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Gilminscroft Gatehouse

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Private kitchen
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sorn, near Ayr
  • Place, Barony Colliery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballochmyle Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dumfries House
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

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At this cottage, you'll be 9.4 km (5.8 mi) from Dumfries House and 23.1 km (14.3 mi) from Dean Castle Country Park. .You can enjoy a washing machine in accommodation.

What's nearby

  • Barony Colliery - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Ballochmyle Golf Club - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Visions Leisure Centre - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Dumfries House - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • New Cumnock Community Open-Air Swimming Pool - 17 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Auchenleck Station - 13 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Catrine House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Poosie Nansies Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Coach House Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Gilminscroft Gatehouse

This detached gatehouse is located in the beautiful grounds of Gilmilnscroft Estate, close to the quiet village of Sorn, with its ancient castle and church.. 1 step to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Living room: 24" Freeview TV, CD Player, Sofa Bed (Double)

Dining room.

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine

Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Economy 7 central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Welcome pack. . Garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Shared 80-acre natural grounds, woodland, pond, pools and summer house. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children under 13 years old. There is a stream in the grounds, 25 yards away.. This charming, detached gatehouse is situated quietly within the beautiful grounds of the Gilmilnscroft Estate, with formal gardens and enchanted woods, rich in flora and fauna with lovely walks, and fields with its own resident sheep. The cottage has great views of the Ayrshire countryside to the Isle of Arran beyond and is a great place to observe sunsets.

New for summer 2019 is a fully refurbished summer house, for use of both properties. Located close to the quiet village of Sorn with easy access to the River Ayr Way, with over 40 miles of walks through one of the most interesting valleys in southern Scotland with a wide range of habitats and wildlife. Dumfries House, made famous by Prince Charles’ involvement, is located approximately 3 miles away, and is a major attraction in East Ayrshire, as is Auchinleck House, home to James Boswell, a similar distance away. Also close by is the wonderful Ayrshire Coastal Path, with over 100 miles along one of the finest panoramic coastlines. Inland, there are gardens and castles to visit, riding, racing, a choice of golf courses and several country parks, with Culzean Castle, 45 minutes away, (owned by the National Trust for Scotland) and being Ayrshire’s most popular tourist attraction, with a network of wooded trails passing along the beach. Day trips to Ireland can be taken from Cairnryan. The bustling cosmopolitan city of Glasgow is only a 45-minute drive and Edinburgh is 1½ hours, with good train links from Prestwick. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is approximately 1¼ hours away and the ferry links to the islands of Cumbrae, Bute and Arran are all close by. Visitors are welcome all year round, and during January and February, you can enjoy the snowdrops, snow, frost and crisp sunshine. From the 1st April to the 15th June, this is the time for the most reliable weather, with the spring bluebells, birdsong and the ornate gardens. September to November brings the autumn colour which is exceptional due to the prominence of the native beech trees. Beach 15 miles. Shop within 2 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Gilmilnscroft Gatehouse (UK5164) and The Old Stables (UK5695) can be booked together to accommodate up to 7 guests.



There is open water in the property grounds.

Letting licence no.: EA00076P.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number EA00076P

Property is also known as

1 Bedroom Accommodation in Sorn Near Ayr
1 bedroom accommodation in Sorn, near Ayr Sorn, near Ayr
1 bedroom accommodation in Sorn, near Ayr Private vacation home
su-UK5164-UK5164

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Gilminscroft Gatehouse?

The closest beach to Gilminscroft Gatehouse is Ayr Beach (23.3 km).

Does Gilminscroft Gatehouse have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gilminscroft Gatehouse?

No, Gilminscroft Gatehouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gilminscroft Gatehouse?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Gilminscroft Gatehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10 Excellent

vincent h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Isolation within reach of everything you would want or need

Lovely gate house within the grounds gardens and forests of a Scottish estate, beautiful view and walk's both on and off the estate. Pubs and restaurants within easy reach, all we could have wanted and needed, would love to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022