Scotland is defined by its miles and miles of green highlands, impressive stone architecture, green forests and mountains, and its vast coastline. The lowland part of the country also possesses these distinct features, which is rich in greenery and cultural heritage. Amongst this, is Dumfries, located beside the River Nith. Mainly a market town, the town is also famous as a local center for art and crafts.
The town is a typical Scottish one, with a mile-long history and medieval, red-hued, sandstone architecture. A vacation in this town promises a taste of a Scottish town without missing out on the bliss of the typical Scottish countryside. Like its other attractions, these Airbnb rentals are all set to give you an amazing experience. So, read on to learn more about our top picks in the city of Dumfries, Scotland!
1. Clean, comfortable and welcoming (from USD 65)
The property is set to give you the feeling of living in the typical Scottish highlands. This entire country home is offered to guests for their stay. The property features two bedrooms with three beds, which can accommodate up to four guests at a time. The master bedroom comes with a double bed, while the other bedroom has two separate beds.
Bright and cheerful, the entire house is designed to give views of the countryside. The house comes with a garden, which guests can always enjoy with an outdoor BBQ. A kitchen and large living room are also offered to guests during their stay.
Clean, Comfortable and WelcomingKirkton Dumfries., Dumfries & Galloway, United KingdomTop guest reviews
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lovely house fantastic view delicious breakfastroom and bed very comfortable with great wi-fi connectionwe enjoyed the breakfast and the views from the gardeneverything there - kitchen lovely and views and countryside out at the backnice touches like bottled water in the room and a big folder of local visitors attractionsCleanliness:
very clean and welcomingfantastic accommodation very clean and high endrooms were clean and bed comfortablea quiet clean and comfortable spacethe house is very clean and comfortableHost:
tracey and roger were wonderful hoststhe host was greatlovely home and great hostsgreat host would definitely recommend cheers guystracey and roger were fantastic hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
this location was better than describedgreat location for our mtn biking holidaytruly a home away fro home and wonderful village beautiful walks and serenewe used this location to explore the surrounding attractions of dumfrieshouse is set in a quiet location with easy access to all amenities
2. Kirkland Cottage (from USD 113)
The amazing white-grey architecture of this property will welcome you to a stay full of adventure. Surrounded by lush greenery, this house gives a feeling of seclusion. It is located around 3.2 km (2 miles) from the city center of Dumfries.
The cottage is attached to the main house, where two bedrooms are offered to guests for their stay. There is one double bed in one room and two single beds in the other, so up to four people can stay at a time. The cottage offers plenty of space for parking and even a separate space for bicycles.
Kirkland CottageDumfries, United KingdomTop guest reviews
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the furniture was very comfortable and the cottage was much bigger than expectedkirkland cottage is charming and spacious with nice homely furnishings and very comfortable bedsa really spacious comfortable cottage with all essentials in bedrooms kitchen bathroom wifi and interesting music collectionbeautiful cottage well equipped lovely decor comfortable beds peaceful setting the list goes onfully independent and v comfortableCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and spaciousvery clean and spaciousvery clean and as describedsparkling clean of coursevery clean cosy and comfortableHost:
lovely hosts fantastic groundshosts were very responsive to any concerns that we raisedthanks to our hostsdeborah and robert are great hostswe thought the accommodations were outstanding and the host and hostess were extremely charmingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was beautiful and quiet tooa very quiet location allowing a good night's sleepa great location and gardens as well as the propertyits close to dumfries but feels like you're way out in the countrysidegreat location away from the centre of town but close enough to grab dinner or supplies
3. Private apartment (from USD 56)
This entire apartment has a master bedroom, with a double bed and two single beds. The vast living room also has a sofa bed, where another two people can sleep. Altogether, six people can stay at this property and so it is convenient for a group of people or a large family, especially if they are looking for a place to stay within a tight budget.
The apartment also has a small kitchen unit with all the basic facilities, like a microwave, toaster, and electric kettle. The location of the apartment is very convenient, close to the town center.
