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Branta Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, high chair, ice maker
Fridge, microwave, high chair, ice maker
Nestled in a rural setting on the Solway coast, Branta Cottage offers a tranquil retreat. With natural wood finishes throughout, this 3* cottage has an attractive enclosed garden with patio views to the river and beyond to the hills. Relax by the wood stove or enjoy riverside walks direct from the cottage with abundant birds and wildlife to spot.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 475 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Branta Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Fantastic views over the Nith Estuary, great for watching the wildfowl.

Graded 3* by Visit Scotland, the cottage sits, not too far from Dumfries, in a rural location on the owner's dairy farm and has superb views over the upper reaches of the Nith Estuary on the Solway coast. The area is famed for its connections with Sir Peter Scott who created the wonderful wild fowl reserve at Caerlaverock for wintering geese and other birds.

The reserve is just 3 miles away but the wild life can be enjoyed from the lovely riverside walks direct from the cottage with abundant birds and wildlife to spot, including red squirrels and deer. The cottage has an attractive enclosed garden to the rear with a patio giving views to the river and beyond to the hills. The steps down from the garden lead into the carefully renovated Visit Scotland 3*cottage has natural wood finishes throughout. The cottage has views of the river from the sitting room and front bedroom and provides comfortable accommodation for 4 in one double and one twin bed room, the sitting room has a wood stove for cosy nights in after long days out enjoying wild life watching, cycling, fishing or just exploring this fabulous part of Scotland. There are many quiet roads ideal for cycling, excellent walks on the salt-marshes surrounding the historic and unique Caerlaverock Castle, 3 miles away or in the Forestry Commission's Woodlands at Mabie and Ae Forest. The areas rich history includes Sweet Heart Abbey at New Abbey. the birth place of the famous writer and historian Thomas Carlyle at Ecclefechan, J M Barrie's house Moat Brae in Dumfries and not to forget Robert Burns who farmed and wrote at Ellisland Farm just north of Dumfries, where he spent the last years of his life.

The small riverside villages of Glencaple and Kingholm Quay are nearby with good restaurants and local shops while Dumfries in only 3 miles.

Post Code: DG1 4UB
Damage Deposit £150
Branta Cottage is let weekly Saturday to Saturday, sorry we are unable to accept short breaks.
STL Licence: DG00450F
EPC: E

Accommodation for 4 on one floor: Steps down to Kitchen entrance; Kitchen; Living/Dining Room; Hallway; Double bedroom; Twin Bedroom; Shower room.
Services: Electric heating included * Bed linen and towels provided * Fridge & Freezer * Electric cooker and microwave * Washer/Drier * Colour TV with DVD player * CD Player/Radio * Wi-fi (download speed of 49.3)* Mobile reception * Wood burning stove with initial bag of logs provided * Travel Cot & Highchair * Telephone for emergency & incoming calls *Enclosed garden * Patio with furniture * Bicycle storage * Parking * 2 well behaved dogs with own bedding welcome (Additional charges apply) * No smoking permitted.

Extras: Charges apply per dog per week.

Property manager

DiscoverScotland

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 807 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number DG00450F

Property is also known as

Branta Cottage a Cottage That Sleeps 4 Guests in 2 Bedrooms
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About the area

Dumfries is home to this cottage. Caerlaverock Castle and Devorgilla Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caerlaverock Wetland Centre and Mabie Forest Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dumfries Ice Bowl or Lockerbie Ice Rink. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway

What's nearby

  • Caerlaverock Castle - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Dumfries Ice Bowl - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Dalscone Farm Fun - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Mabie Forest Park - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Sweetheart Abbey - 17 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station - 16 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coach & Horses - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Hitching Post - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Drummuir Farm - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Branta Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Branta Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Branta Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Branta Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in Dumfries, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ruthwell Church, Burns' mausoleum and Caerlaverock Castle. Dumfries Museum and Devorgilla Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Branta Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

We had a lovely stay in this beautiful cottage, would definitely recommend, and we will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value property with great view of the Nith river. Would recommended and stay again if in the area. Be aware it is on a road with regular passing traffic. It was a shame you cannot view the river from the garden/patio area if sitting as the fence is too high. We overcame this by moving the table into the parking area outside the cottage boundary.For some (strange) reason there is no front gate which means you need to walk some distance to exit the property on foot.Also, BEWARE, if taking a dog there is an additional charge. On Vbro this is hidden away/not made obvious and only came to light when contacted by the letting agent asking for an additional fee - NOT ACCEPTABLE in this day and age.It will make me think twice about booking through Vbro again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025