Dumfries & Galloway self-catering cottages

Holiday homes & accommodation in Dumfries & Galloway

Situated on the Scottish border with England and overlooking the deep, flowing tidal waters of the Solway Firth, our Dumfries and Galloway cottages offer an exciting destination with lots going on. Forming the western area of the Southern Uplands, the region is comprised of the historic counties of Dumfriesshire and the Stewartry of Kirkcudbright together with Wigtownshire, which are collectively known as Galloway. Popular for its sandy beaches and dense forests, our holiday accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway well-loved by mountain bikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Stay in our Biggar cottages, Dumfries cottages or Castle Douglas cottages to explore the different villages and areas within this great region.

Close to our cottages to rent in Dumfriens and Galloway, the Galloway Forest Park is diversely populated by wildlife, including endangered red squirrels, cute pine martens and bounding red deer. View the verdant landscapes from the top of a disused windmill, explore the depths of an old lead mine and visit the house made famous by Robert Burns in Ayr, a few miles outside the region. Venture out to the regional villages and towns of Moffat, Castle Douglas, Newton Stuart and the beautiful Rascarrel Bay. Enjoy all of this from our holiday cottages in Dumfries and Galloway, some of the best of our Scotland cottages.

The world-famous Gretna Green is in Dumfries and Galloway, well-known in years gone by as the place were young couples used to elope for secret marriages. It’s still a fun place for a photo opportunity for newly-weds visiting Scotland. The coast enjoys views to the south of the mountain and hill peaks of the Lake District. Enjoy a break in a Dumfries and Galloway log cabin with a hot tub and a wood burner, or a lodge set right at by the shore of a loch. Pick out a sublime holiday cottage in Dumfries and Galloway for a tranquil break north of the border.

Browse our collections of holiday lets in Dumfries and Galloway:

Lodges - Hot tub cottages - Dog-friendly cottages - Luxury cottages - Farm cottages - Coastal cottages - Large cottages

For more inspiration on where to go and what to see in this amazing region, check out our guide to the Scottish Borders today. It will give you lots of ideas on what to do, what to see and places to stay during your Dumfries and Galloway holiday.