North Lodge

We had a lovely stay at North Lodge.

As others have said, the place is amazing and it has everything you want or need. Great dog walks right from the property too which is always a plus. I spent hours just watching the birds on the various feeders. Totally relaxing and everyone had their own space. The owner is lovely and extremely helpful The only thing we had to source whilst there, was a small rug for the top of the stairs in the lounge. This was only because we have aged dogs and they found the stairs/floor a bit slippy. This is in no way a criticism - this place is incredibly well equipped, it's just our dogs struggled a bit - plus, we now have a small rug to take on other dog holidays! Our son who is autistic said it's the best holiday home that we have ever stayed in! Suffice it to say, we have already rebooked.

We have returned many times to this superb holiday home.

It never fails to impress and the owner, Carolyn is an excellent host, nothing is too much trouble for her. Another happy holiday for our family. Thank you so much!

The owner Carolyn could not do enough for our stay, even broke her holiday travel to drop us off a parasol.

Amazing women, this was our second visit and have booked again next year. Can't praise it enough!!!!

North Cottage is an excellently presented property and feels like a home from home.

From the fresh white towels and bedding, the toiletries, tea and coffee and bottle of wine on arrival, nothing has been overlooked. We also loved that the pantry included herbs and spices, cooking oil and cleaning products which is unusual in a weekly let but a welcome change and obviously we left a few items too. Thank you Carolyn for your excellent communication and sharing your perfect home. We have already booked to return next year.

this has been my 8th visit to this property, great accommodation and hosts.

This property is a great place to relax and especially the garden

What can i say we were quite literally blown away with the property.

Beautiful garden which we all loved especially the dog. Rooms were spacious beds comfy never slept so well. Kitchen had everything you could think of we had no problems preparing nice meals and loved sitting at the table as a family eating and watching the different species of birds feeding in the garden. We only lit the fire on one occasion and boy did it warm up but would be welcoming in the depths of winter. My favourite part was just relaxing in the garden and the lovely morning and evening walks either up the river or down through the woods lovely and peaceful. I think the owner Carolyn has thought of everything there were books to read games to play and garden games we loved the croquet set. Would we come back here as a family again most definitely. I needed to recharge my batteries and this property certainly delivered, oh I almost forgot loved the welcome package on arrival what a thoughtful gesture I wont say what It was that would spoil the surprise!!!! many thanks Carolyn xx

Our revisit to North Lodge was in every way as satisfying as the last.

This is a truly exceptional property which has a real 'home from home' feel. This is due to the care and diligence of the splendid host, Carolyn. Always a pleasure to deal with her and visit Dumfries and Galloway.

Beautiful house & garden.

Very clean & well equipped. Great location for exploring Dumfries & Galloway.

Wonderful cottage with a huge garden.

Very well equipped with everything you need for your stay. One of the best, if not the best, cottages we have ever stayed in. Nice to relax in the garden when the weather is nice. It's handy for Annan which has 2 supermarkets and several cafes and takeaways. Highly recommended.

Lovely, comfortable, spacious house with everything to the highest standard.

Particularly loved the bedrooms and hall space. Kitchen and bright conservatory a pleasue to be in. Garden large, safe and interesting. Lovely walks from front gate.

North lodge was a perfect place to stay.

it is very well equipped thought about everything you need .we very highly recommend anybody to stay .it's a wonderful place and has loads of room in and outside the property.Even lovely to feed and see all different birds too.

Where do I start.

Firstly the fact that the owner contacted me to ensure if there was anything I needed before I even got there was a positive sign. On arrival I was in awe as when we looked around the property everything was exactly as seen in the details on the website. The garden was ideal for our dogs and they loved every minute of it. Everything you want for a comfortable stay was there and couldn’t think of anything else we needed. This property is a credit to the owners and we will definitely making arrangements to stop here again. This is a good base to work from as it’s not far to many places like the lovely town of Lockerbie, Dumfries is not too far and if you wished you could easily pop to Carlisle or Hadrians wall. Seriously beautiful place to stay.

We have been visiting North Lodge for roughly 8 years.

It really is the ultimate holiday home. Back again in December.

Another fabulous week.

My god where do I start my god it was such a nice place love the back garden and the dogs did to lol but no it was such an amazing location and the host is such a lovely lady give us so much info and details for things to do and about the history of the house will defo be back again

North Lodge Brydekirk.

What words can you use to describe this accommodation that haven’t been used in nearly every review before. Wonderful, Superb,Excellent. They have all been used and they all apply. From the moment that you drive down the driveway and see the size of the house, you know you are in for a treat. The garden is fully enclosed by wall and fence. If you have a dog with you, let it out at 9 in the morning and it will explore to its hearts content, coming back at night as if it has been on safari. For the kids,the garden is much bigger than a 5 a side pitch. There are even 2 goals provided so football is a must. Cricket sets, tennis rackets and croquet mallets are also available. For gardeners amongst you there is a planting chart in the conservatory that details which plants are planted where. 6 bird feeders are sited in the bushes outside the conservatory. Blue birds, green ones, yellow and red ones all come to feed. We even saw a woodpecker oh the ground feeding. The inside of the house is very well furnished to a high standard. Lovely heavy curtains are on every window and the leather settees and armchair in the lounge area are extremely comfortable. There is a wealth of tourist information at the property but if you are still looking for something like where to eat or go for the day or dog friendly cafes,don’t ask Alexa,ask Carolyn the owner. She has loads of information about the surrounding area and would be delighted to share it with you. Do I have any complaints about North Lodge? Well yes. Just one. A week is far to short but it was all we could get and we booked a full year in advance. My family will definitely be returning. he will appear back at 5 at night as if he has been on safari

This is the 4th time staying here,it’s the most lovely property with an amazing garden.

It is a spacious property which lends itself for being used as a multi generational let ,with something for everyone.Carolyn the owner is such a lovely person who loves to come and meet you and to make sure everything is perfect for you to enjoy your stay.We will be booking again for next year and there is only the 2 of use as we love the place so much.Thanks again Carolyn for our wonderful stay and the catch up

We absolutely loved our stay here.

Everything was perfect; the location, the property itself, and the host. We would move here in a heartbeat! It truly was home from home! Thanks, Carolyn.

Lovely house and garden.

Perfect base to explore the rich history of the surrounding area or just take a walk along the River Annan. We have stayed at North Lodge on numerous occasions and absolutely love it.

We have repeatedly stayed here which says it all.

Carolyn and her team do an amazing job. The grounds and Lodge have everything and more than you could wish for. The grandchildren ages 9, 7, and 4 absolutely love the garden and all the play equipment (supplied) even good sized goal posts. There are great river walks on your doorstep which the dogs love. Plenty of secure parking on the Lodge grounds. Will definitely return in the future.

Perfect for our 3 generations of family.

Lovely setting in a very well kept Scottish village. Lots to do at this time of year around Galloway and Dumfries. The two main cities (Edinburgh and Glasgow) are approx 2 hours away in different directions off the motorway. Carolyn (owner) sorted a couple of small problems promptly and efficiently. We couldn't fault any aspect of our stay in North Lodge. We'll be back for sure!

A beautiful family home and garden in excellent location for exploring the area.

A real home from home.

Another fantastic stay at North Lodge.

This house is very special. The interior is beautifully decorated to the highest standard. Everything is catered for during your stay. There are five televisions in the house l. Meaning everyone can watch what they like. The garden is absolutely stunning. The new summer house and decking are a wonderful addition and offer lovely views of the river. Honestly we couldn't rate this home highly enough. We come at least once a year and have done since 2018. Roll on December. Finally the host Carolyn. Nothing is to much trouble and she is always at the end of the telephone. We've never had any problems in all our stays. But if you unfortunately did Carolyn and her team will have it resolved asap. IMO this is the best holiday home on Sykes.

Great home, with great host, been going here for about 8 years and booked for next year.

You would struggle to find a better property. 6 Adults, 3 Kids and 2 dogs can't be wrong, We all love it.

Ssssh don't tell anyone, but North Lodge is simply incredible!

!! And the garden...wow! We certainly don't want lots of new people booking, as there won't be enough availability for those of us who want to return! Seriously, if you want a wonderful base in a stunning location you can't get better! The house is beautiful and so well equipped, every need is catered for. Carolyn is a fantastic host, making you feel so, so welcome. She's also provides lots of useful information before you arrive so you can hit the ground running seeing some of the treasures of Dumfries and Galloway. The welcome gifts were a really kind thought and were delicious! One piece of advice is make sure you take a pint of milk with you as there isn't a shop in the village, although Annan is only 3 miles away. We were blessed with stunning sunshine all week, which was the icing on the cake! However, the option of a thinner, summer duvet might be an idea to offer to guests if the hot weather continues.

Amazing property, everything we needed, having a beautiful woodland walk right on the doorstep was a huge bonus for walking the dogs in the morning and evening etc.

beautiful,large and enclosed garden was wonderful and all the well thought out plants and seating areas were a treat. Couldn't recommend this place enough. Thank you for having us,

One of the very best holiday properties in the whole of the UK!

Excels and exceeds expectations in all areas. Thank you Caroline ( owner) and your team. Only downside..all who stay want to book again so, vacant weeks are hard to come by.

This is the 3rd time we have stayed at north lodge and we love it.

We feel relaxed as soon as we walk through the door. The gardens are perfect for children (we have 3 and they love it). There’s space for everyone in the property without feeling like you are on top of each other. The surrounding area is lovely and great for walks and there is plenty to do within a short drive of the property. I’m sure we will be back to stay again

We love this wonderful home with all the facilities and space to accommodate our family.

