Situated 24 km from Dumfries and County Golf Club and 36 km from Caerlaverock Castle, Beachcombers offers accommodation in Dumfries. Located on the beachfront, this property features a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is non-smoking and is set 23 km from Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club. With free WiFi, this 6-bedroom holiday home provides a TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. The accommodation offers a fireplace. The nearest airport is Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 118 km from the holiday home.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
2 single beds
Bedroom 5:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 6:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.5
Facilities
6.3
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.7
Value for money
5.8
Location
9.2
Low score for Dumfries
Quality rating
This property is rated 2 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Arbigland Estate

Company review score: 8.1Based on 57 reviews from 6 properties
6 managed properties

Company information

Welcome to the Arbigland Estate. Our aim is to give you the best possibly holiday that will be fondly remembered and that you will want to return to again and again. Arthur's Cottage is one of 8 holiday cottages set on the 1000 acre estate. It is semi detached (Powillimount Cottage is the other side). The two cottages can be rented together enabling large family gatherings of up to 12 people. The combined cottages are set on their own with stunning views in every direction - the Solway Firth with the Lake District mountains in front of the cottage and to the back lovely mountainess views of Criffel. The cottage is recently renovated and very comfortable, light and spacious with a large living area and 3 en suite bedrooms, a utility room and a small conservatory. There is an enclosed garden for you to enjoy a BBQ and sundowner. Arbigland Estate is an area of outstanding natural beauty, unspoilt and rural set along the coast line of the Solway Firth. Brilliant bird life, lovely beaches, wondrous walks, good golf courses, marvellous mountain biking, gorgeous gardens, lots to see and do for all ages and interests!

Property information

A 5 minute walk from Powillimount Beach is this lovely, recently renovated seaside holiday home that is very comfortable, light and spacious and can sleep up to 10 people. Set on the Arbigland Estate in an area of outstanding natural beauty the house is set on it's own in a secluded rural location with amazing views in every direction - the Solway Firth with the mountains of the Lake District to the front, and fields and hills behind. It has 5 bedrooms (3 en suite), 5 bathrooms, a kitchen/dining room with a woodburning stove, a separate sitting room with large comfortable sofas, a small conservatory and a utility room. There is a large enclosed garden for a BBQ and a sundowner. This is the perfect base for a 'get away from it all' escape and to explore all that this beautiful area has to offer. There are lovely walks (all of our cottages are dog friendly), lots of birdlife as it's situated between two nationally renowned bird sancturies (WWT Caerlaverock and RSPB Mersehead), a championship golf course 3 miles away (Southerness), mountain biking (near 3 of the 7 Stanes), charming coastal villages (Sandyhills, Rockcliffe, Kippford) to explore and lovely towns to wander round (Castle Douglas and Kirkcudbright).

Neighbourhood information

The cottage lies at the southern end of the Arbigland Estate surrounded by fields. The estate lies at the foot of Criffel on a peninsula jutting out into the Solway Firth, and is a mixture of woodland, wetland, dairy pasture and barley fields. The area is popular with walkers, birdwatchers and golfers. The sandy beaches are ideal for children with rock pools and fossils. Southerness golf course regularly hosts championships and is a classic links course. There are a good range of shops, pubs, restaurants and tourist attractions within a short drive. Lovely gardens (Threave, Garden of Cosmic Speculation, Arbigland), good towns with independent shops (Castle Douglas, Kircudbright), a great pub a 10 minute drive or an hours walk along the beach - The Steamboat Inn in Carsethorn. There really is something to suit everyone, lots to see and do or just put and enjoy the peace and quite and magical setting Beachcombers.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Beachcombers

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Bath
Living Area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Beachcombers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of £25 per pet per stay applies.

Please note that a maximum of 2 pet(s) is allowed

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Beachcombers

  • The prices at Beachcombers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from Beachcombers. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Beachcombers is 11.8 miles from the centre of Dumfries. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Beachcombers is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Beachcombers has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 6 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Beachcombers is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Beachcombers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • Beachcombers can accommodate the following group size:

    • 12 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.