Oceanside stay.At this Dumfries cottage, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of John Paul Jones Museum and 9 miles (15 km) of Sandyhills Beach. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Colvend Golf Club and New Abbey Corn Mill.
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil fired central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Welcome pack.. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is sea frontage, 20 yards away.. Hawthorn Cottage sits at the edge of Southerness’ vast sandy and rocky beach. This period, single-storey holiday property looks out across the Solway Firth with beautiful views of The Lake District and Scotland’s second oldest lighthouse. The cottage is set in a stunning position and enjoys uninterrupted views of the sea. The living room features a Smart TV with access to Netflix and Amazon Prime (via guests’ own accounts).
Situated in the heart of 7Stanes mountain biking country, this is an ideal location from which to explore castles, abbeys, mansions and ruins, or the Machars Peninsula and the Galloway Hills. The cottage is very close to RSPB Mersehead and WWT Caerlaverock is easily reached for a day out. In fact, the whole area is great for wildlife, much of which can be spotted from the cottage including otters, porpoises, thousands of barnacle geese in the winter and much more. The famously challenging Southerness championship links course is a five minute walk away.
Free WiFi
The shop is not open outside of the summer season.
From 1st January 2024 this property will no longer accept pets.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near the ocean
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Fishing
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number DG00463F
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries to the airport?
This cottage is 52.6 mi (88-min drive) away from the Carlisle (CAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries to the beach?
This cottage is 7 mi (24-min drive) from Sandyhills Beach and 9.7 mi (30-min drive) from Rockcliffe Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is 2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries to downtown Dumfries?
This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Southerness.
2 bedroom accommodation in Southerness near Dumfries Reviews
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From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gail Dean
Oct 7, 2025
A very comfortable, cozy very well equipped cottage in a great location looking out over the water a
A very comfortable, cozy very well equipped cottage in a great location looking out over the water and lighthouse. Easy walks from the cottage and great location to explore further afield. Thoroughly recommend it 🤗
Gail Dean
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alice Macdonald
Jun 8, 2025
Arrived in the dark.
Arrived in the dark. Next morning woke to sun streaming in through front door, coffee in the garden with the sea just beyond the picket fence. Idyllic.
Alice Macdonald
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Margo Mcgovern
Jun 8, 2025
Absolutely beautiful spotlessley clean cottage in a very scenic spot.
Absolutely beautiful spotlessley clean cottage in a very scenic spot.Looking over the solway firth and the lighthouse while having breakfast in the conservatory was fantastic.The owner Lorna is a lovely lady and she has thought of absolutely everything to make the cottage as comfortable as possible. The kitchen is large and is an absolute joy to cook in and has absolutely every utensil you could possibly need.The cottage is so warm and cosy and heats up very quickly, we were very lucky to have mild weather but i would imagine in the depths of winter it will still be cosy as you have the bonus of two log burners.We were fortunate on the weekend we arrived that the chip shop and local hotel were still opened so we made use of them both. The fish and chips was excellent and we had a meal in the paul jones hotel on the Saturday night, not fancy but good wholesame pub grub.We went back for a drink on Sunday afternoon and the log fire was roaring so it was lovely. Loads to do in the area and you don't have to drive too far, Loch Arthur farm shop is an absolute must, we bought a lot of stuff to bring home and also had our lunch which was absolutely delicious. Criffel is a must if you like hillwalking.You can walk either left or right on the beach directly from the cottage but be sure to check the tide times. One of the best accommodation we have stayed in.Thanks Lorna for the very generous welcome pack.Margo and Brian xx