Friars Carse Country House Hotel

Property class: 3

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Located close to Robert Burns Hermitage and Ellisland Farm, Friars Carse Country House Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to an arcade/games room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is £99
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with a four-poster bed, two bedside lamps, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a four-poster bed, two bedside lamps, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a radiator, a window with curtains, a fluffy rug, and a floral wallpaper.

Family Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a green and white checkered throw pillow, and a bottle of champagne in a bucket. There are two lit candles on the bedside table and a glass of champagne on the floor.

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • River view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with two pillows, a blue upholstered headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Family Quadruple Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Valley view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a chandelier, a table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a four-poster bed, two bedside lamps, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A house with a red roof, brick chimneys, and a garden with pink flowers.

Dun Mohr - 2 Bed - Self Catering Only

  • Valley view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Dun Beag - 1 Bed - Self Catering Only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Dumfries, Friars Carse Country House Hotel is in the historical district and near a train station. Ellisland Farm and Moat Brae National Centre for Children's Literature are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club and 7stanes - Mabie. Robert Burns Hermitage and Robert Burns Statue are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Dumfries travel guide
Map
Auldgirth, Dumfries, Scotland, DG2 0SA

What's nearby

  • An ancient stone structure with arches and columns, featuring a central arched window.
    Sweetheart Abbey
    27 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Morton Castle
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ellisland Farm
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Dalscone Farm Fun
    13 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club
    15 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station
    20 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    103 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Cavens Arms
    11 min drive
  • The Robert the Bruce (Wetherspoon)
    11 min drive
  • Riverside Tap
    11 min drive
  • Greggs
    10 min drive

About this property

Friars Carse Country House Hotel

  • Historic hotel near Robert Burns Hermitage
  • Located close to Ellisland Farm, Friars Carse Country House Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and a library.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • Tour/ticket information, a banquet hall and outdoor furniture
    • 1 meeting room, coffee/tea in reception and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have amenities, such as free WiFi, kitchen islands and room service.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • Mini fridges, dishwashers and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1793
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is Friars Carse Country House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Friars Carse Country House Hotel?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Friars Carse Country House Hotel on 21 Sept 2026 start from £99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Friars Carse Country House Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Friars Carse Country House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Friars Carse Country House Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Friars Carse Country House Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this historic hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Robert Burns Hermitage and Ellisland Farm. Robert Burns Statue and Moat Brae National Centre for Children's Literature are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Friars Carse Country House Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 418 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely food and such a beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Staff were amazingly friendly, kind and helpful. Great service. Enjoyed staying at an historical but well maintained property in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, fantastic staff, would stay again. However it us very tired and a bit tatty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our brief stay here, would have happily stayed longer and plan to return if in the area. The property is beautiful and sits in stunning grounds, which we thoroughly explored thanks to the walk recommended by Stuart. We were made to feel very welcome by Ben at reception. Our room was spacious, clean, and comfy. We dined at the restaurant and had an exceptional meal. Stuart was once again on hand to recommend a local ale and take us through the vegan options. The food was incredibly tasty. The free continental breakfast is a nice touch too. Thank you to all the staff for making our stay so wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely pet friendly, lovely hotel with excellent grounds for dog walking. Would definitely use again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an odd place. Quite nice looking from the outside and the downstairs reception room and the dining room look the part for a traditional Scottish hotel. However from there it’s pretty much downhill all the way. From windows that haven’t been washed in a long time to windows that haven’t seen a lick of paint in decades to a shower without its glass frame and door and too short a shower curtain and stained hall and bedroom carpets, this place needs a revamp and probably needed it 20 years ago. The dinner menu was bizarre. Heavily Japanese with a multitude of supplements and quite expensive for the class of hotel. Breakfast is just continental with more supplements for cooked Scottish breakfast and when I say continental, it was bare minimum continental with tinned fruit and cheapest of bread. The bill was wrong when I left but that quickly got fixed. Unfortunately we won’t be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff friendly. Nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff, meals, cleanliness, grounds and the history were exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were very pleasant and food good. Hotel is in a lovely setting beside the River Nith.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is not modern but very full of character. The room was large with a comfortable bathroom. The staff were friendly which added to the atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel, staff are great. Hotel is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful hotel, super friendly staff, beautiful surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were helpful and friendly, their secret weapon is the fantastic chief who offers an amazing dinner menu.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Scottish gothic meets Fawlty towers. Carpets were worn, bed like marshmallow, bath big enough for toddlers. Food was ok but not brilliant. Staff were entertaining. Dark wood panelling, windows that needed a good clean. But the bones were good and I could feel the ghost of Rabbie walking the grounds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel needs work but the staff are brilliant and it was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wondering atmosphere, good food and brilliant staff..well done!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice period hotel,, stunning countryside location,, nice restaurant bar,,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely comfortable room, very quiet location near river, good food and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place right on the river side.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet country house hotel in lovely surroundings. A charming, old-style design that is harder to find these days. Very relaxing, peaceful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful location

Beautiful location, went fly fishing in the river while I was there, food was good too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Fantastic hotel ,location beautiful and the staff super friendly and really helpful . Food was excellent . Definitely recommend this hotel .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Spotless room, all staff polite, welcoming and accommodating. Great food at dinner, breakfast might need updating a little but totally acceptable. Premises gorgeous in communal areas but needs a little updating too. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable state and very good food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024