It's a fabulous base to explore the region on foot or by car, or as a retreat to chill and relax. Engagement with the owner is second to none. We definitely plan to visit again.

North Lodge is a wonderful cottage with everything you need for your stay.

The beds are comfortable and the entire house has a lovely warm feeling. The gardens are delightful, with plenty of room for dogs or children to run around. There were lots of different birds attracted to the feeders, and even a squirrel. We have stayed here 5 or 6 times and will definitely be booking again.

Lovely house in a great location, photos did not do the house justice.

3 generations and 2 dogs all had a great time. Carolyn communicated everything you could wish to know in advance of our arrival and was always available without being intrusive. Will certainly will be looking to return in the future.

We were very happy with North lodge (our second visit).

Exactly as described on the website. Even Storm Eowyn couldn't spoil our stay and we were resourceful with the power off on our last day. Plenty of fire wood available for fire (not every house we've stayed in supplies as much firewood as this house does). Obviously an event like this is outside the control of everyone but we appreciated all the information and attentiveness from Carolyn (the owner). Her concern to send a friend to check on us on the day of the storm when it was safer to travel outside (as communication via mobiles and house phone had become difficult) was much appreciated. Thank you. A great house for a large family group. We are booked again for a summer visit.

Lovely cottage, grounds and owner.

Home from home. We have been in the summer a few times and thought a winter break would be a nice change. Great decision. Weather was kind apart from storm force gale on first day. Walks from the front door. A great place to come and recharge your batteries.

As returning guests from a couple of years ago we knew what to expect and hoped not to be disappointed and we certainly weren't.

It was lovely to walk through the door and find the high standard of accommodation and decor to be at the same level as before. The house is perfect in terms of location and facilities. The added bonus of the Christmas trees and decorations gave it that special welcoming touch. The host, Carolyn, is very attentive to helping guests enjoy their stay. Definitely returning.

Stunning property, very comfy and welcoming.

Would definitely return. 10 out of 10. The photos don't do it justice. It's amazing

Great property!

Third time we've stayed and it only gets better and better. Beautiful house and a beautiful garden! Carolyn has thought of everything you could possibly need for all eventualities, and everything to keep all ages entertained! It's a serious bargain for the money! We will be back!!

The cottage was amazing.

The photos don’t do the place justice. Carolyn was an amazing host and really friendly. Great communication before and during our stay. She gave us lots of information of places of interest and where to go to eat. She also provided a lovely welcome pack. Garden was huge and enclosed, our dog loved it and there is a fabulous walk right at the end of it. 3 large bedrooms beautifully decorated, really comfortable beds. This was our first stay and it won’t be the last, we had already discussed returning on the first day. Thank you Carolyn for an amazing stay. I can’t wait to return.

Amazing house.

....so comfortable, it wraps you in a hug the minute you drive through the gate. Lovely owner who cares so much about her home and more importantly the comfort of her guests. This was our second visit and would love to make a 3rd trip. Not any complaints from us. Thanks Carolyn for sharing with us.

The house and the garden is amazing.

All beautifully maintained. Carolyn couldn’t do enough to make sure we had everything we needed for our stay. Plenty to do for three generations and our dog loved the garden and nearby walks. This was our fourth visit and will definitely be back.

A beautiful property in a picturesque location.

We have been twice in the last 18mths and already booked to go again next year. Our children who range from 10yrs to 15yrs love this house as do myself, husband and mother. The bird watching in the garden is phenomenal, there’s some wonderful local walks and so much to do in the local area within only a 10-20min drive. The house has plenty of spaces to keep 3 different generations happy and the outdoor area is amazing. The host is always at the end of the phone if you need anything even if it’s just local area knowledge. As a family we have stayed in lots of different properties for holidays but this is the only one we have repeatedly booked as when you walk through the door you instantly feel at home and relaxed.

2nd visit to this beautiful cottage.

In a very quiet area ,over looking the river. never heard any noise at night..so peaceful. Garden is massive and secure .great if you re bringing your dog. I know ours loved it . House is very clean, and had everything we needed. Caroyln is friendly and gives you all the information before you arrive. Would I return a 3rd time?? Definitely :-)) I recommend to everyone. . 10/10

North Lodge has a really beautiful garden which is the first thing you see on arrival.

All holiday you could hear the river burbling along just over the wall. The rooms in the house are much bigger than they look in the pictures and everything was very comfortable. We watched all the different birds, a lot that we see at home but also coal tits, chiffchaffs (never seen before), chaffinches (not had any at home for years), nuthatches and woodpeckers. Carolyn the host checked with us beforehand to see if we needed anything and during the holiday to see that we were OK. Thank you so much for the treats which we enjoyed very much.

This property is a home from home,with everything you could possibly want or need for a multi generational holiday.

The gardens and the house are exceptional and the village it is located is really friendly

We have visited North Lodge many times for good reason.

It provides a high quality accommodation with everything we could need for a 'home from home' experience. Plus, Carolyn the owner, is undoubtedly the best host, caring and helpful in all ways before and during our stay. A superb holiday venue.

Once again a fabulous stay at North Lodge.

Age range from 63 to 3 and everyone loved it. House gives you everything and more, loads of play equipment for children and huge beautiful garden. Great river dogs walks on the door step. A great bonus with lovely weather. Can't wait to go back next year. Huge thanks to Carolyn and her team

We had an amazing week at North Lodge.

The property has everything you would need. It's a beautiful house, with a magnificent garden, perfect for watching the birds with your morning coffee. Carolyn, the owner, is great, and sent us ideas for things to do with the kids while we were there. Thanks again

Wonderful holiday at North Lodge.

The property was very spacious and tastefully furnished. The garden was beautiful with ample seating which we made very good use of as the weather was kind to us We particularly enjoyed watching the various birds from the conservatory and the squirrel visitors. We appreciated the warm welcome from the owner Carolyn and the very generous welcome gifts including prosecco.

i have been coming here for 7 years and I'm booked for next year.

First class property and owners. When at North Lodge , you want for nothing

This is our 5th stay at North Lodge and we are already planning our next visit.

The accommodation is fantastic. Fully equipped, beautifully furnished and extremely comfortable. The garden is very large and fully enclosed, which is great for our dogs. With a fantastic river walk just outside the gates. The house is surrounded by countryside and we got to view a variety of beautiful wild birds. The owner Carolyn is great. Always friendly and helpful. She goes out of her way to ensure your stay in her beautiful house is an experience you want to repeat.

What a wonderful home and garden!

An utter delight to stay in such a beautiful place. Plenty of space in both the house and the garden. Excellent base for many places of interest : Powfoot Beach, Caerlaverock Castle, New Abbey and many others. Lovely river walk right behind the house. Amenities (shops etc) are very handy, in Annan. Carolyn is a fantastic host, very attentive and provides lots of useful information about the surrounding area, restaurants, walks etc. Would highly recommend. We would love to stay again.

The Lodge is the perfect retreat.

Everything has been ell thought ut. Beautiful decor and everything you need for the holiday. Amazing garden.

Absolutely wonderful - the property and Carolyn the owner could not be bettered.

Holidays are very precious and everything about North Lodge makes the stay what you want and need. The only "downside" is that the "word is out" about North Lodge and it gets booked up! Carolyn,please can you clone North Lodge? We need another one so that we can book it!

Had a great time exploring the area from this fantastic house.

We really appreciated our host keeping in touch, and her suggestions on were to eat with our dog. The lodge has every thing you need. If it's available BOOK IT

North Lodge is a lovely house with a great garden.

It is well equipped with everything you would need. A true family holiday home.

Another fabulous week at North Lodge.

The house has everything you could want. The garden has been improved by the addition of a summer house, which has stunning views of the river. Quite simply the best holiday cottage on Sykes. Already booked two weeks for our anniversary next April.

Absolutely beautiful place.

Our third time here and we will be back. Great walks. Close to Anna n and Dumfries. Visited Gretna Green and the outlet there which is great. Cannot recommend enough. Friends of ours have already booked to. Carolyn I’d so helpful and lovely. Thank you for a great stay.

We had a wonderful holiday at North Lodge, the accommodation is 1st class It had everything you need and more.

Carolyn the owner was extremely helpful. We will hopefully book again if its is available.

My husband and I had a fantastic holiday at North Lodge.

We were calling the lodge Lucy’s Lodge because our little dog loved it so much. Everything is just perfect. The lodge is so spacious, with beautiful decor, spotlessly clean and maintained to the highest standard. We felt at home as soon as we arrived. It was lovely that the owner gave us welcome gifts…very generous and thoughtful. The garden is so big, beautiful, well kept with different landscaped areas and we loved watching the birds at the feeders. The location is ideal for going to the beach, villages, shopping centres and places of interest. The owner was so friendly and helpful, and gave us lots of information before we arrived. We will definitely be back to this outstanding lodge. Fingers crossed we can get booked after giving this review! We had an amazing holiday!

Great family house for 3 generations.

Quality time together - not even hampered by two storms!!!! We used all facilities (not the bbq or sunbeds obviously! ) The house exceeded expectations. Plenty to do - on good days (outside) or not as good days (inside). Kind host Carolyn forwarded local information and a personal welcome. We appreciated the adult treats! A doggy heaven. Booked for next year. Thank you.

Our second visit to North Lodge - and it won’t be our last!

