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Luxury
4.0 star property
8.8

Excellent

Upscale bed & breakfast near The Devil's Porridge

Located close to Annandale Distillery and Old Blacksmith's Shop, The Waterside Rooms provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a radiator, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted robe rack.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Annan, The Waterside Rooms is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The Devil's Porridge and Moat Brae National Centre for Children's Literature are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace and Ruthwell Cross. Annandale Distillery and Old Blacksmith's Shop are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Annan travel guide
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Dornock Brow House, Dornock, Annan, Scotland, DG12 6SX

What's nearby

  • The Devil's Porridge
    5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Annandale Distillery
    10 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Old Blacksmith's Shop
    14 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Spoilt Spa at Smiths
    14 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace
    18 min drive - 12.5 miles

Getting around

  • Annan Station
    7 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • PizzaExpress
    12 min drive
  • The Gretna Inn
    11 min drive
  • Starbucks
    11 min drive
  • Old Toll Bar
    11 min drive
  • Starbucks
    12 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • Built in 1834
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 110 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number Short-Term Lets Licence Number DG00147F

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterside Rooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterside Rooms?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Waterside Rooms?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Waterside Rooms located?

Situated on the waterfront, this bed & breakfast is 1.8 mi (3 km) from The Devil's Porridge and within 9 mi (15 km) of Annandale Distillery and Old Blacksmith's Shop. Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace and Ruthwell Cross are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Waterside Rooms Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just when you think your GPS is taking you in the wrong direction you arrive at this quaint little cottage. Being welcomed by staff , breakfast to order and full of helpful information. Would definitely recommend the beauty and quiet for a chance to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Stay

A perfect place to stay. Location is right by the side of the solway firth with great views and an array of local birds. The accommodation is of a very high standard and has everything you want. A separate bedroom, bathroom and living room. There is a great range of tea, coffee and hot chocolate and they even supply fresh milk daily. When you stay here you are the only guests which gives you the exclusivity and personal touch. Talking of the personal touch, as it was Easter some chocolate rabbits and eggs were left for us. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The posting was incredibly dishonest. This is a basement. No view, tiny windows above eye level, noise from above late into the night, and stairwell that enters in the middle of the room which leads to the owner's house, I assume into the kitchen given the noise and the constant turning on and off of lights which kept us awake. The pictures show a front porch and the main house, no clear indication you'll be in the basement. If this were posted honestly as a basement unit at a fair price for such it would be a perfectly fine accommodation, but the posting was absolutely misleading and I feel the owners are ripping people off. This was our first vacation after having a baby, and we were incredibly disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good relaxing few days. Good facilities, the ideal guest house . Good walks along the beach and Annan close at hand. Judith and Eric were the perfect hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026