Dog-friendly stays in Auchencairn

Within effortless reach of the Solway Firth this stylish lodge offers exceptional contemporary surroundings with an array of activities to be enjoyed both on and off-site. Set in an idyllic position amongst acres of working farmland this property offers you a unique stay on Scotland s coast. It s within walking distance of the pretty seaside village of Auchencairn (1 mile) and a short drive to Castle Douglas (7.5 miles) both with local pubs and excellent eateries. The latter is a designated food town making it a must-visit for self-confessed foodies. Nearby explore the 200 miles of beautiful coastline along the Solway Firth or head towards the Galloway Forest Park (20 miles) to find exceptional scenery and spectacular dark skies at night. On the edge of this forest park Galloway Activity Centre sits on the banks of Loch Ken (18 miles) and offers a great choice of water sports and activities to get stuck into. With patio doors and wide windows there s an optimistic sense of light and spaciousness in every room of this single-storey accommodation. Leave outdoor clothing and boots behind in the entrance hall before moving into the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. This sociable space is equipped with three distinct areas for relaxing throughout the day. The kitchen is an entirely modern space with all the up-to-date mod-cons including a coffee machine to keep you going. A circular dining table offers a great spot to dine indoors and the lounge is equipped with plenty of seating options for evenings in. There s a Smart TV a Bluetooth speaker and an electric wood burner for cosy evenings along with French doors leading onto the patio for summer stays. Also on the ground floor two bedrooms are each fitted with additional patio doors for added access to the outdoor spaces. The first bedroom is a versatile zip-and-link twin that can be made up as a super-king-size on request complete with a Smart TV and a modern en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom is king-size and also features a Smart TV and an additional en-suite bathroom. Make the most of the incredible loch views whilst sitting outside. The large patio area features a hot tub and outdoor seating for gazing up at dark night skies on an evening. On the grass a fire pit creates an ideal place to sit with a wee dram at each day s end reminiscing on adventures just passed. There is ample private off-road parking next to the lodge with an electric car charging point. Need to know: Please note that the minimum stay is 3 nights, and that short breaks are only accepted1st November to 15th March. 2 bedrooms 1 super king size (which can be made into a twin on request) and 1 king size. 2 bathrooms 1 en suite shower and WC, 1 en suite shower over the bath and WC. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and Tassimo coffee machine. Smart TV and Bluetooth speaker in the lounge and Smart TVs in both bedrooms. Travel cot and highchair available (no bedding provided). Enclosed patio with seating area, outside dining, gas BBQ and chiminea. Private hot tub Bathrobes and towels provided. Ample off road parking. Secure bike storage. The property is eco friendly with solar panels. Working farm activities help feed the lambs in the spring. Watch the sheep dogs work. Explore the farm around the established tracks and enjoy guided farm tours pre booking directly with owners. Beach, café and shop within walking distance. Perfect for star gazing on clear nights. 1 well behaved small/medium sized dog welcome. Dogs are charged at 20 each per full or part week.

Nestling by the banks of the splendid Bengairn Loch on a 1000 acre working beef and sheep farm and within walking distance of the bonny seaside village of Auchencairn with shop post office café restaurant and beach. The bustling market town of Castle Douglas (Scotland s Food Town) Dalbeattie and Kirkcudbright (known as the Artists Town) are all within easy reach. Located close to the Solway Firth boasting 200 miles of beautiful coastline explore Galloway Forest Park home to the first Dark Sky Park in Europe and close to some amazing mountain biking tracks including the 7 Stanes. For wildlife and bird enthusiasts enjoy a trip to the RSPB Ken Dee Marshes and explore the red kite trail. Galloway Activity Centre located on banks of Loch Ken offers a great choice of water sports and activities. Step inside this luxurious single storey stylish lodge into the hall vestibule perfect place to store your outdoor clothing through to the spacious open-plan light and bright lounge/kitchen/diner. The lounge has lovely comfy sofas Smart TV Bluetooth speaker and an electric wood burner. Perfect to relax and unwind looking through the floor to ceiling windows with French doors leading out to the enclosed balcony with private hot tub enjoying magnificent loch views over beautiful Bengairn Loch. The dining area has a large dining table with comfortable seating perfect for romantic or family gatherings and to admire the spectacular loch and countryside views. The bespoke stylish kitchen is the perfect place for cooking up a storm with electric oven and gas hob fridge/freezer microwave washer/dryer Tassimo coffee machine and a handy dishwasher. There is a delightful twin zip-and-link bedroom (which can be made into a super king-size on request) with access to the patio beautiful loch and countryside views Smart TV and a stylish en-suite shower room with WC. Finally completing the accommodation is the beautiful king-size bedroom also with access to the patio a Smart TV with wonderful loch and countryside views and stylish en-suite shower room with shower and WC. Heading outside onto the large patio area you will find the fantastic private hot tub with magnificent loch views over Bengairn Loch. There is also a seating area with comfortable table and chairs perfect for al fresco dining and lazy evening star gazing. Or relax in front of the roaring fire pit and enjoy the wonderful loch views perhaps with a wee dram some good local ale or a nice glass of wine. There is ample private off-road parking next to the lodge an electric car charging point and secure bike storage is available. Need to know: Please note that the minimum stay is 3 nights, and that short breaks are only accepted 1st November to 15th March. 2 bedrooms 1 super king size (which can be made into a twin on request) and 1 king size. 2 bathrooms 1 en suite shower and WC, 1 en suite shower over the bath and WC. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and Tassimo coffee machine. Smart TV and Bluetooth speaker in the lounge and Smart TVs in both bedrooms. Travel cot and highchair available (no bedding provided). Enclosed patio with seating area, outside dining, gas BBQ. Private hot tub Bathrobes and towels provided. Ample off road parking. Secure bike storage. The property is eco friendly with solar panels. Working farm activities help feed the lambs in the spring. Watch the sheep dogs work. Explore the farm around the established tracks and enjoy guided farm tours pre booking directly with owners. Beach, café and shop within walking distance. Perfect for star gazing on clear nights. 1 well behaved small/medium sized dog welcome. Dogs are charged at 20 each per full or part week.

