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The House on the Shore

Arbigland, Kirkbean, Dumfries, DG2 8BQ, Britain

Type of Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast

Impossible not to be wowed by this incredible shoreline setting with views across the Solway Firth. The 1,250-acre estate has been in Jamie's family for generations...

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Jamie & Sheri Blackett
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+44 (0)1387 880717
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+44 (0)1387 880796

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Entry Details

Rooms:
2: 1 double, 1 twin.
Price:
£80-£100. Singles £40-£60.
Meals:
Dinner, 3 courses, £25 (BYO). Pub/restaurant 2 miles.
Closed:
Rarely.
Directions:
A710 Dumfries towards Dalbeatie. Left in Kirkbean. First right, second left at top of hill, 0.5 miles down private drive then left to the house.
Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
Owners' pets live in the property.
Children are welcome but cots, high chairs, etc are not necessarily available.
Offers treats or discounts to Travel Club members.
Working farm.
No smoking anywhere in the property.
Tennis court on premises; use may be by arrangement.
Good vegetarian dinner options (arrange in advance).
Wireless internet access available for guests.

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Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
Owners' pets live in the property.
Owners' pets live in the property.
Children are welcome but cots, high chairs, etc are not necessarily available.
Children are welcome but cots, high chairs, etc are not necessarily available.
Offers treats or discounts to Travel Club members.
Offers treats or discounts to Travel Club members.
Working farm.
Working farm.
No smoking anywhere in the property.
No smoking anywhere in the property.
Tennis court on premises; use may be by arrangement.
Tennis court on premises; use may be by arrangement.
Good vegetarian dinner options (arrange in advance).
Good vegetarian dinner options (arrange in advance).
Wireless internet access available for guests.
Wireless internet access available for guests.

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