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Cosy Annex sleeps 2 near Gretna, M6 Jct 45 / A75

Vacation home in Gretna with kitchen and fireplace

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TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace
Miscellaneous
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Rigg, Scotland
  • Place, Old Blacksmith's Shop
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Spoilt Spa at Smiths
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Devil's Porridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gretna

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Old Blacksmith's Shop, this vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Spoilt Spa at Smiths. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Old Blacksmith's Shop - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Spoilt Spa at Smiths - 3 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • The Devil's Porridge - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Annandale Distillery - 9 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace - 11 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gretna Green Station - 5 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Scotland's Last Flsh And Chips - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cosy Annex sleeps 2 near Gretna, M6 Jct 45 / A75

The Retreat @ Solway House is located within the tiny hamlet of Rigg, 1 mile outside the famous village of Gretna Green.
Our semi rural location is only a 3 mile drive from the M6/and just off the A75, the perfect stop over to break up any car journey.

Our 1 bed Annex is nestled away in our garden and we provide parking on our driveway for 1 car.
Accessed via our garden and private entrance door the annex consists of a double bed, log burner, sofa area, shower room and kitchen/dining area.
The space
LOCATION INFORMATION:
The Annex, is a self contained extension of our home which is accessed via our garden. We do live here full time so you will likely see us around, feel free to say hello if you do! However we won't be offended if you prefer privacy and to keep to yourselves.

Our home is located in the small semi-rural hamlet of Rigg. PLEASE NOTE we have no local shops or amenities within a short walking distance. Our closest shop (Co-op) and Pub are located 1 mile away in Gretna.

Our semi rural location is only a 3 mile (7minute) drive from the M6/Train Station/Gretna Green and just off the A75, the perfect stop over to break up any car journey.

We are a short drive away from the famous Gretna Green Blacksmiths Shop and Designer Outlet Village. Gretna village also has a full range of good quality shops, cafes, pubs and takeaways only 1 mile away.

INFORMATION ABOUT OUR ANNEX:
The Annex consists of 1 double bed (standard U.K. double), sofa area, log burning stove, toilet W/C with a cold water sink, shower room with a hot water electric shower and kitchen/dining area.

The kitchen includes a sink with a hot water tap, washing machine, fridge freezer and an electric oven with an electric hob. The kitchen has a full range of crockery and cooking equipment. A microwave, kettle and toaster are also provided.

Located in our garden the Annex has its own private entrance and we provide parking for one car on our driveway.

PLEASE NOTE - we do have two small dogs Felix (the cavapoo) and Oscar (the Bichon cross). Our dogs will be out in the garden supervised by myself (Kelly) or Liam during your stay. They will probably want to say hello, so please let us know in advance if this could prove an issue for you.

Guest access
The annex is a self contained extension of our family home. The annex is accessed via our garden and has its own private entrance door.

To access our annex you walk through our gates. under our covered carport and through the garden gate into our garden. Once in our garden you will see the annex in the back right corner. There is a stone path around the edge of our garden to the annex entrance door. The pathway is floodlit on an evening.

Guest have access to the full annex during their stay and are welcome to share with us the outside space should the Scottish weather permit it!

Other things to note
We provide off road parking for one car on our driveway, if you bring extra vehicles you are welcome to park on the road.

Are you booking The Annex @ Solway House to attend a wedding in the local area?
If so please note, Uber is not available in the area.
We recommend pre-booking a taxi should you require one.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gretna, close to Hadrian's Wall Path - West, Annandale Distillery, and Old Blacksmith's Shop. You'll also find Spoilt Spa at Smiths and The Devil's Porridge within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosy Annex sleeps 2 near Gretna, M6 Jct 45 / A75 ?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy Annex sleeps 2 near Gretna, M6 Jct 45 / A75 on Dec 2, 2025 start from $177.85, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cosy Annex sleeps 2 near Gretna, M6 Jct 45 / A75 ?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Cosy Annex sleeps 2 near Gretna, M6 Jct 45 / A75 have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Carlisle (CAX), which is 16.6 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Cosy Annex sleeps 2 near Gretna, M6 Jct 45 / A75 ?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Cosy Annex sleeps 2 near Gretna, M6 Jct 45 / A75 .