The house is very well equipped , and furnished to a high standard. Carolyn is an excellent host, with great communication before and during our stay - she also left some nice treats in the ‘welcome box’. The garden is large, and we loved sitting in the dining room watching the birds on the feeders. There are lovely walks nearby, some straight from the house - and other tourist attractions close by. We will definitely be back . Sue + 3

The only thing wrong with North Lodge is that any other house you rent will never match this one.

The standard is exceptional. Beautifully furnished, it’s like living in a page from country homes magazine. Warm, clean, spacious, fabulous garden area. Carolyn, the owner cannot do enough to make sure your stay is top notch. Definitely recommend… we will be going back.

What a fabulous fortnight we have just had the house was amazing certainly a home from home, comfortable, cosy & clean.

Carolyn was a superb host at the end of the phone if we needed her, very helpful with literature of where we could go with the dogs nothing was too much trouble. Can't wait to go back.

Carolyn & Richard We would like to thank you both and the team at North Lodge.

One of the best cottages/houses we have stayed in and we have stayed in many. It has everything you need and more. There are wonderful walks from the doorstep along the river and beautiful surroundings. Its lovely just watching the birds outside in the garden whilst having your morning coffee before venturing out. On our last day we visited the Annandale Distillery which was brilliant, a great end to our holiday. Our granddaughters, aged 3 and 5 did not want to come home at all, neither did we, there was so much for them to do, with the big garden and lots of toys and games to come back to after trips out walking or shopping. It has been a wonderful holiday, with a warm welcome from our host Carolyn from before we arrived and throughout our stay. Thank you so much Carolyn, its been a wonderful holiday and without you letting your beautiful cottage/house out, we would have not made the memories we have and will keep with us forever. We will return to North Lodge and would definitely recommend it to others. North Lodge is a true gem, we can only give it 5 stars but in our opinion it is a 5 star +++.

This was our third holiday in North Lodge .

It is, without doubt , a truly special place. The house and garden are idyllic and the location is ideal for sightseeing and walking. The owner, Carolyn and her staff have ensured that the house is welcoming, scrupulously clean and beautifully maintained. We have already booked for 2024 !

One of the best holiday properties we have stayed in, North Lodge was beautiful!

Carolyn provided lots of useful information before we arrived and happened to be there when we arrived, and made us feel very welcome. The lodge is huge, but still has a cosy and comfortable feel to it. Immaculately clean, and very well equipped so we wanted for nothing. Comfortable beds, in 3 large bedrooms with other sleeping arrangements available for larger parties (we were a part of 3, plus our 2 small dogs). The garden was also large, well maintained and secure enough to let the dogs play out. We were lucky enough to have fair weather and sat out a few times too, and loved seeing the many birds right beside the lodge, feeding at the feeders. Easy travel to lots of local places of interest too, and large parking area down drive to back of property. A generous welcome pack was the icing on the cake, so thank you for everything Carolyn, we hope to return soon.

This is a lovely comfortable holiday property for all the family.

there is plenty of outdoor games and lots of films and games for rainy days and the garden is perfect for your dog.10/10

What can I say, this was our fourth holiday at North Lodge, five adults, three children, and two dogs.

Everyone had a brilliant week. Even the weather was in our favour. North Lodge was clean, comfortable and the children were spoilt by the amount of play equipment and things to do. Loved watching all the birds at the bird feeders. Would like to thank Carolyn and her team for all the extras provided. Loved it so much we booked it again for next summer.

A beautiful property in a beautiful location.

Its in the perfect place to explore the local area with amenities being less than a 10 minute drive which is ideal. The garden was well cared for with a huge area for the children to play and explore and the bird watching was wonderful, we enjoyed sitting and watching them every day. Listening to the river at the end of the property was so tranquil and relaxing and so many beautiful walks on the doorstep. The property itself has everything you need and more and is very well maintained and any queries you have the host is at the end of the phone to help. This is one of the best UK holidays we have had in years and we have already booked to come back next year.

The accommodation exceeded all expectations !

. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and private which was perfect for our family and dogs to explore. We loved our time here and would love to come back. The owner went above and beyond to help with little extras which meant a lot and also gifted a lovely bottle of fizz to celebrate a birthday!. We hope to be back soon and would highly recommend this lovely place to anyone looking for the little something extra and create wonderful memories.

This is the best holiday home we have ever used and so we keep on returning.

The owner, Carolyn is a caring and very helpful host.

Finding a property like North Lodge is a rarity.

We found it to be clean and comfortable within a beautiful setting. The beds were very comfortable (rare in holiday lets) and the garden was absolutely stunning. Carolyn was very informative about things to do in the area and called to make sure we arrived safely. We would definitely return to North Lodge if we decided to visit the area again. The one negative we had was, Sykes listing of the property says pub 2 mins walk. The pub actually shut down in 2020!

Wonderful house and garden.

Owner couldn't do any more in providing all the amenities you could need and valuable information. Couldn't ask for more. 11/10

been here for the past 7 years and booked for next year, Great property and owner.

It has everything you need and more. Garden is great and fully enclosed. Which is great as a Beagle owner. counting down the days, till i return

Lovely home.

Rebooked for next year already. Carolyn is a wonderful host and nothing is to much trouble. Just love it here.

I cannot give enough praise for this property and Carolyn the owner.

Even before we arrived Carolyn had supplied us with so much relevant information about the property and surrounding area.The property itself is stunning and even better than our expectations.Sitting at the dining table in the morning watching the different varieties of birds feeding just outside was a joy. The house and gardens were so good we were loathe to leave it to explore the area. Great host ,great property and excellent value for money.

What an absolute find!

! This property is beautiful and spacious inside and out. The garden is massive with many different parts to it that make it impossible to see all of it from one vantage point. Our dogs loved it and it is 100% secure. The directions were spot on and the house is really easy to find. It's close enough to Annan that getting provisions was not a pain in the proverbial! The woodland river walk that is directly out of the gate (no need for any road walking) is so beautiful in the spring. highly recommend a stay at North Lodge. There was only two of us but there is more than enough room for a large family to stay very comfortably. Oh! and there was all the children's toys you could want and lots of outdoor/lawn games provided. Netflix is also on tap for the rainy days. We loved it and will probably return with friends as it's too big for just 2 people to enjoy!

We're just back from a wonderful week in North Lodge.

The house and garden are simply tremendous, the level of care and attention Carolyn has given to both is outstanding. We have been to many lovely cottages over the years but this is the jewel in the crown. Very beautifully furnished yet homely. There are many lovely places to visit while here, Powfoot, Drumlanrig Castle, Moffat and Carlisle but mainly we just loved being at North Lodge. To just sit in the garden and watch so many beautiful birds flitting to and fro was magical. Also to walk on the many riverside walks (from doorstep) and see the wildlife and birds (Heron and Kingfisher). Thank you Carolyn for being such a wonderful host. Maureen Iain and Toby.

An absolutely stunning holiday home.

This was our 4th visit. The property and garden are stunning. And is excellent for kids and dogs. Carolyn is the ultimate host 5 star. Always at the end of the phone if you need her. The house is full of guides for things to do in the local area. We have stayed in many holiday homes and none come close to North Lodge Looking forward to another visit next year

This is by far, the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed at.

Beautiful and clean, with comfortable beds and sofas. It's fully equipped with everything you could possibly need for your stay. The welcome pack is wonderful and there was a plentiful supply of logs for the fire. The gardens are beautiful and secure for our two little dogs. Carolyn, the owner is always available if there should be a problem. This was our third visit to North Lodge and hopefully, we will return again soon.

Just back from a wonderful weeks holiday at North Lodge( WOW- what a house).

We loved everything about the house - the space, the comfortable beds, the well equipped kitchen with the added luxury of the Laura Ashley towels and bedding. The interior itself is decorated to a vey high standard. The garden had everything for all ages. There were a number of lovely areas to sit and enjoy watching the birds feeding on the feeders. Sitting on the decking you can enjoy looking at the River Annan flowing past. We enjoyed using the sun loungers as we were blessed with good weather. The garden had goals set up and it was good fun using them. The garden was ideal for our family dog as it was completely enclosed. There was an abundance of family games, DVD's and toys for children to use. Carolyn ( the owner) was a wonderful host. She sent us lots of useful information prior to our arrival regarding eating out and what to do in the surrounding areas. She also contacted us after our our arrival to make sure we had everything we needed. We enjoyed ourselves so much that before our week was up we booked a return visit for next year. If you get the opportunity please do not hesitate to book this wonderful house. Daniel

Such a wonderful property and owner, the bookings speak for themselves.

Really, really don't want to leave, everything is just what you want your holiday home to be. Thank you so much Carolyn for the care and attention that's gone into everything. Can't wait for next year when we were still able to book another week(you have to book early for North Lodge!)

This is a truly wonderful holiday home and it has been a privilege to stay here.

Carolyn the host has made a beautiful home which is warm and comfortable and has everything there for your requirements. The house is spacious and the gardens are huge. For dog owners we found the garden secure and we had the added bonus of off leash walks straight from the gate into the woods. Carolyn also offers a personal touch with great information provided for our interests. Within thirty minutes we found some lovely places to visit and eat with the dog. We loved sitting in the dining kitchen and watching the birds in the garden visiting all through the day. It is a perfect place for families, friends, dogs, children, cooks , walkers etc. This is our second visit - what a gem.

Stayed at North Lodge for my birthday from 4th - 11 th March 23 with the family and chester the chow .

