque town of Wanlockhead (the greatest town in Scotland), is a wonderful solution to learn about lead mining within the eighteenth century, and experience the excitement of going underground!Make the right path over the village paths to 2 miners cottages that demonstrate just how miners actually lived, take a trip into Lochnell Mine to learn how the miners worked, and learn all about the beam machines that used to pump the water out when the mines became too deep to drain from gravity alone!Within the Visitor Centre there was stroll through exhibition, which tells the story of how lead ore had been won at the face, while the processes it had to become the lead products which is know today. Right here you will observe the apparatus that varies pumps employed by the miners to win the ore and keep carefully the water levels down.Also on display are some of the very spectacular minerals based in the Lowther Hills, an area that accounts for 1% of all of the known minerals these days! You can look for concealed gold your self during July and August each year by trying your fortune at Gold Panning, with the aid of friendly and guides which can be enthusiastic. The Museum is unique in Scotland since it may be the only lead that is former ready to accept the general public.

Only Underground Mine Tour in Scotland

Explore our 300 year old mine - the only underground mine tour in Scotland.

Museum of Lead Mining

At The Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway you can travel to Scotland's highest villages and luxuriate in a run using the measure that is slim which runs from Leadhills to Wanlockhead. Britain's adhesion railway that is highest, reaching 1498ft above sea degree!Plus, explore the lead mining museum at Wanlockhead and also the oldest membership collection at Leadhills. Marvel at the skills associated with lead miners who dug their shafts to below ocean level and excavated miles of tunnels in their seek out the lead ore while the silver it included.

Welcome to Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway

Welcome to Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway. Britain's Highest Adhesion Railway

Scaurbridge House

Penpont, Thornhill, Dumfries And Galloway DG3 4LX, Scotland

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Viewforth - Pet friendly accommodation

Mid Crossleys Cottage

The Nook

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