Title: Pass the Keys | Traditional Scottish Cottage in Beautiful 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 | Traditional Scottish Cottage in Beautiful Location ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96680000/96678400/96678358/f813e556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96680000/96678400/96678358/b16a8d4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96680000/96678400/96678358/615bbc8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96680000/96678400/96678358/72cfceb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96680000/96678400/96678358/00538442.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of the Scottish Riviera, The Cottage offers a warm welcome with an open plan sitting and dining area featuring a wood burner. Unwind in the spacious garden with multiple seating areas and enjoy access to Rockcliffe beach within walking distance. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61001 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Kitchen - 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 | Traditional Scottish Cottage in Beautiful Location About this space Relax & unwind in this charming traditional Scottish cottage located in the 'Scottish Riviera'. With 3 bedrooms (sleeping 6) the cottage is set in one of the most desirable villages along the Solway Coast within easy walking distance of Rockcliffe beach. Deceptively large, the cottage offers everything you could need for your stay along with a welcoming wood burner for cooler months and large, enclosed garden to enjoy in summer. We look forward to welcoming you soon! The space Part of the charm of 'The Cottage' is it's quaint, traditionally Scottish appearance from the outside but revealing somewhat of a 'Tardis' on the inside! The open plan sitting & dining area is a spacious but welcoming space offering the opportunity for a cosy evening in front of the wood burner after a fun filled day exploring all this beautiful area has to offer. Enjoy a relaxing night in front of the TV on the comfortable sofas, or, there is plenty of room for family games night! The dining table will seat 6 comfortably for meal times and patio doors lead out to the enclosed garden. The kitchen is fully equipped and makes preparing anything from a light lunch to full evening meal a breeze! The main bathroom is large and boasts a bath & separate shower and is the perfect space for a long soak after a busy day exploring our gorgeous region. For convenience there is also a separate cloakroom with WC & basin. OUTSIDE SPACE The sitting room patio doors lead out to a gorgeous mature garden with multiple seating areas and feature pond. Relax with a morning coffee or evening glass of wine in this private, enclosed space and let the stresses & strains of everyday life drift away as you are entertained by the visiting local bird & wildlife. THE AREA Rockcliffe is one of a string of villages along the Solway Coast. Known as the 'Scottish Riviera' it boasts some of the most expensive properties in the region! There are fantastic coastal and forest walking opportunities with the Kippford to Rockcliffe round trip taking around 1.5 to 2 hours and offers incredible views. For Golfers there is Craigieknowes Golf Course, a scenic 9 hole, par 3 course or Colvend Golf course, both only minutes from the property. In addition the championship grade links course at Southerness is only 20 minutes away. Dumfries and Galloway is a cyclist’s paradise. You can Ride the Coast, Ride the Uplands, Ride the South Coast 200 or choose Day Rides. Dalbeattie Forest is one of the 7stanes cycling trails and in all there are over 17km of cycling trails linking Dalbeattie to Colvend, Sandyhills and Kippford. Kippford has two fantastic restaurants at local hotels The Mariner & The Anchor which offer a wide menu from traditional pub food to seafood specials and the nearby Clonyard Hotel offers fantastic options for dining out. Rockcliffe beach is of course within walking distance of the cottage and is a great adventure for children as they discover the rockpools and local sea life, a short drive away you will also find Sandy Hills beach, with it's long stretch of golden sands this is one of the most popular beaches with the locals of Dumfries & Galloway. We do hope to welcome you soon and are sure you will want to return time and again. Guest access Guests will have access to the entire cottage and garden area. Other things to note I have chosen the award-winning property management company Pass the Keys® to manage the cottage and make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Pass the Keys® provide a fantastic standard of service for short-let properties like mine meaning the cottage is professionally managed. Stay with the peace of mind that comes from a property which has been professionally cleaned and all supplied linen & toiletries are of hotel quality. Also provided is 24/7 guest support before and during your stay. The local community-based team of Pass the Keys® personally inspects each home to certify they have met with the Pass the Keys® Property Readiness Standard. Additional rules \* Parties are strictly prohibited \* Smoking is strictly prohibited \* Extra guests are not allowed unless advised otherwise \* Respect for neighbours is highly appreciated. \* Keep the noise down between 10pm and 8am \* This is your home away from home, please care for it as such. \* Please make sure to lock the door and all the windows when leaving the property. \* Any damages/missing items/missing linen will be chargeable \* Please advise us at time of booking if you are bringing pets, there is an additional cleaning charge of £30 for pets, if not declared/paid for prior to your stay the fee will be charged after your departure. Thank you 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 ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - 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 ### Things to do - Golfing nearby ### 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: 1,001 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### 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 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 3626635 ## 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%7C54.86029%2C-3.78526&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Bgnt9G-YaGG9k8otScCTeOjZpOA=) Rockcliffe #### What's nearby - Rockcliffe Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles - Colvend Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles - Sandyhills Beach - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles - Kippford Beach - 7 min drive - 1.5 miles - 7stanes - Dalbeattie - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles #### Getting around - Dumfries Station - 41 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 89 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kings Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Ark Tea Room By The Sea - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Beagle Country Pub - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Mariner - ‬6 min drive - ‪Anchor Hotel - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pass the Keys | Traditional Scottish Cottage in Beautiful Location pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pass the Keys | Traditional Scottish Cottage in Beautiful Location? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pass the Keys | Traditional Scottish Cottage in Beautiful Location? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pass the Keys | Traditional Scottish Cottage in Beautiful Location located? > Situated in Dalbeattie, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Rockcliffe Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Kippford Beach and Colvend Golf Club. Sandyhills Beach is 3.1 mi (5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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