This modern farmhouse on a 170 acre working farm with cattle and sheep is an ideal base for walkers, cyclists, birdwatchers, photographers alike. The garden and large pond, is a haven for wildlife with mallard, teal, canada geese, grey lag geese, oyster catchers, lapwings and mute swans. Ideal base for exploring unspoilt countryside, beaches, castles and nature reserves as well as the Galloway Kite Trail where you may spot a red kite. Enjoy golf or horse riding nearby. A full Scottish breakfast will set you up for the day. 3 Course Evening meals available using own and local produce with tea/coffee to follow (£30 per person) and great eating houses nearby.
Nearest town or village: Kirkpatrick Durham
Directions: From the east follow A75 heading towards Castle Douglas. In the village of Springholm take right signed Kirkpatrick Durham. Once in Kirkpatrick Durham go straight over crossroads then after about 100 metres turn right signed West Barmoffity. From west follow A75 heading towards Dumfries. Then in village of Springholm follow as above.
Threave Estate 7 miles away
Threave Estate – Castle Douglas: 64 acre ornamental garden with interest throughout the year.
Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura 12 miles away
Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura: A treasure house of history in an 18th century windmill telling the history of the land and people of Dumfries and Galloway.
Caerlaverock Castle 15 miles away
Caerlaverock Castle – The epitome of the medieval stronghold with its moat and twin towered gatehouse.
Savings Bank Museum 20 miles away
Savings Bank Museum – Ruthwell: Charts the history of the community self-help project launched by Rev. Henry Duncan in his parish in 1810, eventually becoming known as the Trustee Savings Bank (TSB)
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