Whether you are looking for the independence of a self-catering holiday cottage, or the chance to relax and unwind in a small guest house, offering bed and breakfast plus optional home-cooked evening meals, then we would be delighted to be of service.
We first visited Dumfries and Galloway in 2005, after having to cancel a holiday to Croatia at the last moment. We instantly fell in love with the area and the people, and ended up buying our own holiday cottage up here. Two years later and we have moved up from Yorkshire, leaving behind stressful jobs in the Health Service and Social Care to set up our own small guesthouse and holiday rental business, welcoming others to share the beauties of this idyllic retreat.
Dumfries and Galloway is one of Scotland's forgotten treasures. While most tourists simply pass it by on their way to the better known Highlands, those in the know recognise it as a tranquil hideaway, full of natural beauty and historic interest. Free from the crowds which marr the more well-trodden pathways further North, the area offers something for everyone, where historic castles and abbeys, many dating from times when Lords of Galloway still asserted their independence from the Scottish throne, lie betwixt rolling coastal plains and rugged hillsides dotted with remote lochs, while beautiful coastlines beckon the visitor to stop and while away the hours. Thanks to the Gulf Stream, which washes the Western shores, the region enjoys one of the mildest climates in the UK, reflected in the sub-tropical plants flourishing in many of the area's gardens.
In September 2007, we began welcoming visitors to stay at 'Forest Edge' , a comfortable and well-equipped self-catering cottage for up to 4 people, on the edge of the small town of Dalbeattie. While local facilities are just a short walk away, the cottage enjoys a quiet location, bordering on miles of unspoilt woodland, with views to the surrounding hills, just 5 minutes drive from delightful seaside villages such as Kippford and Rockliffe (known to some as the Solway Riviera!), with the Galloway Hills only a short drive to the north-west. Golfers, cyclists and walkers, anglers, birdwatchers and history lovers will all find plenty to interest them in the surrounding areas, while others may prefer just to relax and unwind amidst the beautiful scenery and enjoy the variety of local pubs, restaurants and tearooms.
We are pleased to say that, after extensive refurbishments, 'Croft House' , our small and friendly mini-guest house near Wigtown (Scotland's national booktown), opened its doors to guests on 1st March 2008. Croft House is situated in the heart of the Galloway Machars, a quiet backwater, full of history and natural beauty, yet within easy reach of the main A75 Stranraer to Dumfries trunk road. The area is a paradise for nature lovers and walkers, with a variety of attractions within easy reach, including a number of historic castles and abbeys, beautiful gardens, nature reserves and picturesque seaside villages like Portpatrick and Isle of Whithorn. Newton Stewart, gateway to the Galloway Hills, is just 7 miles up the road. Offering a choice of continental or cooked breakfast, using fresh local produce wherever possible, with packed lunches and evening meals available on request, we aim to offer a high level of individual service to ensure our guests enjoy their stay in this peaceful and picturesque rural retreat.
Dogs are welcome at both locations, and, at Croft House, we can offer secure storage for bikes and muddy shoes etc.!
Member of Association of Dumfries and Galloway Accommodation Providers
In September 2007, we began welcoming visitors to stay at 
mini-guest house near Wigtown (Scotland's national booktown), opened its doors to guests on 1st March 2008. Croft House is situated in the heart of the Galloway Machars, a quiet backwater, full of history and natural beauty, yet within easy reach of the main A75 Stranraer to Dumfries trunk road. The area is a paradise for nature lovers and walkers, with a variety of attractions within easy reach, including a number of historic castles and abbeys, beautiful gardens, nature reserves and picturesque seaside villages like Portpatrick and Isle of Whithorn. Newton Stewart, gateway to the Galloway Hills, is just 7 miles up the road. Offering a choice of continental or cooked breakfast, using fresh local produce wherever possible, with packed lunches and evening meals available on request, we aim to offer a high level of individual service to ensure our guests enjoy their stay in this peaceful and picturesque rural retreat.
