Summary:

Smithy House near Annan, Dumfries and Galloway, sleeps nine in four bedrooms. Please note: This property can only accept check-ins on a Friday or Monday.



The Space:

Smithy House is a detached cottage consisting of a kitchen, dining room, utility and a sitting room. Appliances include an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, woodburning stove and Smart TVs. The bedrooms include a super-king-size (zip/link), two king-size and a family room with triple single, served by a bathroom, shower room and cloakroom. To the outside is off-road parking for three cars and a garden with furniture and hot tub. Within 6.7 miles there is a shop and within 1.7 miles there is a pub and please note, two pets are welcome but sorry, no smoking. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Smithy House is a charming base for exploring the best of Dumfries and Galloway. Note: The garden is not enclosed. Note: Internal steps and low doorway heights. Please note: This property can only accept check-ins on a Friday or Monday.



The Neighborhood:

The town of Annan, a former harbour, lies on the banks of the River Annan, in East Dumfries and Galloway, and is steeped in history, with the area once the site of Roman camps and the workplace of the writer Thomas Carlyle. Each year, the town celebrates the Riding of the Marches, in honour of the Royal Charter bestowed by King James V, which involves parades, massed pipe bands and competitions. The area around Annan has many small towns, picture postcard villages and hamlets, plus beautiful unspoilt coastline, with sandy beaches and hidden coves. Visit nearby Caerlaverock Castle, one of Scotland's finest ruined castles or Annandale Distillery. Take a day trip and marvel at the majestic architecture of the grand abbeys of Melrose and Jedburgh or visit the northern Lake District and the historic Hadrian’s Wall. Annan is an ideal base for exploring this lovely area.