
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Dumfries
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The Cheese House Self Catering Cottage
The cottage comprises of an ensuite family room with a double bed and bunk beds, a living/dining area, a fully fitted kitchen, and another bathroom. It's perfect for couples and families of up to 4. The cottage has central heating so is lovely and warm, and is a great home from home. Enjoy a peaceful break on our organic working farm, set amid the stunning scenery of Dumfries and Galloway, ideally situated for easy access to local attractions. All guests welcome. Free Wi-Fi Dogs £10 per dog.

Lovely self-catering apartment in city centre
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located place. With only a short 3 minute walk to the town centre and an even shorter walk to see the famous Robert Burns house and Burns Mausoleum - The final resting place of our beloved poet. If none of those interest you, you could climb Criffel hill, visit Mabie forest to enjoy its vast choice of walks and 7 stanes mountain biking trails, or just enjoy a peaceful walk by the river in Dock park. Plenty of shops and bars.

Studio Lodge Dumfries Cosy With Stunning Views
Studio Lodge is a charming stylish lodge nestled amid beautiful countryside, perfect for a romantic retreat or a family holiday. Close to Dumfries, 7 Stanes, Solway Firth and an array of castles, museums, pubs and eateries. Located in a lovely rural position on the edge of a small family run lodge park. Step inside this charming detached single storey lodge from the fully enclosed decking overlooking beautiful fields and country side to find a well equipped bright and comfortable home from home.

Luxury Rural Cabin with Wood Fired Hot Tub
Glencartholm Farm by Wigwam Holidays is part of the UK's No1 glamping brand that has been providing guests with 'great holidays in the great outdoors' for over 20 years! Situated in a beautiful rural location in Dumfries and Galloway, we also run an Alpaca Farm. Beautiful views and quiet surroundings are what will greet you whilst you relax in the private hot tub. We have 4 luxury ensuite cabins with wood fired hot tubs and the capacity to accomodate for couples, families and group bookings.

Spacious 2-Bed Dumfries Retreat - Private Hot Tub
Wake up beside an 11th-century Abbey, soak in your private hot tub, then wander across to the Abbey Inn pub for a game of pool or take a stroll along the river that surrounds us. Welcome to our charming retreat in Dumfries. This two-bedroom home with free parking sleeps four and is ideal for couples or families alike. This beautiful location blends charm & character in equal measure. Fancy a cosy evening by the fire? We can arrange a bundle of logs for a small fee - please just message ahead.

River Nith View Apartment
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located two bedroomed apartment in historic Dumfries. Connections with our national poet Robert Burns surround you. His pub, the Globe, his house and his mausoleum are all within a few minutes’ walk. Enjoy the balcony views of the river and easy access to shops, restaurants, walks, cinema, leisure swimming pool and other local amenities. There is free private parking and free on-street parking nearby. We can offer secure storage for bikes.

Rosemount view 4 storey period townhouse
Rosemount view is a 4 storey period Town house dating back to early 1800s. Newley refurbished in October 2018 with care taken to retain most period feature. Located just over the Buccleuch Street bridge beside the River Nith within walking distance of most tourist sights inc The old bridge museum,The Devorgilla bridge , Dumfries museum, Robert Burns centre,Burns house,mausoleum,Greyfriars church, Burns statue. Further a field we have Caerlaverock Castle, Sweatheaet Abbey & much more

Woodend Cottage Stylish, idyllic getaway
Woodend is a beautiful cottage set in a semi rural setting, with stunning aspects from all bedrooms and sitting room. Quiet and tranquil garden and patio area, perfect for enjoying a glass of bubbly and taking in the wonderful views and relaxing. The semi detached cottage is stylish and tastefully decorated. Part of the beauty of Woodend is even though you are surrounded by fields, it’s only a stroll into Dumfries town centre (20 mins). Prices inclusive of Airbnb 15% service fee.

Cargen Cottage
Sleeps 1 - 2 people (Pets - 2 well behaved dogs allowed) 1 Double bedroom with en suite shower room. Living room/kitchen/dining room all wooden floored. Porch/utility room. Air source heat pump heating and Elec inc. T/cot and h/chair on request. Free wifi. 39 inch smart TV with Freesat. Elec cooker. French doors leading to enclosed patio with furniture. Plenty of parking. Bed linen and towels inc. iPod dock. M/wave. W/machine. D/washer. Fridge freezer. Cycle store. No smoking.

Converted Stables - Scenic 'Courtyard Cottage'
'Courtyard Cottage' is situated in a courtyard - previously stables and tastefully converted to a high standard. Easy driving distance of the A74(M), with good rail & bus links. The cottage provides the ideal base to enjoy the many cultural and outdoor activities available in the area. Plenty of lovely walks, sailing, fishing, wild life and great night skies. Perfect to kick back and relax after a day of exploring the many attractions and scenery. parking is available.

Kirkland Cottage
Kirkland Cottage is completely self-contained and is attached to our main house in an enclosed, secluded and large garden. Although only two miles from Dumfries Town Centre it is in a quiet, rural location. There is ample parking beside the cottage and a lockable room for storage of bicycles and other leisure equipment. The cottage provides a great base from which to enjoy the many cultural and outdoor activities available in the immediate locality.

Charming chalet in peaceful rural location.
Our chalet is in our large, well managed garden. While it is near our house and we are happy to chat, we always respect peoples privacy. This is a very peaceful place where you can sit outside and watch the flames of the fire pit at night or stay in and have a cosy evening. Our neighbours are all of the four legged variety so some countryside noises are to be expected but the cows love to come and greet you at the wall. Parking space in garden
Popular amenities for Dumfries family-friendly rentals
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4.8 Average rating
Dumfries stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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