These beautiful bespoke detached properties offer luxurious accommodation nestled in a private peaceful bay within a stone s throw away from the sea shore but yet close to all local amenities. Located only 2 miles from the village of Auchencairn and 11 miles from Castle Douglas making this a fantastic base to explore the areas natural beauty and wildlife or just to relax and look out to sea from the lodges and you may even spot the dolphins. There are numerous attractions close by including Sweetheart Abbey Galloway wildlife conservation park Drumlanrig castle Broughton house & gardens Caerlaverock castle The summer gallery Threave castle & gardens Ellisland farm Robert Burns house & museum Dundrennan abbey Loch Ken water sports The Stewartry museum many golf courses including Colvend New Galloway & Dalbeattie. These 4 attractive lodges are set privately around a large secluded bay just a stone s throw away from the seashore. Outside: private enclosed balcony with seating area and hot tub guests are welcome to explore the bay and country walks around the estate. Leisure facilities: private hot tub and sea fishing. Amenities: towels bed linen electric central heating and Free WiFi included. Regret no smoking. Regret not suitable for children over 6 months. Location: beach on site basic shop/post office 2 miles. Larger shops pubs restaurants 8 miles. This stunning single-storey accommodation offers ONE king-size bedroom with beautiful sea views flatscreen TV with Freeview iPod dock and patio doors leading out to enclosed balcony. Bathroom: large with bath and separate shower cubical his & hers sinks and WC and a additional WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: spacious open-plan room with large flatscreen TV with Blu-Ray DVD Freeview and feature fire. Kitchen area modern well-equipped with wine-cooler gas oven and hob fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher and large dining table. Utility: with washing machine and tumble dryer. Waste bin located at the rear of the property. Amenities: 2 dogs welcome the local pubs and restaurants are dog friendly. Need to know: 1 bedroom 1 king size. 1 bathroom with bath and separate shower and WC. Wine cooler, gas oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Electric and central heating included. Bed linen and towels included. Wi Fi included. Please note: Due to location, connectivity can vary. Private hot tub. Ample parking. Beach on site, shop/post office 2 miles, shops, pubs, restaurants 10.5 miles. Please note hot tub will be drained early on the morning of departure. TV with Freeview, TV with Blu ray DVD, Freeview in lounge. private water supply. Please note: Unfortunately, electric car charging is not possible at these lodges. Electric vehicle charging points at nearby Kirkudbright and Castle Douglas. IMPORTANT: Fireworks are not permitted anywhere on site due to nearby livestock. IMPORTANT: Regret no children over 6 months old at this property.

