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Keepers Cottage - Hoddom

Lockerbie, near Dumfries, Southern Scotland
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Luxurious detached cottage with wood burner and enclosed wrap-around garden
  • Located on a 9,000-acre country estate with lovely walks on your doorstep
  • Walking distance from the local golf course, friendly pub, restaurant and River Annan
Property code: OC-86068

Retreat to this gorgeous one-bedroom cottage in Hoddom, Dumfries and Galloway, and enjoy sweet seclusion with your beloved and two of your best furry friends. Sleeping just two guests, this enticing holiday home nestles in an idyllic setting within 9,000-acre grounds and is perfect for a couple. Explore the area to your heart’s content, with your happy hounds at your heel; follow footpaths through undulating countryside and trails through magnificent forest. Return to the single-storey property to light the wood burner or unwind in the fresh air while the pups enjoy the garden.

Call your perfect pets in through the hall and into the lounge. Settle them in front of a crackling wood burner while you find your favourite programme on the Smart TV. Discover there is also a double sofa bed in here if needed. Head through to the kitchen to feed your four-legged friends and to whip up a romantic meal for two with the delicious Scottish produce you have sourced on your excursions. Find you also have a useful washing machine in here. After dinner, take the pups for a turn around the garden before indulging in a hot shower and heading off to the double bedroom. Take morning coffee in the sunroom on warm days, with the door open so your cheerful chums can pad in and out; dine outside on fine days. There is plenty of parking at the cottage.

Enjoy a 2-mile circular walk from Hoddom Bridge, 1 mile away, taking in Repentance Tower, which dates back to the 1560s, and Hoddom Castle. Drive 6 miles to Eskrigg Reserve where dogs on leads can accompany you along woodland trails or drive 8.5 miles to Loch Maben for a 4-mile circuit of Castle Loch, taking in a wooded sculpture trail and Lochmaben Castle.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 shower room with shower and WC
  • Wood burner – first basket of logs included
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Enclosed garden with seating area
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Electric car charging point (additional charges apply, payable directly to owner)
  • Beach 7 miles, shops 4 miles
  • The Coach House pub under new management within Hoddom Castle Caravan grounds is a 10 minute walk away 
  • Dogs are free to roam within the property grounds
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

 

Gavin Grant

This property is personally managed by Gavin.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 42 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Claire 9th June 2026

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This is a fantastic cottage for a couple. Location is great for exploring and if you have a dog with you they will love it! The garden is mostly secure but not entirely. On the whole a fantastic cottage in great decorative order. We loved our time there.

Reviewed by Claire 12th May 2026

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The cottage was lovely. It had everything you could need and was set in a lovely picturesque area. We only stayed for three nights but would happily return for longer.

Reviewed by Kevin 30th March 2026

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Cottage in good quiet location for river walks & fishing. Wildlife haven, rabbits, hares, buzzards, red kites, deer in nearby woods. Short walk to Hoddom castle for lunch or evening meal .

Reviewed by Neil 14th March 2026

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Safe, pleasant, good equipment.

Reviewed by Ian 16th January 2026

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Reviewed by Andrew 9th January 2026

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Cottage was excellent value for money. Everything there for self-catering holiday. Comfortable and cosy. Would book again.

Reviewed by Jane 23rd December 2025

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We stayed here for four nights over Christmas and it was utterly perfect. The photos do not do justice to this cottage as its much nicer when you see it. Very well equipped and super comfortable. Little touches of kindness with milk in the fridge, tea, coffee, sugar, biscuits. There was even a dressed and lit Christmas tree, much appreciated! The sRead moreurrounding area is lovely and so quiet and peaceful. We will definitely be returning here as it was everything we wanted and more. Hide

Reviewed by Angela 12th December 2025

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A beautiful cosy cottage in a rural setting. Very peaceful, the perfect place to unwind. We will definitely return.

Reviewed by Pauline 14th November 2025

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BEST dog friendly cottage with secure garden yet-will def go back. Both big gundogs had the best fun in the proper secure dog garden. The porch with radiator off the kitchen direct to garden was a boost for wet dog days . Impeccable cottage at the end of a track so total privacy with walks from the door and The Coach Inn at The Castle just a 5min wRead morealk through the woods after just 50m on a quiet road. Lovely comfy bed, fab shower, toasty warm lovely decor lounge & perfect kitchen for two. 12/10. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 1st November 2025

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We loved this cottage really quiet and peaceful very clean and cosy dog loved the enclosed garden and we all loved the jog fire plenty of walks even though the weather wasn't great we managed a different short walk everyday . Found Tesco express in Lochmaban and there's a speciality food shop there too Everything and more for us to have a lovely stRead moreay Hide

Reviewed by J 24th October 2025

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Comfortable and warm cottage with everything we needed. Great hillside location with views over the adjacent woodlands. Good for relaxing and bird watching. Recommend a visit to Annandale Distillery and Repentance Tower.