Can honestly say its been a pleasure and a memorable experience . Everything we needed was on hand . the beds were very comfortable and the house was spotlessly clean . And lots of toys to play with for my 3 year old granddaughter. Carolyn was a fantastic host nothing was to much trouble even before we arrived Carolyn email on places to visit 10 /10 thank you Carolyn and we will be back

This is the best Sykes cottage we have stayed in Carolyn is an excellent host with fantastic communication before and during our stay The house is so well equipped, with absolutely everything you could possibly need The garden is stunning and so dog friendly This is definitely worth a visit, its a great base for SW Scotland and Cumbria

We had a fab time.

The house has so much space and many thoughtful little extras which our boys (11 & 14) really enjoyed. Carolyn is a great host! We hope to return soon.

A fantastic holiday home, equipped to the highest standards.

Everything is in place to enjoy a home from home stay.

North Lodge is a fantastic property , and Carolyn is an excellent host.

Great communication before our stay , and she sent us lots of information on places to go, places to eat and places to visit. The house is furnished to a very high standard , and very well quipped. The garden is large , and the bird feeders attract lots of different birds. We had some lovely walks from the house , and some great days out - all recommended by Carolyn. We will definitely be back Sue +3 + dog

North Lodge had been on my ‘favourites’ list for a while so I was delighted it was available for the November dates I wanted and I was not disappointed with my stay in this lovely house.

The weather was not great but North Lodge was warm and cosy, well equipped with everything one could need, comfortable beds, lovely decor, and my elderly dog was happy pottering about the enormous garden. Owner Carolyn was in touch before my stay offering plenty of helpful advice and assistance and popped in to say hello one day and it was lovely to meet her. WiFi was excellent, I got no phone signal but discovered that calls could be made via WhatsApp so all my comms needs were sorted. I’d love to return some day in better weather and see the fabulous gardens in sunlight but will happily recommend this beautiful house to anyone.

The property was everything described and more.

We didn't want to leave. The help, information, extra touches and treats by the owner made it even more special. Of all the properties we have stayed in, North Lodge has to be our all time favourite.

Such an incredibly wonderful experience.

Thank you so much Carolyn for making such a beautiful home available. Have stayed in many properties over the years but North Lodge excels in every way. Four generations of our family made up the booking and all of us found it special. ( We won't mention the Scottish weather but as we live in the Highlands we are used to it!) Carolyn made us so welcome via text and email....and goodies on arrival. Can't wait for next year's stay but "word is out" re North Lodge and everyone who has visited obviously feels the same. Book it while you can!

What a fabulous gem of a place this is.

Beautiful location, amazing house, furnished and equipped to a very high standard. Cannot fault North Lodge at all. Carolyn our host could not be more helpful, nothing was to much trouble. Highly recommended. Already booked for next year.

This house is everything and more you ever would need in luxury comfort the furniture ,the beds , the well equipped kitchen perfect for a great holiday .

Our week away went so quick although some great places to visit we was reluctant to leave this lovely home. We read books ,we binged watched tv ,we played games ,played with our doggie in the very large beautiful gardens but all in all we caught up on rest and relaxation ,which is why we choose to come back to North Lodge.This house seems to hug you and wrap itself around you and make you feel better .So thankful that we found this gem of a holiday home and to be able to share it just for one week ,and hopefully one day we will return again ,and again and who knows again . Like so many guests along with with us .

This is a wonderful property,the photos don’t actually show how big the lodge.

We met Carolyn the owner who was such a lovely person,can’t wait to go back x

What can you say about North lodge that hasn’t been said before everything you will ever need is in the house our dog loved the garden it’s huge .

Carolyn the owner is great couldn’t be more helpful. 10/10 highly recommend staying there

Wonderful property which far exceeded our expectations.

The lodge is situated right by the river with beautiful walks right on the door step. The garden and outdoor space is amazing - even after two days I was finding bits of it I hadn’t previously seen! An added bonus is it is doggie proof - we have two big dogs and they just loved running round and exploring the garden and it was reassuring to know they were safe and couldn’t escape. One word of warning though beware of the acorns if you have naughty pups like mine who eats things!

3rd time we have been to the cottage.

Absolutely fantastic. We have stayed in numerous cottages since 2008 and this by far is the best, hence the continued return to it. The large garden is the winner for us but the cottage has everything to make your stay comfortable and special. The owner is always just a call away and couldn't be more welcoming. A great cottage in a marvellous location. We have booked already for next year. 10/10

Our third visit here.

And already booked up for next year. A property we love to come to. Great walks on your doorstep for dogs. Everyone made use the big garden. Grandchildren didn't want to leave. Thanks Carolyn for all the extras to make this a special holiday for all.

This is our third time visiting the cottage and it just keeps getting better.

The cottage is beautiful and has everything you need, the garden is stunning. There were three generations in our group and something to keep everybody occupied. Carolyn was great and made sure we were ok. We couldn’t ask for more and will definitely be back!! Scott, Jo & Family

North Lodge is a superb holiday home.

The standards of everything inside and outside of the property are excellent. Our host Carolyn keeps in contact before arrival and during the break we had. Nothing is too much trouble! Looking forward to returning in December.

This was my 6th time here and i am booked for next year, i will be booking this great house every year as it is like home from home for us, we are 6 adults,2 children and 2 dogs, every one of us loves it and we are always counting the days down until we return.

great house and great garden, but most of all a great host in Carolyn. it is always a sad time , when it comes time to leave

North Lodge has been beautifully modernised and tastefully furnished.

The Lodge sits in fabulous grounds; a scenic garden for adults and a vast play area for children and dogs. As soon as you arrive you feel a sense of calm; we had a truly relaxed and happy holiday. We holiday via Sykes four times a year but this is the best. The owner Carolyn and her staff are there to assist you at every turn. I am apprehensive to say more as we want to book again and again without too much competition!!!

North Lodge is a beautiful holiday home where you can relax away from the hustle and bustle, and/or use as a base to explore from.

The house and gardens are superbly equipped and maintained for your enjoyment. We have never returned to the same holiday cottage twice before, but North Lodge is our exception and we hope to come back again next year.

A superb cottage with an astonishing garden.

A holiday to never forget. We will go back! It was a delight to sit back and enjoy all the birds in the garden. Everything was well decorated . It was

The most wonderful location to explore the local area and beyond.

The property is ideal for families especially having a dog the garden is secure. The property is very well equipped a thoughtful welcome pack awaited us. The owner Carolyn shared some great information on the local area which was very useful. Overall the most fabulous property a real home from home we will be returning.

Beautiful house and amazing garden Carolyn provides lots of information on places to eat and visit,and is always available if needed.

you could not get a better house and lovely owner.

House was amazing we had every thing we needed.

Lots of beautiful walks from the doorstep. Would highly recommend this accommodation

Absolutely loved the cottage and the contact with the owner.

Two of the many highlights were for me the dog friendly garden and watching the many different birds feeding.

Arrived at North Lodge,entered the gates and thought WoW .

.could not believe the beautiful view and the size of the garden. Inside the house was just as beautiful. Carolyne gave us lots of info before we arrived and also left us some drinks and chocolates which was very kind and appreciated. There was so much space and all rooms were a good size.. bedrooms were lovely too. The kitchen had everything we needed . The walk in shower was great for my dad who has disabilities. This place is fantastic and very family friendly,there is so much for the younger children to do... toys books games.outside games..football nets. We ve been to many holiday homes but this is by far our favourite .our dog loved the secure garden.it was the first time he settled in straight away. We would book again later in year but it is fully booked all year and we can see why because it is just perfect. We had beautiful weather all week.we enjoyed walks along the river Book this holiday home... you will not be disapointed Thanks again Carolyne..hope to meet you next year Helen and Family Halesowen , West Midlands

This is the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed at.

It had everything you could possibly have needed and more. Warm and cosy, with walks from the door. The garden was lovely with plenty of room for the dogs to run around. The owner is just at the end of the phone if needed, and rang us before our holiday and contacted us again at the end. Nothing is too much trouble. We will hopefully be returning soon. Thanks again, Carolyn, for the use of your wonderful house.

This was our 6th visit to North Lodge so that speaks for itself!

It's such a fantastic house with absolutely everything you need. We had some glorious days so managed to enjoy the wonderful garden. It was lovely to see Carolyn the owner, nothing is too much trouble for her. Can't wait for our next visit. Lovely walks from the door. Very highly recommended. You need to get booked up quick because it is so popular!!

Second time at the lodge and as good as it was before, you have everything that you need and more, the house is spotless and the garden magical, our lab Cassie just loves it.

It was also nice to meet Carolyn this time, so she is not just a voice checking in that everything is ok. Chinese takeaway in Annan will deliver for £4 and it's worth every penny as food was delicious. So many little villages and towns within a short driving distance worth visiting.

Excellent property & facilities.

Owner was very pleasant & phoned to make sure everything was OK. Ideal for dog owners with huge garden & woodland walk literaly on your doorstep. Would highly recommend to anybody.

We couldn't wait for our visit to North Lodge, a year late but well worth the delay!

! This was our 5th visit and as usual didn't disappoint. It is an amazing cottage with everything you could possibly need and more. Spacious, comfortable, immaculate. We spent most of the week just relaxing in the wonderful surroundings. We had lovely walks everyday, straight from the door. Carolyn is the best host and always checks to see that we have everything we need and pops in if she is passing, it's always lovely to see her. We are now counting the weeks until our next visit which isn't too far away! Strongly recommend North Lodge.

Quite simply the best holiday home we have ever stayed in, and we have visited 6 times with another visit already booked!

The owner Carolyn goes out of her way to be helpful and provides guidance on local attractions and places to eat etc. This house has everything you could need to spend a holiday, space inside and out and a lovely setting by the River Annan.

