
A 400-year-old A-listed mill set in 14 acres of rivers, waterfalls, and ancient woodland. Nestled beside ancient oaks and the serene Shirmers Burn, this is a place where nature takes center stage. Wildlife is abundant, and Galloway’s night skies are some of the clearest in the world. Hike local hills, find wild swimming spots, or explore by bike. Then unwind in the wood-fired hot tub, sweat it out in the sauna, and let the river’s song wash everything away. Adventure or stillness—you choose.
The space
Ironmacannie Mill served the local community as a grain mill for over 400 years before its conversion into a home in 1990. Now sleeping up to 10 guests, it features three bedrooms plus fold-out futons in two public rooms. The decor is simple and rustic, using real materials that honor the building’s heritage.
At the heart of the house is a spacious dining area, perfect for gathering and sharing time with family and friends. The mill spans three floors, with a bathroom, shower room, and a downstairs toilet. The machinery room still holds much of the original mill workings, which turn when water flows to the wheel. Step through the old kiln room door, and you’re right by the riverside and the mill’s ancient oaks, immersed in history and nature—all together a unique place.
Amazing location! Really gorgeous surroundings and loads of space inside too. Great place to enjoy the great outdoors and anchor point to explore from
Lee
Amazing stay for birthday with friends. Best Airbnb I have stayed at and best hosts by far! Great peaceful weekend in the country and nothing was a problem even when... read more we decided to add a few of the extras during our stay the guys sorted it with a quick message.
Can’t wait to get back and stay again.
Jordan
I celebrated my birthday with group of girlfriends and we couldn't ask for a better place for that occasion. The weather was amazing and we had great time using the... read more hot tub and chilling around the fire pit area. Moving into the house in the evening and using the fire pit room for the rest of the evening. House have lots of charm and history in it. Lorraine was very lovely and she did answer all our questions and we loved her personal touches in the house. We do recommend this stay a lot.
Karo
Lorraine's place and the surrounding area is your perfect location for the Borderlands and Galloway Forest Park explorationd. The farm road strolls through the hills and dales lead you back... read more to the mill it's waterfalls and amazing gardens! Lovely place for family and friends retreat!
Don And Karen
Another perfect stay at the hidden mill. Our second time here and it was faultless again. Perfect location, Lorraine is a great host and we had everything we needed when... read more we arrived
I highly recommend this place, the wood fired hot tub, woodland sauna and a nice cold splash in the stream that runs down the side of the mill. We will be back again next year! Thank you!
Adam
A hidden treasure!
We had 4 days of total peace
The mill is is huge and very comfortable.
We were able to take advantage of the hot... read more tub and sauna experience which I can't recommend highly enough. The grounds are stunning and the dental surgery summer house was great! Ideal for families -the girls loved it!
Lorraine was a great host and really looked after us. Looking forward to a return visit!
Gillian
Nothing I can write in this review is ever going to match the actual place and space! The photos look great, the reality is so much better!
The... read more mill has a unique character that welcomes you and instantly makes you feel at home. The location is nothing short of incredible - the river, the sweet donkeys, the drop-dead gorgeous night sky, the peace! It is everything we hoped for and more! And Lorraine is everything you would ever hope for in a host - kind, conscientious, extremely helpful and communicative - an absolute pleasure to speak with 🙂
Thank you so much for the perfectly wonderful and memorable Christmas stay 🙂
Simone
lorraine's place is amazing! it is in a private and peaceful section of the road! the kitchen was well equipped and the touches of the host is awesome! we loved... read more the decorations and the great selection of books and CDs for the music system downstairs 🙂 we were also 30 minute drive from a big tescos and other local shops! the hot tub was also great although a wee bit of a walk from the hot tub to the airbnb that will definitly wake you up in the winter haha also make sure you have something waterproof for your clothes and towel if you decide to venture to the hottub as we got caught in the rain! we will definitly be back though
Mohamed
Lorraine and Ulu are the most welcoming and friendly family. The Mill is a very special place - loads of room for family get togethers. We had 6 adults staying... read more over the long weekend plus 2 little kids and a Sunday lunch with an extra 4 people - we all fitted round the dining room table and everyone adored the place. The gardens are gorgeous, you are right beside a waterfall and the sauna - a little unusual is built and tended to by Ulu - a sauna native! Could have stayed in there all day! For a longer stay they gave the impression that we would be very welcome as part of their community - forest school sounds great! I hope we will make it back!
