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A warm friendly welcome awaits you at The Cheese House self-catering cottage, ideal for couples and families of up to four. Enjoy a peaceful break on our organic working farm, set amid the stunning scenery of Dumfries and Galloway.
The Cheese House comprises of an ensuite family room with double bed and bunk beds, a living/ dining room, a fully fitted kitchen and another bathroom. The bedroom has a wardrobe, chest of drawers, two bedside tables, towel rail and digital television. Beds are made up for your arrival and towels and additional bedding are provided. The Cheese House has central heating so is lovely and warm.
The living/ dining room has a four seater dining table, a digital television with DVD player and a selection of DVDs, a sofa and a single bed (for added sleeping capacity...A warm friendly welcome awaits you at The Cheese House self-catering cottage, ideal for couples and families of up to four. Enjoy a peaceful break on our organic working farm, set amid the stunning scenery of Dumfries and Galloway.
The Cheese House comprises of an ensuite family room with double bed and bunk beds, a living/ dining room, a fully fitted kitchen and another bathroom. The bedroom has a wardrobe, chest of drawers, two bedside tables, towel rail and digital television. Beds are made up for your arrival and towels and additional bedding are provided. The Cheese House has central heating so is lovely and warm.
The living/ dining room has a four seater dining table, a digital television with DVD player and a selection of DVDs, a sofa and a single bed (for added sleeping capacity). The fully fitted kitchen is designed to meet all your needs with a washing machine, microwave, electric oven and hob, toaster, fridge and small freezer. Additional freezer space is available on request.
Between the months of March and June it is lambing time on the farm and guests are welcome to help feed the lambs. The Cheese House is ideally situated within Dumfries and Galloway for easy access to local attractions. There is lots to do in the area including walking, fishing, mountain biking, golfing and horse riding. In addition come and see local castles, art, gardens, wildlife and museums.
Prices include linen, electricity and heating.
Dogs are welcome but are charged £10 per dog.
Open all year round. Free Wi-Fi.
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
Dogs are welcome providing that they are not left in the property unattended and that they are kept on a lead
Bedrooms
1 Double1 Bunk
Bathrooms
1 Full bath1 Attached (ensuite)
Meet the host
Zan K
Hosting since March 2014
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests: The farmhouse (where my husband and I stay) is located directly opposite the Cheese House, so we are available to welcome you to the property and answer any queries you may have during your stay.
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Lovely remote peacefull place. Owners are so helpfull and friendly. WTching the cows ducks and chickens was a great experience. Even the weather didnt ruin the trip.
Visited September 2023
Written 29 September 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Coastal824051
London, United Kingdom2 contributions
Relaxing family holiday in the Scottish countryside
The cottage was ideal for our family group, which ranged in age from 10 to 83. Our hosts Zan and Joe were friendly and welcomed us on arrival with a box of eggs from the hens and ducks which roamed freely around the farm. We loved the combination of the bustle of the farm yard and the tranquility of the surrounding countryside. The cottage was comfortably furnished and well equipped. Having two bathrooms and the extra bed in the living room worked well for our multi-generational household. We would happily visit again.
Visited July 2021
Written 20 July 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Barkers1950
Crediton, United Kingdom2 contributions
Stunning outlook, comfortable and spacious accommodation. Peaceful, loved it!
The cottage is on a farm, off the beaten track and absolutely wonderful if you want to escape your usual daily urban hassle. Uninterrupted views of miles of country side from the windows, ducks and hens milling around your doorstep and out door sitting area. Inside the cottage is very comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped, all fittings are of a high quality. There are even two TV s with two DVD players, excellent if it’s wet and you have 2 or 3 kids. There are two bathrooms ( one is en-suite) another important point if you are visiting with the family. The place was always nice and warm, another excellent feature particularly if you arrive back after a wet and cold trek.
We love walking, and here deep in the countryside the opportunities are endless, we even saw RED squirrels on one walk! Dumfries is quite close and coastal walks / beaches are not too far away. Parking is available out side the cottage, the owners are very helpful and friendly.
We are definitely hoping to visit again.
Visited September 2020
Written 21 October 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Geoffrey H
2 contributions
Homely cosy cottage in a beautiful setting
Spacious, warm and well equipped. Beautiful tranquil setting with easy access to many other attractions. Nearby beach is excellent and scenery gorgeous. Loved watching the animals and birds on the farm.
Some of the equipment is a bit dated and the TV tiny but this didn’t stop our enjoyment of our stay.
Visited October 2020
Written 11 October 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
AAMcH
25 contributions
Great place to stay, with a bonus of animals galore!
We stayed here last year and we loved it as much this year as last! The property is as advertised, with all the amenities you could possibly need. The comforts of home and friendly farm animals to enjoy!
Visited August 2019
Written 29 September 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Justine N
1 contribution
Perfect family stay
We had a brilliant time at the cheese house. It was bigger than expected, had everything we needed and nice and warm. The children loved having the farm just outside the door and there are so many forests and beaches to explore not far away. We didn't want to leave. Thank you
Visited August 2019
Written 1 September 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
jeanlaingmccrink
North Berwick, United Kingdom3 contributions
Enjoyed our stay at The Cheese House very much and would definitely go back.
