Name: Scaurbridge House
Address: Clone Road Penpont Thornhill, Thornhill, DG3 4LX, United Kingdom, Clone Road Penpont Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway, DG3 4LX, UK
Rating: 9.6

Scaurbridge House

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About this property

Historic Setting: Scaurbridge House in Dumfries offers a unique stay within a historic building. The adults-only property features a sun terrace and a beautiful garden, complemented by free WiFi throughout. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms with bathrobes, garden views, and modern amenities such as tea and coffee makers and work desks. Guests enjoy free toiletries, carpeted floors, and executive lounge access. Exceptional Services: The bed and breakfast provides private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and full-day security. Additional services include laundry, housekeeping, and bicycle parking. Local Attractions: Located 7 km from Drumlanrig Castle and 71 km from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Scaurbridge House is near Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club (27 km) and Caerlaverock Castle (40 km). Guests can enjoy hiking and picnic areas.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View 1 single bed and 1 double bed
Deluxe Double Room 1 double bed

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Guests who stayed here loved

Chris

United Kingdom

“Elizabeth Ann & Norman were friendly and helpful hosts. Couldn’t do enough for us.”

Richard

United Kingdom

“The property was in a fabulous location. The village is lovely, our room had views of the hills and farmland. Stunning views to wake up to. Being a family home you feel home from home. An amazing host, who we would have loved to stay another...”

Lister

United Kingdom

“excellent breakfast cooked breakfast. Fresh coffee made as requested. Local honey, homemade jams and marmalade.”

Fiona

United Kingdom

“Beautifully presented, host was very accommodating and professional. Great breakfast, lots of choice.”

David

United Kingdom

“Fabulous comfortable house with lovely traditional decor and lots of beautiful little touches of elegance. Elizabeth Ann looked after us so well. Nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely return.”

Trudi

United Kingdom

“Elizabeth Ann is a fabulous host, from the moment we arrived she took time and care to settle us into her beautiful home. All the bedrooms are large, warm, beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean with lovely views of either the garden or the...”

Sue

United Kingdom

“Elizabeth was an excellent host. Comfortable bed and a delicious locally sourced breakfast.”

Jacqui

United Kingdom

“Breakfast was excellent and convivial at a large shared table. We enjoyed an extended breakfast and interesting conversation.”

Hydranger

United Kingdom

“lovely old character property. comfortable spacious room. warm welcome from Elizabeth Ann ...and very helpful. great breakfast. Quiet location with off road parking. Some great walking and cycling locally. Only 10m drive from Drumlanrig castle.”

Fiona

United Kingdom

“A memory to cherish. Fabulous and charming hospitality.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Elizabeth Ann (Owner)

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Elizabeth Ann (Owner)

Elizabeth Ann Hughes invites you to come and relax in luxury in her delightful Scaurbridge House, Penpont, Thornhill, a graded listed Georgian manse. The perfect place to unwind. Stylishly decorated with care and attention to detail, mixing traditional and vintage with contemporary looks, there is something interesting to look at around every corner. Conveniently positioned for Glasgow, Edinburgh, Ayr and Carlisle. Small private country house offering bed and breakfast all tailored to make your stay the very best at the most reasonable price. Welcoming, romantic, log fires, beautiful garden and scenery, great local food.

I live in a very special part of the world and it would be selfish not to share it with you! I have been welcong guests from all over the world for almost 25 years and have never met one from whom I couldn't learn something new. This is why I love doing what I do. I don't see it as a job but more of a passion for giving my guests a feeling of wellbeing and being cared for. When I am not hosting guests I love painting huge abstract canvasses, my garden, reading, speaking French, all kinds of dancing and cooking for my friends and family. A typical evening for us is to enjoy a welcome drink together with a catch up on what exciting things we have been doing, followed by a relaxed home cooked meal then perhaps some singing and dancing, the perfect evening! I am also a specialist in cultured pearls and travel around the UK sharing my passion for pearls (Nature's works of Art in my opinion) and their history. I have a wonderful selection which you are welcome to browse, with no obligation

Scaurbridge House is just 4 miles from Drumlanrig Castle and 30 from Dumfries House. Fishing, shooting, walking, birdwatching, country pursuits and lots of unspoilt nature are in abundance here or nearby. Let me organise an itinerary or wander at will if you prefer. Whatever you choose, you can be assured of my attention to detail and to your individual requirements. Penpont is the birthplace of Joseph Thomson, the African explorer and the home of world renowned artist Andy Goldsworthy. Not far from Dumfries House, Crawick Multiverse, Charles Jencks' Garden of Cosmic Speculation, Craigdarroch House where Annie Lawrie (of the famous song) lived after her marriage and the Galloway Forest and Dark Sky Observatory. If art is your pleasure, there are sculptures by Henry Moore, Rodin and Epstein nearby and many interesting local artists offer visits to their studios showing a highly eclectic range of works during Spring Fling weekend at the end of May and throughout the year. Robert Burns farmed at Ellisland, just 10 miles away and Greyfriars Church was the scene of the killing of the Red Comyn by Robert the Bruce. Penpont lies approximately two miles west of the River Nith.

Languages spoken: English,French

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House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 11:00 to 11:30

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Pet will incur an additional charge of £15 per night.

Please inform Scaurbridge House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

License number: DG00071F