I have stayed at the Merlin lots of times at it just gets better and better. So when it came to planning a weekend away for my girlfriend there was only one place to go the merlin :) The breakfast is amazing sets you up for a fantastic day in the Scottish boarders . Jim and Beatrice are amazing there... More

We have been staying at this b&b since 1996 and returning each year for the last 18yrs, we have returned home today 25/11/12 after yet another fantastic wekend, Jim and Beatrice are the perfect hosts they are such warm and welcoming people and can't do enough to look after you.Their house is immacculate from top to bottom the rooms are... More

three friends on a fishing trip on the Annan river booked in at the Merlin and were greeted by lovely hosts Jim & and Bertrice,they could not have been more welcoming,we arrived 6 pm with all sorts of very wet wading gear which they whent to great length to dry out for the following morning.The b&b is right by the... More

Couldnt have asked for better service. They were polite helpfull and made us feel welcome. Rooms were ckean and tidy, and it was very peaceful. Would definatly stay again and would recommend to anyone looking for somewhere to stay.

...to Beatrice and Jim. We got a great welcome and had a really fantastic time. Very comfortable beds combined with nice furniture and decorations. The Service was excellent and we enjoyed a very delicious Breakfast. Nice colorful view over the River. Surely we come back as soon as possible to wonderful Beatrice and Jim! Beate and Manfred from Germany

Just to come back here, for lovely panoramic views, kindness of professional owners, and tasty style of furniture and all decorations, not least relaxing flowered garden with statues, enjoy the quality of food in a noble scottish hall

Bank holiday weeked my boyfriend took me to the merlin . He was always telling me what a fantastic place it was . I now know why the rooms are beautiful,and the welcome i got from beatrice and Jim was just amazing i felt like i was visiting my best friends . In the morning i was given a most... More

Lovely position, wonderful rooms overlooking the river with the sun pouring in when you wake. Very comfortable beds, and a very quiet and attractive location. No problem parking. In all a very pleasant experience, finished off with a good breakfast. My advice? If you're spending a night or two in Dumfries, I don't think you could do better, and oh... More

Although my partner has visited several times, this was my first visit to The Merlin. Our hosts were welcoming and friendly. We took two rooms and I was most impressed with the level of cleanliness and comfort. My daughter's room, situated at the front of the house, had a lovely view over the river. Breakfast was a huge feast. I... More