Cottage sleeping 4 in a peaceful rural, riverside location

Top rated by guests
Sunroom leading to patio
Open plan kitchen/dining/lounge area
Kitchen and dining area
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
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10.0Outstanding
(7 Ratings)
The delightful cottage by the river is well-equipped, spotlessly clean, and offers lovely walks with superb hosts. It's spacious and exceeded expectations, making it one of the best rentals ever.
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(7 Ratings)

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4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this cottage rental

Riverside Cottage is a high quality, 2 bedroom self-catering holiday cottage located on the banks of the river Dryfe in the small, peaceful, rural village of Boreland, a few miles north of Lockerbie in Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland.

Riverside Cottage’s location is a great base for visiting local attractions in Dumfries & Galloway and enjoying cycling (within 30-60 minutes of 7 stanes routes), walking and golfing (7 courses within 30 minute drive) as well as catching the train for a day in Edinburgh or Glasgow. It is also perfect, however, if you just want to relax, unwind and enjoy the peace and quiet of the rural setting. Chariots of Fire Driving Centre is located in the village where you can book riding or carriage driving lessons or just have a look around at the ponies and other animals.

The cottage is perfect for a couple, family or 2 couples looking for high quality, comfortable self catering accommodation in a quiet, rural location. If you want to get away from the fast pace of life and feel the need to recharge your batteries, plan your trip to Dumfries & Galloway and make Riverside Holiday Cottage your home from home.

Riverside Cottage is a detached former bothy built c.1880 which has been renovated to a modern, high standard, luxury self-catering property. Occupying a stunning riverside location the cottage benefits from glorious views of the surrounding countryside. The property has a wonderful homely charm and features an open plan kitchen/dining/living area, a large spacious sunroom which opens out onto a patio area, electric heating throughout and a wood burning stove.

The kitchen has an electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. In addition to crockery and cutlery there is a large selection of utensils and equipment including a blender, hand mixer and coffee cafetiere.

The oak table and chairs provide a comfortable area to eat with views out of the double aspect windows.

In the living area there is a 43" smart TV, a DVD player and a bluetooth docking station along with two 2 seater sofas and double aspect windows, one with a window seat looking out onto the river. There is a selection of DVDs, books and games as well as a set of binoculars to watch the local wildlife.

The large, light sunroom has glorious views of the countryside and features a two seater sofa, a comfy armchair and a reclining swivel chair to relax in. Double doors lead out onto the large patio area which has a table and seating. There is also a garden bench situated in a shady spot by the river.

There is a spacious shower room with a large walk in shower, under floor heating and a heated towel rail. One bedroom has a kingsize bed while the other bedroom has twin beds. Both bedrooms have a wardrobe, storage drawers, long wall mirror and a hairdryer.

The holiday cottage is all on one level with a small step at the front door and steps out onto the patio. There is ample parking space. A rail fence runs along the river bank but please note this is not child proof so care should be taken if children are staying in the cottage.

There is an outside secure store suitable for bikes, wet and muddy clothes/boots and a heated clothes airer is available for indoor drying. There is an outdoor clothes dryer. A travel cot and high chair are available on request.

There is free wifi.

No pets. No smoking. Initial supply of logs provided for the woodburner. Linen and towels provided.

Check in is from 4pm and check out by 10am.

If you don't want to cook or eat out every night, our sister business Katering Allsorts may be able to provide home cooked food. Pots of soup and main courses ready to heat up, delicious puddings and yummy afternoon teas can be supplied for guests when pre-booked. A menu can be sent on request.

Tesco, Morrisons and Asda will deliver to the cottage.


Amenities at Cottage sleeping 4 in a peaceful rural, riverside location

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(7 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
The delightful cottage by the river is well-equipped, spotlessly clean, and offers lovely walks with superb hosts. It's spacious and exceeded expectations, making it one of the best rentals ever.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0
What a delightful cottage in a stunning setting by the river. Absolutely loved waking up and going to sleep to the sound of the water streaming by. The cottage was spotlessly clean and superbly well equipped with everything we needed for a relaxing week. Lovely walks from the door and even more within short drives away. Will be coming back for sure.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect accommodation
Perfect accommodation
What a fantastic property so well appointed with everything needed for a lovely relaxing break. Lovely hosts and added welcome pack included. Great home baking by Kate.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely lowland escape
Lovely lowland escape
We used the cottage as a base when spending a week away with our two children aged 7 and 9. There are lovely local walks from the door and/or a short drive away at Black Esk reservoir, which is also good for leisurely mountain biking on forest roads. We also used a couple of the local 7stanes mountain biking facilities (30 mins drive), visited the beach at Rockcliffe/Kippford (1hr) and spent a day at Threave Gardens and nature reserve (also 1hr). The property itself is bigger than it looks on the pictures and we found there was plenty of room for us. Everything we needed was there, the hygiene/covid protocols were unobtrusive, beds comfy, outside space more than ample for us to relax. Parking right next to the door, storage for bikes, inside or outside dining. The owners were great - and really succeeded on giving us our privacy but also being there if/when we needed. One of the best overall rentals we have ever experienced.
10.0 / 10.0
Wish we could have stayed longer!
Wish we could have stayed longer!
Superb top spec house in a beautiful location, great place to stay for a holiday base with excellent hosts. Some lovely goodies provided as a welcome treat and everything you would need is provided for in the house. Hope to return and will be recommending the property.
10.0 / 10.0
Tranquility resides here
Tranquility resides here
We had a wonderful time at the cottage quiet relaxed location Kate and Max were very kind and helpful.A home from home .
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent accommodation- clean and brilliant location. A real home from home.
Excellent accommodation- clean and brilliant location. A real home from home.
Perfect location and cottage makes an ideal base to explore.

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Cottage sleeping 4 in a peaceful rural, riverside location. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Cottage sleeping 4 in a peaceful rural, riverside location pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Cottage sleeping 4 in a peaceful rural, riverside location?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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