Vacation rentals in Bowness-on-Solway

Luxury Rural Cabin with Wood Fired Hot Tub

Glencartholm Farm by Wigwam Holidays is part of the UK's No1 glamping brand that has been providing guests with 'great holidays in the great outdoors' for over 20 years! Situated in a beautiful rural location in Dumfries and Galloway, we also run an Alpaca Farm. Beautiful views and quiet surroundings are what will greet you whilst you relax in the private hot tub. We have 4 luxury ensuite cabins with wood fired hot tubs and the capacity to accomodate for couples, families and group bookings.

No-frills cosy base for Lakeland and the Solway

NB: LINEN, TOWELS & TOILETRIES NOT PROVIDED! Snug little mid-terrace property in a tiny village on Hadrian's Wall on the English side of the Solway Firth. Rather shabby but full of character & very cosy. Port Carlisle has a faded splendour - built on the site of a fishing village, for a brief time it was a major port serving Carlisle, with its own canal & later a railway; in the 1850s the Firth silted up so ships could no longer get in. Birdwatchers, walkers, fans of history, dogs will love it!

Bird House & Sauna - Sleep with the Owls!

Enjoy the tranquility of the northern edge of the Lake District by staying at the Cumberland Bird of Prey Centre in this unique container conversion. With private picnic areas, fire pits and places to while away the evening. We encourage you to embrace a truly private hide away, with hot tub and as much privacy as you want. Perfect for Hadrians Wall Walk discovering the Lake District and Dumfries & Galloway. We have another Airbnb on site if you are booking for a larger group - just ask

Oystercatcher

Located on the idyllic Solway estuary, metres from the water's edge, surrounded by the renowned RSPB Campfield Marsh. By a unique wetland of raised peat bogs, marshes and ponds, A haven for a huge variety of bird life, shoreline waders to geese to owls and woodpeckers. Located amid Low Abbey's woodland, rich with narcissi and bluebells in the spring, adjacent to the old damson orchard, at the end of Hadrian's Wall. A truly luxurious shepherd's hut with all amenities for a great stay.

Ryan's Rest 'The Garrison' Campsite Hadrians Wall

Our charming shepherds' huts sit in the old orchard of our farm in the village of Bowness on Solway, Cumbria. The site is named "The Garrison" as it sits on the remains of the former Roman fort of Maia, a world heritage site at the end of Hadrian's Wall. Bowness itself is in an area of outstanding natural beauty sitting on the Solway Estuary which separates England from South West Scotland. We are 40 minutes from the Lake District and 20 minutes from the historic city of Carlisle.

Converted Stables - Scenic 'Courtyard Cottage'

'Courtyard Cottage' is situated in a courtyard - previously stables and tastefully converted to a high standard. Easy driving distance of the A74(M), with good rail & bus links. The cottage provides the ideal base to enjoy the many cultural and outdoor activities available in the area. Plenty of lovely walks, sailing, fishing, wild life and great night skies. Perfect to kick back and relax after a day of exploring the many attractions and scenery. parking is available.

Dandelion Cottage, Romantic Hot Tub Lake District

Welcome to Dandelion and Hoglet Cottages, two cosy self-catering hideaways in the Lake District, each a romantic retreat for two. Set in peaceful Cumbria countryside near Hadrian’s Wall, our cottages combine charm and luxury, featuring high-end furnishings, a modern wood-burning fireplace, a private hot tub for relaxing evenings, and featured in The Times Coolest Cottages and Cumbrian Tourism Awards, perfect for short breaks and walking holidays with stunning Cumbrian views.

Annan, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland Barn - 2 Bed

Watchhall Annexe is a recently converted barn, situated on the edge of the Royal Burgh Town of Annan. Attached to Watchhall House, it overlooks the Solway Firth and has views of the Lake District hills. It is within a 10-minute drive of the M6/M74 corridor on the Scottish-England border at Gretna. The area boasts lots of lovely places to eat and relax. Ideal for walking and cycling. Gretna Gateway Outlet Village and famous wedding venue is just a 10-minute drive away.

Solway Marsh Cottage 5 miles from M6.Jct 44

Stunning views and walks, looking straight over the River Eden onto the Lake District fells. Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this newly renovated riverside cottage provides a comfortable, warm and cosy stay for people looking for a countryside retreat to relax and unwind in. Situated on Castletown Estate you can walk out of the garden gate and straight onto the river side with access to walks not publicly available.

DISTILLERY(The Stables) with private HOT TUB

*SPECIAL OFFER* 2 NIGHT WEEKEND BREAKS BETWEEN FRI. 21st NOV. 2025 - MON. 30th MARCH 2026. Get in touch for details. Distillery Luxury Holiday Cottages are situated in a unique position nestled between our own Distillery Stud and the Annandale Distillery(the First or Last in Scotland)Spacious sandstone stable conversions completed to v high standard in October 15.

Rural 2 bed cottage, wood-fired hot tub & food

Moorside Cottage is a stylishly renovated holiday cottage annexed to, but separate from, family-run farm, Moorside Farm. Set in the beautiful Scottish countryside it offers a real taste of country living and the good life: comfy-chic rooms, modern, open-plan kitchen, home-grown food and homemade meals, fantastic views and plenty of fresh air. This peaceful, family-friendly place is perfect for a short or long-term getaway.

Cosy 1 bedroom country cottage

- Homely and stylish country cottage with wood-burning stove, fully equipped kitchen, and cosy living space - Spacious grounds and attractive private gardens - Rural location, but within easy walking distance of a pretty riverside village offering two pubs, shops and a range of other local facilities - A host of beautiful walks on the doorstep - Within easy reach of the Lake District, Hadrian's Wall and the Eden Valley