I wanted somewhere quiet where I could take the dog and enjoy the countryside. This building can be seen from the main road, but it is up an access track over half a mile, and is surrounded by fields, so is very quiet (there is also a route down to a shell beach). We liked the solitude, and were recommended... more

Whilst the owners were hospitable, the only thing Baronial about Orchardton was the price! more

We have just returned from a an Idyllic few days at Orchardton Hall. We took along our (inherited) Cairn Terrier who has not been used to socialising with other dogs. We ALL had a ball. Orchardton is in the most beautiful setting with uninterrupted views from the front of the Dumfriesshire hills ,and from the back a breathtaking uninterrupted view... more

Found this when looking for a pet friendly hotel. Took my GSD there and he really enjoyed the grounds and also the local walks which our host infromed us about. In one day he was climbing a majestic hill that overlooks the hotel, swimming in the sea, on a beach made of finely crushed shells, and romping through a local... more

My husband and I stayed at Orchardton Hall and found the place to be excellent. Our dog ( a very lively puppy) was given a welcome pack which he loved and was allowed in all the rooms. We arrived a little later than we had planned and so we were very grateful for the drinks that were offered and that... more

This overnight stay is not one I would repeat. The lock on the door from our room into the corridor broke so we couldn't get out and people couldn't get in. Once that was sorted, we tried to put some things in the wardrobe and found someone's clothes already in there. The bath in the ensuite was full of hairs... more