For the more active amongst you here is a selection of places very close to Galloway Cottage to go out and enjoy during your self catering holiday Don’t forget to click our Recommended page for day trips
Gatehouse of Fleet from Venniehill
Many more attractions are featured in the literature and brochures available during your self catering holiday at Galloway Cottage.
Cardoness Castle
The ancient home of the McCulloch’s is just 1 mile from Galloway Cottage on the outskirts of Gatehouse of Fleet.
Dundrennan Abbey
Located on the coastal route from Kirkcudbright this is the place Mary Queen of Scots spent her last night on Scottish soil.
Galloway Hydros
Tongland Power Station was built in the 1930’s and provides a guided tour of the site. you can also view the dam, reservoir and fish ladder.
Threave Garden & Estate
Just 1 mile west of Castle Douglas enjoy this countryside centre for walks, nature trails and the Maxwelton Collection of local bygones.
Click here for Scotland’s Gardens website which has details of over 20 gardens and nurseries in the Dumfries and Galloway area. Cally Gardens are within easy walking distance of Galloway Cottage.
The Gatehouse of Fleet website also provides lots of useful local information
