Accommodation & Special Offers

The Auld Kirk, Kirkbean

Situated only a mile from the stunning Solway Coast, and 7 miles from Mabie House, The Auld Kirk B&B offers the perfect location to relax in peace and tranquility whilst providing easy access to the abundance of experiences South West Scotland has to offer. Occupying the former Kirkbean church, The Auld Kirk has been tastefully renovated to offer 3 beautifully appointed rooms, 1 king and 2 double, all with en-suite facilities. A large welcoming sitting area with log burner is available for guests to chat, read and relax before retiring to comfortable rooms for a restful night.

The Auld Kirk offers a 10% discount to anyone attending a workshop at Shambellie House.

Website: auldkirk.scot

Telephone:+44 7972 783910

Mabie House Hotel

Mabie House is a magnificent 17th century country mansion situated in its own grounds, guests having views over the gardens and the Solway Estuary in the quiet and peaceful surroundings of Dumfries & Galloway. The hotel is a short drive from Dumfries and has fourteen en-suite rooms, including two suites, each with their own style and character.

Website: mabiehousehotel.co.uk

Telephone: 01387 263188

Cairndale Hotel

With our perfectly central location, The Cairndale Hotel is the ideal spot for exploring the local area, playing a few rounds of golf or enjoying a family holiday. Known as one of the friendliest hotels in Dumfries and Galloway, we are ready to welcome you with open arms. Due to launch in Spring 2024, the Spa at The Cairndale Hotel is a new destination spa for the south of Scotland, offering treatments, spa days and wellness retreats in the heart of Dumfries.

Website: cairndalehotel.co.uk

Telephone: 01387 254111

Cavens Country House, Kirkbean

With an idyllic setting, fine food and warm hospitality, Cavens Country House is one of the most friendly and unique of places to stay in Scotland. Romantic, quirky and independently run, we combine the best of boutique hotel accommodation with the relaxed feel of staying with good friends. With just five bedrooms available for guests, some of which are suites with their own sitting room areas, and ten acres of wonderful garden to explore, guests have plenty of space to unwind and feel at home.  Add delicious, locally-sourced dinners and our delightfully relaxing Georgian house and grounds, and you have all the ingredients for a memorable break.

Website: cavens.com

Telephone 01387 880234

Marthrown of Mabie

Marthrown of Mabie is a hidden gem.  It is reached through a woodland road, that builds anticipation.  As you travel up the forest track, you feel certain that you will reach something spectacular.  It does not disappoint as stunning views await.  You’ve arrived, and you are cocooned within the forested magic of Marthrown.

Marthrown offer a variety of accommodation bases from little cottages to yurts.  There is also a camping area with amazing views over the Solway Firth to the Lake District hills

Website: marthrownofmabie.co.uk

Telephone: 01387 247900

The Curve and The Treehouse

The Curve and The Treehouse are situated on Caerlaverock Estate and surrounded on all sides by stunning scenery, including far-reaching views over the Solway Estuary to the Lake District. The Estate encompasses a 13th century medieval curtain-walled Castle; ancient woodland; a coastal National Nature Reserve; a Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust reserve; and a ‘home farm’ with a herd of Belted Galloway cattle; and an award-winning café and shop, The Boathouse Glencaple. The ethos of Caerlaverock Estate is one of living in harmony with nature whenever possible – award-winning eco designer Sam Booth of Echo Living, based in Castle Douglas, was commissioned to design off-grid living for visitors to the Estate. Erriff is an attractive terraced house on Shore Road, Glencaple. Almost every room has windows looking out onto the beautiful views of the River Nith, the Solway estuary, and Criffel. The glass-fronted deck is the perfect place to relax while enjoying these stunning views.

Erriff is an attractive four bedroomed luxury terraced holiday house on Shore Road, Glencaple. Almost every room has windows looking out onto the beautiful views of the River Nith, the Solway estuary, and Criffel. The glass-fronted deck is the perfect place to relax while enjoying these stunning views. Erriff is an attractive terraced house on Shore Road, Glencaple. Almost every room has windows looking out onto the beautiful views of the River Nith, the Solway estuary, and Criffel. The glass-fronted deck is the perfect place to relax while enjoying these stunning views.

Website: caerlaverock.com/stay/

Rosewall Cottage

Snuggled amongst cottages full of character and charm, Rosewall is the remedy for anyone looking to get away in the country on a break for two. A stay at Rosewall Cottage puts you at the heart of some of Scotland’s most iconic scenery and culture. From the coast to the lowland hills, small mountains and acres of forests, there’s so much to explore right on your doorstep. Set against a backdrop of the majestic Criffel, the village of New Abbey looks like a location for a film. There is a picturesque watermill, the fabulous Shambellie House, a general store, inn and tea-room.

Website: rosewallcottagenewabbeydumfries.co.uk

Telephone: 07305587818

Shorepark

Shorepark is a delightful waterside holiday cottage with stunning views, sitting just a stone’s throw from the estuary of the River Nith on the edge of Glencaple village, within a National Scenic Area.  The old part of the house was originally a fisherman’s cottage, thought to have been built in the 1700’s, giving this part an old-world feel with its original beams, reputed to be old ships’ timbers.  It has been extended in more recent times in a clean modern beach-house style, with a huge picture window giving a stunning panoramic view of the river, the birdlife, and the landscape beyond.

Website: shorepark.co.uk

Telephone: 07850 237702

Hutton Lodge Bed and Breakfast

Hutton Lodge is a traditional sandstone former schoolhouse built in the 19^th century.  It is set on the picturesque Solway coast, 5 miles east of Dumfries in the village of Bankend on the Solway Heritage Trail near Caerlaverock Castle and the Caerlaverock Wetland Centre.  Located in a quiet, rural setting with off-street parking, Hutton Lodge offers cosy en-suite facilities.

Website: huttonlodge.co.uk

Telephone: 01387 770216

Abbeybank Lodge

Abbeybank Lodge is located on the Barbeth estate, in the stunning village of New Abbey, 8 miles south from Dumfries, on the Solway Firth Coast Scotlands French Riveria..New Abbey was recently voted Scotlands most beautiful village. 
The village is charming and quirky
All guests can have access to:
A private walled garden – wild in part
Fully equipped kitchen 
Outside barbecue, ideal on a summer evening
Access to outstanding golf courses.
Outstanding local scenery and beaches and cycling routes

A stunning location, the Lodge sits in its own private grounds on a country estate. Access to the lodge is via a private road. Complete privacy is therefore guaranteed. The property is traditional in build for the area and furnished accordingly.

Website: www.newabbeylodge.co.uk

Telephone: 07955696056

Criffel View Caravan Park

Criffel View is a private five van site nestled in the beautiful countryside on Landis Farm.  Situated only one mile from the historic village of New Abbey with all its attractions including the fabulous Shambellie House.  The site has hard standing fully serviced pitches and a bespoke built shower area.  The pitches also have lovely views and a peaceful ambience.

Website: criffelview.co.uk

Telephone: 01387 850238

Abbey Cottage Tearoom

This family-run tearoom is situated next to the beautiful ruins of Sweetheart Abbey. Abbey Cottage has been part of the family for four generations, and for almost 40 years they’ve been making soups, baking scones and serving speciality coffees and teas in the tearoom and garden. Why not join them for Afternoon Tea and enjoy the atmosphere of this beautiful village?

Website: www.abbeycottagetearoom.com

Telephone: 01387 850377