# 375 Dog-friendly holiday cottages in Dumfries & Galloway (2026)

> 375 dog-friendly holiday cottages in Dumfries & Galloway, best reviewed first — including Cressfield Villa. Ratings, locations and details.

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375 listed · best reviewed first

Updated 9 November 2026 · Ratings from Google · [All holiday cottages in Dumfries & Galloway](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages)

[Dog-friendly 375](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/dog-friendly) [Hot tub 10](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/hot-tub) [Sleeps 10+ 33](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/large-groups) [For couples 96](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/for-couples)

[Lockerbie Cressfield Villa ★ 4.7 (273) Three-bedroom villa in Lockerbie with enclosed garden, parking and one free pet; suits families or groups meeting up nearby.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/cressfield-villa-uk12472) [Castle Douglas Gatehouse Lodges - Millers Hill ★ 4.9 (124) Two-bedroom lodge near Castle Douglas with views across fields, wood burner, and space for a family of four or two couples.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/gatehouse-lodges-millers-hill-ukc9254) [Castle Douglas Gatehouse Lodges - Silver Birch ★ 4.9 (124) Two-bedroom lodge near Castle Douglas with coastal views, garden access and free pet stay in rural Galloway.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/gatehouse-lodges-silver-birch-uk12077) [Sanquhar Sunnyside ★ 4.9 (115) Two-bedroom cottage in Sanquhar village with enclosed garden; one dog stays free.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/sunnyside-uk35999) [Dumfries Arbigland Farm - West Lodge ★ 4.8 (85) Two-bedroom ground-floor lodge on a working farm near Dumfries, with full kitchen and heating included.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/arbigland-farm-west-lodge-uk51635) [Kirkcudbright High Kirkland Holiday Cottages: Heron View ★ 4.9 (71) Two-bedroom coastal cottage near Kirkcudbright with hot tub, woodburner and everything needed for a self-catering stay.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/high-kirkland-holiday-cottages-heron-view-25983) [Kirkcudbright High Kirkland Holiday Cottages: Robin’s Nest ★ 4.9 (71) Robin's Nest, Kirkcudbright: four-bedroom barn conversion sleeping eight, a mile from the artist's town and its harbour.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/high-kirkland-holiday-cottages-robin-s-nest-25982) [Kirkcudbright High Kirkland Holiday Cottages: The Byre ★ 4.9 (71) Converted stone byre near Kirkcudbright with hot tub, sleeping 4 across two bedrooms and a single bathroom.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/high-kirkland-holiday-cottages-the-byre-25984) [Castle Douglas Montys ★ 4.4 (86) Three-bedroom apartment above a working bar in Castle Douglas, sleeps 9, pets free.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/montys-uk45213) [Newton Stewart Machermore Castle - South Lodge ★ 4.0 (108) Three-bedroom lodge on the Machermore Castle estate near Newton Stewart, with woodland walks and access to Galloway Forest Park.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/machermore-castle-south-lodge-uk31880) [Newton Stewart Machermore Castle - The Bothy ★ 4.0 (108) Machermore Castle - The Bothy, Newton Stewart: three-bedroom cottage with river views, fully equipped kitchen and heating included.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/machermore-castle-the-bothy-uk37502) [Newton Stewart Machermore Castle - West Lodge ★ 4.0 (108) Four-bedroom lodge on a 30-acre woodland estate near Newton Stewart, with an enclosed garden and free pet stays.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/machermore-castle-west-lodge-uk7137) [Thornhill Liftingstane Farmhouse ★ 5.0 (41) Four-bedroom farmhouse near Thornhill sleeping 8, with two sitting rooms, enclosed garden and parking for 4 cars.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/liftingstane-farmhouse-uk10452) [Thornhill Liftingstane - Liftingstane Cottage ★ 5.0 (41) Converted barn with 2 bedrooms near Thornhill in Nithsdale Valley, within reach of walking, fishing and castle gardens.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/liftingstane-liftingstane-cottage-uk5232) [Dalbeattie Whitecroft - Myrtle Cottage ★ 4.9 (38) Converted granite barn near Dalbeattie with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, enclosed garden and working farm setting; dog-friendly and walkable to countryside.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/whitecroft-myrtle-cottage-28177) [Telford Telford Cottages - Telford Manor House ★ 4.5 (49) Telford Manor House, Dumfries and Galloway: 13-bedroom listed manor built by engineer Thomas Telford, sleeps 28 across two kitchens and multiple living spaces.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/telford-cottages-telford-manor-house-ukc9408) [Telford Telford Cottages - The Coach House ★ 4.5 (49) The Coach House, Telford: two-bedroom cottage in Dumfries and Galloway countryside, one dog welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/telford-cottages-the-coach-house-uk51792) [Dumfries Driftwood ★ 4.9 (31) Single-storey beach house in Dumfries and Galloway sleeping 10, with direct access to sand and level access throughout.