Heather’s guidebook
Historical site
Culzean is approximately 35 minutes drive from the cottage. The castle is a National Trust property which has an entry fee for the grounds and the castle. There is a sign posted coastal route which offers spectacular views across the Firth of Clyde to Arran and Alisa Craig, also drive on the Electric Brae. The castle has beautiful woodland walks and shoreline walks to explore. A tour round the castle is recommended to find out the history. For the children there is an excellent adventure park where they will easily fill an hour or two.
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Culzean Castle
Culzean is approximately 35 minutes drive from the cottage. The castle is a National Trust property which has an entry fee for the grounds and the castle. There is a sign posted coastal route which offers spectacular views across the Firth of Clyde to Arran and Alisa Craig, also drive on the Electric Brae. The castle has beautiful woodland walks and shoreline walks to explore. A tour round the castle is recommended to find out the history. For the children there is an excellent adventure park where they will easily fill an hour or two.
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum offers a truly unique encounter with Scotland’s favourite son. Robert Burns is Scotland’s National Bard, and his poetry and songs are known and loved the world over. But who was he and what made him tick? The best place to get close to Burns and his genius is his birthplace in the beautiful village of Alloway. Our flagship museum starts a journey that weaves through the village, taking you from historical buildings to landmarks known to Burns.
Whether you’re a die-hard Burnsian or brand new to the bard, a day immersing yourself here will open your eyes and ears to an enduring hero of Scotland’s literary heritage.
Visit www.nts.org.uk for full details and entry costs.
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I-Cottage yeBurns
16 AllowayRobert Burns Birthplace Museum offers a truly unique encounter with Scotland’s favourite son. Robert Burns is Scotland’s National Bard, and his poetry and songs are known and loved the world over. But who was he and what made him tick? The best place to get close to Burns and his genius is his birthplace in the beautiful village of Alloway. Our flagship museum starts a journey that weaves through the village, taking you from historical buildings to landmarks known to Burns.
Whether you’re a die-hard Burnsian or brand new to the bard, a day immersing yourself here will open your eyes and ears to an enduring hero of Scotland’s literary heritage.
Visit www.nts.org.uk for full details and entry costs.
One of Scotland’s many National Trust Properties that offers a great day out if you enjoy historic castles, gardens and walking. You can complete a tour of the Castle, discover it’s history and explore the grounds.
Further information and entry costs available at www.nts.org.uk
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Brodick Castle, Isithangami Sezindiza Nasekhaya
One of Scotland’s many National Trust Properties that offers a great day out if you enjoy historic castles, gardens and walking. You can complete a tour of the Castle, discover it’s history and explore the grounds.
Further information and entry costs available at www.nts.org.uk
Sightseeing
Turnberry golf course has a distinctive light house and offers great views across the Firth of Clyde to Alisa Craig and Arran. It is accessible for walking.
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Turnberry
Turnberry golf course has a distinctive light house and offers great views across the Firth of Clyde to Alisa Craig and Arran. It is accessible for walking.
Walking
The Isle of Arran is a 40 minute ferry journey from the town of Ardrossan (25 minutes by car from our cottage). Goat Fell is the highest peak on the Isle of Arran, and the perfect viewpoint to gaze across the island and out to sea.
The mountain stands sentinel above Brodick Castle and reaching the summit takes between 2 and 5 hours, so pack plenty of supplies and make sure you are properly equipped. But we think the views of Jura and Ben Lomond are worth it – on a clear day you can even see as far as Ireland.
The Goatfell property also includes 2,400ha of mountain environment and moorland including Glen Rosa, a spectacular example of a landscape shaped by glaciers.
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Goatfell
The Isle of Arran is a 40 minute ferry journey from the town of Ardrossan (25 minutes by car from our cottage). Goat Fell is the highest peak on the Isle of Arran, and the perfect viewpoint to gaze across the island and out to sea.
The mountain stands sentinel above Brodick Castle and reaching the summit takes between 2 and 5 hours, so pack plenty of supplies and make sure you are properly equipped. But we think the views of Jura and Ben Lomond are worth it – on a clear day you can even see as far as Ireland.
The Goatfell property also includes 2,400ha of mountain environment and moorland including Glen Rosa, a spectacular example of a landscape shaped by glaciers.
Walk along the promenade, enjoying views across to Isle of Arran and you can continue along the beach to walk along to Troon. Good selection of local individual shops. Some great eating places too; Lido, Vic & Vine.
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Prestwick
Walk along the promenade, enjoying views across to Isle of Arran and you can continue along the beach to walk along to Troon. Good selection of local individual shops. Some great eating places too; Lido, Vic & Vine.
A circular walk of approx 9 km taking minimum 3.5 hours, starting Muirkirk (40 minute drive from the accommodation).
www.walkhighlands.co.uk
Cairn Table
A circular walk of approx 9 km taking minimum 3.5 hours, starting Muirkirk (40 minute drive from the accommodation).
www.walkhighlands.co.uk
Families with young children
Great day out for families with young children, sand pits, bouncy pillows, zip wire, animals, loads to do.
www.headsofayrfarmpark.co.uk for entry times, costs and attractions.
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Heads of Ayr Farm Park
Dunure RoadGreat day out for families with young children, sand pits, bouncy pillows, zip wire, animals, loads to do.
www.headsofayrfarmpark.co.uk for entry times, costs and attractions.
A small park which will fill a half day, take a picnic on a good day and enjoy the play park, woodland walks and animals to visit.
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Dean Castle & Country Park Visitor Centre and Cafe
Dean RoadA small park which will fill a half day, take a picnic on a good day and enjoy the play park, woodland walks and animals to visit.
City/town information
Museums, Entertainment, Architecture, Shopping, Charles Rennie Mackintosh historic buildings, Food
www.peoplemakeglagow.com for further information
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Glasgow
Museums, Entertainment, Architecture, Shopping, Charles Rennie Mackintosh historic buildings, Food
www.peoplemakeglagow.com for further information
Golfing
Home of Royal Troon Golf Course, venue of the Scottish Open, rounds can be arranged for non members.
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Royal Troon Golf Club
Craigend RoadHome of Royal Troon Golf Course, venue of the Scottish Open, rounds can be arranged for non members.
Golf course within 10 minutes of the accommodation. The course I’d private but rounds can be arranged. www.dundonald links.com
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Dundonald Links
Ayr RdGolf course within 10 minutes of the accommodation. The course I’d private but rounds can be arranged. www.dundonald links.com
Food scene
Excellent local restaurant on more expensive range. Beautiful views over the Firth of Clyde to Arran.
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Highgrove House Hotel
Old Loans RoadExcellent local restaurant on more expensive range. Beautiful views over the Firth of Clyde to Arran.
Great location at the Marina, good food either evening meal, a special breakfast or afternoon tea. The restaurant boast huge fish tanks
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Scotts Bar & Restaurant
Harbour RoadGreat location at the Marina, good food either evening meal, a special breakfast or afternoon tea. The restaurant boast huge fish tanks
Lido
11-17 W Portland StGreat food in a trendy restaurant
Excellent value, family friendly restaurant offering great quality food. The red bowl offers modern dining or the Walker Bar is maintained in the decor of the original country mansion house. Former home of Johnnie Walker Whiskey family.
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Piersland House
Craigend RoadExcellent value, family friendly restaurant offering great quality food. The red bowl offers modern dining or the Walker Bar is maintained in the decor of the original country mansion house. Former home of Johnnie Walker Whiskey family.