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Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms

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3 bedrooms, bed sheets
Interior
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

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Check out the area

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Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway
  • Popular LocationMorton Castle9 min drive
  • Popular LocationDrumlanrig Castle12 min drive
  • Popular LocationDumfries Ice Bowl22 min drive
  • AirportGlasgow (PIK-Prestwick)78 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms

This beautifully positioned House sits within its own extensive and well-maintained garden and provides spacious accommodation for up to 8 people. The peaceful garden with riverside strolls beside Shinnel Water is shared with the owner who lives in an adjacent cottage. The ground floor features a sitting and dining room as well as conservatory, affording a larger party space to breathe before coming together as a family in the evenings. Big windows make for bright rooms and look out onto large expanses of lawn, a pond and small river (both unfenced), mature shrubs, a vegetable patch and terrace area with seating. Although you may be tempted to stay in all day and explore the garden, the surrounding area does not disappoint!
The culture and history of Scotland can be discovered and enjoyed at many local sites, one of which is Drumlanrig Castle with its beautiful gardens and famous art collection. The highest village in Scotland at Wanlockhead with its sister village of Leadhills is nearby and is the home of Scotland’s Lead mining museum. The nearby village of Moniaive, a finalist in the 2018 Scottish Culture Awards, is well worth a visit and hosts regular events including a Folk Festival (May,) a Horse Show. (July) and various music events throughout the year. Local town of Thornhill has a range of shops, pubs, and cafes.
The area gives an unrivalled cross section of life from days gone by through the industrial revolution to modern life; however, one thing that has not changed is the tranquil beauty that greets all who venture into Southern Scotland. Solway coast and Galloway Forest Park are within easy reach.
Outdoor enthusiasts will also enjoy the many activities available on the door step, including walks and cycle routes with mountain bike tracks for all abilities, being geographically central for many of the 7Stanes mountain bike trails (Ae Forest, Mabie, and others), golf, fishing, clay pigeon shooting, and horse riding.

POSTCODE: DG3 4JT
Shinnel House accepts bookings with an any day arrival for any of number of nights throughout the year
Damage Deposit - £150
STL Licence: DG01054F
EPC:D

Accommodation for up to 8 people across two floors: Ground floor comprised of entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, garden room, Double bedroom with zip n’ link beds, bathroom with over-bath shower, utility room.
First floor – Double bedroom, Family room with 2 singles plus 2 additional trundle beds, shower room
Services: Oil Central heating and electricity included * Multi-fuel stove with initial supply of logs* Washing machine & tumble drier * Electric oven and hob * Microwave * Fridge freezer * Dishwasher * Cot & Highchair available on request * TV with Freeview * Patio with garden furniture * BBQ * Garden shared with owner * Bicycle Storage * Bed linen & towels provided * Parking for 3 cars * Sorry, no dogs * No smoking in house or grounds*

PLEASE NOTE – The garden is not enclosed and features an UNFENCED pond and river. Small children should be supervised.

Property manager

DiscoverScotland

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Shinnel House - a House That Sleeps 8 Guests in 3 Bedrooms
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About the neighborhood

Thornhill

This cottage is located in Thornhill. Romans and Reivers Route and Moat Brae National Centre for Children's Literature are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blackwood Loch and Moffat Community Nature Reserve. Dumfries Ice Bowl and Dalscone Farm Fun are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Morton Castle - 9 min drive
  • Drumlanrig Castle - 12 min drive
  • Dalscone Farm Fun - 22 min drive
  • Dumfries Ice Bowl - 22 min drive
  • Dumfries House - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Sanquhar Station - 25 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Drumlanrig Cafe - 5 min drive
  • Lean Bean - 5 min drive
  • Drumlanrig Castle Tea Room - 12 min drive
  • The Green Tearoom - 8 min drive
  • Green Tea House - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shinnel House - a house that sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated in Thornhill, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Thornhill Hospital, Drumlanrig Castle, and Morton Castle. Blackwood Loch and Morton Castle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guenevère N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property
We loved our stay at Shinnel House. The garden really is lovely and we enjoyed staying home every other day. It was big enough for our family of 7 and had everything we needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023