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Branta Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Exterior
Beach
Living room
Living area
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 475 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

Check out the area

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Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
  • Popular LocationCaerlaverock Castle8 min drive
  • Popular LocationDumfries Ice Bowl9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMabie Forest Park15 min drive
  • AirportCarlisle (CAX)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Double bedroom

Twin bedroom - 2 single beds

1 bathroom

Shower room\comma\ wash basin & WC

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden

About this property

Branta Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Graded 3* by Visit Scotland, the cottage sits, not too far from Dumfries, in a rural location on the owner's dairy farm and has superb views over the upper reaches of the Nith Estuary on the Solway coast. The area is famed for its connections with Sir Peter Scott who created the wonderful wild fowl reserve at Caerlaverock for wintering geese and other birds.

The reserve is just 3 miles away but the wild life can be enjoyed from the lovely riverside walks direct from the cottage with abundant birds and wildlife to spot, including red squirrels and deer. The cottage has an attractive enclosed garden to the rear with a patio giving views to the river and beyond to the hills. The steps down from the garden lead into the carefully renovated Visit Scotland 3*cottage has natural wood finishes throughout. The cottage has views of the river from the sitting room and front bedroom and provides comfortable accommodation for 4 in one double and one twin bed room, the sitting room has a wood stove for cosy nights in after long days out enjoying wild life watching, cycling, fishing or just exploring this fabulous part of Scotland. There are many quiet roads ideal for cycling, excellent walks on the salt-marshes surrounding the historic and unique Caerlaverock Castle, 3 miles away or in the Forestry Commission's Woodlands at Mabie and Ae Forest. The areas rich history includes Sweet Heart Abbey at New Abbey. the birth place of the famous writer and historian Thomas Carlyle at Ecclefechan, J M Barrie's house Moat Brae in Dumfries and not to forget Robert Burns who farmed and wrote at Ellisland Farm just north of Dumfries, where he spent the last years of his life.

The small riverside villages of Glencaple and Kingholm Quay are nearby with good restaurants and local shops while Dumfries in only 3 miles.

Post Code: DG1 4UB
Damage Deposit £150
Branta Cottage is let weekly Saturday to Saturday, sorry we are unable to accept short breaks.
STL Licence: DG00450F
EPC:F

Accommodation for 4 on one floor: Steps down to Kitchen entrance; Kitchen; Living/Dining Room; Hallway; Double bedroom; Twin Bedroom; Shower room.
Services: Electric heating included * Bed linen and towels provided * Fridge & Freezer * Electric cooker and microwave * Washer/Drier * Colour TV with DVD player * CD Player/Radio * Wi-fi (download speed of 49.3)* Mobile reception * Wood burning stove with initial bag of logs provided * Travel Cot & Highchair * Telephone for emergency & incoming calls *Enclosed garden * Patio with furniture * Bicycle storage * Parking * 2 well behaved dogs with own bedding welcome * No smoking permitted.
Further logs are available at £5 per bag via an honesty box
Extras: Charges apply per dog per week.

Property manager

DiscoverScotland
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Languages

English

Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Water view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dumfries

This cottage is located in Dumfries. Caerlaverock Castle and Devorgilla Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caerlaverock Wetland Centre and Mabie Forest Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dumfries Ice Bowl or Lockerbie Ice Rink. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway

What's nearby

  • Caerlaverock Castle - 8 min drive
  • Dumfries Ice Bowl - 9 min drive
  • Dalscone Farm Fun - 11 min drive
  • Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum - 14 min drive
  • Mabie Forest Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station - 16 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hitching Post - 9 min drive
  • Globe Inn - 8 min drive
  • Costa Coffee - 8 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza - 8 min drive
  • Drummuir Farm - 15 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage
We had a lovely stay in this beautiful cottage, would definitely recommend, and we will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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