Emma
Beautiful spot, nestled in amongst the fields and hills. The mill really makes you feel "away from it all", and you'll have everything you need for a comfy and relaxing... read more stay. The hot tub wasn't working when we were there, but they offered us the sauna experience instead, which was amazing. The animals, trampoline and swing were a hit with the kids, and I loved the quiet walks and sunset views. Lorraine and her family are super hosts, very knowledgeable and kind. I would definitely stay here again!
Stephanie
If you’re looking for a rustic far from the madding crowd stay, this place is perfect. Totally out in the countryside with a river and waterfall the setting is very... read more picturesque. The mill house is beautiful very old and rustic with a log burner and a very olde worlde feel to it.
On arrival we were greeted by our very friendly host Lorraine and I got the feeling that if we asked nothing would be too much trouble.
We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and the dark sky experience was something else!
Close by is loch Ken...9 miles long and beautiful and the small town of Castle Douglas a beautiful gem with lots of unusual shops and great stock.
On the whole a thoroughly enjoyable stay.
Thanks Lorraine
Angela
This is the most idyllic setting. We loved it. The countryside is peaceful. The house is finished with quality and tastefully selected pieces. The activities available are holiday enhancing. I’d... read more highly recommend the woodland sauna experience, the hot tub, the foraging, the yoga and the Middle Eastern cookery. Loch Ken activity centre is only 20 minutes away for more activities. The bedrooms are very comfortable. The cellar is great for family games by the fire.
Lorraine was very helpful, approachable and friendly.
This is a dream property.
Naomi
We spent four memorable days at The Hidden Mill. It's such a fantastic secluded, peaceful and beautiful location. Not only that, the place itself is fantastic too. If you... read more want a family get-together with a difference we would highly recommend this place.
Matt
The Mill was a wonderful place to be. Lorraine was a great host, and let us know in great detail everything we needed to be briefed on.
Bruce... read more and Abi who were taking care of the place whilst the owners were away went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable.
If you're after a quiet getaway and a bit of country life, I couldn't recommend the Mill highly enough!
Haroun
Lorraine was fantastic. She helped me with local suppliers to make my husbands 40th weekend perfect. Highly recommend McCakers, the cake was incredible. The sauna experience is a must, such... read more a unique experience and the hot tub was brilliant. Definitely recommend the pre lighting service. Such a wonderful part of the world. We will be back.
Elizabeth
Sarah
Karen
This is a very special place with very special hosts. so much to explore and enjoy, tons of character and space and the perfect place for spending time reconnecting with... read more family or friends (without the distraction of wifi!) Both the hot tub and sauna are amazing. Would also highly recommend Jenny's circus skills class, we have not laughed so much in years, absolutely brilliant!
Bernadette
The mill is wonderful!! We comfortably fit 7 adults and 5 kids and had a great weekend! The old features added great character and the kids loved seeing the water... read more pass by. The place was clean and had loads of charm and I would highly recommend it for familia looking to get away and enjoy time together
Olivia
We had the most wonderful stay here. The house is beautiful and the surroundings are even more so. Lorraine is a wonderful host and was so welcoming from start to... read more finish, I cannot fault. We hope to come and stay again in the near future 🙂
Hope
Lorraine's place and the surrounding area is your perfect location for the Borderlands and Galloway Forest Park explorationd. The farm road strolls through the hills and dales lead you back... read more to the mill it's waterfalls and amazing gardens! Lovely place for family and friends retreat!
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