Arbigland Farm - Skylark Lodge
Dumfries and Galloway
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The Dumfries and Galloway coastline draws families seeking salt air and sand, and Skylark Lodge sits at the quieter end of that appeal—a self-contained retreat within the Arbigland Estate, steps from the shoreline. The lodge takes its name from the skylarks that call the surrounding fields home, and that sense of open countryside persists throughout your stay, even with sea views across the Firth and distant hills framing the horizon.
Inside, everything is on one level. The main living space brings kitchen, dining and lounge together in an open-plan layout, with French doors leading onto decking at the front. A wood-burning stove provides warmth and focal point for cooler evenings. The kitchen is fully fitted for self-catering—electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave and slow cooker all present—and the two bedrooms sleep four: one with a zip-and-link super king (or twin singles on request), the other with two single beds. There is one bathroom with bath and shower. Essentials including wi-fi, electricity, bed linen and towels are covered; a travel cot, highchair and fireguard are available if needed.
On-site parking is private, and the grounds include shared garden furniture and a barbecue. One dog is welcome. The lodge does not permit smoking. Beachcomber Escapes lies nearby if you're looking for local activities beyond the immediate shoreline.
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Check-in & check-out
Arrive after 16:00 Depart before 10:00
🚭 No smoking, please
What guests say
Stunning location with great facilities, I would fully reccomend.
4 months ago · via Google
Where do I begin? To say that shore cottage did not match our expectations would be a gross understatement!!! The place smelled awful and we were grateful to our son who arrived before us and asked us to buy air fresheners from Dumfries before we arrived. The place is run down and unkempt, windows cracked and rotting, pictures taken. Dead insect in kitchen cupboard. Old chipped crockery, dirty drapes. Old microwave with paint flaking off. Access to beach via a steep dangerous unmaintained path. We’ve rented numerous cottages throughout Scotland, this was the worst we have encountered by some considerable distance. We stayed one night and then left.
3 years ago · via Google
Spent a week at Shore Cottage on the Arbigland Estate in April 2018 . Comfortable accommodation in a wonderful spot and sensational views. Definitely recommended.
8 years ago · via Google
Fantastic getaway in a perfect location to see what Dumfries and Galloway has to offer. We stayed in the Lapwing Lodge. The lodge was cosy, light and big. The heating worked a treat but having the log burner on in the evenings was a true luxury. It had everything we needed and looked onto the beautiful hills in the distance. The lodge itself is right next to the beach and we spent hours looking for the fossils and playing with my 9yr old and dog. There are lots of walks around the estate and a 2 minute walk around the beach is a fantastic pub serving great food all day. The owner, Jamie, was incredibly helpful so our stay went without hitch. We were sad to leave and we will be back again!
8 years ago · via Google