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 details of day trips
Many more attractions are featured in the literature and brochures which are 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. website
Dundrennan Abbey
Located on the coastal route from Kirkcudbright this is the place Mary Queen of Scots spent her last night on Scottish soil. website
Mill on the Fleet
Besides it’s own attractions The Mill also hosts the local tourist information centre. Click here for The Mill’s website. The Mill is only open from Easter until 31 October
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. website
Threave Castle
Close to the gardens Threave Castle is an impressive 14th century tower house built on an island in the River Dee. website
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
