Title: Pass the Keys | Spacious 3BR Cottage in Beautiful Rural Setting Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pass the Keys | Spacious 3BR Cottage in Beautiful Rural Setting ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80800000/80795400/80795364/814a9d12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80800000/80795400/80795364/3b7fcab2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80800000/80795400/80795364/41ee35d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80800000/80795400/80795364/99b1cb68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80800000/80795400/80795364/26a52365.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of rural South West Scotland, this charming cottage in Haugh of Urr village offers a warm and welcoming space. Unwind by the open fire, enjoy family games or meal times in the separate dining area. The fully equipped kitchen is perfect for meal preparation, while bedrooms 1 & 3 offer relaxing seating areas with comfortable beds. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61604 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pass the Keys | Spacious 3BR Cottage in Beautiful Rural Setting About this space New to the holiday let market, the cottage is located pride of place as you enter the charming, rural village of Haugh of Urr in South West Scotland, the cottage is both spacious and welcoming. With the separate kitchen, dining and sitting areas, along with 3 good size bedrooms, there is plenty of room for a comfortable stay for 6 people. Surrounded by beautiful Scottish countryside, the cottage is ideal for walkers, cyclists and ramblers or the perfect get away to simply unwind and relax. The space The cottage has a warm and welcoming sitting room complete with open fire, perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine in the evening, family games night or a night in front of the TV. The fully equipped kitchen is great for meal preparation and with the separate but adjacent dining area, meal times can be a great social event! Bedroom 2 is located on the ground floor, is a good size, with comfortable double bed and plenty of storage. Bedrooms 1 & 3 are both on the 1st floor. Bedroom one has a King size bed, dressing table, good storage space and relaxing seating area. Bedroom 3 has two single beds and a beautiful cot for guests arriving with an infant. To the rear of the cottage, leading to the back garden, there is a small conservatory area with seating, the perfect place for morning coffee on sunny mornings (we have more than you think in Scotland!). There is a large back garden with lawn area and patio. The cottage is ideally located as a base to explore all that the stunning region of Dumfries & Galloway has to offer. In the village itself, The Laurie Arms, an award winning local pub, serves fantastic meals and is in easy walking distance from the cottage. The town of Dalbeattie is only 6 minutes drive from Haugh of Urr, here you will find supermarkets, restaurants, cafe's and a selection of independently run shops. On arrival at the cottage you will find dedicated off-street parking at the rear of the property with enough room for 2 cars Guest access Guests will have unlimited access to the house & garden. Other things to note If you would like to make use of the cot please note that your own linen will be needed as linen is not supplied for this. Off street parking is available at the rear of the property for 2 cars. Supermarkets Tesco in Castle Douglas. Co-op/ spar in Dalbeattie and Castle Douglas. Local Restaurants Laurie Arms in Haugh of Urr. Ernespie Farm. Loch Arthur. Restaurants in Castle Douglas/ Dalbeattie eg Mr Pooks. Local Attractions Playpark and walk along river in village. Walks along country lanes eg up to church. Trains Dumfries Buses Haugh of Urr, opposite pub. Key Selling Points Cottage in rural location with outstanding views. Easy access to coast and Castle Douglas food town. Local pub in village within a few minutes walk. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys we require guest verification, which is provided by Superhog. Upon confirming your booking, Superhog will reach out to the lead booker through a secure link, providing detailed instructions for verification. The online verification process requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay. Once verification is successfully completed, the check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property. Pets - allowed Smoking - not allowed ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,604 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113420000/113414000/113413976/a747e5ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### COSY LODGE SLEEPS 6 NEAR BEAR AND FORESTS Kippford - Pet-friendly - Laundry 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=113413976&PinnedHotelID=113413976&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18770600/18770511/e1b1c123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heron Lodge, edge of Mabie Forest with breathtaking surrounding views Sleeps 4 . 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 3207141 ## About the area Castle Douglas is home to this holiday home. Old Bridge House and Dumfries Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Threave Castle and Devorgilla Bridge. Dumfries Ice Bowl and Galloway Activity Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Castle Douglas travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Douglas.dx182747) [View more Holiday homes in Castle Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Douglas-Private-Holiday-Homes.d182747-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.97566%2C-3.85828&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HtVsXL7qOwbqy7Y3nP5ivdCDN9g=) Castle Douglas ### What's nearby - Threave Garden - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles - Kippford Beach - 13 min drive - 9.1 miles - Lock Ken - 16 min drive - 13.0 miles - Threave Castle - 18 min drive - 8.0 miles - Galloway Forest Park - 33 min drive - 27.7 miles ### Getting around - Dumfries Station - 26 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 72 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Kings Arms - ‬5 min drive - ‪Designs Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Halikarnas Fish & Chips - ‬6 min drive - ‪Nikos - ‬6 min drive - ‪Lochview Motel And Restaurant - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pass the Keys | Spacious 3BR Cottage in Beautiful Rural Setting pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Pass the Keys | Spacious 3BR Cottage in Beautiful Rural Setting? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pass the Keys | Spacious 3BR Cottage in Beautiful Rural Setting? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pass the Keys | Spacious 3BR Cottage in Beautiful Rural Setting located? > Situated in Castle Douglas, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of 7stanes - Dalbeattie, Threave Garden and Kippford Beach. Threave Castle and Colvend Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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