Title: Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach. 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 # Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach. Cottage in Dumfries with kitchen ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89656500/89656415/8a5b36ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89656500/89656415/93dfcd7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89656500/89656415/f8d767bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89656500/89656415/5ab51215.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89656500/89656415/612677dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Ashgrove, a haven just 500 yards from the sandy beach. Enjoy the sun in your private hot tub or relax with family and friends in the games room. Take in sea views to the south and Criffel's majestic hills to the north. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Laundry - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach. Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach. After a day exploring, come back and have fun in the games room or hot tub.. 2 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview Smart TV Dining room: French Doors Leading To Garden Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Games Room. Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. . Front garden. Back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.. Ashgrove is set just 500 yards from the long sandy beach at Southerness and is one of three spacious and beautiful detached holiday properties and is the ideal base for exploring south-west Scotland. It enjoys a sea view to the south and views of Criffel and the Galloway Hills to the north, and are ideal for family and friends to relax and unwind in. They each have a hot tub, and a games room to keep everyone occupied. Located on the spectacular Solway Coast near Dumfries and close to the stunning Galloway Forest Park, Britain’s largest forest park, this is a popular area for walkers and cyclists with world class mountain biking at Dalbeattie 7Stanes nearby. The area offers unspoilt villages, dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches, rocky coves, magnificent gardens, castles and ancient monuments to explore. Wildlife abounds and the RSPB nature reserve is just along the coast. A championship golf course, Southerness Golf Course, is just 500 yards away, with a further good selection of golf courses within Dumfries and Galloway. Other activities include fishing, riding and sailing. The small village of Southerness with its quaint lighthouse that stands on the Solway Firth is well worth a visit, and 3 miles away is the home of John Paul Jones (founder of the American Navy). The area of Dumfries and Galloway has a lot of border history and many historical attractions including castles and many connections to Robbie Burns. Sweetheart Abbey, Drumlanrig Castle and Gardens and Mabie Farm Park are all within easy reach. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests. Free WiFi There are steps to the property. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - 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 - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117040000/117038400/117038378/999d31be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 3 bedroom townhouse by the coast, close to all amenities. 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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that 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 Property Registration Number DG00678P 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 su-UK41956-UK41956 ## 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%7C54.88004%2C-3.60032&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TZQzmctGlZesGk5qRqo-7VYIZ0c=) Southerness, near Dumfries #### What's nearby - Sandyhills Beach - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles - Sweetheart Abbey - 18 min drive - 11.9 miles - Mabie Forest Park - 25 min drive - 16.2 miles - Caerlaverock Castle - 41 min drive - 28.4 miles - Caerlaverock Wetland Centre - 43 min drive - 29.5 miles #### Getting around - Dumfries Station - 24 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 83 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Paul Jones Hotel - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Beagle Country Pub - ‬12 min drive - ‪Steamboat Inn - ‬9 min drive - Anchor Hotel Bar - ‪The Fish & Chip Shop - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach. located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of John Paul Jones Museum, Sandyhills Beach and Colvend Golf Club. New Abbey Corn Mill and Sweetheart Abbey are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Conveniently located just 500 yards from the sandy beach. 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