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 16•8 bedrooms•12 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Garden
Explore the area
Holywood, by Dumfries
Dalscone Farm Fun
Place, Dalscone Farm Fun
6 min drive
Dumfries Ice Bowl
Place, Dumfries Ice Bowl
7 min drive
Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club
Place, Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club
7 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
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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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.
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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