Welcome to Kirkconnell House

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Historic, Unique, Tranquil. An unforgettable place for a family holiday or a gathering of friends

Kirkconnell House offers a unique holiday rental for up to 18 people in 9 bedrooms; ideal for a relaxing holiday with extended family or a gathering with old friends. Rental is for the sole occupancy of the house and works out at £20pp/pn for full occupancy. 

A stunning, fully enclosed, secluded courtyard is a focal point which is why Kirkconnell House is ideal for family gatherings and reunions etc. Other big pluses are the full size pool table and table tennis table which, along with the dart board, occupy a full floor of the historic Pele Tower, which dates from around 1370.

Enjoy a peaceful, private setting surrounded by parkland and woodland whilst only 6 miles from Dumfries and just over one mile from the village of New Abbey.

Kirkconnell House offers 9 bedrooms with 14 beds + a cot. 

4 Bathrooms/3 showers, including 2 ensuites + added shower and full size wash basin in attic bedroom.

Wood panelled lounge with open fire, TV lounge, dining room with large table and bookcase.

4 staircases one with wide shallow treads, hand rails on both sides and large half landing.

Fully equipped kitchen with farmhouse style table, Quooker boiling water tap, 2 fridges, 2 freezers, 2 ovens + microwave, 5 ring ceramic hob, dishwasher. It opens directly to the courtyard. Scullery with 9kg washing machine, drier and extra freezer leading to huge log store.

The local area offers a huge variety of activities and experiences for all ages, including fishing, riding, bird watching, golf, forest mountain biking and walking. Visit ancient castles or modern activity centres.

Kirkconnell House dates back to the 13th century and was inhabited by the Maxwell Clan for over eight hundred years.It sits in a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. The Pele tower, once a fortified stronghold, is now home to the games room. Close by is the attractive village of New Abbey which has a restored corn mill, a tea shop, a pub and a village shop as well as the ruins of the abbey from which it derives its name.

In spring the garden flowers are at their best with spring bulbs, rhododendrons and azaleas offering spectacular splashes of colour.

In summer, enjoy the sheltered courtyard for outdoor dining and for soaking up the sun.

In autumn the leaves change colour and it’s time to hunt for conkers.

In winter just curl up by the open fire and have a glass of something warming.