Guests say
The Bothy in Dumfries is a well-regarded cottage, praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and proximity to the beach. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, comfortable furnishings, and the enclosed garden, making it ideal for families. While most reviews are positive, a few guests noted issues with bed comfort and a lack of certain amenities.
The majority of guests found The Bothy to be spotlessly clean and well-maintained. However, there was a notable complaint about cleanliness which seems to be an isolated incident, hence the high score but not perfect.
The location is highly praised for its close proximity to the beach and local amenities, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing holiday. The quiet and peaceful setting is consistently appreciated by guests.
Guests find The Bothy to be comfortable, with a spacious lounge and garden. Some guests, however, mentioned that the beds could be improved, particularly regarding comfort and noise, which slightly lowers the score.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern conveniences and a kitchen that guests find satisfactory. There were minor points raised about missing items like a dishwasher and a guest book, but overall the facilities meet guests' needs.
There is insufficient information regarding any thoughtful touches or gifts provided by the host, as no reviews mention these aspects. Therefore, a score cannot be given in this category.
About this property
A charming detached cottage, superbly situated close to the coast in the village of Southerness, on Scotland's Solway Firth. Well-appointed throughout to provide comfortable and stylish accommodation, this Southerness cottage is the perfect choice for family or friends looking to spend some time exploring or relaxing beside Galloway's beautiful coastline. This comfortable Solway cottage provides three bedrooms, with one suitable for children and one boasting an en-suite shower room. The ground floor offers a family bathroom, a kitchen with a sociable dining area and a sitting room with a decorative woodburner and French doors that open out to the rear patio area. A garden encloses this Southerness cottage, with a gravelled parking area to the front and a lawned area to the side and rear with furniture and a barbecue, offering the ideal place to relax or enjoy some alfresco dining. Southerness, with its harbour and beach, is only one of the attractions in this beautiful part of Scotland. Walkers can enjoy the nearby peak of Criffel, which offers superb views, as well as the surrounding, scenic Galloway Hills plus the many pretty coastal paths. Cyclists can explore the numerous routes including the renowned 7stanes trails. With several opportunities for golf and fishing enthusiasts, as well as pretty villages, castles and abbeys to discover, this Southerness cottage offers something to delight everyone. EPC Rating: Band D
Southerness is a small coastal village established in the late 18th century, which looks out over the Solway Firth, and forms part of the Colvend coast, one of the finest stretches of coastline on the 'Scottish Riviera'. Home to two pubs, a village store, a leisure centre with a pool and two miles of sandy beaches with sand dunes, rock pools and Gulf Stream warmed waters, and one of the oldest lighthouses in Scotland, built in 1748, it has everything you will need for a relaxing holiday. The nearby Criffel Hill rises to 569m, offers wonderful views of the farmland and the sands of the Nith Estuary below, and provides great walking opportunities. The Southerness Championship Golf Course adjoins the village and offers panoramic views of the Solway Firth, the Cumbrian Lake District to the south and the Galloway Hills to the west. A great location, with something to keep everybody occupied.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, Smart TV with basic Sky and BT TV package included Sports and streaming services, DVD, CD, iPod dock, USB ports in sockets, selection of books, games and DVDs and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot, highchair and stairgate on request.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Lockable bike storage.
Enclosed lawned garden with furniture and barbecue with utensils.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop, pub and beach 2 mins walk.
Note: Due to this property being a storey and a half cottage, there are low ceilings on the first floor and care should be taken at all times.
Note: The decorative woodburner is a cosmetic feature and does not emit any heat.
Note: Max 4 adults.
Note: Check-in 4pm.
Note: Guests using the Smart TV's streaming services must log in to their own accounts
Nearby points of interest
- Caerlaverock Castle
- Lake District Coast Aquarium
- Robert Burns House
- Moat Brae
Reviews (35)
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Peter
Stunning beach on the doorstep and out of the way of the hustle and bustle of busy life. The perfect place to get away from the world. House was spotless, cosy and warm. We stayed in main bedroom and had no issues with the sloped roof. Would definitely recommend.
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Joan
Kitchen well kitted out however teapot appeared to be missing. Probably broken by a previous guest. The upstairs provided a few challenges as my husband is over 6ft tall and the eaves posed a continuous hazard when his attention lapsed for a moment. However overall it was a lovely property situated near to the pub and beach which provided some very pleasant walks and the pub meals were delicious.
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Lynne
The property was clean and very comfortable. A nice place to return to after a days exploring. The kitchen is well equipped. The only difficulty was assessing the washing machine as it's situated in a cupboard Nice powerful showers. We only used one bedroom so the ceiling heights didn't worry us. The only things missing where egg cups. There was no welcome pack which was a first for us