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A hidden gem in the stunning Ayrshire countryside.

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace
Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

A hidden gem in the stunning Ayrshire countryside.

A hidden gem in the stunning Ayrshire countryside.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Electric Fire, Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Galleried, Kingsize (5ft) Bed. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for hot tub included. Dressing gown, slippers and welcome pack provided. Terrace with sitting-out area, garden furniture, barbecue and firepit (logs £10 per large bag). Wood fired hot tub for 4 (private). Residents’ car park (not allocated). No smoking. . Freedom Fields pods really are delightful and offer guests that little bit of luxury in the stunning Ayrshire countryside. These two pods are set apart from each other to offer guests both privacy and seclusion and are beautifully designed. The pods have large luxurious king size beds on the mezzanine level and an open plan living/dining/kitchen space on the ground floor with the added luxury of an electric wood burner, just perfect for that romantic getaway. Outside the pods have their very own wood fired hot tub where you can sit and relax being disturbed by nothing but the gently crackling fire and the wildlife. With a barbecue and firepit you can spend a lazy evening marvelling at the starry dark skies. The views from these beautiful rural properties are spectacular at any time of year, the pods are peacefully located within walking distance of the pretty conservation village of Straiton with coffee shop, pub, and local village store, voted one of the ten ’Best Villages in Scotland’, and featured in the book ’The Most Beautiful Villages of Scotland’.

Located on the edge of the Galloway Forest Park, Britain’s largest forest park with 300 square miles of wild beauty waiting to be explored, the park boasts tranquil valleys, rugged rock faces, forest, moorland, lochs and ancient woodland and a huge diversity of wildlife including red and roe deer, wild goats, and many birds of prey. The park has also been awarded the status of one of only four Dark Sky Parks in the western world, and when the sun sets you will see why. The seaside towns of Ayr, Prestwick and Troon are all close by with beautiful sandy beaches and stunning views towards the Isle of Arran. Day trips can be taken to Arran and Cumbrae and are well worth the effort. Glasgow, Stirling, and Edinburgh are perfect for a day out, as is Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Ayrshire is home to the Ayrshire Coastal Path, a 100-mile-long coastal walk with fantastic views over to the mountains of Arran. Inland there are gardens and castles to visit, as well as riding, horse racing at Ayr and a choice of golf courses, with the world-famous Turnberry close to hand. Culzean Castle (owned by the National Trust for Scotland) is spectacular and is Ayrshire’s most popular tourist attraction, and Dumfries House is also worth a visit.

Heather can be booked together with Bracken (UK34842) and Bluebell (UK47240) to accommodate up to 6 guests.

Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Small dog/s only allowed.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
1 bedroom accommodation in Straiton near Maybole
1 bedroom accommodation in Straiton, near Maybole Cottage
1 bedroom accommodation in Straiton, near Maybole Maybole
su-UK34841-UK34841

About the area

Map
Straiton, near Maybole

What's nearby

  • Blairquhan Castle - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Brig O'Doon - 19 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Ayr Racecourse - 22 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Culzean Castle - 23 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Ayr Beach - 34 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Maybole Station - 12 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Maybole Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kirkmichael Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Café the Buck - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Paper Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Welltrees Inn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A hidden gem in the stunning Ayrshire countryside. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A hidden gem in the stunning Ayrshire countryside.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A hidden gem in the stunning Ayrshire countryside.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A hidden gem in the stunning Ayrshire countryside. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Blairquhan Castle and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Cloncaird Castle Estate. Maybole Library and Maybole Health Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

A hidden gem in the stunning Ayrshire countryside. Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Can't praise this place enough. The owners are extremely welcoming and can't do enough for you. Pod was spotless and had pretty much everything we needed. Really peaceful location. Hot tub is amnazing and actually a lot easier to work than I thought it would be. So happy wirh our stay and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Svetla G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Very peaceful, cleaned, great location and privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

lynne m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Absolutely loved our 2 days here. Nick and Elaine were the perfect hosts. So friends and welcoming. Was great being able to chill in the hot tub and come out to heat yourself at the log fire! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021