Private Apartment WIFI, Parking, GamesDumfries, Scotland, United KingdomTop guest reviews
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wifi reception was goodthe apartment was perfect with everything we needed including wifinice bathroom large bedroom no kitchen sink did not bother me parking outside the doorlittle touches like a usb adapter in the apartment made it an easy stayit’s very modern clean and comfortable and little things like toiletries coffee and tea are providedCleanliness:
very clean and homely placeclean comfortable and warmvery clean and everything we neededit was clean and well maintainedthe flat was very clean and confortableHost:
very nice hostsanetta was the perfect hostgreat host and very helpfullovely lovely host i love staying there and very quick responsesanetta was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay close to the town for the station etc and close to mabie foresta perfectly located flat close to dumfries centreit'sin a great location every thing is just a short walk awaygreat value ideally located in quiet area but still only 15 min walk into towngood location very quiet with private access
4. Mid Crossleys cottage (from USD 106)
This bright, airy and cheerful cottage is located 4 km (2.48 miles) from the main town of Dumfries. It is based in Holywood, a small village just outside the main town. So, you can enjoy the country life of Scotland without being away from the main town of Dumfries. The cottage comes with a lovely garden and there are plenty of spaces to relax and unwind.
The cottage has two bedrooms, one with a double bed and another with two single beds. Altogether, four people can stay in this cottage at a time. Here, along with a pleasant stay, you will be offered all arrangements for breakfast.
Mid Crossleys CottageHolywood, Scotland, United KingdomTop guest reviews
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the cottage is very comfortable with all the amenities one could wantit is a lovely comfortable cottage that had everything we needed and lots of bonus extrasit has a huge garden and we were lucky enough to have breakfast and dinner outsidethere is lovely outside space and it was a nice touch to have breakfast food left for usgreat two bed cottage tastefully decorated with a well stocked kitchen for those who want to cook whilst thereCleanliness:
the house was very clean and lovelyclean warm well stocked with everything we neededfaultless and spotless with super comfy beds we won't hesitate to recommendclean and tidy with a amazing private walled gardenit was impeccably clean and karen was lovelyHost:
karen was a great hostkaren played the perfect hostkaren was a very welcoming host and made us feel immediately at homekaren is the perfect airbnb hostamazing host stunning little cottageRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely rural location but in easy striking distance of family days out ithe location was excellent and very quieta great location from which to explore the areafantastic location 10 minutes from everywherekares place has everything needed to be the ideal base for a get away in scotland
5. The Old School - Peace, space, great for gatherings (from USD 192)
This property was a once a Victorian school and nowadays offers travelers a stay while visiting the town of Dumfries. The stone house is in the middle of the countryside, surrounded by greenery and features four bedrooms with six beds along with a spacious lounge, a kitchen, and three bathrooms.
Altogether, it can accommodate up to 10 people at a time. The garden and surrounding spaces provide a peaceful place to relax and unwind.
The Old School -Peace, space, great for gatheringsDumfries and Galloway, Scotland, United KingdomTop guest reviews
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the place is huge the 2 lounges big kitchen and courtyard were perfect for a large groupbeds were really comfortable and the delicious welcome gift of flowers and local produce much apprecitedstunning lounge beautiful kitchen and each bedroom is absolutely perfectgreat big kitchen for communal cooking and a very comfortably sized lounge for 8 peoplethe aga kept the kitchen cosy and we enjoyed the log burner in the eveningCleanliness:
very clean and quietcomfy beds and clean linen and towelsa charming and clean old school cottagereally clean and comfortable a great place to stayalso everything was really clean and nicer than pictureHost:
lesley was a perfect hostlesley was very quick with responses to questions that we had and an excellent hostthe host was great lesley made everything easy for uslesley was a great host and the house was perfectlesley was a wonderful host and i would definitely come backRead more reviewsLocation:
it's set in a quiet location beautiful countryside - but with good access to nearby townsgreat place for a quiet family breakreally comfortable well equipped and the peace quiet and darkness was a lovely change from city lifelesley’s has lace was a perfect location for our family grt togetherideal place for a quiet break in the borders - we'll be back thanks lesley
6. Double ensuite bedroom
Located on the outskirts of Dumfries, this house is excellent for exploring the town and its surrounding areas. The property is actually a farmhouse, located within walking distance of the town. The entire property is surrounded by greenery and guests will get to taste actual life in the countryside.
