In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife.

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A staircase with a wooden handrail and a mirror reflecting the steps.
A picnic table with benches in a grassy area with chairs and a house in the background.
A living room with two sofas, a cabinet with books, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A white building with multiple windows, surrounded by trees and a body of water.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Fishing available onsite
    A rare find — cast your line without leaving the property.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 168 bedrooms12 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Holywood, by Dumfries
  • Place, Dalscone Farm Fun
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Dumfries Ice Bowl
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

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2 Single Beds

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1 King Bed

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1 King Bed

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1 King Bed

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1 King Bed

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2 Single Beds

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2 Single Beds

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2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

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About this property

In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife.

In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife. An ideal retreat for a large family get-together or friends alike.. Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner

Dining room.

Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Oil Aga, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher

Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 5: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 6: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Second Floor:

Living room 2: Freeview TV, DVD Player

Bedroom 7: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 8: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Oil central heating(£30 per day, max £150 per week), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Bike store. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a fenced river just beyond the grounds. There is a significant drop from the drive.. Burnfoot of Cluden is situated in a lovely spot overlooking the River Cairn at East Cluden. Rural in character, but less than ten minutes’ drive from Dumfries, it sleeps up to 16, and is perfect for holidays for families and friends. Burnfoot is open all year round for holidays and short breaks. There are eight bedrooms and three bathrooms, an Aga in the kitchen, a wood burning stove in the living room and central heating throughout. There is wifi, two televisions with Freeview and a good selection of DVDs and books. There are lovely river views from the house and lots of outside space for children to run around in or for adults to relax in. Up to two pets are welcome. Dumfries and Galloway is a great location for walking and cycling, with a huge variety of country and coastal routes to explore. The river path along Cluden Water (as the Cairn is known on this stretch) can be accessed directly from the garden at Burnfoot. The Twelve Apostles stone circle is also within walking distance.

There is a huge choice of activities locally to suit all ages, including Drumlanrig Castle and Country Park, Cream o’ Galloway, Mabie Farm Park, Gracefield Arts Centre, Dumfries Museum, Caerlaverock Castle and Wetlands Centre, fishing and golf, and ice skating at Dumfries Ice Bowl. Dumfries and the surrounding area also have a great selection of restaurants, tea rooms and farm shops which are definitely worth investigating. Large supermarket 10 minutes’ drive. Shop and pub/restaurant 1 mile.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi



There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

There are large gaps between banister spindles.

There are steps within the property.

There are drops in the garden.

There is open water in the property grounds.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Property Registration Number DG01318F
Property # 8869446
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 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

About the area

Dumfries

Located in Dumfries, this cottage is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dock Park and Blackwood Loch, while Garden of Cosmic Speculation and Old Bridge House are cultural highlights. Dumfries Ice Bowl and Dalscone Farm Fun are also worth visiting.
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Holywood, by Dumfries

What's nearby

  • Dalscone Farm Fun - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Ellisland Farm - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Dumfries Ice Bowl - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Old Bridge House - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station - 11 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Granary - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cavens Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife.?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife. on 5 Dec 2026 start from AU$2,085, 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 In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In a rural setting, abundant in wildlife. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Garden of Cosmic Speculation, Dumfries Ice Bowl and Robert Burns Centre. Old Bridge House and Devorgilla Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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