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Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach.
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10 out of 10
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
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Southerness, near Dumfries
- Place, John Paul Jones Museum15 min drive
- Place, Sandyhills Beach16 min drive
- Place, Sweetheart Abbey20 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach.
Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach. After a day exploring, come back and have fun in the games room or hot tub.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Dining room: French Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Games Room.
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. . Front garden. Back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.. Ashgrove is set just 500 yards from the long sandy beach at Southerness and is one of three spacious and beautiful detached holiday properties and is the ideal base for exploring south-west Scotland. It enjoys a sea view to the south and views of Criffel and the Galloway Hills to the north, and are ideal for family and friends to relax and unwind in.
They each have a hot tub, and a games room to keep everyone occupied. Located on the spectacular Solway Coast near Dumfries and close to the stunning Galloway Forest Park, Britain’s largest forest park, this is a popular area for walkers and cyclists with world class mountain biking at Dalbeattie 7Stanes nearby. The area offers unspoilt villages, dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches, rocky coves, magnificent gardens, castles and ancient monuments to explore. Wildlife abounds and the RSPB nature reserve is just along the coast.
A championship golf course, Southerness Golf Course, is just 500 yards away, with a further good selection of golf courses within Dumfries and Galloway. Other activities include fishing, riding and sailing. The small village of Southerness with its quaint lighthouse that stands on the Solway Firth is well worth a visit, and 3 miles away is the home of John Paul Jones (founder of the American Navy).
The area of Dumfries and Galloway has a lot of border history and many historical attractions including castles and many connections to Robbie Burns. Sweetheart Abbey, Drumlanrig Castle and Gardens and Mabie Farm Park are all within easy reach.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.
Free WiFi
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
All on the Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Dining room: French Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Games Room.
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. . Front garden. Back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.. Ashgrove is set just 500 yards from the long sandy beach at Southerness and is one of three spacious and beautiful detached holiday properties and is the ideal base for exploring south-west Scotland. It enjoys a sea view to the south and views of Criffel and the Galloway Hills to the north, and are ideal for family and friends to relax and unwind in.
They each have a hot tub, and a games room to keep everyone occupied. Located on the spectacular Solway Coast near Dumfries and close to the stunning Galloway Forest Park, Britain’s largest forest park, this is a popular area for walkers and cyclists with world class mountain biking at Dalbeattie 7Stanes nearby. The area offers unspoilt villages, dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches, rocky coves, magnificent gardens, castles and ancient monuments to explore. Wildlife abounds and the RSPB nature reserve is just along the coast.
A championship golf course, Southerness Golf Course, is just 500 yards away, with a further good selection of golf courses within Dumfries and Galloway. Other activities include fishing, riding and sailing. The small village of Southerness with its quaint lighthouse that stands on the Solway Firth is well worth a visit, and 3 miles away is the home of John Paul Jones (founder of the American Navy).
The area of Dumfries and Galloway has a lot of border history and many historical attractions including castles and many connections to Robbie Burns. Sweetheart Abbey, Drumlanrig Castle and Gardens and Mabie Farm Park are all within easy reach.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.
Free WiFi
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number DG00678P
About the area
Dumfries
Located in Dumfries, this cottage is in a rural area. New Abbey Corn Mill and Sweetheart Abbey are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sandyhills Beach and Rockcliffe Beach. Spring Lea Leisure Centre and Lake District Coast Aquarium are also worth visiting.

Southerness, near Dumfries
What's nearby
- John Paul Jones Museum - 15 min drive - 8.0 km
- Sandyhills Beach - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
- Rockcliffe Beach - 20 min drive - 19.1 km
- Sweetheart Abbey - 20 min drive - 19.4 km
- New Abbey Corn Mill - 20 min drive - 19.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Steamboat Inn - 9 min drive
- The Beagle Country Pub - 12 min drive
- The 19th Hole - 14 min walk
- The Paul Jones Hotel - 13 min walk
- The Granary - 12 min drive
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