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/driftwood-24424) [Dumfries Driftwood Cottage ★ 4.9 (31) Two-bedroom cottage near Dumfries with views over the village and sea; enclosed garden and pet-friendly.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/driftwood-cottage-uk46060) [Newton Stewart Airyhemming Farm ★ 4.4 (38) Seven-bedroom farmhouse near Newton Stewart with countryside views, hot tub and private fishing on the river.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/airyhemming-farm-cc537213) [Newton Stewart Airyhemming - Kelbrook ★ 4.4 (38) Airyhemming – five-bedroom detached farmhouse near Newton Stewart with hot tub, sauna and countryside views.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/airyhemming-kelbrook-uk5737) [Castle Douglas Grobdale of Girthon - The Byre ★ 5.0 (24) Two-bedroom barn conversion near Castle Douglas with underfloor heating, dishwasher, and a wood burner; one dog welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/grobdale-of-girthon-the-byre-uk7145) [Castle Douglas Grobdale of Girthon - The Croft ★ 5.0 (24) One-bedroom barn conversion on a 65-acre farm estate near Castle Douglas, with underfloor heating and a wood burner.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/grobdale-of-girthon-the-croft-uk7147) [Castle Douglas Grobdale of Girthon - The Dairy ★ 5.0 (24) The Dairy, Castle Douglas: a converted barn on a 65-acre estate, sleeping 4 in 2 bedrooms with ground-floor access throughout.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/grobdale-of-girthon-the-dairy-uk7146) [Stranraer Harbour Row - Gigha ★ 4.9 (24) Two-bedroom cottage in Drummore village, right by Luce Bay, with open fire and enclosed garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/harbour-row-gigha-27100) [Stranraer Knockinaam House ★ 4.9 (22) Four-bedroom detached house near Stranraer with full kitchen, two living rooms, and parking for six cars.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/knockinaam-house-uk38135) [Dumfries & Galloway Blaeberry Cottage ★ 5.0 (19) Two-bedroom cottage in Dumfries and Galloway with hot tub and enclosed garden, suitable for families or couples.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/blaeberry-cottage-28061) [Dumfries Burnfoot of Cluden ★ 4.8 (20) Eight-bedroom house near Dumfries sleeping 16, with direct access to riverside walks and the Twelve Apostles stone circle.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/burnfoot-of-cluden-26965) [Stranraer Kirklauchline Cottage ★ 4.9 (18) Traditional cottage on the Rhins of Galloway peninsula, 3 miles from Portpatrick, with sea views and enclosed garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/kirklauchline-cottage-uk31977) [Stranraer Kirklauchline Pods - Douglas ★ 4.9 (18) Modern pod near Stranraer with sea views, one bedroom, sleeps two, one dog welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/kirklauchline-pods-douglas-uk49286) [Stranraer Kirklauchline Pods - Keith ★ 4.9 (18) One-bedroom pod near Stranraer with open-plan living, double bed and shower room; sleeps 2, one dog welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/kirklauchline-pods-keith-uk49287) [Annan North Lodge ★ 5.0 (16) This detached lodge is in the hamlet of Brydekirk near to Annan and can sleep 6 people in three bedrooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/north-lodge-syk937510) [Newton Stewart Peace ★ 5.0 (15) Peace, a converted byre on a Dumfries and Galloway farm, sleeps 4 in two bedrooms near Newton Stewart's coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/peace-skkm) [Newton Stewart Quiet ★ 5.0 (15) One-bedroom converted byre on an organic farm near Newton Stewart, with access to Machars Peninsula beaches and Galloway Forest Park.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/quiet-skkl) [Castle Douglas Knocktinkle ★ 4.7 (18) Two-bedroom cottage near Castle Douglas with direct access to Mossyard and Carrick beaches, set in a converted Georgian schoolhouse.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/knocktinkle-uk5243) [Dumfries & Galloway Swallow Lodge ★ 5.0 (14) Detached lodge in rural Dumfries and Galloway, sleeps 4, with mountain biking and walking on the doorstep.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/swallow-lodge-28810) [Stranraer East Challoch Farm Dairy Cottage ★ 4.9 (14) Three-bedroom farmhouse cottage near Stranraer with countryside and sea views, sleeping six across dual bathrooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/east-challoch-farm-dairy-cottage-uk51184) [Newton Stewart River Cottage ★ 5.0 (13) Two-bedroom cottage opposite River Bladnoch near Newton Stewart, with Bladnoch Distillery and Galloway Forest within easy reach.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/river-cottage-cc537216) [Dumfries Woodend ★ 5.0 (13) Two-bedroom cottage near Dumfries where your dog stays free and all rooms are on the ground floor.