Highmains, Shawhead,, Dumfries, DG2 9SJ, United Kingdom
#5 of 20 B&Bs and Inns in Dumfries
Guests' ChoiceBased on 46 hotel reviews
9.9Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.8
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Reviewed: 12 November 2024
Thompson
United StatesA little ways out of town
It was immaculately clean, new and bright.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 3 November 2024
Paul
United KingdomNothing
Very quiet location. Lovely having the living room for somewhere to relax once my daughter was asleep! They left a big box of toys out for her too.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 29 October 2024
Jeffrey
AustraliaA bit difficult to find. Google maps misleading.
Amazing. So comfortable with so many extras. We really enjoyed the fire too. Lovely views of surrounding farmland.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 12 October 2024
Frazer
United KingdomOne of the best b&b we have stayed at 🙂
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 10 October 2024
David
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing.
Great location. beautiful surroundings.The B&B was very comfortable ,and the facilities were great.Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 6 October 2024
John
United KingdomNothing
Very comfortable, spotlessly clean and very good host whose communication was excellent. Also lovely choice of breakfast items, could not have been better.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 3 October 2024
Jennifer
United KingdomExcellent from the moment i arrived, great location and views and the accommodation spotless. i booked a a stop off on the way to Ayr and i would like to return when i have more time
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 30 September 2024
Deborah
United KingdomNothing
Fabulous accommodation. Beautiful views and excellent hospitality. Would definitely recommend and even return which we are not known to do.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 28 September 2024
Ben
United KingdomAmazing facilities for the price. Literally perfect
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 21 September 2024
Lynn
IrelandNothing
The accommodation is actually a large annexe to the main house, with its own private entrance into the sitting/dining area, with fabulous views out over the Scottish landscape, with sheep and cows grazing. Very quiet and peaceful and an ideal spot for a decent night’s sleep. The bedroom was huge and one of the comfiest beds ever! Everything was perfect, a home from home with everything you could possible need. Continental breakfast was provided with so much choice and was ready waiting for us when we checked in. We were en route to take the ferry from Cairnryan back to Ireland and it was around an hour and a half’s drive from the port, yet only a few minutes from the main A75. We were able to sit out in the garden and enjoy the sunshine when we arrived which was a bonus. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 13 September 2024
Fiona
United Kingdomnothing
beautiful decor lots of room to relax gorgeous setting so peaceful and quiet lovely breakfast and Jan was very accommodating
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 12 September 2024
Rodney
AustraliaNo negatives at all !!
Great location - quiet and very very comfortable. Easy to find, good communication and beautifully stocked with all sorts of goodies !! Highly recommended .
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 6 September 2024
Henry
United KingdomHaving to go home
The views were outstanding.from everywhere you looked.the peace and quiet was great.cattle on the hills so restful.the grounds were outstanding.pictures on booking.com.Don't show the quality of the accommodation.A real haven of peace and tranquillity.ready to go again.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Trevor
United KingdomNothing! All was exceptional.
Amazing tranquil location. Fantastic, spacious accommodation and a really good range of continental breakfast items.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 22 August 2024
Anthony
United KingdomCould not find fault.
Excellent in every aspect.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 21 August 2024
Jennifer
AustraliaNothing
The property was magic, the hosts, the surroundings (cattle in paddock and beautiful farmland and rolling hills - picturesque!). It was pristine clean, quality everything. Breakfast supplies, snacks were aplenty. Furniture in living area was so comfortable!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 14 August 2024
Luke
United KingdomPerfect in every way! Never stayed in a cleaner more beautiful place.....C & J x
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 12 August 2024
Craig
United KingdomWonderful location, easy to find. Super quiet! You can see for miles! Lovely breakfast which can be eaten at your leisure.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 9 August 2024
Simon
United KingdomNothing.
Views, immaculately clean, well furnished, loved the toilet wallpaper and some great wall art too. Excellent breakfast choice. Home from home
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 3 August 2024
Gillian
United KingdomEverything was superb 5 star accommodation
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 2 August 2024
Jacqueline
United KingdomEverything five star
Everything about this property was first class. Stated that breakfast was included but we had tea last night and breakfast today with food that was allocated to us. . This is one of the best B + B I have used on booking.com. Went to the Robert Burns Cinema last night and watched a live stream from old Vic theatre in London. Flying visit but would imagine we will be back.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 2 August 2024
Anthony
United KingdomA beautiful property in a very peaceful rural location
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 2 July 2024
Jo
United KingdomWish I’d found the board games the night before
Fantastic find. Very quiet. Has absolutely everything you need and is very cosy. The views are unbelievable. Wish I could’ve stayed longer I felt very relaxed.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Elizabeth
United KingdomVery relaxed situation. Large living room windows with views out over fields. Excellent Continental breakfast. Location ideal for Dumfries where we were attending am event. Spacious, clean, warm and homely. We'll book again if we're coming to the area.
Stayed in June 2024
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