The House on the Shore - Themed House Parties

Stay in the The House on the Shore with your friends in one of our themed house parties.

Painting holidays ScotlandSpend all day doing what you enjoy best in lovely surroundings then retreat to the House on the Shore for a gourmet dinner then a hand of bridge and a dram by a roaring fire…

Art & Painting Holidays

Follow in the footsteps of the Kirkcudbright school of artists. Bring your art class to stay and allow us to look after you while you perfect your skills sketching the beautiful landscape.

Garden Appreciation

Come and explore the amazing gardens of Dumfries and Galloway with like-minded enthusiasts. Enjoy garden trips, talks and practical demonstrations and glean ideas for your own garden from some of the finest gardens in Britain. 

Hunting, Shooting or Fishing ScotlandHunting, Shooting or Fishing Accommodation

High quality driven pheasant, partridge or snipe shooting. Salmon and sea trout fishing and foxhunting with the Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Foxhounds can all be arranged in season. The House on the Shore makes the perfect sporting lodge and you can allow us to cater for all your needs while you focus on the sport!

Golf Breaks in south west Scotland

Handily placed for Southerness championship links course, one of Scotland’s best kept secrets, we have plenty of top quality golf on our doorstep.

We can tailor a package to suit most needs and allow you to explore the magic of  Galloway from its loveliest country house.

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The Estate Office, Arbigland, By Dumfries DG2 8BQ, Scotland - Tel: 01387 880717