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McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate

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A well-maintained garden with a central pathway leading to a structure.
A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a window with a view, and a mirror.
A stone house with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a small front yard with a pathway leading to the entrance.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a green armchair, and a dining table. A staircase leads to an upper level with a kitchen and a dining area.
A corner room with a window, a chair, and a door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Maybole, SCT
  • Place, Blairquhan Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ayr Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Culzean Castle
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Maybole

This vacation home places you next to Blairquhan Castle and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Cloncaird Castle Estate. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Blairquhan Castle - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Brig O'Doon - 25 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Ayr Beach - 27 min drive - 17.8 miles
  • Culzean Castle - 28 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Ayr Racecourse - 32 min drive - 19.3 miles

Getting around

  • Maybole Station - 16 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kirkmichael Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Greenside Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sizzle N Spice - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Barley Bree - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate

McDowall Cottage was converted from a former Garden Bothy. built about 1800. It is romantically situated on the garden wall of Blairquhan Gardens.

Downstairs McDowall Cottage has a dining room/living room with comfortable soft seating, a digital TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. A bathroom and bedroom with double bed. Upstairs there is a bedroom with two single beds.

Situated within the beautiful Blairquhan Estate, McDowell cottage is the ideal retreat for a secluded short break. Surrounded by stunning views of unspoiled Ayrshire countryside, over 200 acres of private woodland, a garden pond and a huge walled garden, this two-bedroom self-catering cottage is newly refurbished and offers all amenities our guests will ever need to make their stay very comfortable and unforgettable. .

There is a stretch of River Girvan at the back of Blairquhan Castle on the estate where our guests can enjoy fly fishing. Fishing permit can be purchased from Blairquhan estate office.

Blairquhan Estate is very close to many renowned Ayrshire golf courses - Trump Turnberry, Prestwick Golf Club, Royal Troon are all within 30 minutes drive making our cottages the ideal base for a golfing holiday.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number SA-00084-F

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Maybole, just steps from Blairquhan Castle. Cloncaird Castle Estate is also within a driving distance of 4.5 mi.

Is there parking available at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick), which is 21.5 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate?

No, you won't find house with balconies at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate.