Balmaclellan

Travel Guide

Troquhain Loch Viewed from the west bank near the end of a beautiful March day with calm conditions on the water. A pair of mute swans were at the north end of the loch.
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Troquhain Loch The north end of the loch viewed from a livestock field in early March.
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The summit cairn on Barscobe Hill The white marked stones on the top of the cairn indicates that this is a favourite perch for birds of prey.
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Greenhead, looking west across the shoulder of Knockcrosh Hill
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Ornamental pond, Greenhead
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Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course

Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course

4 out of 5
Cally Avenue Castle Douglas Scotland
The price is AED 279 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
AED 279
AED 335 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Castle Douglas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (413 reviews)
Pool was welcoming and very good.

Reviewed on 14 March 2026

Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course
Friars Carse Country House Hotel

Friars Carse Country House Hotel

3 out of 5
Auldgirth Dumfries Scotland
The price is AED 360 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
AED 360
AED 432 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Dumfries. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (377 reviews)
Brilliant, comfy and great food, staff lovely.

Reviewed on 5 March 2026

Friars Carse Country House Hotel
Aberdour Guest House

Aberdour Guest House

3 out of 5
16-20 NEWALL TERRACE Dumfries Scotland
The price is AED 242 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
AED 242
AED 291 total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Dumfries. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (173 reviews)
This is a VERY bare-boned place to stay - I was at the very top = many narrow stairs! Centrally located and quiet; but that was sheer luck, because the two other sparse rooms on either side of me happened to have quiet people in them thank goodness! ...not a lot to say; nice couple owns it...my bathroom ...

Reviewed on 20 February 2026

Aberdour Guest House
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Laurieknowe Coach House - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms

Laurieknowe Coach House - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms

Dumfries Dumfries and Galloway
Stay at this cottage in Dumfries. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club and Dumfries Ice Bowl are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Vacations
Fabulous accommodation in a very lovely location to Town center. Host extremely welcoming and helpful. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on 17 September 2023

Laurieknowe Coach House - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms
St Marys Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

St Marys Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Rockcliffe, Dalbeattie Dumfries and Galloway
Stay at this cottage in Dalbeattie. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Kippford Beach and Rockcliffe Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
We had a very nice stay. A lovely area

Reviewed on 9 October 2025

St Marys Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Woodburn Lodge With Private Hottub, Smart tv with Wifi, Veiws To Mabie Forrest

Woodburn Lodge With Private Hottub, Smart tv with Wifi, Veiws To Mabie Forrest

dumfries SCT
Stay at this cottage in Dumfries. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 7stanes - Mabie and Mabie Forest Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
The property was excellent,was very well equipped & was in a picturesque location. I spoke to the host Nigel before we arrived,he was very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this property.

Reviewed on 8 December 2025

Woodburn Lodge With Private Hottub, Smart tv with Wifi, Veiws To Mabie Forrest
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Popular places to visit

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Threave Castle

4/5(2 reviews)

After visiting Threave Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Castle Douglas. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Threave Castle
Red kite on the red kite trail at bellymack farm

Lock Ken

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Lock Ken, a lovely green space in Castle Douglas. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Lock Ken
Threave Garden

Threave Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Threave Garden, a lovely green space in Castle Douglas. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Threave Garden

Galloway Forest Park

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Galloway Forest Park, a lovely green space in Castle Douglas. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Galloway Forest Park

Mossyard Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Mossyard Beach during your travels in Castle Douglas? Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.

Mossyard Beach

Cardoness Castle

After visiting Cardoness Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Castle Douglas. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Cardoness Castle