Friars Carse Country House Hotel
Friars Carse, Auldgirth, Dumfries, DG2 0SA, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Picturesque location. Staff excellent, as is the food.
United Kingdom
Set in a 45-acre estate with stunning woodland stretching to the banks of the River Nith, the 19th century Friars Carse Country House Hotel offers 23 bedrooms and cottages and is situated 6 miles from Dumfries town centre. This fine Scottish Baronial Hall has a magnificent paneled entrance hall with an elegant staircase and offers guests a spacious lounge with an open fire, overlooking the gardens and river. The Friars Carse benefits from a lift to all floors. The rooms offer a TV, telephone, and tea/coffee making facilities along with hairdryers. WiFi is available through out the hotel. The property’s Whistle Restaurant serves meals made using locally sourced and seasonal produce. Friars Carse also features a comfortable bar and snooker room. The country house offers private trout and salmon fishing on nearly 2 miles of the River Nith, with tackle storage, a drying room, and freezing facilities available. Further outdoor activities within the area include cycling trails, shooting, and a variety of golf courses. Robert Burns Hermitage is situated on the grounds of the hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Availability
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Burm459
United Kingdom“Picturesque location. Staff excellent, as is the food.”
Tanya United Kingdom“Beautiful location!!!! A grand building with interesting history. Very friendly reception. Good breakfast.”- Tommy United Kingdom“Peaceful, clean, quiet, serene, pleasant well looked after……wish my house was like this place!”
Host Information
Property information
Language spoken
EnglishProperty surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- The Whistle
- CuisineScottish
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Friars Carse Country House HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.1
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Garden
- Children's high chair
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Games room
- FishingAdditional charge
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopying
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- English
Property practices
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
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cash is not accepted
Friars Carse Country House Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note the property have 3 pet-friendly rooms available, these must be pre-booked in advance to guarantee. Charge for each pet is GBP 15 per night. Please note that pets are not permitted in non-pet rooms.
Please inform Friars Carse Country House Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
FAQs about Friars Carse Country House Hotel
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The prices at Friars Carse Country House Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Friars Carse Country House Hotel is 5.6 miles from the centre of Dumfries. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Friars Carse Country House Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Yes, Friars Carse Country House Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Friars Carse Country House Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- The Whistle
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Friars Carse Country House Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Games room
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
