Silver Birch
Dog-Friendly Lodge in Dumfries & Galloway
- Sleeps 4
- Dogs welcome
Silver Birch is one of the original lodges, and one of the most consistently booked. There’s a reason for that — it sits well, the views across the Solway Firth are as good as anywhere on the site, and it has the kind of quiet that takes about an hour to properly settle into.
Two bedrooms, sleeping four. Dog-friendly. The master bedroom has its own ensuite, the second can be set up as twin or super king. Underfloor heating throughout, a Sonos sound system, smart TV, and a kitchen with everything you need for a week away without having to think about it.
The EV charger is directly outside the door — the closest on site if that matters to you. There’s also a lockable bike store if you’re bringing bikes.
Step outside onto the decking and the view opens up across open farmland toward the coast. On a clear day you can see further than you’d expect. Evenings out here, when the light drops and it goes properly quiet, are what people come back for.
Silver Birch is two miles outside Gatehouse of Fleet — far enough to feel removed, close enough to walk into town through Cally Woods when you want company. For breakfast or lunch, The Galloway Ladder is worth a visit. The Masonic is good for food and drinks in the evening.
If you want a lodge that’s proven, dog-friendly, and properly comfortable — Silver Birch does exactly what it’s supposed to do.
Looking for some ideas of what to do with your dog while you stay with us? Why not Explore our full range of dog-friendly lodges in Dumfries & Galloway or Discover the best local walks and attractions near Gatehouse
Would definitely return.
Already looking forward to coming back😁
Area is beautiful and so easy to walk to Gatehouse of fleet.
The bed was too soft - but I guess this is personal preference!
Thanks and all the best for 2025.
We travelled with our young daughter and 2 dogs. The location was absolutely perfect, lots of great walks on your doorstep and 3 beautiful beaches all within a 15 min drive. Lots of great attractions nearby to keep kids occupied. We ate out a couple of times in Gatehouse and highly recommend Gather & No 1 Fleet Street @ The Ship Inn. We also travelled with our mother in law who has mobility issues. The lodge was perfect for her all on one level and very spacious. Owners were very helpful and even posted back an item we had left behind. We will most definately be back
We have a dog who loved the garden and surroundings and although not enclosed we felt he was very safe. He especially liked watching the sun go down from the decking!!
We would not hesitate but to recommend Gatehouse Luxury Lodges to anyone who loves beautiful scenery, woodland (especially Cally Woods which is just down the lane and easily accessible) walking, the coastline and a very relaxing holiday.
Thank you to James (the owner) for all of his help and advice prior to and during our stay and also Donald too.
The locals were all extremely friendly and helped to make our stay in Dumfries and Galloway very enjoyable!!
The lodge is lovely and warm even without any heating on, so agree with J Russell that a lighter duvet with an optional throw during the summer months could be a good option, but this is just a personal preference and not a complaint by any means.
We will definitely look at returning, and can’t wait to see the new 3 bedroom lodges once complete.








