Description:
Leap Cottage sits on the site of a former mill dating back to the 1600s. It is situated in the most amazing setting, right down on the banks of the Cluden Water, a tributary of the River Nith with wonderful views of the river's twists and turns. The tiny and enchanting garden is filled to the brim with a variety of plants and colour. There is a lovely walk through the trees right down to the river's edge, just beside the cottage.
Directions: Take the A76 Dumfries/Thornhill Road. Turn left to Irongray Industrial Estate/Park on the outskirts of Dumfries. Follow Irongray Road, past all the houses until barn on the right. Turn in here and park - access and parking to the cottage is difficult and limited so parking is at the farm. From there, following the yellow signs, walk to the T-junction, turn right and keep going to the end of the road. About 150 yards walk.
Other details: Bonerick House is also open the same day and it is easily possible to vist both gardens as they are very close to one another.
