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Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland

About Cavens

Romantic, quirky and independently run — there’s no place like it.

“The welcome was amazing and it carried on for the rest of stay. We were made to feel so special and it just added to the relaxed atmosphere. “

Welcome to Cavens

A Personal Touch

Cavens is owned and run by Angus Fordyce. What sets us apart from other boutique guest houses and Scottish hotels? In a nutshell, the Cavens experience is about that personal touch, a pride in our identity and a passion for everything we do.

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Our Environment

Committed to the Region

In an era when many hotels and businesses pay lip service to their local and green credentials, we like to go the extra mile by taking action. By using local suppliers and supporting local businesses, we cause less impact and strengthen our region.

We have invested substantially in our biomass energy system, which keeps Cavens wonderfully warm even in the depths of winter, while significantly reducing our carbon footprint. From food and drink to furnishings and local art, we insist on the best — hand-picking those things our guests enjoy the most.

Exterior view of the house from across the lawns at Cavens House.

Flora & Fauna

May is a fabulous month to see an abundance of wild flowers, birds and mammals in the grounds of Cavens. Bluebells, wild garlic, celandine and bugle carpet the drives and woods. Red squirrels scamper across the lawn, roe deer wander the long grass, and the birdlife is second to none — from bullfinches at the vegetable plot to Whimbrel spotted down at Carsethorn, just a mile away.

Dog Friendly

Well-Behaved Dogs Welcome

We are happy to welcome dogs at Cavens — as pet owners ourselves, we always try our very best to be accommodating. However, please contact us before booking, as not all our rooms are dog friendly.

  • No dogs in any of the public rooms
  • Dogs must not be left unattended in bedrooms
  • Dogs should be kept under control in the grounds

We also cater for guests with allergies or who are less keen on pets, so a quick conversation before you book ensures everyone has the best possible stay.

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Common queries

Frequently Asked Questions

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The hotel gives a great sense of a place to relax in, and after a day’s outing it is great to know that you will return to a first class meal prepared by Angus, a nice glass of wine, followed by a peaceful night’s sleep in a comfortable bed —–What more can you ask for !!
A great place to stay with a really excellent apron clad host (Angus) who was happy to help in any way he could.
We had a wonderful stay. The food was excellent and the atmosphere was very welcoming. I would definitely recommend.
Our stay was rather magnificent to say the least. The setting, accommodation and quality of food and cooking was 1st Class. Thanks very much indeed.
This is a genuine ‘Country House’ experience, rather like being a personal guest. It is rather unique. Dining is exceptional, being of understated class. Excellent 5 night stay and will be returning.
Lovely Georgian country house set on the beautiful Dumfries and Galloway peninsular. Lovely relaxing atmosphere, gorgeous simple food and big comfortable room with sitting area looking over the garden.
A very friendly and very comfortable place to stay. Angus cooks delicious and well proportioned meals and there is a great selection of bar drinks and excellent wines. This was our second stay at Cavens and we’ll definitely return.
The welcome was amazing and it carried on for the rest of stay. We were made to feel so special and it just added to the relaxed atmosphere. Couple that with the location and surroundings it’s impossible not to unwind on your stay here.
Welcomed as if in a private family home. A delicious dinner and breakfast. And such elegant bedrooms. Ambiance is just lovely
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