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Idyllic 1860 country cottage, wood-burning stove, acre of gardens. Pets adored!

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The Bothy at twilight.
Wood-burning stove & smart TV with Netflix. Throws for sofas so dogs can relax.
EV charging point available. Electricity charged at cost price
Scottish Fine Soaps shampoo, conditioner and shower gel.
The gardens in Winter.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Beattock, Scotland
  • Southern Upland Way Trailhead
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Moffat Community Nature Reserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The Green Frog
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Garden Bedroom

1 King Bed

Woodland Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

About this property

Idyllic 1860 country cottage, wood-burning stove, acre of gardens. Pets adored!

Location
The Bothy is just 4 minutes drive from the A74(M), the motorway linking the M6 to Glasgow, Edinburgh and beyond. However, that short journey takes you back 175 years to Sir William Younger’s gamekeeper’s cottage and bothy. The bothy is set in sycamore woodland, home to pheasants, rabbits, deer, squirrels and numerous more species of birds. The winding drive to The Bothy passes a seasonal stream with 2 small bridges, rhododendrons and fruit trees.
The Bothy
The Bothy is located on a courtyard with the original gamekeeper’s cottage opposite and the former gundog kennels to the left. There is plenty of parking for guests’ vehicles - The Bothy is often host to classic cars on trailers, on their way to the Moffat Rally.
The Bothy can be accessed by either steps or a ramp. There are culinary herbs for guests to pick planted within the bend of the ramp. The porch contains a sofa to make it easier to get hiking boots on and off, and coat hooks above a radiator, because allegedly, it sometimes rains and snows in Scotland! The water to make all that delicious whisky and salmon has to come from somewhere. There are windows on 3 sides of the porch, making it a relaxing spot to read, sip a glass of wine and unwind.
Off the hallway is the woodland bedroom, the bathroom and the living area. The bathroom has a large, step-free, electric shower.
History
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Property manager

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Amenities

Washer
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 6 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please remember your phone chargers, these are the most common item left behind. Other items that are left are toiletries in the bathroom & clothes (esp white) that have got hidden in the bedding.
Please turn off the central heating, if you can, using the buttons above the fire extinguisher. But don’t worry if you can’t work the tech!
Please put the front door key back in the key box.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All guests must contact the host within 48 hours of bookings.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Moffat

Moffat is home to this holiday home. Moffat Golf Club and Devil's Beef Tub are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Moffat Woolen Mill and The Green Frog. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lockerbie Ice Rink or Dumfries Ice Bowl.
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Beattock, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Southern Upland Way Trailhead - 2 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Moffat Community Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Annandale Way Trailhead - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • The Green Frog - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall - 18 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Lockerbie Station - 17 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Stables - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Coachman Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rumblin Tum - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Ariete - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hugos - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic 1860 country cottage, wood-burning stove, acre of gardens. Pets adored! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 6 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Idyllic 1860 country cottage, wood-burning stove, acre of gardens. Pets adored!?

As of 24 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idyllic 1860 country cottage, wood-burning stove, acre of gardens. Pets adored! on 5 Aug 2025 start from £139.5, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Idyllic 1860 country cottage, wood-burning stove, acre of gardens. Pets adored!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic 1860 country cottage, wood-burning stove, acre of gardens. Pets adored!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic 1860 country cottage, wood-burning stove, acre of gardens. Pets adored! located?

Situated in Moffat, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Southern Upland Way Trailhead, Moffat Community Nature Reserve and Annandale Way Trailhead. Moffat Woolen Mill and Moffat Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife, daughter and dog Pumpkin had a wonderful stay at the Bothy. Karen was the perfect host, loved Pumpkin and had thought of everything to make our stay a perfect. The Bothy is located on the edge of beautifully secluded woodland and yet just moments from Moffat and transport. My only complaint is that I didn’t decide to stay here for our holiday rather than continuing up the road. We will be back! Thank you Karen, see you next year :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanislav

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our family was visiting the United Kingdom for the very first time from Toronto, Canada and we were extremely impressed with this home. Our road trip landed us in various hotels, but this one stood out exceptionally over the others! The house was so cozy, that we all felt like it was our second home. Our main highlight was our quality of sleep in the super comfortable (and super warm) beds, as well as the cozy living room where we all gathered every evening. The location is incredibly peaceful and serene, this made our stay feel relaxing. Since the home was located near the highway, we were able to easily access Edinburgh and various gorgeous castles nearby for our day trips. Overall, this home is the perfect place to bring a family looking to experience Scotland in a lovely way. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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