Applegarth House Cottages

Byre & Stable are practically identical, Each have an attractive open-plan living room (with sofa bed) and fitted kitchen which is beautifully lit by the large glass windowed front door and Velux skylights. These and the blinds are remote controlled. In the evening, subtle wall lighting and inset lights in the vaulted ceiling create a warm and intimate atmosphere. Walls are decorated with works from local artists. An extremely comfortable three-seater sofa converts easily into a sofa bed if needed (for children) and the living room is completed with a beautiful, cushioned cane chair. The dining table is extendable and could comfortably seat 4 people. In the corner of each is a 48-inch smart TV with a soundbar and in addition a blue tooth speaker is provided.
The kitchen has a fridge freezer, split oven with microwave and ceramic hob, a slimline dishwasher and a condenser washer/dryer. A large dryer and drying line are in the garage if extra drying is needed. We also provide a Nespresso capsule coffee machine with milk frother. The kitchen is fully equipped for all your needs.
In each, there is a small vestibule off the living room which leads onto an immaculately designed wet room with a feature river stone floor. There is a loo and basin and a powerful drenching rain shower. Fluffy white towels hang on the heated towel rail. Next door is a double bedroom with a fabulously comfortable king size bed made up with crisp Egyptian cotton sheets.
There is a step up to the beautiful private paved terrace on the West side.
Both are disabled friendly and easily accessible to the spacious wet room. Likewise easy access from the entrance front door into the living room. There is a step up to the patio outside on the west side. A ramp can be provided. Solar panels and an air source heat pump provide underfloor heating, hot water and electricity.
Byre & Stable are dog friendly, but we ask that dogs do not go on any of the furniture. There is a £20 charge for one dog and £10 for a second.
A parking area is immediately in front of the cottages with a 7.4 kw EV charger for each.
Bikes
We have a lockable storage shed for bikes and there are also bicycles for hire.

Walks, with a view
Grey Mare’s Tail is just a 20 minute drive from us in the Moffat hills. It’s best known for its magnificent waterfall – the fifth highest in the UK – and uniquely dramatic scenery.
Applegarth is also situated on the Annandale Way which has been designated by Scotland heritage as one of Scotland’s great trails. The River Annan starts in the hills of Moffat and meanders 90 kilometers (56 miles) down to the small town of Annan and the Solway Firth. This is a beautiful and varied walk. Walkers can take 4-5 days to follow the trail.
Dumfriesshire is a gold mine of lovely walks and all very different. Other than walking the valley of the Annan, you can walk the Galloway hills or the coastal routes around the Solway.
Should you get wet, we have a perfect drying room.

Fishing…on the Annan
Applegarth House is, as you might expect, handily situated on the banks of the Applegarth Beat on the River Annan. Our fishing guests love the fact that they can take a short stroll to flick a fly.
The Annan has always been regarded as an excellent Salmon and Sea Trout river. As is the case with all Scottish rivers, the numbers have declined. However, there is still every chance to catch these fabulous fish. Countering this wane of Salmon and Sea Trout, The Annan is seeing an exciting resurgence of Brown Trout (some as big as 4-5 lbs) and Grayling.
The 64 km (nearly 40 miles) length of the Annan offers a wide variety of beats in beautiful countryside. We can arrange a local guide for the Applegarth Beat and guides elsewhere – see link below.
Fishing…on Castle Loch
Castle Loch is Scotland’s leading specimen coarse fishery and is located in a serene nature reserve.
It boasts some of the UKs best bream, carp, tench and pike fishing. (958)
The lochs’ wildlife and scenery are outstanding and a superb venue for bird watching. There is a path allowing people to walk the full way round the loch.
The fishery has a team of fully qualified professional Angling Coaches.
For the best information on fishing the River Annan look at the Fish Annan Blog which publishes the latest angling news and reports: https://fishannan.wordpress.com
For further details and obtaining permits check out FishPal: https://www.fishpal.com/search/fisheries/in/annan
For expert guidance of the river and advice: annanguiding@outlook.com
And for Castle Loch coarse Fishery: https://castlelochfishery.co.uk
We have a secure building to store rods and other gear

Golf Courses ~ a plenty!
We are lucky enough to have many excellent and very attractive golf courses in our region. Within striking distance of Applegarth is:
Lochmaben Golf Course ~ 4 miles | 10 mins www.lochmabengolf.co.uk
Applegarth has a special arrangement with Lochmaben Golf Club
TWO FREE ROUNDS OF GOLF ARE OFFERED PER ONE WEEK BOOKING WITH US ~ These are limited, so book early.
There are few more picturesque courses than Lochmaben, overlooking Kirk Loch.
Its Golf Course is one of the best examples of a parkland course in the area. It is very well kept and, due to the excellent drainage work the greens staff have put in, golf is available all year round.
Dumfries and County Golf Club ~ 12 miles | 20 mins https://www.thecounty.co.uk
A Par 69, 18-hole Parkland course designed to challenge even the most experienced golfer while providing an enjoyable and rewarding experience for beginners. Mature trees make the course challenging as does the blind tee shots. The Greens have all been relayed to USGA standards.
Powfoot ~ 17 miles | 25 mins https://www.powfootgolfclub.com
Set in breathtaking scenery in Dumfriesshire, on the Solway Coast, Powfoot Golf Course presents a mixture of both links and parkland golf of the highest standard.

Cycling
We have bicycles to borrow and a secure place to store your own.
Dumfries and Galloway is regarded as one of the best regions for cyclists.
For a wonderful illustrated account of cycling the Annandale Way: https://tinyurl.com/27hvds5f
Did you know?
In 1839, Kirkpatrick MacMillan of Thornhill, is credited for the first construction of a bicycle. Made from wood, the bike included iron-rimmed wooden wheels, a steerable front wheel and a larger rear wheel connected to pedals via connecting rods.
Kirkpatrick ~ C2C ~ South of Scotland coast to coast
Kirkpatrick C2C is a newly created route which takes you right past Applegarth House! This is the jewel in the South of Scotland’s cycling crown spanning 250 miles of breathtaking landscape from Port Patrick on the West Coast to the picturesque harbour of Eyemouth on the East.
Mountain biking ~ 7Stanes
Our region also boasts the 7Stanes ~ widely acknowledged as mountain biking heaven. They are world-class biking centres with award-winning trails offering some of the best mountain biking in the country and attracts riders from across the UK and beyond
No need to be an experienced mountain biker to enjoy these trails: there are a wide range of routes to suit beginners, families and experts. Many centres have skills areas to practice.
Following are 3 Stanes within a 45 minute drive.
Ae Forest ~ 11 miles. Ae has a superb variety of green, blue and red graded trails, an extreme downhill section for the serious experts, and a skills area for honing your technique.
Mabie ~ 17 miles . For beginners right through to the most experienced riders: Has a skills area and great trails that snake through the woods.
Dalbeattie ~ 29 miles. With gorgeous lochside trails, Dalbeattie is renowned for its technical trails, granite features and great coastal views. It also offers easy cycling