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/woodend-uk11811) [Dalbeattie Cowar Bothy ★ 5.0 (12) Cowar Bothy, Dalbeattie: fully equipped one-bedroom coastal cottage with wood burner, ensuite shower and enclosed garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/cowar-bothy-uk41678) [Newton Stewart Wee Dug Hoose ★ 5.0 (12) Stone cottage for four near Newton Stewart, with direct access to Machars Peninsula countryside and coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/wee-dug-hoose-uk5006) [Port Logan Rose Cottage ★ 5.0 (11) Ground-floor cottage for two near Port Logan beach, Dumfries and Galloway, with pets welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/rose-cottage-uk47670) [Stranraer Home Farm - The Farmhouse ★ 4.8 (12) Seven-bedroom farmhouse near Stranraer sleeping 18, with hot tub and games room; ideal for large family groups.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/home-farm-the-farmhouse-uk31814) [Stranraer Home Farm - The Hawthorns ★ 4.8 (12) Four-bedroom stone cottage near Stranraer with hot tub, sleeping 10, close to Dunragit and local attractions.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/home-farm-the-hawthorns-uk45616) [Dumfries Seascape Cottages - Ashgrove ★ 4.2 (17) Four-bedroom coastal cottage in Dumfries and Galloway, 500 yards from beach, with hot tub and games room.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/seascape-cottages-ashgrove-uk41956) [Dumfries Seascape ★ 4.2 (17) Two-bedroom coastal cottage in Dumfries and Galloway with sea views and direct beach access.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/seascape-uk51041) [Dumfries & Galloway Blackloch ★ 4.8 (11) Blackloch, a 3-bedroom farmhouse near Gatehouse of Fleet with ground-floor living and first-floor bedrooms, sleeps 6.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/blackloch-uk38270) [Dumfries Arbigland Farm - Lapwing Lodge ★ 4.5 (13) Two-bedroom ground-floor lodge on Arbigland Estate near Dumfries, with woodburner and coastal access for four guests.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/arbigland-farm-lapwing-lodge-uk51640) [Moffat Barnhill Bothy ★ 4.9 (10) One-bedroom detached cottage near Moffat with a fully equipped kitchen, parking and enclosed garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/barnhill-bothy-w3819) [Newton Stewart Palmallet Cottage ★ 5.0 (9) Palmallet Cottage, Newton Stewart: two-bedroom coastal base for families and dogs, with ground-floor layout and enclosed garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/palmallet-cottage-cc537145) [Dumfries & Galloway Crofts Cottages - Marwhin Cottage ★ 4.8 (10) Detached cottage for four on a 3000-acre Galloway estate, with woodland walks and a stream at your door.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/crofts-cottages-marwhin-cottage-swws) [Dumfries & Galloway Crofts Cottages - Marwhin House ★ 4.8 (10) Marwhin House, Dumfries and Galloway: three-bedroom detached cottage with full heating, linen and towels included, sleeps six.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/crofts-cottages-marwhin-house-swwr) [Dumfries Kestrel Lodge ★ 4.7 (10) This welcoming lodge is situated on the outskirts of Dumfries, Scotland and can sleep four people in two bedrooms. There is a £300 GHB on this property.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/kestrel-lodge-syk989531) [Castle Douglas Kirkennan Lodge ★ 4.8 (9) Four-bedroom lodge on the Kirkennan Estate near Castle Douglas, with access to the River Urr and shared grounds.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/kirkennan-lodge-cc537230) [Dumfries & Galloway Arkland Mill ★ 4.9 (8) Four-bedroom detached mill house in Dumfries and Galloway, surrounded by hills with woodland walks from the door and beaches within reach.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/arkland-mill-sttz) [Glentrool Corrafeckloch Forest Cottages ★ 4.0 (12) This detached cottage is located on the outskirts of Newton Stewart near Kirkcudbright, and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/corrafeckloch-forest-cottages-syk957390) [Dumfries Arbigland Farm - Arthurs Cottage ★ 4.1 (11) Three-bedroom cottage on a working farm near Dumfries, sleeping 6, with a full kitchen, three ensuite bathrooms and parking for two cars.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/arbigland-farm-arthurs-cottage-uk51636) [Dumfries Arbigland Farm - Curlew Lodge ★ 4.1 (11) Wooden lodge on Dumfries coast with two bedrooms, wood burner and private grounds; one dog welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/arbigland-farm-curlew-lodge-uk51677) [Dumfries Arbigland Farm - Powillimount Cottage ★ 4.1 (11) Three-bedroom coastal cottage near Dumfries sleeping six, a five-minute walk from the beach on a working farm.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/arbigland-farm-powillimount-cottage-ukc9312) [Dumfries Arbigland Farm - Shore Cottage ★ 4.1 (11) Three-bedroom cottage on a working farm with the beach a minute's walk away, near Dumfries.](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/cottages/arbigland-farm-shore-cottage-ukc9314)

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## Quick answers

How many dog-friendly holiday cottages are there in Dumfries & Galloway?+

We list 375 in Dumfries & Galloway. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which dog-friendly holiday cottages in Dumfries & Galloway are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Cressfield Villa (4.7/5, 273 reviews), Gatehouse Lodges - Millers Hill (4.9/5, 124 reviews) and Gatehouse Lodges - Silver Birch (4.9/5, 124 reviews).

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