The Art Bank

75 High Street, Dalbeattie, DG5 4HA, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>104</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
104 reviews

Beautiful house, exceptional clean and comfortable. Amazing breakfast. Everything was just perfect. Definitely staying again.

Laura United Kingdom
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The Art Bank

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Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated The Art Bank provides accommodations with a garden and free Wifi. The bed and breakfast, set in a building dating back to 19th century, is 13 miles from Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club and 14 miles from Dumfries and County Golf Club. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the mountain and inner courtyard. At the bed and breakfast, all units include a desk and a flat-screen TV. All rooms are fitted with a kettle, while selected rooms have a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge, and kitchenware. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries, and fruit are available daily at the bed and breakfast. As an added convenience, The Art Bank offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dalbeattie, like cycling and hiking. Caerlaverock Castle is 22 miles from The Art Bank. The nearest airport is Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 60 miles from the bed and breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

FREE parking!

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
and
1 futon bed
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Dalbeattie
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  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful house, exceptional clean and comfortable. Amazing breakfast. Everything was just perfect. Definitely staying again.”
  • Anna
    Myanmar Myanmar
    “Art Bank was the perfect spot to spend a few days. As soon as I stepped through the door, I knew I'd made the right choice, from the warmth of the welcome to the cleanliness, facilities, and room. I loved the fact that there was no issue...”
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautifully decorated and wonderfully comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and had a wide selection to choose from. Mandy was incredibly welcoming and thought of every single special little touch that made the stay special and luxurious. Could...”

Hosted by Mandy Nicholson

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Mandy Nicholson
Built in 1863, this ex-Clydesdale bank has been recently renovated to a high standard. The 3 bedrooms are themed on famous artists, Picasso, Van Gogh and Monet, making them colourful and interesting. The Van Gogh room is all about the contrasts between his 'Sunflowers' and 'Starry Night' with a nod to his own bedroom in Arles, it has a street and mountain view (with a few rooftops thrown in) and private bathroom. The Picasso room has dual aspect views with a rather special arched window that you can sit in. This room is bright, more masculine in design like the cubist movement and contains some rather special details painted by your host. The Monet room is a place of calm, water lilies, pastel colours and self care. You will lose yourself in the opulence of the colours and furnishings and admire the view whilst chilling in 'cosy corner'. The Picasso and Monet rooms are on the 2nd floor (make sure you are OK with stairs) and share a luxury bathroom with a roll top freestanding bath and stunning views of the mountains that 'hug' Dalbeattie. The dining room is a tranquil paradise of blues and greens so that your breakfast can be savoured in a environment of peace.
Mandy is a Creative Genius Consultant, Artist and Author who helps creative women to build their businesses. She hosts creative retreats 8 times a year in the property and offers B&B outside of these. I love meeting the amazing people who enjoy the west coast Scotland, and who want something a little different and a bit special. The Art Bank was created for people who love creativity, art, crafting and colour. There are so many places that are afraid to inject their personality into their decor, not mine! I have chosen three of my favourite artists and themed the rooms around their art, personalities and styles (even adding a little mural to every room myself). I have worked in hospitality, retail & the online space of almost 3 decades now so I know what you want when you book a holiday or short break, comfort, a touch of luxury an outstanding breakfast to fuel your day and a joyous host. I have made it my mission to provide all of the above and more and I know that you will love staying at The Art Bank and that you will tell all your friends about us.
Dalbeattie is a friendly town with everything you need within walking distance of the property. There is free parking on the high street, but also 2 free car parks less than a 2 minute walk from the house where your car is safe. There are lots of good takeaways and eating venues and we are only a 8 minute drive from Castle Douglas the food capital of the west coast. Colliston park is a couple of minutes walk from the house and has everything you could want in an outdoor space, children's play areas, tennis courts, football pitch, a duck pond, a river running adjacent and a good long dog walk with plenty of bins! There is a loch nearby and 7Stanes, our very own mountain biking, hiking, walking space surrounding the town. Seeped in history and close to so many fabulous tourist attractions and historic Scottish towns and villages, Dalbeattie is a great base for your break.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Art Bank
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 2 and up are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash The Art Bank accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

License number: E

FAQs about The Art Bank

  • The Art Bank is 1,300 feet from the center of Dalbeattie. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Art Bank can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • À la carte

  • The prices at The Art Bank may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at The Art Bank include:

    • Double
    • Family

  • Check-in at The Art Bank is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Art Bank offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Water park
    • Horseback riding
    • Temporary art galleries