Dog-Friendly Accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway

Finding truly dog-friendly accommodation — where your dog is genuinely welcome rather than just tolerated — can be tricky. We've done the legwork for you. Every property listed here actively welcomes dogs, with direct loch or beach access, enclosed gardens, or dog-washing facilities.

Dumfries and Galloway offers everything from cosy self-catering cottages tucked into Galloway Forest to waterside lodges on Loch Ken and seaside B&Bs along the Solway. Whether you're planning a short break or a longer holiday, there's a perfect dog-friendly base here for you.

💡 Pro tip: Always confirm the maximum number of dogs allowed, any size restrictions, and whether there's a dog fee before booking. Our listings include these details where known.

The Ardwell Inn

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Traditional inn and B&B in the small village of Ardwell on the Rhins of Galloway peninsula, with dog-friendly rooms and a warm ...

📍 Ardwell, Stranraer
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Auchingarrich Holiday Cottages

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Traditional stone farm cottages in the beautiful Cairn Valley near Moniaive, fully dog-friendly with private enclosed gardens a...

📍 Moniaive, Thornhill
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The Cally Hotel

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Grand Georgian country house hotel set in 500 acres of private estate near Gatehouse of Fleet, welcoming dogs in selected groun...

📍 Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas
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Carlinwark Loch Lodges

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Waterside self-catering lodges on the edge of Carlinwark Loch in Castle Douglas, welcoming dogs of all sizes. Loch-side walks a...

📍 Carlinwark Loch, Castle Douglas
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Castle Cary House B&B

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Welcoming B&B in a handsome Victorian house on the edge of Creetown, with dog-friendly rooms and a large private garden. Ideall...

📍 Creetown, Newton Stewart
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Craigdhu Country House

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Peaceful country house B&B set in several acres of grounds on the outskirts of Dumfries, welcoming dogs in all rooms. Excellent...

📍 Lochfoot, Dumfries
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Drumcroy Caravan Park

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Small, peaceful caravan and camping park on the outskirts of Gatehouse of Fleet, fully dog-friendly with a relaxed atmosphere a...

📍 Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas
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Galloway House Hotel

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Elegant country house hotel set in mature walled gardens near Garlieston on the Solway coast, welcoming dogs in ground-floor ga...

📍 Garlieston, Newton Stewart
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Galloway Sailing Centre

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Dog-friendly self-catering lodges on Loch Ken near Castle Douglas. Up to 2 dogs welcome per lodge at no extra charge, with dire...

📍 Parton, Castle Douglas
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Gateside of Auchengall

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Remote and beautifully situated self-catering cottage near Glentrool in the heart of Galloway Forest Park, ideal for dog owners...

📍 Glentrool, Newton Stewart
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Glengap Holiday Park

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Family-run caravan and camping park in a quiet valley near Stranraer, fully dog-friendly with walks from the site and easy acce...

📍 Glengap, Stranraer
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Killyon Farm Cottages

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Comfortable self-catering farm cottages near Castle Douglas, welcoming up to 2 dogs per cottage. Set in open farmland with easy...

📍 Gelston, Castle Douglas
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Portpatrick Harbour House Hotel

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Charming seafront hotel overlooking Portpatrick harbour, welcoming dogs in dedicated pet-friendly rooms. Steps from the Portpat...

📍 Heugh Road, Portpatrick
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