Title: Pass the Keys | Beautiful 3BR Lodge - Stunning Beach and Golf Location 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 | Beautiful 3BR Lodge - Stunning Beach and Golf Location Holiday home in Dalbeattie ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78472700/78472626/cc756145.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78472700/78472626/95a47bd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78472700/78472626/135b47d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78472700/78472626/04581107.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78472700/78472626/90d09113.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Criffel Lodge, a serene beach retreat nestled in a beautiful golf course and woodland. Unwind in the spacious open-plan living area or on the balcony with views of the surrounding countryside. Enjoy family meals in the fully equipped kitchen, relax on the comfortable L-shaped sofa, and take advantage of nearby Sandyhills beach. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61195 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - 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 | Beautiful 3BR Lodge - Stunning Beach and Golf Location About this space Relax and unwind in this perfect beach retreat! Criffel Lodge is located on the edge of a beautiful golf course nestled within small woodland and stunning countryside. A short walk around the corner is one of the most gorgeous beaches in the region, Sandyhills. With it's golden sands the beach is the perfect setting for making those all important 'core memories'. Local wildlife visits the lodge, so sit back, relax and enjoy everything Criffel Lodge has to offer. Furry friends welcome! The space Drive up the winding track through a beautifully landscaped golf course and you will come across Criffel Lodge. Enter the lodge to find a large, spacious, open plan sitting, dining and kitchen area beneath a lovely vaulted lodge ceiling. The fully equipped kitchen is a great space for social meal preparation with a good size dining table for family meals. With patio doors in both the seating and dining areas, the space is light and bright during the day, but, is cosy and welcoming in the evening. A large and super comfortable L shaped modular sofa means there is plenty of space to relax in front of the tv in the evening or enjoy family games night! Enjoy morning coffee or an evening glass of wine on the balcony whilst admiring the views or watching the local wildlife (there is even a chalk board in the lodge to mark all the wildlife you have spotted!) The lodge has 3 bedrooms. Bedroom 1 is a good size double room with lovely views to the garden area and countryside beyond, bedroom 2 is again a spacious room with 2 single beds and views across to a charming small woodland area, bedroom 3 again has 2 single beds, each bedroom has built-in wardrobe space with plenty of room for belongings. The main bathroom has a bath with shower, WC & basin, however, the lodge also has the benefit of an additional separate cloakroom for convenience. There are gardens to the rear and side of the lodge with additional outdoor seating on the lawn area at the rear. The garden area is a good size with plenty of grass space for children to play between those all important visits to Sandyhills beach. Sandyhills is just around the corner and a short walk from the lodge and is one of the regions most stunning beaches. There are plenty of things to do when staying at Criffel Lodge, sunny days at the beach (we actually get more here in Scotland than you may think!), golf on the doorstep, hiking and walking routes and the 7Stanes cycle trail in nearby Dalbeattie, are only a few of the activities to enjoy during your stay. We are delighted to welcome back year after year many regular guests at Criffel Lodge and we are so happy that over the years our beautiful part of this stunning and incredible region will be a part of so many happy childhood memories. We're looking forward to hosting you at Criffel Lodge! Guest access Guests will have use of the entire property and gardens. Other things to note PLEASE NOTE:- The lodge garden & balcony area is not enclosed. Furry friends are welcome (maximum of 2 well behaved) for an additional fee of £30. Please advise by message via this booking platform if you wish to bring your pet/s. 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 License Number: DG01661F ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### 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: 1,195 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=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=113413976&PinnedHotelID=113413976&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96680000/96678400/96678358/f813e556.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pass the Keys | Traditional Scottish Cottage in Beautiful Location Rockcliffe - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=96678358&PinnedHotelID=96678358&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74310000/74301300/74301264/10af16f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Drovers Cabin - a chalet that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Dundrennan, Kirkcudbright - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=74301264&PinnedHotelID=74301264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120560000/120553500/120553482/5cf5b7b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Genuine log cabin, Solway Coast. 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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 3200455 ## About the area ![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%7C54.88019%2C-3.73878&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mxoyBTW6pJjDsOHMd89tsH-NM2I=) Dalbeattie, SCT #### What's nearby - Sandyhills Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Colvend Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Rockcliffe Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles - Dalscone Farm Fun - 37 min drive - 26.1 miles - Galloway Forest Park - 56 min drive - 37.9 miles #### Getting around - Dumfries Station - 26 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 93 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Paul Jones Hotel - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Ark Tea Room By The Sea - ‬9 min drive - ‪Kings Arms - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Mariner - ‬7 min drive - ‪Anchor Hotel - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pass the Keys | Beautiful 3BR Lodge - Stunning Beach and Golf Location pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Pass the Keys | Beautiful 3BR Lodge - Stunning Beach and Golf Location? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Pass the Keys | Beautiful 3BR Lodge - Stunning Beach and Golf Location? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pass the Keys | Beautiful 3BR Lodge - Stunning Beach and Golf Location? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pass the Keys | Beautiful 3BR Lodge - Stunning Beach and Golf Location located? > Situated in Dalbeattie, this golf holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Sandyhills Beach and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Rockcliffe Beach. 7stanes - Dalbeattie and Kippford Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pass the Keys | Beautiful 3BR Lodge - Stunning Beach and Golf Location Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire G. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dumfries and Galloway A wonderful, restful family time holiday x ##### Claire G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet H. 30 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### half term break lovely setting ,veryeast to settle into, good areafor family activites ##### Janet H. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Peter B. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Location #### The Road to Ruin your Car The location was not nearly as convenient as staying in Kippford. The road to the property is terrible. The weather made using the golf course and beach impossible. Both fridges were damaged. Ice fridge hasn't been defrosted in ages. Constant beeping of systems was both annoying and troublesome. Only double bed was comfortable. Others were not. I would not recommend this property to anyone. ##### Peter B. 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