What can I say about this magnificent house that hasn't already been said?

I booked this holiday in January 2020, but due to Covid restrictions it had to be rearranged 3 times, but boy oh boy it was worth the wait. This 2 weeks has gone in a flash, I could stay here forever. I have holidayed in at least 10 or 11 Sykes Cottages, but North Lodge stands head and shoulders above the rest, absolutely all bases are covered, the kitchen is a dream, every pot, pan, dish, cutlery and electrical item you could possibly need is here, there are books, dvds, toys and games galore. The beds are comfortable, the furnishings are of a high standard. Carolyn the owner is one of the nicest people you could ever wish to meet, she phoned me prior to the holiday, and messaged a few times whilst I was here to check I was OK due to the adverse weather conditions, and I met her during my first week here, she goes that extra mile to ensure you have a great holiday. I write this with a heavy heart as my holiday is almost over. Thank you Carolyn for a wonderful holiday on your beautiful home, I hope to return sometime in the future and would have no hesitation in recommending North Lodge. If you are unsure about booking a holiday here, don't be, you won't be disappointed.

Nothing really a can say that everyone else hasn't already said, absolutely superb property.

North Lodge has more facilities and information than any other property we stay at, Caroline is do nice and helpful we are going back in 5 weeks to do it all again

This was our second stay at North Lodge and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

The lodge was comfortable and cosy and had everything you needed and more, including a welcome pack. Dogs loved the garden even in the rain. Carolyn was in touch to make sure everything was ok. Fingers crossed for better weather in August next year. Well done Carolyn.

Exceptional 5* Accommodation - This property had everything and more you could ask for!

The owner Carolyn was super helpful and shared her knowledge of the area giving us great recommendations for walks, shops, towns, restaurants and fishing spots. This property is fully kitted out with everything you need from gin glasses to games for the children. The beds are really comfortable and the house is beautifully decorated. We will definitely be returning to explore more of Scotland.

Highly recommend this stunning property!

Nice circular walks along the river Annan starting from the front door (3 miles) or you can walk into Annan (6 miles round trip). Unfortunately the pub in the village is now permanently closed.

What a wonderful property.

Decor,furnishings,garden,location right by the river. What’s not to like about it. Everything was perfect.Plenty to do and visit in the area and the coast is only a short drive away. Annan has good restaurants and plenty of takeaways to keep everyone happy. Final word about the owner, Carolyn. The information she provide about dog walks and the local area was invaluable. Many thanks. We will definitely look or return again next year. Date of our stay was 25/09/21 to 02/10/21.

Beautifully appointed house, spacious and homely with a large, well kept garden.

Located by the river Annan, there are lovely walks straight from the door. it provides an ideal base for exploring this part of Scotland.

This was, by far the best holiday cottage that we have ever stayed in.

It may be over 200 years old but it is equipped with everything you need for a lovely stay. Comfortable beds and good quality furniture as well as a lovely garden with plenty of garden furniture for sitting out. It is situated near both the M74 and A75, so easy to get out and about. There are lots of lovely little villages to explore and larger towns if you need to go shopping. Annan is only 3 1/2 miles away and has 2 supermarkets and lots of little shops. All in all, this has been one of the best holidays we have been on.

A stunning house, gloroous gardens, and a fabulous host.

The house - very clean, tastefully decorated, comfortable, with a fully equipped kitchen. The gardens - huge! Lots of different areas which our 2 dogs (and us) loved exploring. Lots of outdoor seating areas too. The host - Carolyn was lovely and gave us lots of recommendations of things to do and go within the surrounding areas before we went, and called to make sure we'd arrived safely and had everything we needed on our first day. We would recommend North Lodge and can't wait to go back!

This is the second time we visited North Lodge and it was so nice coming back.

The property is such a well equipped and high quality property. The linen is beautiful, the garden is huge and has plenty for adults and children alike to do. The write up and the pictures do not give it justice. The location is a great base for days out to visit the rest of Scotland. Caroline is ever so helpful with any request you have and went above and beyond to help us with our stay.

An absolutely beautiful garden - the photos really doesn’t do it justice.

The whole stay exceeded our expectations. A bottle of fizz waiting on arrival and a host that excelled at her job. Nothing was too much trouble. Everything and more for a comfortable stay. We stayed the week before our daughters wedding and it was the perfect location to chill out. Definitely a place we want to return to and would have no hesitation in recommending

What an amazing house with the best garden.

The owner was lovely and was available for advice on places to go and where to eat. I would definitely recommend it

Last minute booking for us and found North Lodge by chance, what a great find.

Wanted for nothing regarding facilities, Great for our 2x dogs with lovely walks on the door step by the river. We even had a personal visit from Carolyn to check everything was OK. Highly recommend

A truly amazing house and gardens such a pleasure to stay there.

Hugh garden with lots of different areas to enjoy. Perfect place to recharge your batteries everything you need in house. Carolyn the owner is the perfect host so much information and advice and available if needed. Have booked for next year and looking forward to going already. A truly outstanding house and garden.

This is the 4th year , i have been here, would have been the 5th, but covid stopped that, already booked for next year, will not go anywhere else now.

Great house and garden and host You want for nothing when you stay here. There are 4 generations ageing from 5 to 80 who go with me and they count down the days till our next visit, The dogs love the garden too

North lodge was perfect in every way.

We had a lovely week 4 generations and we were all catered for in a very welcoming and sympathetic manner. The owner was extremely helpful and caring and ensured everything was perfect for our stay. The children loved the huge garden and ran off lots of steam. My poorly Father enjoyed the house and watching from the consevatory/kitchen the numerous birds feeding from the bird feeders that are strategically hung around the outside areas. Myself and my daughters enjoyed a nice glass of wine sat out on one of the terraces at the end of the day. We enjoyed some lovely walks from the house along the riverbanks and woods. There are some beautiful beaches to explore along the Solway coast. Some great castles also. All in all this was a fabulous find beautiful house in a lovely setting. Memories made here will be cherished. Thank you Carolyn for allowing us this time in your wonderful house.

North Lodge is an absolutely beautiful holiday home , spotlessly clean , very private and an obviously well loved house.

An extremely well equipped kitchen , a comfortable sitting room and fabulous bedrooms all add to the overall charm . There is also the very best garden of any holiday let we have ever had , huge , well maintained with several gorgeous sitting areas . The overall feeling is one of luxurious comfort and relaxation. The garden is completely secure for our three dogs, who adored the river walks from the front door , and we tried each of the seating areas for our coffee ( or Prosecco ) . Carolyn, the owner was helpful and friendly and advised us on places to visit in the area . I wouldnt hesitate to recommend this house although I would have preferred it to be kept a secret ! Thank you Carolyn and Sykes x

I can not rate this house highly enough.

The decor, location and garden are outstanding. A truly fantastic house if you have a dog. The huge garden is fully enclosed and there are multiple walks on the doorstep. Added to the above the owner is outstanding and on hand to help in any way she can.

Outstanding, everything we needed and more , it has been a joy to stay here so much we didn’t want to leave .

Really lovely cottage.

Quality furnishings. Clean and comfortable. Carolyn the owner was very helpful and made a point of checking everything was ok. Lovely walks along the riverbank from the cottage. Lovely garden.Dog friendly. One of the nicest cottages we have stayed in. Thank you.

North Lodge does not disappoint.

Beautiful, spotless and well maintained house in the most immaculate and attractive gardens I’ve seen at a holiday let. Add to that the most comfortable beds you can imagine and our break was perfection!!!

The quality of the property with its large garden.

Top quality kitchen and appliances. Loads of table games, TVs videos and DVDs. The number and variety of birds attracted to feed in the garden by the feeders were amazing to watch. Easily the best holiday property we have ever stayed in

Perfect accommodation, just as advertised.

Owner went out of her way to make us feel welcome and we would highly recommend the property

We only had a week's stay at North Lodge but could easily have stayed longer.

The house and garden do not disappoint. Décor was in keeping with the house and the high quality added to the comfortable and warming atmosphere that you feel as soon as you step through the door. We had two dogs staying with us and can confirm that the garden is a safe and secure place for them to be out and about in. Great walks on the doorstep. The garden terrace was an excellent place for enjoying a pre-dinner drink whilst the large grass area was used for football and croquet (we made up our own rules so have a go for a laugh). Overall would recommend North Lodge as both the house and host, Carolyn, played their own parts in giving us a relaxed and most welcome break.

Thank you for the opportunity to stay in your lovely house in Brydekirk.

When our children & grandchildren were with us for the weekend they enjoyed playing in the garden - despite the cold and windy showers.  On one good afternoon we all managed to play 'beat the goalie' and rounders...what fun! They also enjoyed some of the many games you have in the house. I don't think I have ever stayed in a house that was so well-stocked with things to do indoors. My personal challenge was to complete the Downton Abbey jigsaw which I managed just 5 minutes before leaving...the last piece had escaped onto the floor unnoticed. For me, the most relaxing feature of the week was just looking out to the garden (where we were lucky enough to see a red squirrel nibbling at the bird feeder one morning) and relaxing on the bench at the top garden when the sun came out. My husband had the chance to go fishing on the Annan and at a local fishery so he was in his element. North Lodge is so spacious, well fitted out and comfortable that we could have lingered longer very happily. However, we were there in very strange times as the coronovirus began to take hold, with shops, offices and schools closing during our stay. Nevertheless, we would thoroughly recommend this house to our family and friends and we wouldn't hesitate to stay again.

The house was large and roomy.