The property comes with a large bedroom with a comfortable double bed. The local pub is just 10 minutes away from the property. The main advantage to staying here is the large space offered to guests and the surrounding area, which can be explored on foot, to get a first-hand experience in the Scottish highlands.
Double ensuite bedroom
7. Large family room with private bathroom
In the middle of the Scottish Highlands, this farmhouse can make for an adventurous stay. A family bedroom is offered to guests who stay here, which has a double bed and a sofa-cum-bed. Altogether, four persons can stay in this property at a time. The farmhouse is located in the highlands, surrounded by greenery.
The town can be accessed on foot, in around 20 minutes. The entire property is kid-friendly and guests are welcome with their pets. A store and the local pub are located just a couple of minutes’ walk away from the property.
Large family room private bathroom
8. Spacious flat in Georgian house
This apartment is located in the town square of Dumfries. Its old charm is spread throughout the property, over two floors, which are left at the disposal of guests. The apartment has two bedrooms, one with a double bed, another with a single. So, the entire apartment can accommodate up to three people at a time.
The master bedroom with its king-sized bed is in the attic. There is also a large living room and an equipped kitchen. The apartment is on the second and third floor, which can only be accessed via stairs.
Spacious flat in Georgian house
9. Irish Gait Guest House - Dumfries town centre
In the heart of Dumfries, the Irish Gait Guest House is a historic villa, set to take you back in time. The property is located very close to the high street, which gives guests an excellent opportunity to visit attractions like the Theatre Royal, the Globe Inn, and the Robert Burns House.
The property features three bedrooms, which altogether have three beds, so it can accommodate a total of six guests at a time.
Period B&B, large double ensuite with river viewsDumfries, Scotland, United KingdomTop guest reviews
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fantastic antique furniture and art but with comfortable beds and all mod consvery spacious room and bathroom with views over a beautiful gardenthe house is beautiful with a great view of the river from the breakfast roomthe house is really something to behold with beautiful views of the river from the breakfast roomcomfortable room and hearty breakfastCleanliness:
all areas were clean tidy and things well laid outclean and tidy with a great scottish breakfastthe river room was spacious cosy immaculately clean with a comfortable bed and crisp cotton linenproperty was clean & comfortable; breakfast was great - andrew was a great host nothing was too much troubleHost:
very helpful friendly hostour hosts were incredibly helpfulbeautiful house with great hostsandrew was a generous and welcoming hostbelle is a wonderful host – attentive interesting and knowledgeableRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to everything i wanted to seethe breakfast was fantastic and the location was perfectlovely and interesting place to stay in the heart of the towngreat location in dumfries beautiful styled housewas in dumfries for the ukelele festival and found this a perfect location
10. Double room in family home, five mins walk from town
This double room in a family home is offered to guests and is located just outside the main town. The bedroom is equipped with two beds and can accommodate up to three people at a time. The cheerful place has a homely feeling, with lots of space and a garden.
Double room in family home, 5 mins to town centreDumfries, Scotland, United KingdomTop guest reviews
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we had our own living room space with a lovely viewgreat family feel with a lovely bed and breakfast touchroom at her place had all basic amenities was really clean and was close to the town centreher place was spaciousand comfortablebed is extremely comfortable and the rest of the house is gorgeousCleanliness:
the accommodation is very clean and quietthe bathroom is clean and tidy and wonderfully turquoisethe house is lovely and the room is huge clean and with plenty of characterthe room was as described and very cleanthe villa is cosy clean spacious and well decorated with thick blue carpet and a bright woody kitchenHost:
lucy is a great hostlucy is a great hostlucy is a lovely helpful hostlucy is a fantastic hostfriendly host and larger than expected spaceRead more reviewsLocation:
ideal location for a short walk into towncomfortable room in a great central locationbest place for miles aroundthe neighborhood is very calmperfect location right by the centre of dumfries
Stay in Dumfries
A stay in Dumfries is sure to bring lots of adventure, from enjoying the Scottish countryside to learning about the culture of an entirely different era. These Airbnb rentals are also set to compliment your stay and there is surely something here to suit most people. Enjoy your trip to Dumfries!
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