Pet Friendly Holidays Dumfries and Galloway

Situated on the north west coast of the beautiful Rhins of Galloway peninsula, 3 miles from Stranraer, this stunning detached property, with a private hot tub, enjoys panoramic views over the rolling countryside and across Lochryan Bay. Ferries pass daily on the 90-minute crossing from Stranraer’s ferry port. Visit Dally Bay where seals and porpoises can be spotted. Walk down to the sea to the shore on Loch Ryan and around Wig Bay and The Scar – a circular walk along Loch Ryan shoreline and back into the village of Kirkcolm. The Scar, a sandbank which juts out into Loch Ryan, is home to one of the largest colonies of nesting migrant terns in the region. From a historical perspective, during the Second World War, Wig Bay was used as a base for the flying Catalina boats – evidence can be seen of this on a walk along the bay. The Galloway coastline offers an abundance of sandy beaches and rocky coves to explore. Walking, golf, sea and freshwater fishing, pony trekking, watersports and cycling are all available nearby. There are several beautiful gardens including Logan Botanical which benefits from the mild climate of the Gulf Stream. Beach ½ mile. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
Quarter Acre House can be booked together with Dinduff Lodge (ref UK31467) to accommodate up to 12 guests.

Little Beach is perfectly positioned in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with uninterrupted sea views from the front and green rolling hills to the rear. This shepherd’s hut, surrounded by fields of cows and sheep, has been individually hand crafted and bespoke-built using Siberian larch wood. Whilst boasting traditional features such as a curved roof, internal and external wood cladding, and spindle wheels, it has been designed with comfort and style in mind. Not to mention being incredibly spacious too!

The kitchen has been hand built locally and finished with a solid wood worktop, and tucked in at the end is a breakfast bar with bar stools. Comfy seating fits snugly in beside the wood burner and there is also Wi-Fi. A Smart television is wall mounted above the breakfast bar and French doors open out onto an enclosed veranda, perfect for watching the sun set over Wigtown bay and later for gazing up at the stars. The bedroom, although cosy, fits a king size bed with feature headboard and wall lamps and beautiful views of the hills can be seen from the window. There is also ample storage for luggage and bags under the bed. The bathroom is spacious containing a toilet, sink and shower cubicle.

Situated 5 miles from Gatehouse of Fleet and a 5-minute drive from sandy beaches, Little Beach sits on the edge of the UK’s first Dark Sky Park as well as being within a short distance of the Southwest 300 route. The hut provides the perfect base for a short break exploring beautiful Galloway. Beach 2 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 5 miles.
Little Beach can be booked together with Little Oak (ref UK5996) and Little Willow (ref UK5998) to accommodate up to 6 guests.

Beachcomber Lodge is located on Southerness Holiday Park and has uninterrupted views over Southerness beach and the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This little slice of heaven makes the perfect spot to sit back, relax and enjoy a family holiday by the coast. This wonderful lodge is spacious with an open plan living space with patio doors, so even on a rainy day you can make the most of the views.

The coastal village of Southerness has undoubtedly some of the most outstanding views of the Solway Firth, and even stretches over to the Lake District in Cumbria. Explore the beach and striking white lighthouse, originally built in 1749, or why not challenge yourself on the nearby championship golf course? From Beachcomber Lodge you have an ideal base in which to explore beautiful Dumfries and Galloway from its beaches and coves to cliff top walks and forest trails. With countless historic sites throughout the region and many fun-filled activities to be had, there will surely be something to suit everyone. Beach 20 yards. Shop (seasonal), pub and restaurant 400 yards.

Gullsway is a spacious, detached house set in private gardens, enjoying an elevated position on the edge of Glencaple with a modern glass sun room and outstanding views over the Nith estuary and Criffel in the background. Gullsway offers spacious accommodation for a large family or a group of friends. The kitchen/dining room is a real social space, which in turn leads to the living room with its double aspect windows. The real gem however is the location and view itself, which not only offers an excellent level of privacy, but views over the estuary to the Criffel hill are breathtaking.