The weather was atrocious but the stay was probably the best of all our previous Sykes cottages (5+) around the UK. The reason was the combination of the feeling of cosy luxury, games of all types available for all ages, and a beautiful kitchen/dining room conservatory to watch all the weather could do (snow, sleet and heavy rain) while tucked up inside. Oh and Carolyn is a wonderful and helpful host who wants nothing but your happiness!

I could talk for a month of sundays about this property!

We used this cottage / booking as a base for my family for our wedding in Gretna. The house is just undescribably amazing in every way. This is my dream home and would so love to be able to call this property mine. It is beautiful through and through and every little finish has been completed to a high standard. Everything you could ever need in the house is provided by default and or has been thought about. The host's property made it magical and brought my family and new closer to together. The host was very hospitable for us and I couldnt recomend her any more than i could. She is a wonderful lady and I know me and the family will be looking to re-book again for our next visit to scotland. This is now likely to be a yearly recurring event. Dream grounds, dream house, its just exceptional. This cottage will remain in our memories for a life changing event. Simply wonderful. PS - the photos dont do it justice! Thanks Scott & Mel

The house is very spacious with a huge garden.

The delight is the sound of the river flowing right outside your window. The welcome basket of goodies was a lovely touch and the games and activities included were perfect for our children of all ages. very clean, super comfy and a great location for exploring Scotland.

Fabulous property, everything that you will need is there.

Garden is outstanding for dogs and totally enclosed. Carolynne is a great host and deals with any problems very very quickly, can't wait to return

The pictures do not do north lodge justice it's an amazing place and the hostess goes above and beyond to ensure you have the perfect holiday highly recommended

Beautiful property, peaceful and comfortable.

We had a great time and are looking to book again.

Our stay at north lodge was fabulous.

Everyone had the most amazing time. The lodge is beautiful and has everything you would ever need. We are already talking about planning another visit in the future. The pictures don’t do the lodge justice, it is huge and the beds and sofas are super comfortable. Carolyn is the perfect host who would do anything for you. We were there for our wedding at Gretna green and the bottle of prosecco and mini gins were a lovely thought. I would definitely recommend this to anyone. All ages would enjoy the lodge and surrounding areas. The pub across the bridge is also a must, lovely staff and they do a coffee morning on Thursdays with home made cakes

This was our fourth visit to North Lodge and once again we had a fabulous holiday.

The weather was dreadful but we didn't care, we took full advantage of this beautiful house and all it has to offer. It really is our favourite holiday cottage and we are looking forward to our next visit in 2020. It was lovely to see Carolyn again, she is lovely and so helpful. We highly. recommend this delightful house. Ken and Gillian Baker.

Very easy to book through the Sykes website.

Excellent listing. The property itself was superb and the owner could not have been more helpful and considerate.

Beautiful, well equipped house.

Excellent facilities for dogs. The garden is fabulous and fully enclosed, my dogs had ample space to run around and there are beautiful walks right outside the gate. The local towns and people are extremely friendly.. This is our second visit. As soon as we got home last year we booked up for this year. Highly recommend.

The only problem with this cottage is that it is too good.

We have stayed in 30-40 cottages & this one is easily the best. Any other cottage we book now will have to match this one which will be very difficult.The garden is fantastic. Our two German Shepherds, Bonnie & Clyde, had a great time running around the very large garden. The house is really well appointed with no expense spared. Lovely living area with a large fire, massive kitchen/dining area & lovely bedrooms. There was every utensil you could wish to use. This would be an ideal place for children. A safe garden for them to explore (including football nets), lots of indoor games, Play Station, Xbox, DVDs & books. There is a lovely walk along the river Arran from the doorstep. Within about half an hours drive there are lovely walks in The Forest of Ae, Mabie forest & a walk up the Grey Mare's tail waterfall , near Moffatt, is particularly beautiful. We met the owner, Carolyn, who is one of the nicest people you could expect to meet. She was very welcoming & was available if you had any problems (which we didn't have) or wanted some advise about the local area. If you are undecided about booking this cottage, don't be, because you will not be disappointed. David, Kate, Bonnie & Clyde.

Wow what a fantastic place, the cottage had everything you needed and more, definitely the best place we've stopped in to date, the garden is huge and secure the dogs loved it.

Carolyn the owner couldn't of been more helpful with advice of things to do and places to go we've already booked up to go back it's definitely worth the 5 star from sykes.

Thoroughly enjoyed the the spacious house.

It was more than expected, everything catered for. Lovely home from home with an exceptionally big garden. Great surrounding areas for dog walking. Carolyn was great at making sure were well looked after and only a phone call away if needed. Well done everyone concerned had a fab time. Hope to return in the near future.

Everything was fine.

I feel some sun loungers could be there, as there is a beautiful kept garden at this lovely house, and many lovely spots to sit.,but nothing comfy to lounge on. The owner is great, she called in to say hello, as she was in the area one day. A lovely place to stay

We had high expectations of this property, being familiar with the general area but not having actually stayed in the village of Brydkirk.

the location of the house in its own grounds on the opposite side of the bridge from the village and local pub. The house and facilities were superb, no expense spared in its renovation and maintenance. acquainted ourselves at the pub a few times, the people were lovely, welcoming and the very reasonably priced food excellent. would definitely recommend this property, ideal for two families. Tony

North Lodge far exceeded our expectations and the pictures in the brochure do not prepare you for the scale and quality of the facilities.

Brydekirk is a very quiet and friendly place, but only a short drive away is Annan and Moffat. A truly relaxing and memorable family holiday and we will definitely be returning.

Fantastic cottage in a stunning part of the world.

Home from home and a lovely owner who couldn't have been more helpful if she tried. Could not fault and will be returning next year.

1st time at North Lodge and we were blown away when we first arrived at this Stunning House!

Absolutely Spotless throughout. Carolyn the owner is just fabulous! Always on hand if you need anything and she was very informative on places to visit! Our Dog and Children loved the garden we couldnt believe the size of it! We had a couple of rainy days but the house is full of places to chill with plenty games and books so we were quite happy in this superb very spacious home from home! Lisa Pomeroy

This was our second visit to North Lodge and it was exactly as we expected.

The house and grounds are exceptionally well maintained providing a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. A great time was had by all, with good weather thrown in!

A beautiful house and gardens in an idyllic setting.

The owner, Carolyn was very friendly and helpful. The whole holiday experience was perfect!

this was my 3rd year at this wonderful property and already booked for next year.

What more can i say. Truly a wonderful property and location.

This was the perfect holiday home, in a wonderful location.

The owner Carolyn was lovely and could not have been more helpful. Would we return.......most definitely!!!!

We had a great break away at North Lodge.

It is a lovely house with all the home comforts, so spacious and clean. The beds are really comfy, bathroom and wet room very well appointed and having the use of a full kitchen and utility really meant we could settle in straight away. The garden is huge and in a beautiful position with the River Annan flowing right by, yet very safe and secluded. We will definitely return for more visits.

Second visit to North Lodge.

Again an absolute delight. The house and garden are beautiful. As is the surrounding area. We love North Lodge so much we booked to come back next year, while we were there.

North Lodge, Annan is one of the finest houses we have stayed in (Stateside, Europe or at home) and from our arrival at the sleepy little village of Brydekirk to our reluctant departure, everything was tip top.

I have to say our relatively good sized garden seemed small on our return back to "HQ" and the kids are bemoaning the fact that we lack storage and roominess and a "wowee garden". The holiday house was in perfect pristine order for our arrival with all the creature comforts (plus!) that we could want. It kind of spoils you because you know that you will use the North Lodge "credentials" on a comparative basis. The delightful owner seemed like an old time pal by the time the holiday was over, such was her relaxed, informative and hospitable manner. However, equally your privacy is of paramount importance. If you require assistance of any sort - it is there at your fingertips. She really does want to know that the occupants are happy -not so with every self catering we have booked in the past. Sykes made the whole process seamless from start to finish and the early booking deposit is a very attractive inducement. So in answer to the oft-asked question "Well we were looked after" ....................."Heck yeah"

Returned to North Lodge for another stay (our fifth time).

Two adults and four children. Once again, we had a great time. The house is spacious and comfortable and feels like a home from home. The garden is a lovely, relaxing environment and the surrounding area is ideal for walking. A stay at North Lodge is the best of both worlds - it's a secluded, peaceful spot, but only a few minutes away Annan for shopping. Once again, we would highly recommend North Lodge as a first class holiday location.

The location and the feeling of home from home when we arrived at North Lodge was superb.

Just to sit at breakfast in the conservatory and watch the wildlife was a bonus. The beds were amazing. The perfect place to see all of that beautiful area.

North Lodge is a fantastic property.

Furnished and equipped to an excellent standard. Extremely comfortable and spacious. Games, books and dvds for all ages. Lovely extensive gardens. We enjoyed watching the multitude of birds eating from the peanut feeders. The house served us well and flourished in the hubbub of a Gretna Green wedding as our daughter and her bridal entourage prepared for the Big Day (which was a huge success). Carolyn, the property owner, was the perfect host giving support and information before, during and after our stay and going above and beyond to make the wedding week a fabulous stay. The Brig Inn at Brydekirk served wonderful home cooked food and everyone there went out of their way to make us very welcome. Sykes were also brilliant and very helpful during the booking process. It’s wonderful when a plan all comes together leaving lasting wonderful memories of a wedding week at North Lodge.

Very much home from home and extremely comfortable.

Ideal family holiday retreat or special family event. Definitely will be returning

Carolyn was the perfect host , couldn’t do enough for us, even tho we wanted for nothing The lodge was amazing only way to describe it beautiful, clean I would recommend north lodge - perfect Maybe Carolyn should take over the pub !

