Title: Beautiful 5BR House near Gretna Green with Garden | Pass the Keys 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 # Beautiful 5BR House near Gretna Green with Garden | Pass the Keys Holiday home in Lockerbie with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109790000/109788800/109788723/9eaae286.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109790000/109788800/109788723/4ecabff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109790000/109788800/109788723/2a432eb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109790000/109788800/109788723/534ceb1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109790000/109788800/109788723/0cc696c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located near Gretna Green, Notwen Bower offers the perfect setting for family gatherings and weddings. Enjoy quality time in the spacious kitchen with range cooker, unwind by the wood burner in the sitting room or relax on private balconies. The property welcomes furry friends and features a playroom for children. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathrooms2002 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### Beautiful 5BR House near Gretna Green with Garden | Pass the Keys A beautiful detached home ideal for extended family breaks and perfect for weddings at the famous Gretna Green! The large kitchen with range cooker, sitting room with wood burner and bedrooms with private balconies make this a wonderful destination for those looking to explore the wonderful region of Dumfries and Galloway. Close to Gretna it is an ideal base for a wedding party or extended family. Furry friends are welcome. The space Arrive at Notwen Bower and you will be greeted by the impressive house and gardens. GROUND FLOOR KITCHEN:- You will find a spacious, fully equipped and beautifully presented kitchen with large table that will seat 12 guests comfortably, the perfect setting for breakfast, a light lunch or full evening meal you will find everything even the most demanding chef could wish for and with the range cooker and additional oven there is plenty of room to prepare the most ambitious meal! MAIN SITTING ROOM/FORMAL DINING ROOM:- The main sitting room is located at the rear of the house with views over the gardens. Comfy sofa's are arranged to make the most of the spectacular fireplace and wood burning stove making this the ideal space to get together for a cosy evening. The room is warm, welcoming and cosy in cooler months and is just perfect to host a family Christmas! SNUG/PLAYROOM:- In addition to the main sitting room there is another spacious sitting/play room. This is a great spot to escape the hustle and bustle of the main house with a good book or to watch your favourite TV show. If you have children in your party, this is ideal as a playroom, equipped with games and a TV and with comfortable seating they will quickly claim this room as their very own! It has a patio door leading directly out to the garden and play area. BEDROOM 1:- Great for guests with restricted mobility, this ground floor bedroom has a super comfortable double bed and lovely doors opening to the gardens. BATHROOM:- For convenience there is also a bathroom located on the ground floor. With shower cubicle, WC and basin this is great for guests staying in the ground floor bedroom. UTILITY ROOM:- A very handy room with washing machine, ideal for wet clothes after hiking or cycling. FIRST FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM:- The master bedroom suite really is a wonderful space! A large room beautifully presented, it sports a comfortable double bed. The room has double doors that open out to a private balcony area which is perfect for a relaxing morning coffee! The private ensuite bathroom with bath is the ideal place to soak away the days activities with a glass of bubbly! In addition, there is a separate dressing room with dressing table and wardrobes. BEDROOM 3:- Again with an en-suite bathroom with full size bath, over bath shower, WC and basin, this spacious bedroom is light and bright with it's own private balcony. BEDROOM 4:- The twin room, with 2 single beds this is a great room for any children in the party. BEDROOM 5:- A good size bedroom with double bed and plenty of storage for personal belongings. Guests 11 & 12 would sleep on one of the sofa beds within the property. OUTSIDE SPACE Notwen Bower benefits from a charming large garden with lawned spaces, beds, orchard trees and even a swing set for children with boundless energy! The seating area is ideal for getting together on long warm summer evenings (we have more than you may think here in Scotland!). There is ample car parking on the driveway of the house for up to 5 cars. THE AREA On the doorstep of Gretna Green, Notwen Bower is the perfect base for exploring this historical area and areas further afield on both sides of the border! Dumfries & Galloway boasts a wealth of activities to cater for everyone, from the most beautiful hiking & cycling routes to paddle boarding, clay pigeon shooting to a day with Highland cows there really is something to do every day. The region is supremely rich in history with various castles, ruins and even the birthplace of JM Barrie's Peter Pan. We can't wait to welcome you! Guest access Guest will have access to entire property and private garden. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process. The online verification 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 the verification process is successfully completed, 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 ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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: 2,002 square feet ## Similar properties ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27330000/27323700/27323619/w1920h1076x0y4-5857e695.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magnificent stone built house for 10-17 on the stunning Annandale way Annan - 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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 3884970 ## 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%7C55.02567%2C-3.13547&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GqXOKPb-RRkH8uDQL8g_FnDck1c=) Kirkpatrick-Fleming #### What's nearby - Spoilt Spa at Smiths - 4 min drive - 4.0 miles - Old Blacksmith's Shop - 5 min drive - 4.6 miles - Annandale Distillery - 10 min drive - 8.8 miles - Solway Coast - 23 min drive - 19.6 miles - Hadrian's Wall Path - West - 37 min drive - 30.8 miles #### Getting around - Gretna Green Station - 9 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive - ‪Scotland's Last Flsh And Chips - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Gretna Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful 5BR House near Gretna Green with Garden | Pass the Keys pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Beautiful 5BR House near Gretna Green with Garden | Pass the Keys located? > Situated in Lockerbie, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Spoilt Spa at Smiths, Old Blacksmith's Shop and The Devil's Porridge. Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace and Annandale Distillery are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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