Dairy House sleeps up to five people in 4-Star comfort. The three-bedroom, dog-friendly cottage is on a family-run farm a few miles from Kirkcudbright and close to Meikle Ross. The views of the coast and countryside are beautiful at any time of year, interrupted only by the odd cow or red kite. It is a wonderful place to stop and recharge, enjoying spending time with family and friends in very comfortable surroundings.
Escape to the beautiful south-west coast of Scotland with a stay at Creel Cottage. The dog-friendly cottage is on a private farm and just steps from the beach at Ross Bay. There is space for up to four people to sleep in two bedrooms, giving couples, families and friends easy access to Kirkcudbright, Brighouse Bay, Meikle Ross and Galloway Forest Park. There are big sky views, fantastic pubs and restaurants, and a wealth of history, nature and adventure to enjoy.
Byre by the Sea is one of four lovely self-catering properties on the family-run Ross Farm. The single-storey holiday cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is the perfect get-away-from-it-all property with its fantastic waterfront location on breathtaking Ross Bay. It is an excellent year-round holiday destination with lots for everyone to do from beachcombing to golf, mountain biking and sightseeing. This part of Scotland is incredibly peaceful and remarkably unspoiled, yet very easy to reach, and staying here will almost feel like you have been let in on a beautiful secret.
The owners of The Old Cheeseloft believe that life is better by the sea and, once you have stayed at this fantastic waterfront property, you will agree with them! It is one of three beautifully renovated self-catering holiday cottages on the owner's 500-acre farm, steps away from the beach at Ross Bay with incredible views towards the Isle of Man, Solway Firth and the Cumbrian Fells. Guests can enjoy breathtaking walks along the coast or through the countryside, fish, play golf, mountain bike or rock climb. Nearby towns offer plenty of places to eat and drink, as well as shopping, galleries and museums showcasing Scotland's incredible history. With space for five people in three bedrooms, The Old Cheeseloft is perfect for families and friends.
Janevale is perfect for your next family holiday in the southwest of Scotland. The charming stone holiday cottage sleeps six people in three bedrooms with a kitchen well-equipped for self-catering and a beautifully kept garden. It's a short stroll from Janevale to shops, a golf course, tea rooms, restaurants and other amenities in Kirkcudbright. There is an enormous choice of places to walk, cycle and fish, including around the spectacular Solway Coast and beside the River Dee. There is plenty to do within a few miles, giving you endless ways to enjoy your holiday in all seasons.
"Glenauld Cottage, Kirkcudbright" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright. This Visit Scotland 3 star graded cottage is dog friendly with enclosed garden, home to a wide variety of wild birds, nice and cosy for 2 but also large enough for 6 people. Located in a peaceful private rural setting, overlooking an old hard...
"118 High Street, Kirkcudbright" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Kirkcudbright. 118 High Street is a lovely spacious traditional town house over 3 floors, comfortably sleeping 8 making an ideal base for families or groups. With a large kitchen and dining area with French Doors leading into the conservatory with a wood...
"Blue Door - Kirkcudbright" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright. Kirkcudbright is a historic chocolate box town resting on the banks of the River Dee on the north Solway coast in Scotland. The small port town is best known for its bustling fish train and Blue Flag marina, as well as hosting a range of shops,...
"2 Burnside Place" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Kirkcudbright. Kirkcudbright sits on the banks of the River Dee and is home to a blue flag marina, popular for fishing. Its wide streets and pastel-coloured houses make for an attractive town centre where you can visit the Tolbooth Museum, Broughton House and...
"Mackenzie House, Kirkcudbright" is a 3 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright. Mackenzie House has the prime spot in Kirkcudbright for seeing MacLellan's Castle as the traditional townhouse apartment looks straight out to the Castle. The house is in the original part of the “artists town” and has been in Meg Walker’s...
"Robin's Nest, Kirkcudbright" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Kirkcudbright. Robin’s Nest, a spacious barn conversion is located in a rural, yet not remote setting, close to the town of Kirkcudbright, graded 4* by Visit Scotland, offering accommodation for 8 over 2 floors. Ideal for multi generation family holidays or a...
"Selkirk Arms Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Selkirk Arms Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"The Cheeseloft - Spacious one bed with terrace" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Haven Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Star Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 3 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Cosy apartment in popular harbour town" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"The Fish House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Kirkcudbright Holiday Apartments - Apartment G" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Kirkcudbright Holiday Apartments - Apartment F" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Kirkcudbright Holiday Apartments - Apartment C" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Kirkcudbright Holiday Apartments - Apartment D" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Serendipity" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Glenauld Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Sinclairs" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Kirkcudbright Holiday Apartments - Apartment A" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Blue Door - Kirkcudbright" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"The Steading at Castle Creavie Farm" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright.
"Pass the Keys Beautiful House With Stunning Views Kirkcudbright" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kirkcudbright.
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There is no shortage of cottages in Dumfries and Galloway, including plenty in Kirkcudbright. Some visit Kirkcudbright to trace their family roots (it’s the area of the Clan MacLellan). Others come for the spectacular natural scenery that lends itself perfectly to walking, cycling and scenic drives. The light and landscape have made Kirkcudbright an artists’ town too, with some of its medieval, Georgian and Victorian buildings now hosting independent shops and galleries.
Plan a self-catering holiday in one of our Kirkcudbright holiday cottages and get ready to tick everything off your bucket list! We’ve even got some that are dog-friendly. Scottish hospitality is legendary, too. Not only will you find locally distilled whisky widely available, but also a memorable choice of food and drinks in local restaurants and pubs. Kirkcudbright isn’t simply worth a visit — it should be at the top of your list of places to see in Scotland!
Pack your days with adventure, history and excitement, and your nights with music and spectacular stargazing when you stay in Kirkcudbright.
If you’re travelling from one of the major cities in the UK, below shows an average distance to Kirkcudbright, so you know what to expect when choosing to visit by car.
London: 368 miles
Birmingham: 255 miles
Glasgow: 103 miles
Liverpool: 184 miles
Bristol: 337 miles
Manchester: 180 miles
Leeds: 188 miles
Edinburgh: 105 miles
Newcastle: 114 miles
Dumfries & Galloway offers a captivating mix of rugged natural landscapes, carefully designed Georgian and Victorian buildings, and history dating back centuries. After more places to stay? Here are our top picks: