Dumfries House
Ayrshire, Scotland
Key facts
- Operator
- The King's Foundation (Great Steward of Scotland's Dumfries House Trust)
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Stays
- Overnight accommodation available
Pinpoint
Dumfries House, Cumnock KA18 2NJ
Telephone 01290 425959
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
18th-century house saved from sale in 2007, now run as a charitable heritage and education trust with on-site accommodation.
“Excellent place to visit in spring and summer. Great location and free of charge. Very good for families with children. The place offers a variety of tours in the Mansion house and there are a cafe and a restaurant on…”- Galina Vizun, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “Plenty parking availability, greats forest and garden walks, playground for kids, cafe/restaurant facilities.” - Ali Na
- How long to allow
- “As for the gardens we spent 5 hours walking around and still could have spent more time they are absolutely fantastic.” - Al Rotchell
- Facilities
- “I recommend going to the house first, going to the café and send the kids off to play among the towering redwoods, and have a picnic among the beautiful scenery on a sunny day.” - Leon Kooijenga
Common questions about Dumfries House
Where is Dumfries House?
Dumfries House is in Ayrshire, Scotland, at Dumfries House, Cumnock KA18 2NJ.
Do you need a ticket to visit Dumfries House?
Yes - Dumfries House is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by The King's Foundation (Great Steward of Scotland's Dumfries House Trust). Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
Can you stay overnight at Dumfries House?
Yes - Dumfries House offers bookable accommodation, so you can spend the night in the house itself or within its grounds. See the Houses You Can Sleep In guide for the full list and how each stay works.
Is Dumfries House a ruin or still intact?
Dumfries House is largely intact - 18th-century house saved from sale in 2007, now run as a charitable heritage and education trust with on-site accommodation.