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This is a stunning place to stay, large, lot's of room to bounce about in, and loads of space in the garden to run around and play foot ball.

Highly recommended.

Fantastic house, plenty of room, lots for all the family to do and great playroom in the attic for the kids to enjoy some space and use the facilities.

Perfect location for easily accessible walks, plenty of wildlife to see. The dogs thoroughly enjoyed their stay too. Very quiet and private too. Highly recommend and we will return.

North Lodge is a superb setting for a holiday break.

The house is immaculate and contains all that any family could want, with or without children. The standard of the accommodation is excellent. With large gardens and patios, the outside areas are plentiful and offer different settings for you to enjoy the outdoors if the weather permits! The owner, Carlyn is very welcoming and helpful and we returned this year for a second holiday and were very pleased we did.

What an amazing property, Carolyn was extremely helpful and friendly, we had a superb time in an amazing holiday home which had everything we could have wished for.

The Pub was a little tired but the atmosphere and welcoming was exceptional, loved every minute of our stay and would recommend to anyone. The Elliott’s, Bamfords, little Aruna and of course Georgie the golden retriever. December 2018

The scenery is fantastic and the house is beautiful and offers all the comforts of home.

We took our two dogs, not only were the gardens perfect for them but there are excellent walks straight outside the front gate. We loved it and are looking forward to going back next year.

This was our third visit to North Lodge and once again we had a fantastic week in this wonderful house.

We met our lovely host Carolyn who really can't do enough for her guests. The house and gardens are fabulous, The house has absolutely everything you need, there is something for all ages. The beds are so comfy and the open fire makes the house cozy. There are plenty of lovely walks straight from the door. We can't wait to go again next year! Highly recommended.

The brochure description of this property does not do it justice.

It is a beautifully equipped property and the owner Carolyn can't do enough to make sure your stay is a happy one, she goes above and beyond to ensure this. The garden is very large and well suited to children and dogs alike. Great walks straight from the door. We have stayed in many cottages over the years and this one is by far the best, we will definitely be back. .

I was looking for a home from home so I could spend a fortnight relaxing, cooking socialising and exploring with various groups of family, friends and dog.

What I got was so much more! I made new friends around the village and from the pub, Caroline the host was invaluable in providing details of places to visit (I am particularly grateful for the Oro gin distillery recommendation) and provided slow cookers , recipe books and complete baking equipment so I could rediscover my culinary talents following my retirement! I came home refreshed, relaxed and ready to embrace this new phase of my life. The cottage was so beautifully furnished that I even took away some home decor ideas! Thankyou Caroline, for making my stay so perfect and for the birthday flowers and chocolates! I’ll be coming back soon.

There's not a lot you could add to the fantastic reviews tbh.

However would I will say is this accommodation is second to none. Difficult to choose between the house and the location tbh. Which if you're a dog owner is magnificent. The walk along the river to Annan was breathtaking. It's an hour's drive to Kesweck in the Lake District, which is absolute must! Finally Carolyn what a pleasure to meet. Nothing was too much trouble and her passion for the house and the area are so infectious.

We had a lovely holiday at North Lodge.

The house has everything and more that you need for a great family holiday. We were a family group that included young adults, teenagers and a Labrador. A great time was had by everyone. We have never stayed in a house where the owner was as attentive as Carolyn. It was great to have a phone call before the holiday to discuss how we wanted beds setting up & to be given advice on places to visit. She even called in with a replacement parasol that had broken the week before our stay! Our Labrador loved the freedom of the garden and we loved the fact that he was safe to wander around safely. Mabie Forest just outside Dumfries was great for Mountain Biking & Dog Walking and the Devils Porridge Museum at Annan is worth a visit. The Outlet shopping centre in Gretna Green was good for bargains. Thanks to Carolyn we had a relaxing and very enjoyable family holiday. I'm sure we will be returning at some point in the future.

We recently stayed in North Lodge for a week.

We chose it initially because of the large amount of outdoor space. The Lodge looked amazing on the website but when we arrived everything about it exceeded our expectations. The gardens are amazing. Our boys aged 9 and 6 loved the 'mini' football pitch. The inside of the house is stunning and finished to a really high standard. The amount of space available again exceeded our expectations. The house has absolutely everything you could need....games consoles and games for rainy days....fab kitchen....loads of comfy sofas to chill out on....just everything about it shouted quality / 10 out of 10. We had lots of great days out to near by farm parks, castles and nature reserves. I would 100% recommend this house to others and will definitely not hesitate to book again in the future. The owner couldn't do enough for us and was happy to advise on ideas for days out..there was prosecco and G & T waiting for us when we arrived....the extra little touches like this just added to the wow factor for us. We've stayed in quite a few lodges / cottages across the UK and none of them have ever wowed us like this one did.

The lodge had everything in it that we needed and more.

The gardens were secure and well kept Lovely setting, very peaceful and relaxing. Carolyn was very helpful and provided us with all the information we needed. We had a fantastic holiday and it’s definitely a place we would return to.

This property is amazing, the owner has though of every little detail Absolutely top spec fixtures and fittings real luxury

North Lodge is a beautiful large stone-built house which is furnished to the highest standards.

It is very well equipped with entertainment for all ages in the evenings. The very large well maintained gardens were excellent for the children playing in with the adults also joining in most of the games, which were provided. There were three generations in our party, and everyone voted the holiday a great success. We've already booked a return next year - probably the biggest compliment we can give. The owner, Carolyn, went out of her way to ensure that we had all the information we needed to explore the locality. The welcoming drinks were an excellent touch, all customer care to the highest level. This house offers something for everyone, so is very highly recommended to families and multi-age parties. First class!

We loved our stay already booked for next year beautiful house and gardens lots to do in house to keep kids occupied as well As quite and trancal time my dog bud loved the gardens he was able to run About with getting out easy access to motorway so u can drive to small towns or go further afield if u wish all in all a great hoilday the owner kept us in the loop so never any issues thanks again

This was my 2nd year at North lodge and i am already booked for next year, Great house,great garden and a great owner, who goes out her way for you.

We count down the days to we are back, totally love this house

Having rented many holiday properties over the years I can say without a doubt this was the best.

This house is a home; beautifully decorated with everything needed for an extremely comfortable stay. There were six adults and two lab retrievers in our party; plenty of room inside and out meant we never felt crowded. We were very lucky with the weather for the first part of our stay and a storm at the end of the week meant a day indoors proved quite a treat as there was plenty of games to play and movies to watch (Netflix and DVD's). We booked ahead before our arrival for dinner at the Brig Inn. The couple who run this were so helpful and very welcoming and Mary who does the cooking is a real treasure. The main of mince and tatties in giant Yorkshire puddings with the most mouth watering deserts for after went down a storm. We even went to their coffee morning (every Thursday at 11am) pots of fresh coffee and tea and all you can eat cakes for just £5 a head!! Cakes too numerous to mention but the Victoria sponge was too die for and the scones were amazing; again all baked by Mary who could give Mary Berry a run for her money! A day at Powfoot beach, about 3 miles away, was lovely with lunch at Del Amitri's, their parsnip soup was delish. Annan town itself is a great place for a wander around and we always get dinner at the farmer's market who sell homemade pies, lasagnes etc. The shop keepers are very welcoming ushering in the dogs so they don't feel left out. Another dog friendly shopping experience can also be had at the Gretna Gateway Outlet; the majority of the shops allowing dogs inside and there was fresh bowls of water along the shopping parade for them. Also I cannot finish this review without a huge thank you to the cleaners who do an obviously amazing and thorough job also to Carolyn, the owner, so very friendly. Carolyn kindly provided very useful info before our arrival and checked that all was okay during our stay; the welcome gift was also very much appreciated. We will be back.

Firstly thank you to Carolyn, for all her knowledge and help before and during our recent stay The Lodge is better than advertised, as you the location is excellent and is so quiet, with the exception of the water flowing down the Annan river.

You only have to read previous comments to understand that this place is a little gem, you can see this has been a family home within the last 3 years Plenty of locations to visit; Great mares tail Carlisle castle Annan, via the river walk Hoddom castle, another great walk, and opportunity for food and drinks at the castle Sandy hills great beach location And many more... We are booking again for next year, believe that says it all Again many thanks to Carolyn

We have rented a number of cottages over the years and have never really had any complaints.

However, this property excelled in so many ways that we were thrilled with the value. The garden is one which keeps giving. The adjacent walks are secure for our dog and the property is extremely spacious and well appointed. It is also well situated next to the motorway and more importantly, the local pub which we found to be very welcoming. Solway Firth (both sides) and Lake District and Scottish Borders, Kielder Forest park are all within easy driving distance. Lastly, the owner was most helpful for which we were thankful.

WE REALLY ENJOYED STAYING AT NORTH LODGE THE HOUSE ITSELF IS REALLY WORTH STAYING IN THE GARDEN IS REALLY NICE AND LARGE ENOUGTH FOR CHILDREN TO PLAY IN THE RIVERSIDE WALKS ARE A TREAT IN THEMSELVES IF YOU HAVE A DOG THE SOLWAY FIRTH IS A MUST VISIT BEACH WHEN THE TIDE IS OUT AND IF IT IS A WET DAY THERE IS AN X BOX AND A PLAY STATION FOR THE CHILDRENS ENTERTAINMENT AS WELL AS PLENTY OF VIDEOS FOR THE ADULTS I GIVE IT 5 STARS

North Lodge is a lovely property, providing everything you could need during your stay.

