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[Closed] Kirroughtree / Dalbeattie accomodation recommendation

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Am in the process of organising an annual trip to Scotland for this spring / summer.
We have in the past stayed only in Innerleithen (at the bike house) which is great and concentrared our riding at Innerleithen and Glentress, But looking to add a night over at the Kirroughtree or Dalbeattie area, so riding one or both of those trails as none of us have ever ridden them.
So looking for a recommendation of MTB suitable accomodation in the area, of a similar type as the bike house. Will be something like 6 of us (8 max), and itd be only for one night

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Posted : 05/01/2014 2:03 pm
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Greenhead lodge, just north of Dumfries is ideal for a larger group. We had 9 in it on a stanes weekend last yr. Comfy and great value


 
Posted : 05/01/2014 2:28 pm
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http://eat-sleep-ride.com/mountain-bike-map
Gorsebank nr Dalbeattie
Mar thrown of Mabie, in Mabie.


 
Posted : 05/01/2014 5:15 pm
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Brilliant I'll look at those recommendations


 
Posted : 05/01/2014 6:53 pm
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http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/rentals/castle-douglas/246457
Owned by a biker


 
Posted : 06/01/2014 2:01 am
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Mabie House Hotel, at the trailhead - they also have self-catering.


 
Posted : 06/01/2014 7:47 am
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Either a Jumbo Pod or, for more riders, the Bothy at Gorsebank right next to Dalbeattie.


 
Posted : 06/01/2014 8:35 am
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http://kinnelhook.co.uk/rates/


 
Posted : 07/01/2014 2:02 pm
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+1 for Marthrown of Mabie, if you fancy something a bit different. Mabie trails and the skills loop are literally on your doorstep and it's a bit more interesting than the hotel down the road. It depends on how many home comforts you want and how close to a bar you'd like to be.


 
Posted : 07/01/2014 2:06 pm
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What I am finding the hardest is trying to get a one night stay only


 
Posted : 07/01/2014 4:18 pm
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we stayed in kippford just down the road from the trail head. the anchor is biker friendly and does great food.
we actually stayed in the mariner which was ok but went to the anchor every evening and will stay there next time we go. it takes 5 mins to poodle up the road to the trails....


 
Posted : 07/01/2014 7:55 pm
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Brilliant, more leads to follow there.
Thanks


 
Posted : 09/01/2014 11:01 am
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Hughjengin,

I have a cottage just up the road (10 and 15 mins drive to Dalbeattie and Mabie respectively or 30 mins cycle to each) that might be an option depending on when you wanted it. It has beds for 6 but you would be able to squeeze eight if you were prepared to bring camp beds.

Drop me a line if it is of interest.

Dogsby


 
Posted : 09/01/2014 12:46 pm
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Greenhead Lodge is excellent. We always try and stay there when we're in the area. Sauna too!


 
Posted : 09/01/2014 12:55 pm
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Hi Dogsby,
Just dropped you an Email


 
Posted : 09/01/2014 1:58 pm
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Hughjengin,

Cheers. Will check when I get home this evening.


 
Posted : 09/01/2014 2:29 pm
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and www.galloway-golf.co.uk which I didn't see mentioned above.
I stayed there and it was a good price, comfy and very friendly.


 
Posted : 09/01/2014 4:53 pm
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I'd sleep on the beach if it meant I could ride the best trail centres ever.....


 
Posted : 09/01/2014 10:17 pm
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Dogsby emailed you about availability.


 
Posted : 10/01/2014 8:50 pm
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http://www.barnsoulcaravanpark.co.uk/wigwams


 
Posted : 12/01/2014 8:36 pm

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