Irongray, (Nr Shawhead)

Dumfries

Telephone 01387 730309

Escape to the peace and quiet of our luxury, self catering cottages set in the beautiful rolling hills of South West Scotland

4 Star “Visit Scotland” Rating

All fuel costs, bedding and one set of towels per person are included in the price.

Smoking is not permitted inside the cottages. A cot and high chair are available on request.

All Guests receive a welcome pack containing:-  

 Locally made wine* Home-made bread and biscuits

Free-range eggs, milk, tea/coffee, jam, butter.

*Not included for short breaks.

Contact Pam and Paul on 01387 730309 or ardencottages@hotmail.com to book or for more info

We are situated in a rural area surrounded by wildlife such as red squirrels, deer, buzzards, herons etc. and very little traffic makes this a real nature lovers retreat. Cluden water runs nearby and is a tributary to the river Nith, one of the finest salmon rivers in the country!

Within a few miles is  Glenkiln and the famous Sir Henry Moore, Epstein and Rodin sculptures.

At the end of the private drive you can join the cycle by-way which loops around Glenkiln or round to Dumfries and other areas. We are centrally located for all the 7 Stanes off road cycling forests.

Dumfries and Galloway is steeped in Scottish History with fabulous castles such as Caerlaverock Castle - Britain's only triangular castle and Drumlanrig Castle - home to the Duke of Buccleuch and a renowned art collection.

Throughout the area there are many superb golf courses for all levels of ability

Scotland’s national Bard - Robert Burns spent much of his adult life in and around Dumfries. Visit the many attractions which celebrate their connection with him around the area.

In Dumfries you will find all the usual amenities of a large town including: - ice rink, swimming pool (New for 2008 “DG1” leisure complex with waves and slides), cinema, leisure centres, supermarkets and a vast array of restaurants, pubs and takeaways.