Dog Friendly Bed And Breakfasts In Dumfries And Galloway

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Jean - Verified booking

  We had a lovely holiday but a few small problems.

  We arrived and parked at the front of the cottage to be told by an angry neighbour that we were not supposed to park there, not a good start to the holiday. There were instructions as to where we should park in the cottage but would have been helpful to have this information before we landed!. We had a problem with the ensuite shower, firstly because it looked broken and we couldn't work out how to use it. We contacted the owner who was very helpful and told us how to turn on the shower. However it was so hot we couldn't stand under it and no way of turning it on to a cooler setting. There is another shower in the main bathroom above the bath but we were 2 separate couples so it was not really convenient for us to use that one. The mattresses are really uncomfortable with springs sticking up in some of them. We all said the same after our 1st night. Some padded mattress covers would make them more comfortable. We had to borrow cushions from the beds to use on the settees as they were very soft and deep and we oldies needed back support. Overall the cottage is very well equipped with everything you need for a self catered holiday. The views across the garden are stunning and the garden is lovely. There are lovely walks all around the area and lots of helpful info as to where to go and where to walk. We recommend The Anchor in Kippford for food. Lovely little coffee shop down at the bottom end of Castle Douglas main street. The Loch at Castle Douglas is very picturesque with a nice circular walk around it.

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• Laura Slaven - Verified booking

  We had a truly wonderful stay at Airds of Kells House. The location is fantastic - perfect for exploring all that Dumfries and Galloway has to offer, as well as being surrounded by countryside views. My kids had such fun running wild in the grounds. We even saw deer on arrival (though they didn't return during our stay). The pheasants kept us all amused with their crazy running, though they were a little overwhelming for the dogs when outside (on leads). The house itself is really well equipped, with an abundance of crockery and tableware in the kitchen. We cooked the most delicious Easter roast in the rayburn. The bedrooms are also well appointed, we loved finding a torch in each for nighttime (or possible powercuts, but this didn't happen) - a nice touch. The beds and pillows are comfortable, with good quality linen and towels provided, and so much space for everyone. Additionally, the bathrooms are lovely, with plenty of hot water to go round. It's obvious the house is well loved and it is decorated to a high standard. If I had one minor comment, it would be that the rugs in the kitchen could do with non-slip backing, as we went skidding on them a few times! The only room we didn't use was the dining room (except to hide eggs for the Easter egg hunt), as the dining space in the kitchen was more than adequate for the 6 of us. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property :)

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• Paula Nanson - Verified booking

  Enjoyed a lovely week at Springfield. Very clean comfortable cottage, well equipped kitchen and fabulous garden. Garden very secure which is great for dog. Our dog enjoyed jumping from level to level more fun than using the steps! Fiona introduced herself not long after arrival, very friendly and welcoming and easily contacted if needs be during the stay. She had also left a nice welcome pack of the most yummy scones and even doggy biscuits. The weather was mostly kind meaning we got to enjoy a couple hours in the garden most evenings. Very pleasant place to be. Dalbeattie town woods behind cottage were lovely for long walks. Access to Collision Park at end of road (turn right and through hole in wall at end of the old school) was very handy for the evening dog walk. We visited kippford - can recommend the anchor pub for meals, southerness beach, drumlanrig Castle, Castle Douglas, Isle of Whithorn and Wigtown amongst others. Threave gardens was well worth a visit, lovely grounds to stroll around and lots of squirells. Springfield provides easy access to main roads/routes to explore the area and a great base to return to in the evening and relax. Also if you walk to end of road and over the bridge there is a field with highland cows Would love to stay again. Thanks for a great holiday.

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• Female - Verified booking

  We have stayed at Springfeild on a number of occasions. We love the location in a peaceful spot. The owners have made a few adjustments with decking in the garden. Which I really enjoyed, sitting out in the morning and evening with a cup of tea watching the birds. New furniture also a new addition to this very comfortable and well equipped property, nestled just on the outskirts of town. We were welcomed with scones, butter & jam that was well received, milk in the fridge all on our arrival, which was very welcoming after our long journey to our holiday home. The owners Fiona & Ricky really looked after us, due to mobility issues Ricky takes the bins out for us and left us some lovely tomatoes. Fiona & Ricky also own a little Cafe in Dalbeattie, where we ate several times, the food is delicious and we tried various dishes ' The Eggy Bread with Maple Bacon was so good, Ham, Cheese & Pineapple Salad was my friends favourite. We had empty plates & no complaints with all the different dishes we tried. Also there is a wee shop in the next room and we bought lots of Vegan things for my son, Dinosaur Pasta for the grand kids, and I treat myself to some smoked salmon pate and coconut biscuits. We had a lovely time with weather to match. Thank You..

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• Glyn - Verified booking

  The description of the property on the website is accurate so we got what we hoped for.

  The cottage is spacious, really well equipped with good quality fixtures and fittings. The views from the sun room and the garden area over the road are spectacular whatever the weather. The review asks for our Sykes experience but that's not the same thing as our experience of the cottage. The latter was all positive and we appreciated the efforts of the owners to provide us with a great holiday base. There doesn't seem to be anywhere else to record that Sykes sends too many emails - too many requests for reviews of a holiday yet to be taken, too many suggestions for new bookings when the current one hadn't happened. I asked for one piece of assistance before the holiday and got what I needed because the query was referred to the owners. Sykes were fine and if you have a property that suits me I might use you again but I will be blocking your too frequent emails. I don't have a problem with my comments being published but I do not want anything I have said to appear to be detrimental to the cottage owners - they did everything required to meet our expectations.

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