Title: Shelduck Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shelduck Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44960000/44954700/44954640/5a3500b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44960000/44954700/44954640/196c130b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, highchair, ice maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44960000/44954700/44954640/5b2a6a8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44960000/44954700/44954640/58077f73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44960000/44954700/44954640/af601729.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the tranquil Shelduck, nestled in RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve. Enjoy a warm and cozy log burner on winter nights or stroll along the stunning beach just 1-mile away with your family. The large farmhouse garden offers a playground for kids, while wildlife enthusiasts can spot geese and wildfowl from the cottage’s bird table. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4807 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Shelduck Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Discover the breath-taking scenery, wildlife, culture and history of Dumfries & Galloway whilst staying in a cosy cottage located in the heart of RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve. Shelduck is a semi-detached traditional stone farm cottage with off-road parking. A log burner keeps the cottage warm and cosy throughout the winter months. The perfect family destination, RSPB Mersehead has a stunning beach and sand dunes just a short walk (1-mile) from the cottage, perfect for building sandcastles and driftwood lodges. In the large farmhouse garden, there is a playground with swings, slide, mud kitchen and badger tunnels providing hours of fun. Located on the scenic northern shore of the Solway Estuary, the large skies and seascapes give a feeling of escape. RSPB Mersehead is an extensive wetland nature reserve internationally important for the population of wintering Svalbard Barnacle geese and wildfowl. In the spring, the evening air is alive with sound of displaying Lapwing and the distinctive chorus the UK's rarest amphibian, the Natterjack Toad. Tree sparrow and Yellowhammer come to feed from the cottage bird table. Watch for hunting Peregrines, Merlins, and Hen Harriers overhead. A haven for wildlife, away from Mersehead there are an additional four RSPB reserves to discover; Ken-Dee Marshes, Wood of Cree, Crook of Baldoon and at Scotland’s most southerly point, the Mull of Galloway. WWT Caerlaverock can be found just the other side of Dumfries and there are a number of Scottish Wildlife Trust and Local Nature Reserves to explore. There are great rock pooling adventures to be found at nearby Rockcliffe or try crabbing from the quay at Kippford. In addition to the wonders of nature, a vast array of attractions will keep young families entertained for hours such as the Dino Park, Cream O Galloway, Mabie Farm Park and the Chocolate Factory. The Camera Obscura, installed in 1836, is on the top floor of the old windmill tower where you can see a fascinating panoramic view of Dumfries and the surrounding countryside. Dumfries & Galloway is full of history waiting to be discovered. A wide moat, twin-towered gatehouse and lofty battlements make Caerlaverock Castle a medieval stronghold. Learn all about its turbulent history as a castle caught up in border conflicts. Unravel the tale of devotion behind Sweetheart Abbey’s evocative name. Follow in the footsteps of Robbie Burns as you trace the banks of the River Nith from the heart of Dumfries and don’t forget to visit Moat Brae where Peter Pan began. On a wet day, there is plenty of opportunity to explore indoors. Discover the remarkable story of HM Factory Gretna and the Solway Military Coast at The Devil’s Porridge Museum. Visit the home of runaway weddings at Gretna Green, now a 5-star visitor destination or explore the Aviation Museum. For those looking for a fast-paced action holiday, RSPB Mersehead is located just a short drive from two Forestry Commission 7-stanes mountain bike trails at Mabie Forest and Dalbeattie Forest. A little further afield are the trails in the Galloway Forest Park and the Ae Forest. The Galloway Activity Centre is situated on the banks of the stunning Loch Ken. A challenging links course, Southerness Golf Course is a Scottish Golf Championship Venue whilst Colvend Golf Course offers a parkland experience with panoramic views from the high cliffs. RSPB Mersehead is the perfect base from which to discover Scotland’s forgotten corner. More information about RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve can be found at: https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/mersehead/ Postcode: DG2 8AH Damage Deposit £150 Let weekly Saturday - Saturday. STL Licence:- DG01200F EPC:D Accommodation for 4 on one floor: Lounge/dining room; kitchen, bathroom with shower over bath; one double bedroom; one twin bedroom. Services: \* Electric heating (cost included) \*Multi Fuel stove with fuel provided \* Bed Linen and Towels included \* Electric cooker & Microwave \* Washing machine \* Fridge/Freezer \* TV with DVD \* Wifi \* Highchair and cot available on request \* Enclosed garden with furniture \* Parking \* No Smoking \* Dogs: Maximum 2 well behaved dogs with own bedding, not to be left on their own or allowed on furniture or beds. Charges apply for the 1 dog, second dog free Additional accommodation is available next door in Barnacle Cottage ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Ice maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Food and water bowls ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 807 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 22 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number DG01200F ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Shelduck Cottage a Cottage That Sleeps 4 Guests in 2 Bedrooms 546062 ## About the area Dumfries is home to this cottage. John Paul Jones Museum and Shambellie House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Colvend Golf Club and 7stanes - Dalbeattie. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Dumfries travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Dumfries.dx5584) [View more Cottages in Dumfries](https://www.expedia.ca/Dumfries-Cottages.d5584-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.88996%2C-3.67766&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VelbKsHRoi1d9HKwPCl3ZkuWkeI=) Southwick Sandyhills, Dumfries and Galloway ### What's nearby - Sandyhills Beach - 7 min drive - 7.5 km - Rockcliffe Beach - 11 min drive - 13.4 km - Sweetheart Abbey - 15 min drive - 19.0 km - Mabie Forest Park - 22 min drive - 25.9 km - Caerlaverock Castle - 38 min drive - 45.6 km ### Getting around - Dumfries Station - 24 min drive - Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 125 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Paul Jones Hotel - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Beagle Country Pub - ‬7 min drive - ‪Steamboat Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪Brambles Cafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Mariner - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shelduck Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Shelduck Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shelduck Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms? > Check-out is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is Shelduck Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located? > Situated in Dumfries, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sandyhills Beach, Colvend Golf Club, and John Paul Jones Museum. Rockcliffe Beach and 7stanes - Dalbeattie are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question 8.0 ### Very good