Reviewed by Alison 3rd October 2025

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For a quiet restful place to get away from it all, keepers cottage was just what we needed. Will book again

Reviewed by Gill 26th September 2025

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If you are looking for peace and tranquililly in beautiful surroundings as well as a lovely homely cottage to stay in then Keepers Cottage at Hoddam is for you. This was our third stay, which says it all. A lovely cosy living room with log burner. A well appointed kitchen. Bedroom on the small side but more than adequate for out needs. Very dog friRead moreendly. Easy to walk onto the Hoddam Estate to the Coach House for meals,(open 4 days). Easy access to walks locally. Dumfries and Galloway great place Hide

Reviewed by Trudi 19th September 2025

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Perfect !!!! The most stunning location best equipped cosiest cottage we've stayed in The log burner is the best we've ever used.. Perfect for out 2 dogs they loved the quiet location and the entertainment of the pheasants running across the field

Reviewed by Ian 22nd August 2025

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We have now stayed here four times & absolutely love it.

Reviewed by Daniel 15th August 2025

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Beautiful location and the cottage has everything you need. Dogs loved the enclosed garden and we had a wonderful stay. Would recommend and stay again.

Reviewed by Patricia 8th August 2025

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Loved the cottage and the wonderful views and secure space around the property especially for our dog. Comfortable sofas in the spacious lounge; well equipped kitchen and amazing shower. Perfect conservatory/lean to. Appreciated the welcome pack. We have enjoyed our stay very much, thank you.

Reviewed by Caroline 18th July 2025

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We had a lovely weekend at the Keepers Cottage, very clean and comfortable. Dogs loved the large enclosed garden. We hope to be back soon.

Reviewed by Norma 4th July 2025

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Reviewed by Isabel 20th June 2025

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The cottage was comfortable and in a lovely, quiet location. We enjoyed sitting outside on the patio and also using the conservatory when this wasn't possible because of the weather. The rain on the roof makes quite a sound! There are lovely walks nearby.

Reviewed by Gerald 13th June 2025

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Very comfortable and well presented and very quite. Anyone with dogs will find plenty of walks.

Reviewed by Maureen 6th June 2025

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Thoroughly enjoyed this little cottage. Nice decor and a superb shower. Very comfortable bed. Perfect for a couple seeking a slightly remote get-away.

Reviewed by Maureen 30th May 2025

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Absolutely love this cottage, garden perfect for the dogs so secure and lots of interesting places to visit not too far away will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Marilyn 23rd May 2025

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Reviewed by Peter 2nd May 2025

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Well appointed with nothing lacking. Quiet with no worries about passing traffic. Worth another visit!

Reviewed by David 25th April 2025

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Reviewed by Robert 18th April 2025

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The cottage was very comfortable and well appointed. The rural location was ideal for us and we enjoyed watching the wildlife and meeting the friendly horse. We found several interesting attractions within easy reach. All in all a very relaxing holiday.

Reviewed by Anne 28th March 2025

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Reviewed by Gerald 27th December 2024

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The cottage was lovely and with all of the facilities you have at home. Nice walks around the property.

Reviewed by Henry 20th December 2024

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Reviewed by Howard 23rd November 2024

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Fantastic cottage, great views and walks, everything you need in a cottage, best we have stayed at, dogs loved the garden, we loved the securely fenced garden. Even though we stayed in the winter will definitely look to revisit in the summer, would recommend the cottage to anyone.

Reviewed by Lorraine 1st November 2024

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This was our second time staying at cosy Keepers Cottage and it was, yet again an enjoyable week's break. We chose this lovely accommodation as our dog is petrified of fireworks and this cottage is quite remote. If you're looking for somewhere to eat, venture to Hoddam Castle.....fabulous food .....and dog friendly.

Reviewed by Angus 18th October 2024

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Reviewed by Gerald 4th October 2024

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Excellent position for walking, very peacefully and lovely accomodation. Would go again.

Reviewed by Mark 27th September 2024

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Had a lovely stay at the cottage, the enclosed wrap around garden was ideal for the dog to roam free, nice surprise to see a welcome pack on arrival which came in very handy, great walks right on the doorstep so didn't need to use the car , will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Susan 20th September 2024

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What a lovely cottage, very clean and equipped well. Lovely surroundings, very warm. Our little dog loved it and garden was secure. Lovely area. Susan Worcesteshire

Reviewed by Neil 6th September 2024

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Excellent location for local walks with my dog and an enclosed secure garden for the dog. Well-maintained and furnished cottage for 1-2 people. I would recommend it.

Reviewed by Glyn 30th August 2024

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Fantastic cosy cottage in a very peaceful setting. Lovely enclosed garden so it was very safe for our labrador to wander and explore - he had a great time. The welcome pack was really appreciated, thankyou. Enjoyed watching the rabbits in the garden and on the hills every day. We had a very relaxing week and we will be back.

Reviewed by Joyce 23rd August 2024

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A warm and cosy cottage in a peaceful and beautiful setting ideal for a relaxing break.

Reviewed by Joseph 9th August 2024

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This cottage is wonderful in a lovely area and gorgeous setting. Lovely enclosed garden for my fur babies to enjoy their holiday too we all had a wonderful relaxing time. Between sitting out in the lovely patio area to star gazing at night in this wonderful location

Reviewed by A 19th July 2024

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Lovely cottage, homely and comfortable, very clean with tasteful decor. Garden area nice and peaceful with patio area to sit and enjoy - weather permitting! Location perfect for relaxation. Some lovely walks on the doorstep, lots of interesting places to explore. Hope to return.

Reviewed by Pauline 12th July 2024

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Lovely cottage well equipped with everything you could possibly need. It is situated in a lovely area.

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