Gullsway is quietly set only a few hundred yards away from the small settlement of Glencaple in this beautiful corner of South West Scotland, and is situated on the banks of the River Nith, which once served as a port for the nearby county town of Dumfries. Take a stroll along the quiet road to enjoy a meal or a drink with a view at the local pub/restaurant. Gullsway is nestled within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and only 3 miles from the majestic Caerlaverock Castle and Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve, which is home to the rare natterjack toad and regularly visited by barnacle geese and other migrating birds. This lovely property also makes an ideal base for exploring this glorious area either by car, bike or on foot, with excellent marked walks available for all abilities. There is salmon fishing on the River Nith and several golf courses in the area, including the championship course at Southerness only a short drive away. Drive part of the South West Coastal 300, a route which is roughly circular so you can start from wherever you please. Enjoy the huge diversity of scenery and natural unspoilt beauty this stunning corner of South West Scotland has to offer. Beach 20 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

This charming semi-detached cottage is situated in a quiet location with woodland walks being available direct from the door but is also within walking distance to the town of Newton Stewart with shops, cafés and restaurants. The location is very popular with walkers and cyclists with Glentrool, Kirroughtree and the 7Stanes mountain bike trails nearby, as well as a great choice of golf courses.
Situated on the edge of The Galloway Forest and Dark Sky Park, the cottage is ideally placed to explore the beauty of south west Scotland. There is an abundance of fishing, bird watching, beautiful and exotic gardens, many rocky coves, sandy beaches and quaint villages to explore along the Machars Peninsula. The towns of Castle Douglas, Scotland’s food town and Kirkcudbright, the artists town, with shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants are all within easy reach. Beach 8 miles. Pub and restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.

This spacious, terraced cottage has been renovated throughout, and has a well maintained private garden to the rear in which to relax after a days exploring. The cottage is situated in the historic town of Gatehouse of Fleet, with its restaurants, pubs and shops. The River Fleet flows through the town and offers some lovely walks direct from the door.

The Galloway Forest Park is close by with an abundance of wildlife, including a red deer range, wild goat park and red kite feeding station. The park has been awarded the status as the first Dark Sky Park in the UK. Dumfries and Galloway offers many picturesque towns and villages to explore, including Castle Douglas, a food town with galleries, independent shops, cafés and pubs. Kirkcudbright, the artists town, offers many festivals throughout the year, including Scottish nights, classic car rallies, historic walks, a medieval fayre, a jazz festival and a spectacular Tattoo, as well as a good selection of pubs and restaurants. Beach 5¼ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.

Situated only yards from the shoreline, this spacious, detached cottage has fantastic views over the sea to the Mull of Galloway and the Isle of Man. West Barr Cottage has a private garden and direct access to the beach. Known as the Machars of Galloway the area boasts a stunning coastline with amazing cliff top walks. These include Burrow Head, famed for being the location of the closing scene in the cult movie ‘The Wicker Man’, to the Isle of Whithorn, a walk well worth the effort. There are beaches galore to explore, everything from sandy to rugged rocky beaches. The Mull of Galloway is home to the RSPB Nature Reserve and is part of a much larger Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Area of Conservation for its seabirds, plants and coastal habitats. Here you can see many species of birdlife, the cliffs being home to guillemots, razorbills and kittiwakes, while ravens and peregrine falcons are regularly seen around the cliffs. Out to sea there are dolphins, porpoise and minke whale to spot and tours can also be taken from the lighthouse. There are many historical areas of interest to visit and the Whithorn Visitor Centre is a mine of information. The area is a walkers and cyclists paradise with the Southern Upland Way passing close by and offering everything from gentle walks to challenging hikes. The town of Stranraer is 20 miles and offers shops, restaurants and pubs and the town of Newton Stewart is also 20 miles away in the opposite direction. There are many coastal villages to explore, and sea fishing, golf and horse riding are all available locally. Day trips to Ireland can be taken from Cairnryan. Beach 30 yards. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub 5 miles.
West Barr Cottage can be booked together with West Barr Farmhouse (UK5766) to accommodate up to 12 guests.

