Austin Lodge is in a super location for exploring this stunning corner of Dumfries and Galloway. Cyclists are particularly well catered for as it borders Mabie Forest and the 7Stanes so whatever your ability, from serious mountain bikers to family fun rides they are on your doorstep, indeed from Austin Lodge you can see the Red and Purple rides of the 7Stanes.

For a more leisurely treat take a visit to the Loch Arthur Farm Shop at Beeswing, just a mile away where you can enjoy lunch and perhaps buy their award winning cheeses. The Royal Burgh town of Dumfries is a short drive away where there are many shops, pubs and restaurants, or the smaller market town of Castle Douglas, known as the Food Town where there is an excellent selection of foodie shops as well as some delightful little niche shops.

A visit to this glorious area is not complete without a trip to the Galloway Forest Park, the UK’s largest, where there are hidden waterfalls, mountains, wildlife and lochs and on a clear night it’s one of the best places in the western world to view the stars. Beach 11 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 5 miles.

Austin House is set in a lovely rural location but benefits from being only 7 miles from the Royal Burgh of Dumfries and 11 miles from the 18th century Market Town of Castle Douglas which is a designated Food Town.

There is something for everyone in the local area, from Caerlaverock Castle, Sweetheart Abbey, Drumlanrig Castle, Burns house, Ellisland Farm, Laggan Outdoor Centre, Dalscone farm, Mabie Farm Park and many more.