Great location. Ideal for our short break. The owners were very welcoming and it was lovely to be on a working farm . A good mix of farm animals for visitors to look at but also a serious farming area. Brilliant. Although we come from Dumfries and Galloway but no longer live there it was great to be reminded of what a stunning part of Scotland it is.
Visited May 2019
Written 20 May 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Claire W
Newcastle, United Kingdom4 contributions
Peaceful, cosy and beautiful
We thoroughly enjoyed our short weekend break at The Cheese House. There’s a warm welcome of homemade tea bread and tea/coffee making facilities when you arrive and the cottage was warm and cosy. The organic farm is fascinating with a view of the Galloway Belted Cattle from the kitchen window and a very friendly tan with impressive horns a short walk away. Great location to travel
To and from. We visited WWT Caerlaverock 20 x mins away to see 10.000 barnacle geese! Zan is a very friendly host whom our dogs warmed to immediately!
Visited October 2018
Written 25 October 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Catherine L
1 contribution
Perfect View
My Mum and and I had a fab time. The owner was away for the weekend but she left us a lovely wee note and fab cake lol Kathleen was on hand to welcome us and she was just great. The place was in spotless and well equipped. The views are just beautifu. We both had a good weekend and we also had nice weather. I would recommend it I think it would appeal to a wide range of people.
Visited September 2018
Written 11 September 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Pioneer801750
Lovely stay
Had a lovely stay again. The cottage is in a beautiful, rural location and is really quiet.
The beds are comfy and there was everything you need in the kitchen and bathrooms. Lovely hosts as well. Thanks for the cake Zan!
Visited August 2018
Written 25 August 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
The quiet and tranquil nature of the scenic area is superb for walking. We have a walking leaflet with a series of seven walks, varying in difficulty and length, which start from the cottage door. The quiet roads are also superb for cyclists.
The unspoilt nature of the area is ideal for a variety of wildlife species to thrive. In the countryside surrounding the cottage you can spot red squirrels, roe deer, buzzards and red kites. We are close to the Dark Skies Galloway Forest Park and therefore the cottage is ideally located for star gazing. There are plenty of nature reserves in the area too, the Wildlife and Wetland Trust at Caerlaverock and RSPB Mersehead are close by. Esk Rigg at Lockerbie is the best place to be guaranteed to see red squirrels and the Red Kite Trail at Laurieston, where the kites are fed every day at two o'clock, is a must see.
There is lots to do in the area for families. Drumlanrig Castle is a fun day out for the whole family with a beautiful stately castle, adventure playground, and walking and cycling routes through the forest. At Cream O' Galloway, where delicious ice cream is made, you can watch the cows being milked, climb up the viewing tower or zoom down the flying fox.
Locally, Thornhill is an attractive town with free parking and lovely independent shops including the 101, Tag and Voila for fashion; Thomas Tosh and Memories for gifts; and A Taste of Galloway and John G Renicks Butcher for great locally produced foods.
Ellisland Farm, home of the famous poet Robert Burns, is a popular museum nearby where Burns wrote some of his best known poems including Tam O' Shanter. Here you can enjoy the peaceful setting, guided tours and riverside walk. In Dumfries you can also visit his house which is now a museum and also the Robert Burns Centre.
There are several local golf courses (Thornhill and Sanquhar) and links courses (Powfoot and Southerness) nearby. The cottage is 4km from the River Nith, one of Scotland's most productive rivers, where salmon and sea trout can be caught. The 7Stanes mountain biking trails are also easily accessible from the cottage.
Kirkcudbright is the regions artists town where many of the Glasgow Boys lived and worked in the early twentieth century, today it is a thriving art community with several galleries and shops. In the immediate vicinity, Lucianne Lassalle's studio at Wallaceton offers classes throughout the year. The Spring Fling, held on the last weekend in May, covers the length and breadth of the region and is Scotland's leading visual art and craft open studio event.
There are several regional festivals, including the Newton Stewart Walking Festival in May, the Dumfries and Galloway Arts Festival also in May, The Kirkcudbright Jazz Festival in June, the Wickerman Festival in July, and the Lockerbie Jazz Festival in September.
Getting around
The best way to enjoy the area and make the most of the activities on offer is via car, we have plenty of free parking.
Access
Car required
How to get there
We would recommend that guests staying in the Cheese House have access to a car as there is no public transport direct to the property. Please see the directions below for how to find the cottage:
By Car: From the South:
Take the A75 to Dumfries and then the A76 towards Kilmarnock. Approximately six miles from Dumfries turn left off the A76 at the Auldgirth Barbecue Pit. (We are three miles from the A76 - follow signs in the shape of sheep). Take your first right, second left towards Glenmidge, next right, right again and Low Kirkbride Farm is the first farm on your left.
By Car: From the North:
Take the M74 south. Exit at junction 14 taking the A702 towards Elvanfoot and Thornhill. After approximately 15 miles turn left onto the A76, go through Thornhill. After six miles turn off the A76 at Auldgirth towards Dunscore. (We are three miles from the A76 - follow signs in the shape of sheep). Take your first right, second left towards Glenmidge, next right, right again and Low Kirkbride Farm is the first farm on your left. .
If you would prefer to fly and hire a car, Glasgow Airport is 74 miles from the Cheese House, Edinburgh Airport is 89 miles from the property, and Newcastle International Airport is 97 miles away. Alternatively, Dumfries train station is 12 miles away.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilitiesWatersports
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 2 pm • Check out by 10 am
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
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