The extensive enclosed garden was ideal for our dogs, who enjoyed having so much space. The owner, Carolyn, was very welcoming and attentive both before our arrival and during our time there. North Lodge is the best property we have stayed at and we would highly recommend it.

The cottage is like home from home!

Has more than you could ever wish for! And the owner is very friendly and helpful and most importantly approachable too!

This is our second visit to North Lodge.

The property is one of the nicest we have ever seen and the owner is professional, attentive and an absolute pleasure to deal with.

A beautiful home in a quite village.

A perfect way to relax and a dogs heaven. The house is warm and cosy and well maintained and extremely clean and with beautiful views of the spacious garden. Than you Carolyn ( a lovely open and honest person) for your communications and information and I have know doubt we will be back .

The pictures do not do this property justice!

North Lodge is phenomenal inside and out! The owner Mrs Hamilton goes above and beyond too, we've booked various cottages through Sykes and never before have we had an owner ask what we would like to do whilst in The area, Mrs Hamilton took on board what our interests are and took the time to send us information of what's available, with costs, web links, and the welcome gift was also the best yet 5 stars all round!! The pub directly over the Bridge (it's not the ritz) however the locals are very welcoming and it's dog friendly which is great after doing the Riverside Walk which starts from the Front Door of North Lodge! And the little ones are allowed in till 20.00 also! I would highly recommend a visit to the Annandale Distillery which is 5mins away from North Lodge a 45min tour is only £8.50 and is so informative about the local history and the ups and downs of the Distillery and how it's in the position it's in now! A lot of other attractions don't open till mid March but that didn't stop us having a Fabulous time! If you don't mind a drive Glasgow is an hours drive away where you have Kelvingrove Art Gallery which is donation entrance and parking is only £1 for 4hrs also the Transport Museum which again is donation entrance and parking is only £1 great days out and great for kids of all ages.....we'll definitely return to North Lodge!

To be honest, the pictures you have on your site do not do North Lodge Justice.

This is a cottage that makes you feel like you have walked into your home, it is so inviting and relaxing. Every room in the house is warm and has everything you need to relax. Carolyn was a great host and made sure that I had all the information I required about the house and surrounding places of interest. North Lodge is not too remote but its nice that you have a lot of privacy. The garden is huge and great not only for dogs but somewhere to sit and just watch the world go by. People say that they will visit certain places again, this is one of those cottages that keeps pulling you back. Great location to get to many of the historic locations around the region. Thanks Carolyn.

One week in North lodge in January with four adults and two dogs (labradors).

The house is spacious and caters for all ages. There’s games for the all ages, both indoor games and games for outdoors. The house is clean and well maintained. The garden is big and dog friendly. This felt like home, from arriving to the sadness of leaving. Our holidays in January are special to us and I look for houses that cater for dogs and use quality furnishings and don’t require a second mortgage to rent it for the week. North lodge does this. One worry renting a house and taking my dogs is the washing facilities for them, my two seem to attract mud, I needn’t have worried, that’s catered for, there is a hose outside I used for washing my mucky dogs, but if you prefer to use warm water, there’s a shower room off the entrance hall. (I brought my dogs towels with me) The garden is secure for two labradors but small dogs may find the spaces at the bottom of the fence. The dogs loved North lodge gardens, The river walk is at the other side of the fence. We would definitely go back, North lodge is a home from home.

As we walked in and saw the house for the 1st time the pictures as lovely as they were still didnt do this house justice, it was perfect, we had a very lovely starter pack from Carolyn, who emailed us and called us to make sure we had everything we needed which was a lovely touch, she looked after us very well, our dogs Bobbi & Morag thoroughly enjoyed the garden we think they enjoyed theirselves more than we did, we needed a relaxing break and that is exactly what we got the sound of the river at the bottom of the garden was a lovely bonus.

Would highly recommend to friends and family and would love to come back again, best cottage we have booked so far and there have been a few. Would give this 10 out of 10 however if there was a hot tub it would be 11 out of 10. Thank you for a fabulous holiday. Scott & Lesley

All 10 of us arrived to a lovely welcome pack and spent a fantastic time with friends and family in this well equipped house.

From the daily walks with the dogs down the river to the pub just 3 mins walk over the bridge and the teenagers enjoying the football pitch on the back lawn even in the dead of winter. We cooked good food and lounged around the open fire in the evening, playing games and watching movies. We brought in the "bells" with a few drams and danced into the small hours. Our host Carolyn was on hand should we need topping up of kindling and firewood. Great place. We will be back!

This was our second stay in North Lodge.

I booked to stay here for Christmas as soon as we got from our last stay there because we were so impressed. I would say this is our favourite out of all the holiday cottages we have stayed in.We had such a lovely time with our family. There is absolutely nothing to fault with this wonderful house, everything you need and more! The beds are very comfortable with lovely bedding. The kitchen is amazing. Excellent value for money. Carolyn is the perfect host and keeps in touch while you are there to check that everything is going well. The welcome goodies were enjoyed by all! Thank you for a fabulous week, we will be back.

This is without doubt the best house we have stayed in.

It is a home with everything included. So comfortable and spacious. The huge garden and patio areas add to the delight of the main house. Placed just outside the main village of Brydekirk, you have the feeling of privacy whilst being only 10 minutes from the local town of Annan which has all f the shops and facilities you need. The owner, Carolyn is astar. Not only for the pre-welcome chat over the phone but also for the welcome gifts and support and advice whilst we were at her house. An excellent holiday destination.

Just wow.

This place is beautiful, even nicer than the photos. The owner, Carolyn, is lovely and made sure we had everything for our stay, very well equipped with everything you need. The house is spacious, homely, warm and comfortable. It offers lots of living space and the grounds are ideal for family exploring with pooch! We will definitely return - thank you :-)

We enjoyed the location of the cottage, at the edge of a small village Brydekirk, it has the river and the walks at the back of the property which were perfect for us and our 2 dogs.

There are walks both to the left and right of the property and a pub over the bridge which serves meals and is very welcoming. The gardens were fully enclosed which was great as we had our 3 yr old grandson with us for part of our holiday. The cottage itself was spacious and was very well equipped, a home from home really. Nothing was too much trouble for the owner who was on hand if there were any problems. We had a great week at North Lodge and will be returning next year.

This property was absolutely beautiful, fabulous setting with everything you needed provided for.

Everything you would be likely to need was provided.

A lovely house in a lovely location.

This holiday cottage is outstanding beautifull.

The owner as put a lot off extras which are great touches very welcoming. There is a lot to see and do in the area.

The owner was very helpful and went the extra mile.

We had problem with boiler but the owner was straight on it . will definitely go again and recomend to anybody.

We have been on a lot of cottage holidays but this was by far the best!

It was an amazing cottage in a beautiful location and the owner was extremely helpful and attentive. Thank you so much for making our holiday so special.

Well presented house and good secluded grounds for kids and dogs.

Close enough to Annan an right beside a popular walking path along the river. Would recommend property to others.

Beautiful property right by the river Annan.

A A Tranquil and a restful stay with everything we needed in this fabulous house.. Loved the large garden for our dog to roam safely. Can't fault anything. Would happily book again

The property was exemplary in every way and felt like home as soon as we walked in.

We could not have asked for more and will revisit without hesitation

This house was beautiful and we as a family of 9 and the dog had a great time, there are plenty of walks and Tesco was only 5 miles up the road the owner was very nice and helpful, we will be back.

We had a fantastic week staying in North Lodge.

It is the best house we have stayed in and we have stayed in a quite a lot, this was our fourth cottage holiday this year. The house has everything you could need and more! It's spacious, warm and the bed was so comfortable, in fact everything was comfortable. Our dog absolutely loved the large and secure garden as did we. There are plenty of lovely walks straight from the door. The welcome goodies were very much appreciated, and thanks to Carolyn for keeping in touch and giving us lots of useful information. I know that we will visit North Lodge again and again.

Beautiful House, had everything we needed and so much more, location was very good lots of lovely walks nearby, dog friendly pub just a few minutes walk away, the owner catered very well for children with lots of toys, games and outdoor games, the garden was beautiful, The owner Carolyn was friendly and helpful,we would most definitely go back to North Lodge.

Very lovely property and gardens.

We wanted total seclusion and a break from our busy lives. Property exceeded expectations in quality and presentation.

Absolutely beautiful house in a fantastic location, the owner is super friendly and helpful.

We could not have asked for more.

Fantastic house and garden and the owner was a pleasure to deal with.

We will return!

Of all the Sykes high standard properties I've stayed at North Lodge is by far the best.

Lovely property, lovely location and lovely welcome from Carolyn. Definitely going back!

The house was absolutely beautiful, one of the best we've stayed in.

A real home from home but with added luxuries. The location was ideal as we had a dog & there were riverside walks on your doorstep. Very peaceful & between half an hour to an hour away from all the main attractions. I would highly recommend this house & would love to stay again.

We (2 adults, 3 kids) recently stayed at North Lodge for a week and had a lovely time.

The house is situated amidst beautiful scenery and is ideally placed for local walks along the River Annan, and for exploring Dumfries and Galloway more widely. It is also just a couple of miles away from the town of Annan. The house itself is beautifully decorated, comfortable, spacious and well equipped with high quality fittings and furnishings - it felt to us like a home from home. The back garden is great environment for kids to play in (it is enclosed with no direct access to the river) and for adults to relax in. The owner was welcoming and easily contactable during our stay for any queries. We would definitely return to North Lodge for another visit.