Looking for the perfect place to bring your pooch on your next staycation? If so, then booking one of these brilliant dog-friendly cottages in Dumfries and Galloway can prove to be a wonderful way to do just that!
Whether you’re hoping to stay along its rugged coastline or nestled amongst its vast countryside, keep scrolling to see all the best places to stay for dog-friendly holidays in Dumfries and Galloway.
Why Dog-Friendly Holidays in Dumfries & Galloway?
For many dog owners, finding a place to stay that allows pets is essential when it comes to booking a staycation. So, if you’re looking to make your way up to western Scotland for your next break then you’ve come to the right place!
Not only do these dog-friendly cottages in Dumfries and Galloway provide guests and their pets with plenty of space to unwind and relax, but they’re also situated amongst some of the best countryside Scotland has to offer.
With the Galloway Forest Park dominating a huge part of the region, choosing dog-friendly accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway will put you right on its doorstep – perfect for those hoping to immerse themselves in nature and explore its enchanting woodlands and lakes.
For more ideas on what to do here, check out our Dumfries and Galloway Travel Guide.
Places to Visit from Dog-Friendly Cottages in Dumfries & Galloway
When it comes to the adventures you could have by staying at one of these dog-friendly cottages in Dumfries and Galloway, you and your four-legged companion will be spoilt for choice! For nature lovers, the Galloway Forest Park is a must-do, boasting over twenty lakes and nearly three hundred square miles of nature to explore.
Also in the area are a handful of unique and iconic castles that are well worth checking out, such as the 13th-century Threave Castle and the large stately home of Drumlanrig Castle, both of which allow dogs on-site and make for great places to explore for the day. Also in the area is Sweetheart Abbey, a well-preserved ruin that’s closely associated with the legend of the Lady of Galloway and well worth visiting if you’re in the area.
Other places to visit from these dog-friendly cottages in Dumfries and Galloway include:
Castle Douglas
Drummore
Isle of Whithorn
Portpatrick
Stranraer
Types of Dumfries and Galloway Holidays
If this collection of dog-friendly accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway hasn’t quite presented you with the perfect place to stay, fear not! This collection of large Dumfries and Galloway cottages or these Dumfries and Gallow hot tub breaks might be more suitable to what you’re looking for.
If you’re still searching for your perfect cottage there are countless other Dumfries and Galloway cottages to choose from, as well as the full list of dog-friendly cottages in Scotland.