Drumlanrig Cottage, Thornhill
ID: S701050
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets Yes
Guests say
Drumlanrig Cottage in Thornhill offers a delightful stay with its beautiful scenery and cosy atmosphere. Guests have praised the well-equipped cottage, comfortable beds, and high-quality bedding. The hot tub and indoor swimming pool with sauna are highlights, providing relaxation and enjoyment. The property's location is convenient for sightseeing and shopping, and the owners are commended for their friendliness and helpfulness. While guests must bring their own towels, the overall experience is highly recommended for a relaxing break.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide a score for this category.
The location is frequently mentioned as being convenient for sightseeing and shopping, with stunning scenery and a lovely setting, indicating a high level of satisfaction among guests.
Guests have noted the comfortable beds, high-quality bedding, and the cosy, homely feel of the cottage, suggesting a high level of comfort during their stay.
The facilities, including a hot tub for each cottage, an indoor swimming pool, sauna, and the option to book these by the hour, are well-received. However, the mention of having to bring one's own towels indicates a slight inconvenience.
While the reviews highlight the helpfulness of the owners, there is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
The cottage is perfect for those looking for a relaxing break and even boasts its own private Hot Tub. Complimented with an on-site indoor heated swimming pool, outdoor Hot Tub and sauna are available for guests to book for exclusive hourly use (small additional charge applies) this is the ideal location to kick back and take time out from the stresses of everyday life and enjoy some R & R!
This single storey cottage is one of six cottages in a courtyard setting converted from the original 18th century farm steading, close to the historic village of Thornhill which nestles at the foot of the dramatic Southern Uplands on the banks of the river Nith. It was in this location that Scottish historian, Thomas Carlyle married his sweetheart Jane Welsh in 1826, you can also visit his birthplace in nearby Ecclefechan.
The cottage is perfect for those looking for a relaxing break and even boasts its own private Hot Tub. Complimented with an on-site indoor heated swimming pool, outdoor Hot Tub and sauna available for guests to book for exclusive hourly use (small additional charge applies) this is the ideal location to kick back and take time out from the stresses of everyday life and enjoy some R & R!
Thornhill is a thriving small, rural village approximately half a mile away with a selection of boutiques, pubs, restaurants and coffee shops, as well as butchers and a bakery whilst there is also a small supermarket for more mundane fare. After a hard day exploring you are spoilt for choice over where to end the day, be it the relaxed setting of the cottage or enjoying the local hospitality in the nearby village.
The local area, as with all of Southern Scotland is famous for the scenery and wildlife that can be enjoyed. The cottage makes a central base from which to enjoy the wide-open spaces of the Scottish Hills and the fabulous coast of the Solway Firth, with the chance to see red squirrels, deer, otters and many bird species with winter being a wonderful time to see the amazing numbers of wintering geese on the Solway Firth merse foreshore.
Outdoor activities available on the door step are many and varied including walks and cycle routes with tracks for all abilities, golf, fishing and riding. Due to the very low light pollution in the area the dark night skies offer amazing opportunities for star gazing. With excellent canoe/kayak opportunities on the river Nith
The culture and history of Scotland can also be discovered and enjoyed at many local sites including nearby Drumlanrig Castle, part of Buccleuch Estate with its beautiful gardens, wonderful adventure playground, numerous signed walking and mountain bike trails and famous art collection. There are numerous links to Scotland’s National Bard, Robert Burns including his farm at nearby Ellisland, whilst slightly further afield in Dumfries you will find his House and also The Globe Inn all of which are believed to provide inspiration for his works. A drive through the Mennock Pass will take you to the highest village in Scotland at Wanlockhead, home of Scotland’s Lead Mining Museum with its sister village of Leadhills nearby. At Wanlockhead you can take a guided tour of Leadnell Mine and see how the miners lived during its years of operation, and even try yoru hand at panning for Gol! Leadhills offers the opportunity to take a ¾ mile train journey through the Lowther Hills and historic lead mine workings. Crawick Multiverse near Sanquhar is also well worth a visit. Here you can experience the transformation of a former opencast coal mine into a creative Land Art Project by leading landscape architect Charles Jencks. The area offers an unrivalled cross section of life from days gone by through the industrial revolution to modern life; however, one thing that has not changed is the tranquil beauty that greets all who venture into Southern Scotland.
postcode: DG3 5AB
Drumlanrig Cottage accepts bookings with either a Monday or Friday arrival throughout the year
Damage Deposit £150
STL Licence: DG00569F
EPC: D
Accommodation for 4: Entrance Hall; open plan Living/Dining/Kitchen with doors to patio area to the front and a secluded patio to the rear with Hot Tub (note 3 steps down to Living area); Master Bedroom with King size bed; Twin Bedroom; Bathroom with over bath shower, toilet and wash basin.
Services: Electricity and heating included * Bed linen is provided, however please bring your own towels as these are NOT supplied * Electric oven and hob * Microwave * Fridge with small ice box, plus additional Freezer * Slow Cooker * TV with Freeview * Travel Cot & Highchair available on request * Patio furniture * Private Hot Tub * Shared parking area * Maximum of 2 Dogs welcome (additional charge applies)
Additional charge applies to use of Leisure pool and Sauna, bookable for exclusive use for a maximum of 6 with a specified one hour time slot.
Nearby points of interest
- Moat Brae
- Robert Burns House
Reviews (5)
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Anne Stothard
The cottage was lovely well equipped and in a lovely setting the owners were very friendly and welcoming would highly recommend these cottages and drumlangric Castle is a lovely place to spend the day with plenty to do beds very comfortable with high quality bedding well worth a visit hot tub great and even bigger 1 and swimming pool if with a larger party
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Julia Clark
Lovely relaxing break in beautiful surroundings. Lovely cottage,with everything you could need except towels. You have to take your own. If it should be cold when you visit,the heating is great and you'll soon feel toasty. Has it's own hot tub which we made good use of. Comfy beds. Bathroom with shower over bath. There is also a heated indoor swimming pool and sauna which you can hire by the hour for a very reasonable fee. The owners are really friendly and helpful. No hesitation in recommending this cottage.
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Gordon Eastop
Lovely cottage, great location and very friendly owners. The cottage was comfortable and each one had its own Hut Tub - which was fully heated and ready to go. They are also pet friendly and have lovely views over the countryside. They have a lovely indoor pool, sauna and larger hot tub which you can book by the hour. Loved the whole experience and would definitely recommend it.