This quiet licensed guest house is situated in the hamlet of Kirtlebridge. Located off the M74 motorway, it is 6 miles from Gretna Green and 9 miles from Lockerbie. There is a residents bar. Bar meals are no longer available but there is a microwave and takeaways may be eaten in the bar area. Recommendations can be given for local eateries. All the rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, a mini fridge, TV and free WiFi. The Inn offers a full cooked Scottish breakfast. Dogs are very welcome.

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

Full English/Irish

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Kirtlebridge
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See what guests loved the most:

  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable bed Lovely veggie breakfast Would definitely stay again
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very helpful owner. Good welcome. Wonderful breakfast. Good location. Beautiful countryside around. Great room. Clean and comfortable. Would stay again.
  • Sally
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Alison was very accommodating and nothing was too much. We were made to feel right at home. Room was lovely and clean, the bed was comfortable and Breakfast was excellent. We will definitely return when back travelling Scotland.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.9Based on 626 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Village Inn is owned and run by Alison Shortreed. She strives to offer a warm and friendly welcome and accommodation that is home from home.

Property information

The Village Inn is run as a quiet licensed guest house, not open to non-residents. Situated conveniently off the M74 in the quiet rural hamlet of Kirtlebridge, 9 miles from Lockerbie and 4.5 miles from Annan. If you are looking for a warm welcome then this is the overnight stop for you. We are very dog friendly. In the county of Dumfriesshire which is often referred to as the hidden gem of Scotland. Ideally situated for visiting Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle and the lakes being about 1 1/2 hours away from the all. It is also only 6 miles away from the 'Wedding Capital of Britain' - Gretna Green. There are many activities available in the area - golf, shooting, fishing, clay pigeon shooting, go karting, walking, cycling, visitor attractions, sight seeing and shopping. The pub has 6 letting rooms - 3 ensuite doubles, an ensuite family room with a double and 2 single beds, an ensuite triple room with a double and a single bed.and an ensuite twin room. All the rooms offer tea/coffee making facilities, TV with freeview, and a fridge. All the rooms look out over the village of Kirtlebridge and the surrounding countryside. Breakfast consists of cereals, fruit juice...

Neighbourhood information

The Village Inn is located in the quiet rural village of Kirtlebridge. The following local towns are nearby - Annan 5 miles and Lockerbie 9 miles. Carlisle is 20 miles away and easily accessed by M74. Dumfries lies approximately 20 miles away. For guests wishing to travel further afield, the cities of Edinburgh, Glasgow and Newcastle are all approximately 1.5 hours drive. The famous wedding location Gretna Green with the legendary Blacksmiths Shop and Gretna Gateway shopping outlet 6 mls

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Village Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Fishing
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    The Village Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:30

     

    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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash The Village Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Village Inn 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.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

    FAQs about The Village Inn

    • Room options at The Village Inn include:

      • Double
      • Quadruple
      • Triple
      • Twin

    • Guests staying at The Village Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.9).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish

    • Check-in at The Village Inn is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • The Village Inn is 350 yards from the centre of Kirtlebridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Village Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Darts

    • The prices at The Village Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.