Formerly granite quarrying was an important part of the Dalbeattie economy. The industry died down locally around 1883 due to cheaper imports from Denmark.

Many of the workers emigrated to other parts of the world in order to find work, a number emigrated to the United States to work at a sister quarry in Westerly, Rhode Island. Granite exported from Dalbeattie went into the Mersey Docks in Liverpool, the Thames Embankment in London, various British lighthouses, even as far as the lighthouse at the southern tip of Ceylon (Sri Lanka).

Dalbeattie is credited with developing the technique of polishing granite stone to form a shiny surface. This technique was exported throughout the world by the skilled workers of Dalbeattie as they travelled.

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"The place was absolutely brilliant! The views were fantastic! Everything there you needed. Great big garden for the dogs, with a beach a short stroll away. Can't recommend it enough. Best place I have ever stayed in Scotland. Would buy this place and retire there!"

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"Both families really enjoyed the stay at the barn owl. It was a great place to relax and chill out as a group. The barn was clean and had everything we required for the stay, Kelly was very accommodating and provided some local knowledge and guidance for the stay. We would stay again thanks"

AED 5,565 total

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15 Aug - 16 Aug

"Excellent place to spend time out in the open away from the city. The place had a lovely stream running at the back which was relaxing. The place was clean and had lots of garden space which was great for the kids."

"A lovely, well equipped cottage in a gorgeous area. The cottage had all you woukd need for your stay. Cockermouth is a gorgeous place, that is well supplied by the array of shops, restaurants, bars and takeaways."

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"Lovely, well maintained, well equipped cottage. Plenty of space but still very cosy. Would definitely recommend."

"Immaculately clean, and contained everything we needed for a week of real peace and quiet surrounded by beautiful scenery."

"Spacious, comfortable, high spec holiday let just a short drive from Dalbeattie. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo"

"I wouid recommend this property but would make sure other guests jnow there is nothing within walking distance and a car is needed to get ro the nearest pub/supermarket. The property was lovely but the blinds needed dusting, there were dirty towels in the washing machine and the laminate on the tables was taped up."

AED 1,385 total

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28 Aug - 29 Aug

"The cottage was cosy and had everything we needed. A minor niggle, but it was a bit cluttered with cushions and throws in the sitting room - the throws just slid off the leather sofas and the cushions were too big and too many, so were surplus to requirements. The location suited us very well, with a host of lovely walks and places to visit nearby. We had a wonderful break and can recommend!"

"Absolutely loved this house and location. Great for families and groups of mixed ages. We felt very at home"

AED 980 total

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28 Aug - 29 Aug

AED 8,876 total

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9 Aug - 10 Aug

"A great stay, the accommodation worked extremely well for my family. It was very clean and tidy and we enjoyed our stay. It is 5 miles from my son’s house and would stay here again, Thank you."

AED 1,473 total

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7 Aug - 8 Aug

AED 1,580 total

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12 Aug - 13 Aug

"It was perfect. We enjoyed our time there and the cottage was simply wonderful."

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Hetland Hall Hotel

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"An absolute delight from parking up in the beautiful grounds to checking out at the end of my stay. "

The Art Bank

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our huge Van Gogh decorated bedroom and great en-suite. Lovely and light with huge window. Breakfast, great range of choices. You couldn't leave hungry. Downside was that we were unable to use the TV because of the Sky set-up. Only catered for two users at any one time. However, we weren't there to watch TV. Hosts, Mandy and Dan were very accommodating and welcoming, as were their three dogs. Would definitely recommend."

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