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SHAW COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in New Abbey
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4105 sq m
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Explore the area
Dumfries, Southern Scotland
- Mabie Forest Park7 min drive
- Dumfries Ice Bowl11 min drive
- Caerlaverock Castle22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
SHAW COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in New Abbey
Shaw Cottage rests in New Abbey and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.
The single-storey cottage's living areas consist of a kitchen/diner, equipped with an electric oven, gas hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer and dining seating for four, the utility has a washing machine and the sitting room has a woodburning stove and a TV. There is a king-size and a twin bedroom, along with a bathroom. Outside, there is off-road parking for two cars and a large lawned garden. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, towels and a pack of logs for the woodburner are all included in the rental price. This property welcomes pets, however, smoking is not permitted. For your local conveniences, there is a shop and pub within 1.1 miles. Discover the delights of Dumfries with a stay for four at Shaw Cottage. Note: There are two ponds in the garden, please take care and ensure that pets and small children are supervised at all times. Note: The gas hob is powered by bottled gas. Note: The property is accessed via a lane that may not be ideal for some vehicles Note: First dog is free of charge, any additional dogs will be £30 per dog per stay.
Amenities: Oil central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, gas hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine. TV, WiFi. Fuel, power and starterpack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for a few cars. Large lawned garden. Pet-friendly. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 1.1 miles. Note: There is a pond in the garden, please take care and ensure that pets and young children are supervised at all times. Note: The property is accessed via a lane that may not be ideal for some vehicles . Note: First dog is free of charge, any additional dogs will be £30 per dog per stay.
Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.
Town: The peak of Criffel, at 570 metres, dominates the quiet village of New Abbey, offering excellent walking and stunning views over southwest Scotland and the Lake District. Sweetheart Abbey, a 1273 Cistercian abbey, represents the village's history, and the village is home to a shop, a coffee shop, and two hotels. The nearby River Nith is a great fishing spot. 8 miles north is Dumfries, formerly a royal burgh and split in two by the River Nith, which flows into the Solway Firth.
The single-storey cottage's living areas consist of a kitchen/diner, equipped with an electric oven, gas hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer and dining seating for four, the utility has a washing machine and the sitting room has a woodburning stove and a TV. There is a king-size and a twin bedroom, along with a bathroom. Outside, there is off-road parking for two cars and a large lawned garden. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, towels and a pack of logs for the woodburner are all included in the rental price. This property welcomes pets, however, smoking is not permitted. For your local conveniences, there is a shop and pub within 1.1 miles. Discover the delights of Dumfries with a stay for four at Shaw Cottage. Note: There are two ponds in the garden, please take care and ensure that pets and small children are supervised at all times. Note: The gas hob is powered by bottled gas. Note: The property is accessed via a lane that may not be ideal for some vehicles Note: First dog is free of charge, any additional dogs will be £30 per dog per stay.
Amenities: Oil central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, gas hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine. TV, WiFi. Fuel, power and starterpack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for a few cars. Large lawned garden. Pet-friendly. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 1.1 miles. Note: There is a pond in the garden, please take care and ensure that pets and young children are supervised at all times. Note: The property is accessed via a lane that may not be ideal for some vehicles . Note: First dog is free of charge, any additional dogs will be £30 per dog per stay.
Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.
Town: The peak of Criffel, at 570 metres, dominates the quiet village of New Abbey, offering excellent walking and stunning views over southwest Scotland and the Lake District. Sweetheart Abbey, a 1273 Cistercian abbey, represents the village's history, and the village is home to a shop, a coffee shop, and two hotels. The nearby River Nith is a great fishing spot. 8 miles north is Dumfries, formerly a royal burgh and split in two by the River Nith, which flows into the Solway Firth.
Property manager
Sykes Holiday Cottages
Languages
English
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Amenities
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Dumfries
Dumfries is home to this cottage. 7stanes - Mabie and Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mabie Forest Park and Sandyhills Beach. Dumfries Ice Bowl and Dalscone Farm Fun are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Dumfries, Southern Scotland
What's nearby
- Sweetheart Abbey - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
- Mabie Forest Park - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
- Dumfries Ice Bowl - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
- Dalscone Farm Fun - 14 min drive - 15.3 km
- Caerlaverock Castle - 22 min drive - 24.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Hitching Post - 12 min drive
- Coach & Horses Inn - 11 min drive
- The Frothy Bike Co - 11 min drive
- The Steamboat Inn - 11 min drive
- Domino's Pizza - 11 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Single-storey. Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Utility. Sitting room with woodburning stove
What makes this property unique
Oil central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, gas hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine. TV, WiFi. Fuel, power and starterpack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for a few cars. Large lawned garden. Pet-friendly. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 1.1 miles. Note: There is a pond in the garden, please take care and ensure that pets and young children are supervised at all times. Note: The property is accessed via a lane that is not ideal for low slung vehicles. Note: First dog is free of charge, any additional dogs will be £30 per dog per stay.
Languages:
English
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