Snuggling within wonderful countryside on the banks of the bonnie Bengairn Loch on a 1000acre working beef and sheep farm. Within walking distance to the coastal village of Auchencairn with restaurant shop and post office café and the Solway Firth boasting 200 miles of spectacular coastline. The bustling market town of Castle Douglas (Scotland s Food Town) Dalbeattie and the Artists Town of Kirkcudbright are all within easy reach. Explore the Galloway Forest Park home to the first Dark Sky Park in Europe. For wildlife and bird enthusiasts enjoy a trip to the RSPB Ken Dee Marshes and explore the red kite trail. Galloway Activity Centre located on banks of Loch Ken offers a great choice of water sports and activities. Close to some amazing mountain biking tracks including the world class 7 Stanes. Stepping inside this luxurious single storey stylish lodge to the hall vestibule perfect place to store your outdoor clothing through to the spacious open-plan light and bright lounge/kitchen/diner. The lounge has comfy sofas Smart TV Bluetooth speaker and an electric wood burner. Perfect to relax and unwind looking through the floor to ceiling windows with French doors leading out to the enclosed balcony with private hot tub enjoying magnificent loch views over the beautiful Bengairn Loch. The dining area has a large dining table with comfortable seating perfect for romantic or family gatherings and to admire the spectacular loch and countryside views. The bespoke stylish kitchen is the perfect place for cooking up a storm with electric oven and gas hob fridge/freezer microwave washer/dryer Tassimo coffee machine and a handy dishwasher. There is a lovely twin zip-and-link bedroom (which can be made into a super king-size on request) with access to the patio beautiful loch and countryside views Smart TV and a stylish en-suite shower room with WC. Finally completing the accommodation is the beautiful king-size bedroom also with access to the patio a Smart TV with wonderful loch and countryside views and stylish en-suite shower room with shower and WC. Venturing outside onto the large patio area you will find the wonderful private hot tub with magnificent loch views over the beautiful Bengairn loch. There is also a seating area with comfortable table and chairs perfect for al fresco dining and lazy evening star gazing. Or relax in front of the roaring fire pits and enjoy the wonderful loch views perhaps with a wee dram some good local ale or a nice glass of wine. There is ample private off-road parking next to the lodge and there is also an electric car charging point and secure bike storage available Need to know: Please note that the minimum stay is 3 nights, and that short breaks are only accepted 1st November to 15th March. 2 bedrooms 1 super king size (which can be made into a twin on request) and 1 king size. 2 bathrooms 1 en suite shower and WC, 1 en suite shower over the bath and WC. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and Tassimo coffee machine. Smart TV and Bluetooth speaker in the lounge and Smart TVs in both bedrooms. Travel cot and highchair available (no bedding provided). Enclosed patio with seating area, outside dining, gas BBQ. Private hot tub Bathrobes and towels provided. Ample off road parking. Secure bike storage. The property is eco friendly with solar panels. Working farm activities help feed the lambs in the spring. Watch the sheep dogs work. Explore the farm around the established tracks and enjoy guided farm tours pre booking directly with owners. Beach, café and shop within walking distance. Perfect for star gazing on clear nights. 1 well behaved small/medium sized dog welcome. Dogs are charged at 20 each per full or part week.

Stylish and luxurious lodge located in a beautiful rural area close to the Solway Firth on a large working family-run farm with an array of activities to enjoy in an idyllic position by the banks of the beautiful Bengairn Loch. Within walking distance of the pretty seaside village of Auchencairn with shop café and beach. Visit the bustling market towns of Castle Douglas (Scotland s Food Town) (7.5 miles) Dalbeattie (7 miles) and Kirkcudbright (known as the Artists Town) 11 miles. Explore the Solway Firth boasting 200 miles of beautiful coastline Galloway Forest and Dark Skies Park or enjoy amazing mountain biking tracks including the world class 7 Stanes. Wildlife and bird enthusiasts can enjoy a trip to the RSPB Ken Dee Marshes and explore the red kite trail. Galloway Activity Centre located on the banks of Loch Ken offers a great choice of water sports and activities all within 15 miles. Step inside this luxurious single storey stylish lodge into the hall vestibule - perfect place to store your outdoor clothing through to the spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The lounge has lovely comfy sumptuous sofas Smart TV a Bluetooth speaker and an electric wood burner effect fire making it the perfect place to relax and unwind. Looking through the floor-to-ceiling windows with French doors leading out to the garden and enjoying magnificent loch views over beautiful Bengairn Loch. The bespoke stylish kitchen has all you need to cook up a storm. The dining area with comfortable seating is perfect for romantic or family gatherings whilst enjoying the spectacular loch and countryside views. There is a delightful super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request) bedroom with French doors leading out to the patio with beautiful loch and countryside views Smart TV and a stylish en-suite shower room with WC. Finally completing the accommodation is the beautiful king-size bedroom also with French doors leading out to the patio Smart TV wonderful loch and countryside views and stylish en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC. Heading outside onto the large patio area you will find the fantastic private hot tub with magnificent loch views over Bengairn Loch. There is also a seating area with comfortable table and chairs perfect for al fresco dining. Relax in front of the roaring chiminea and enjoy an evening stargazing. There is ample private off-road parking next to the lodge with an electric car charging point. Need to know: Please note that the minimum stay is 3 nights, and that short breaks are only accepted 1st November to 15th March. 2 bedrooms 1 super king size (which can be made into a twin on request) and 1 king size. 2 bathrooms 1 en suite shower and WC, 1 en suite shower over the bath and WC. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and Tassimo coffee machine. Smart TV and Bluetooth speaker in the lounge and Smart TVs in both bedrooms. Travel cot and highchair available (no bedding provided). Enclosed patio with seating area, outside dining, gas BBQ and chiminea. Private hot tub Bathrobes and towels provided. Ample off road parking. Secure bike storage. The property is eco friendly with solar panels. Working farm activities help feed the lambs in the spring. Watch the sheep dogs work. Explore the farm around the established tracks and enjoy guided farm tours pre booking directly with owners. Beach, café and shop within walking distance. Perfect for star gazing on clear nights. 1 well behaved small/medium sized dog welcome. Dogs are charged at 20 each per full or part week.