The Best South of Scotland Bed & Breakfasts

recommended B&Bs and guest houses in Southern Scotland


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Craigadam

Crocketford

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a peaceful retreat offering individually themed rooms, a drawing room with log fire and attractive gardens, evening meals can be pre-arranged

The Old School

New Cumnock

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former classrooms now make chic bedrooms that are exceptionally spacious and there is a cosy lounge sitting area with warming log burner

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enjoy award-winning breakfasts and unspoiled views of sweeping countryside at this relaxing B&B that also offers seasonal evening meals

Clint Lodge

St. Boswells

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enjoy evening meals on request at this luxurious, former hunting lodge offering peace and quiet with beautiful, pastoral views over the river

Glenapp Castle

Ballantrae

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a stunning baronial house surrounded by 36 acres of gardens and woodland, it offers gourmet, 6-course dining and sumptuous guest rooms

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a fine Scottish baronial manor, set in a 28 acre estate, with individually styled rooms and suites, lounges with log fires and fine dining restaurant

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a friendly and welcoming B&B, set in a beautiful, stone farmhouse with bright, comfy rooms, just 20 minutes drive from the coast and Lindisfarne

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a small, intimate hotel set in 6 acres of peaceful parkland close to the coast of the Solway Firth, some rooms feature private sitting rooms

Billerwell Farm

Bonchester Bridge

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high review scores for the charming, beautifully appointed rooms of this traditional farmhouse, and for the cosy sitting room with a log burner

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an historic Scottish manse providing luxurious, well appointed rooms on a working farm where the resident hens provide eggs for breakfast

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set in the picturesque Rhins area, an 18th Century Scottish manse in a picturesque location and featuring comfortable rooms with classic decor

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set in 4 acres of gardens and woodland, this elegant, hotel features well-appointed, individually styled rooms and a holistic garden spa

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small, independent hotel, with and intimate and relaxing air and just 10 spacious, individual bedrooms affording guests scenic countryside views

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a unique hotel set in 20 acres of spectacular coastline, with just 9 rooms and suites it is friendly and intimate and boasts breath taking views

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enjoys a scenic setting with a rushing brook passing through its pretty gardens, there is an elegant restaurant and cosy bar with real log fire

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a beautiful country house hotel, set in 15 acres of parkland and offering sumptuous rooms and an elegant restaurant serving award-winning food

Springkell

Eaglesfield

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a magnificent 18th century Palladian mansion set in tranquil grounds, the luxurious rooms, some 4-poster beds, are individually furnished