About this property

Set in a 45-acre estate with stunning woodland stretching to the banks of the River Nith, the 19th century Friars Carse Country House Hotel offers 23 bedrooms and cottages and is situated 6 miles from Dumfries town centre. This fine Scottish Baronial Hall has a magnificent paneled entrance hall with an elegant staircase and offers guests a spacious lounge with an open fire, overlooking the gardens and river. The Friars Carse benefits from a lift to all floors. The rooms offer a TV, telephone, and tea/coffee making facilities along with hairdryers. WiFi is available through out the hotel. The property’s Whistle Restaurant serves meals made using locally sourced and seasonal produce. Friars Carse also features a comfortable bar and snooker room. The country house offers private trout and salmon fishing on nearly 2 miles of the River Nith, with tackle storage, a drying room, and freezing facilities available. Further outdoor activities within the area include cycling trails, shooting, and a variety of golf courses. Robert Burns Hermitage is situated on the grounds of the hotel.

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 (9.3)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Malcolm
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Magnificent building with just the friendliness staff
  • Lesley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were very happy with the friendly and efficient service and the food was very good
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We booked a suite and was very happy with the room, the bed was comfortable and it had a great view. a massive Jacuzzi bath, only downside is toilet door didn't fully close. We had breakfast, lunch and dinner at the hotel for the 3 days we were...
  • Meredith
    Australia Australia
    Friendly staff made this stay. Comfortable and clean, lovely grounds, great breakfast, a cosy bar and easy parking. Oh and hot chocolate & cookies in the room! What more could you want.
  • Donna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is easy to get too, the grounds and house are beautiful. The staff were all lovely and helpful, the lounge and dining room is comfortable and welcoming. The room I had was spacious and comfortable. Probably one of the best nights...
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The river walks,,,the lounge setting and comfort .. the receptionist was very friendly and helpful…food was good and tasty
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful beautiful country retreat the hotel is wonderful and the grounds surrounding the hotel are spectacular
  • Doug
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely setting by the Nith, went for a walk around the grounds after arriving. Decent pint of Caley Best and a good range of gins.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing old country retreat in gorgeous surrounds. The kids loved splashing down in the river.
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were exceptional. Any issues were dealt with in a professional and enthusiastic way and with great understanding.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.2Based on 1,462 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Friars Carse Country House Hotel is owned by POFR (Post Office Fellowship of Remembrance) and opened in 1938. Friars Carse history dates back to 1465.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • The Whistle
    • Cuisine
      Scottish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Friars Carse Country House Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
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 of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£6.50 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestroSolo Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note the property is pet friendly, and there is a £15 per pet per night supplement payable direct to the hotel.

Please note that pets are not allowed in the following room types: Suite and Deluxe Rooms

Please note that pets must be kept on leads at all times due to wildlife on the grounds.

Please inform Friars Carse Country House Hotel 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

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.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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