Title: Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms 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 # Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms Cottage in Thornhill with furnished balcony and fireplace ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70290000/70289000/70288923/4ae4e2b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70290000/70289000/70288923/2d3aaf35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70290000/70289000/70288923/1b861d5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70290000/70289000/70288923/c1413d97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70290000/70289000/70288923/9f9ce7ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Shinnel House, beautifully positioned within its own garden, offers a tranquil retreat for up to 8 people. With spacious accommodation across two floors and shared use of the owner's adjacent cottage garden featuring riverside strolls beside Shinnel Water and expansive lawn views from big windows in the sitting room and conservatory. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81658 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms This beautifully positioned House sits within its own extensive and well-maintained garden and provides spacious accommodation for up to 8 people. The peaceful garden with riverside strolls beside Shinnel Water is shared with the owner who lives in an adjacent cottage. The ground floor features a sitting and dining room as well as conservatory, affording a larger party space to breathe before coming together as a family in the evenings. Big windows make for bright rooms and look out onto large expanses of lawn, a pond and small river (both unfenced), mature shrubs, a vegetable patch and terrace area with seating. Although you may be tempted to stay in all day and explore the garden, the surrounding area does not disappoint! The culture and history of Scotland can be discovered and enjoyed at many local sites, one of which is Drumlanrig Castle with its beautiful gardens and famous art collection. The highest village in Scotland at Wanlockhead with its sister village of Leadhills is nearby and is the home of Scotland’s Lead mining museum. The nearby village of Moniaive, a finalist in the 2018 Scottish Culture Awards, is well worth a visit and hosts regular events including a Folk Festival (May,) a Horse Show. (July) and various music events throughout the year. Local town of Thornhill has a range of shops, pubs, and cafes. The area gives an unrivalled cross section of life from days gone by through the industrial revolution to modern life; however, one thing that has not changed is the tranquil beauty that greets all who venture into Southern Scotland. Solway coast and Galloway Forest Park are within easy reach. Outdoor enthusiasts will also enjoy the many activities available on the door step, including walks and cycle routes with mountain bike tracks for all abilities, being geographically central for many of the 7Stanes mountain bike trails (Ae Forest, Mabie, and others), golf, fishing, clay pigeon shooting, and horse riding. POSTCODE: DG3 4JT Shinnel House accepts bookings with an any day arrival for any of number of nights throughout the year Damage Deposit - £150 STL Licence: DG01054F EPC:D Accommodation for up to 8 people across two floors: Ground floor comprised of entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, garden room, Double bedroom with zip n’ link beds, bathroom with over-bath shower, utility room. First floor – Double bedroom, Family room with 2 singles plus 2 additional trundle beds, shower room Services: Oil Central heating and electricity included \* Multi-fuel stove with initial supply of logs\* Washing machine & tumble drier \* Electric oven and hob \* Microwave \* Fridge freezer \* Dishwasher \* Cot & Highchair available on request \* TV with Freeview \* Patio with garden furniture \* BBQ \* Garden shared with owner \* Bicycle Storage \* Bed linen & towels provided \* Parking for 3 cars \* Sorry, no dogs \* No smoking in house or grounds\* PLEASE NOTE – The garden is not enclosed and features an UNFENCED pond and river. Small children should be supervised. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Freezer - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Furnished patio - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,658 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71020000/71015800/71015743/a501f017.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bedroom Miners Cottage - Wanlockhead D & G Wanlockhead - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 4 reviews £182 includes taxes & fees 20 Oct - 21 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=71015743&PinnedHotelID=71015743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70260000/70257300/70257239/ac8f5367.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### You will love the space both inside and out. 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 Shinnel House a House That Sleeps 8 Guests in 3 Bedrooms 555630 ## About the area Thornhill is home to this cottage. Blackwood Loch and Romans and Reivers Route reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dumfries Ice Bowl and Dalscone Farm Fun. Galloway Activity Centre and The Green Frog are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Thornhill travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thornhill.dx182829) [View more Cottages in Thornhill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thornhill-Cottages.d182829-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C55.22239%2C-3.83598&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0EwrCkGiEb3ykEeSlq6hgEmLDrM=) Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway ### What's nearby - Drumlanrig Castle - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles - Dalscone Farm Fun - 22 min drive - 18.4 miles - Dumfries Ice Bowl - 23 min drive - 18.8 miles - Mabie Forest Park - 32 min drive - 22.5 miles - Galloway Forest Park - 35 min drive - 28.9 miles ### Getting around - Kirkconnel Station - 21 min drive - Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 79 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Drumlanrig Cafe Fusi - ‬5 min drive - ‪Craigdarroch Arms - ‬5 min drive - ‪John G Renicks Butchers - ‬6 min drive - ‪Lean Bean - ‬5 min drive - ‪Best Pizza Restaurant in Abu Dhabi - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms located? > Situated in Thornhill, this cottage is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Drumlanrig Castle and within 12 miles (20 km) of Morton Castle and Blackwood Loch. Morton Castle and Ellisland Farm are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guenevère N. 6 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property We loved our stay at Shinnel House. The garden really is lovely and we enjoyed staying home every other day. It was big enough for our family of 7 and had everything we needed. ##### Guenevère N. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katja G. 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay in nature. We enjoyed the stay very much. A beautiful property with a small river and lots of wildlife. Just the thing for nature lovers. The kitchen was well equipped, so self-catering was easy. ##### Katja G. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary L. 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent ##### Gary L. 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