Airyhemming Dairy is a detached former Dairyman’s Cottage situated on a working dairy farm yet set away from the buzz of the farm, in peaceful countryside, with views over farmland to the rolling Galloway Hills. Enjoy this restored cottage, whether it be sitting in front of the cosy wood burner, enjoying a game of pool in the games room or star gazing from your very own hot tub. The cottage also boasts its own stretch of water for brown trout fishing. The charming village of Glenluce has local shops and pubs. This area of Dumfries and Galloway boasts rugged coastlines and secluded sandy beaches which benefit from the warmth of the passing Gulf Stream and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery, offering an ideal base from which to explore the Machars Peninsula and the Galloway Hills. There are many beautiful gardens to explore, including the world renowned Logan Botanical Gardens. The area boasts many pretty little ports like Sandhead, Portpatrick and the RSPB Scotland Mull of Galloway Nature Reserve where thousands of seabirds nest on the cliff face during the spring and summer. Walking is a delight, whether cliff top, beaches, hills or forests and the Southern Upland Way passes close by. It is a cyclist’s paradise with the world famous 7Stanes within easy reach. If you prefer shooting or golf, there are many facilities nearby including the County Course, just 2 miles away. The town of Stranraer, which is only 8 miles away, offers a wider range of shops, pubs and restaurants. Nearby Cairnryan is home to the Stena Line ferry making a day trip to Ireland a great day out. Beach 2 miles. Shop and pub 2 miles, restaurant 3 miles.
Airyhemming Dairy can be booked together with Airyhemming Farm (CC537213) and Kelbrook (UK5737) to accommodate up to 22 guests.

Enjoying a wonderful setting with views over the picturesque town centre, harbour and out to open sea, these spacious, detached houses offer an ideal base from which to explore the surrounding area. No 4 (UK5569) has stunning views over the sea from most windows, and also from the hot tub. No 7 (UK5736) is situated next door to No 8 (UK5770) and has a spacious interior with pool table and hot tub to the rear, while No 8 also with a hot tub, has a first floor living room with pool table, bar and French doors leading out to the balcony.
Portpatrick is perfectly placed to enjoy the challenging uplands of the Galloway Hills, to the more gentle seaside trails, rolling moors and dramatic cliff-top walks. The Southern Upland Way passing close by presents the ideal focus from which to enjoy the many and varied shorter walks within the region. The dramatic scenery is home to a rich company of flora and fauna, with many unusual species including pine martens, golden eagle, ospreys, red deer, red squirrels and the natterjack toad.
The area has many renowned gardens to visit including the Botanic Gardens in Port Logan. Wigtown, Scotland’s official book town, is home to a charming gallery, and excellent cafés, and is located only a few miles from Bladnoch Distillery, where visitors can sample the local malt whisky. For fishermen the area offers a wide variety of opportunities including sea fishing from Portpatrick, and both trout and salmon fishing close by. Other country pursuits are available including shooting and riding. Golfers will feel equally at home in this area with Stranraer, Portpatrick and Lagganmore golf courses within a 20-minute drive, while Turnberry, with its world famous course is only 45 minutes away and also offers a spa, off road driving, quad biking activities and restaurant facilities. For the more active there are numerous cycle routes set out in stunning forestry commission surroundings, and cycle hire is available at these centres. Sailing is available via the local marina, and for those happy to travel slightly further afield there is the Galloway Sailing Centre, where visitors can also try windsurfing, canoeing and power boating. From Stranraer, 6½ miles, there is the ferry service to Ireland for a day trip. Beach 200 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
4 Military Drive (UK5569) can be booked together with 7 Military Drive (UK5736) and 8 Military Drive (UK5570) to accommodate up to 32 guests.

This charming, detached property is situated in the small coastal village of Drummore, Scotland’s most southerly point. Craig Hall, originally the village gospel hall, has been renovated to a good standard while retaining some of the original features. The cottage is located only 200 yards from the sand and shingle beach of Drummond Bay, with stunning views over the expanse of Luce Bay. The clear waters in this area are home to porpoise, dolphin, seals, otters and on occasion minke whale can also be spotted.
Drummore is home to the RSPB Mull of Galloway nature reserve where thousands of seabirds nest on the cliff face during the spring and summer. Close by is the village of Portpatrick with its pretty harbour and also the town of Stranraer with shops and restaurants. Cairnryan is just a short drive away where day trips can be taken to Ireland. Beach 200 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 250 yards.