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Living room | Iona Cottage, Ruthwell near Annan
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Well equipped kitchen | Iona Cottage, Ruthwell near Annan
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ruthwell near Annan
  • Place, Ruthwell Cross
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Annandale Distillery
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Dalscone Farm Fun
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Ideal single-storey retreat with cosy wood burner.

Ideal single-storey retreat with cosy wood burner. Explore Dumfries and Galloway, or even the northern Lake District National Park.. All on the Ground Floor:

Living room: Smart TV, DVD Player, Multi-Fuel Burner

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, No Toilet

Separate Toilet.. Solid fuel central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for multi-fuel burner included. . Lawned garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2-3 cars. No smoking!. This delightfully situated, semi-detached, single-storey, holiday cottage has been renovated to a very good standard and is located within the national scenic area between Dumfries and Annan. The cottage is near Caerlaverock Castle and the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust. The county towns of Dumfries and Annan are a short drive away providing a wide range of shops and places of interest. The cottage makes an ideal base for exploring this wonderful area either by car, cycle or on foot, and the Mabie Forest mountain bike tracks are close by, whilst the scenic Caerlaverock Estate has a network of paths to enjoy close by. Close to excellent salmon fishing on the River Nith and wildfowling on the National Nature Reserve. There are several excellent golf courses in the area including the championship course at Southerness. There are wonderful views over the Solway Coast towards the Lake District.



Letting Licence No.: DG01638F

Suitable for up to 2 pets

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
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 DG01638F

About the area

Dumfries

Dumfries is home to this cottage. Annandale Distillery and Dalscone Farm Fun are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Annandale Way and Caerlaverock Wetland Centre. Dino Park and Lockerbie Ice Rink are also worth visiting.
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Ruthwell near Annan

What's nearby

  • Ruthwell Cross - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Annandale Distillery - 12 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Dalscone Farm Fun - 15 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Carlisle Castle - 37 min drive - 48.1 km
  • Carlisle Cathedral - 37 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

  • Annan Station - 15 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shed - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Commercial Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Annandale Distillery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Annandale Distillery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Royal - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal single-storey retreat with cosy wood burner. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ideal single-storey retreat with cosy wood burner.?

As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ideal single-storey retreat with cosy wood burner. on 21 November 2025 start from NZ$258, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ideal single-storey retreat with cosy wood burner.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ideal single-storey retreat with cosy wood burner.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal single-storey retreat with cosy wood burner.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ideal single-storey retreat with cosy wood burner. located?

Situated in Dumfries, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Ruthwell Cross and within 6 miles (10 km) of Dino Park and Ruthwell Church. Caerlaverock Castle and Annandale Way are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mark Owen

Stunning venue, comfy and peaceful setting.

Stunning venue, comfy and peaceful setting. Well equipped with all you need to make your stay perfect. Loads of room and secure for the dog to run around in the garden.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

One of the best weeks holiday we have had.

One of the best weeks holiday we have had. Enjoyed the cottage so much within one hour of arrival, the log burner was on and it was like home from home. Walked at least 5 mile a day around the marshes with the dog. Cant really give a negative and would recommend this cottage to anyone. Rather than tell you all the plus points just go and stay for a week, you will then know.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amanda

Well equipped cottage.

Well equipped cottage. Spacious. In a quiet, secluded area. Weather was particularly grim whilst we stayed but we were nice & cosy with the log burner lit every day. There was plenty of logs provided by the owner. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie

T

The cottage was cosy and very comfortable had a lovely 5 nights there with our 2 dogs
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie

T

The cottage was cosy and very comfortable had a lovely 5 nights there with our 2 dogs
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

alan

This is the best cottage I have ever stayed in, log fire had been lite for me so the cottage was nic

This is the best cottage I have ever stayed in, log fire had been lite for me so the cottage was nice and warm and everything is provided theirs even an electric blanket.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Great relaxing weekend in a very comfortable and well equipped cottage.

Great relaxing weekend in a very comfortable and well equipped cottage. Ruthwell is great for doing nothing... There's nothing to do!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Lovely quaint cottage with a fantastic large enclosed garden which our dog loved.

Lovely quaint cottage with a fantastic large enclosed garden which our dog loved. Nice quiet safe village with feiendly locals. Shona was very friendly and helpful. Her dog dooley was lovely and made friends with our dog rocco. We will definitely be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Iona cottage is quaint, cosy, comfortable and clean.

Iona cottage is quaint, cosy, comfortable and clean. The wood burning fire is so cheery. We enjoyed watching the birds and cows and views of the Solway from the kitchen window. The deserted lanes make cycling and walking a joy. We enjoyed the Savings Museum up the road. The local people are all so friendly. Thoroughly recommend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

My husband and I spent a wonderful week in Iona cottage in May.

My husband and I spent a wonderful week in Iona cottage in May. We had wonderful weather for the whole week. The owner of the cottage, who lived next door was very helpful and she suggested various places to go and what to see in the area. There was a wonderful wood burner in the living room which runs the central heating and was very easy to operate. There was everything that we needed and I loved the walk-in- wardrobe in the bedroom. There was also plenty of books, games and DVD's to keep one occupied if needed
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lisa

L

Lovely cottage and cosy too in a quite village
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Andrew

A bit away from nearest shops at Annan about 6/7 miles.

A bit away from nearest shops at Annan about 6/7 miles. Iona Cottage is an old Whin stone build and can be very cold in January/February. It's only heating is a solid fuel fire that gives off sufficient heat for the lounge! But does not have the capacity to heat the hall,bedroom, kitchen and bathroom/Sep toilet. (No mains gas) would benefit from a new solid fuel pumped driven system. Also the owner requests that you top up the electricity meter with £1 coins during your stay! We put 10 X £1coins in it for our 4 day stay to cover the electric hob/oven & shower which was used economically.

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