Shinnel House, beautifully positioned within its own garden, offers a tranquil retreat for up to 8 people. With spacious accommodation across two floors and shared use of the owner's adjacent cottage garden featuring riverside strolls beside Shinnel Water and expansive lawn views from big windows in the sitting room and conservatory.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8154 sq m
Popular amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
The current price is AU$1,072
AU$1,072
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Add dates for prices
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms
This beautifully positioned House sits within its own extensive and well-maintained garden and provides spacious accommodation for up to 8 people. The peaceful garden with riverside strolls beside Shinnel Water is shared with the owner who lives in an adjacent cottage. The ground floor features a sitting and dining room as well as conservatory, affording a larger party space to breathe before coming together as a family in the evenings. Big windows make for bright rooms and look out onto large expanses of lawn, a pond and small river (both unfenced), mature shrubs, a vegetable patch and terrace area with seating. Although you may be tempted to stay in all day and explore the garden, the surrounding area does not disappoint! The culture and history of Scotland can be discovered and enjoyed at many local sites, one of which is Drumlanrig Castle with its beautiful gardens and famous art collection. The highest village in Scotland at Wanlockhead with its sister village of Leadhills is nearby and is the home of Scotland’s Lead mining museum. The nearby village of Moniaive, a finalist in the 2018 Scottish Culture Awards, is well worth a visit and hosts regular events including a Folk Festival (May,) a Horse Show. (July) and various music events throughout the year. Local town of Thornhill has a range of shops, pubs, and cafes. The area gives an unrivalled cross section of life from days gone by through the industrial revolution to modern life; however, one thing that has not changed is the tranquil beauty that greets all who venture into Southern Scotland. Solway coast and Galloway Forest Park are within easy reach. Outdoor enthusiasts will also enjoy the many activities available on the door step, including walks and cycle routes with mountain bike tracks for all abilities, being geographically central for many of the 7Stanes mountain bike trails (Ae Forest, Mabie, and others), golf, fishing, clay pigeon shooting, and horse riding.
POSTCODE: DG3 4JT Shinnel House accepts bookings with an any day arrival for any of number of nights throughout the year Damage Deposit - £150 STL Licence: DG01054F EPC:D
Accommodation for up to 8 people across two floors: Ground floor comprised of entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, garden room, Double bedroom with zip n’ link beds, bathroom with over-bath shower, utility room. First floor: Double bedroom, Family room with 2 singles plus 2 additional trundle beds, shower room Services: Oil Central heating and electricity included * Multi-fuel stove with initial supply of logs* Washing machine & tumble drier * Electric oven and hob * Microwave * Fridge freezer * Dishwasher * Cot & Highchair available on request * TV with Freeview * WiFi (no suitable for streaming) * Patio with garden furniture * BBQ * Garden shared with owner * Bicycle Storage * Bed linen & towels provided * Parking for 3 cars * Sorry, no dogs * No smoking in house or grounds*
PLEASE NOTE – The garden is not enclosed and features an UNFENCED pond and river. Small children should be supervised.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Dishwasher
Freezer
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Furnished patio
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 is also known as
Shinnel House a House That Sleeps 8 Guests in 3 Bedrooms
555630
About the area
Thornhill is home to this cottage. Moat Brae National Centre for Children's Literature 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 Blackwood Loch and Romans and Reivers Route. Dumfries Ice Bowl and Dalscone Farm Fun are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Thornhill travel guide
Is Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms?
As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms on 17 Mar 2026 start from AU$1,072, 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 Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms located?
Situated in Thornhill, this cottage is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Drumlanrig Castle and within 12 miles (20 km) of Blackwood Loch and Morton Castle. Ellisland Farm is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) away.
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We loved our stay at Shinnel House. The garden really is lovely and we enjoyed staying home every other day. It was big enough for our family of 7 and had everything we needed.
We enjoyed the stay very much. A beautiful property with a small river and lots of wildlife. Just the thing for nature lovers. The kitchen was well equipped, so self-catering was easy.