Find self catering and cottages with detached property in South West Scotland

Island View, Dunure, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from: £664 to £1928

Self catering accommodation in Dunure sleeps 8.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea • Hot Tub Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Boasting spectacular uninterrupted views over the Firth of Clyde coast and across the sea to the Isle of Arran (pictured) this spacious and exceptionally well appointed property sits just one mile from the picturesque fishing harbour at Dunure. Keen walkers will delight in roaming the fabulous beaches and rugged coastline whilst golf enthusiasts can play the championship course at Turnberry (10 miles) or one of Ayrshire's many other courses. And at the end of a glorious day visitors can relax in the roof top hot tub watch a film in the home cinema/entertainment room or just simply enjoy the ever changing sea view.

There are some wonderful places to visit in the area including Culzean Castle and Country Park (NTS) – the castle boasts magnificent interiors even the kitchen block was designed by Robert Adams and the the 600 acres of grounds offer a diverse range of habitats for birds and wildlife. Also just 6 miles away is Alloway the setting for Burns Cottage the poet's birthplace. Ferries to the Isle of Arran are readily available as are day trips to Ireland departing from Stranraer. There is a shop and pub serving food in Dunure (1 mile) and the historic town of Ayr offers a good choice of restaurants and shopping 7 miles.

Entrance hall. Sitting room with sea views. Dining room with sea views. Garden room overlooking garden. Well equipped kitchen with breakfast area. Two double bedrooms both with zip and link bed (twins by arr) and ensuite shower room/WC. Two double bedrooms both with zip and link bed (twins by arr) and ensuite bathroom/WC. First floor: Home cinema/entertainment room.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Dalreoch Cottage, Ballantrae Ayr, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £283 to £753

Self catering accommodation in Ballantrae Ayr sleeps 6.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Detached • Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove • Easy Walk access Pets allowed sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Nestling in peaceful seclusion near the river in the lovely Stinchar Valley at the heart of the Bardrochat Estate this very comfortable single storey cottage is sure to delight nature lovers and fishermen alike. There is pleasant walking on the estate the gamekeeper can arrange fishing (extra charge) whilst a nature reserve lies at the river mouth just south of Ballantrae (4 miles) and the Galloway Forest Park offers superb cycle trails. Ancient castles and churches dot a landscape steeped in history – Culzean is well worth a visit. Golf at Royal Troon or Turnberry is a short drive and a village shop and hotel/bar are 1½ miles.

Porch/hall. Sitting/dining room with open fire. Modern fitted kitchen. Three twin bedded rooms. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath). Shower room/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Beech Cottage, Auldgirth, Dumfries and Galloway, South West Scotland

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from: £250 to £582

Self catering accommodation in Auldgirth sleeps 5.

Features include: Multi Bath Shower • Pub Close By • Fishing On Site • Short Break • Pet Friendly • Easy Walking Access

Accommodation overview: Set in 45 acres of beautiful countryside and woodlands surrounding the Friars Carse Hotel these three very comfortable cottages enjoy all the gorgeous views peace and seclusion their location affords yet are just a two minute stroll from the hotel's bar restaurant and panelled snooker room. Running through the estate is a private mile long stretch of the River Nith where salmon sea trout brown trout and grayling may be caught in season and the lovely formal gardens are a delightful spot for a gentle stroll whilst the wider grounds provides plenty of scope for more energetic rambles. Shooting and golf are available nearby and can be arranged in advance through the hotel.

The Solway coastal area offers excellent opportunities for outdoor pursuits including mountain biking cycling and wild life spotting as well as glorious beaches and a host of visitor attractions. Art lovers should head to the world renowned collection at Drumlanrig Castle and a trip to Threave Castle on its island in the River Dee is a must. At Dumfries (6 miles) visitors will find a good selection of shops an indoor swimming pool and sports centre whilst Castle Douglas boasts a great choice of local produce and speciality food shops. Ellisland Farm (8 miles) former home of the poet Robert Burns is where he wrote Auld Lang Syne and closer to hand Friars Carse has its own Burns Hermitage. Shop 1 mile.

Set in 45 acres of beautiful countryside and woodlands surrounding the Friars Carse Hotel these three very comfortable cottages enjoy all the gorgeous views peace and seclusion their location affords yet are just a two minute stroll from the hotel's bar restaurant and panelled snooker room. Running through the estate is a private mile long stretch of the River Nith where salmon sea trout brown trout and grayling may be caught in season and the lovely formal gardens are a delightful spot for a gentle stroll whilst the wider grounds provides plenty of scope for more energetic rambles. Shooting and golf are available nearby and can be arranged in advance through the hotel.

The Solway coastal area offers excellent opportunities for outdoor pursuits including mountain biking cycling and wild life spotting as well as glorious beaches and a host of visitor attractions. Art lovers should head to the world renowned collection at Drumlanrig Castle and a trip to Threave Castle on its island in the River Dee is a must. At Dumfries (6 miles) visitors will find a good selection of shops an indoor swimming pool and sports centre whilst Castle Douglas boasts a great choice of local produce and speciality food shops. Ellisland Farm (8 miles) former home of the poet Robert Burns is where he wrote Auld Lang Syne and closer to hand Friars Carse has its own Burns Hermitage. Shop 1 mile.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Kyle Cottage, Girvan, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £237

Self catering accommodation in Girvan sleeps 6.

Features include: Detached • Fishing nearby • Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by • Pets allowed Golf near by Garden • sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: These four holiday cottages on a 200 acre working farm and enjoy panoramic views over the Firth of Clyde to Ailsa Craig, the Mull of Kintyre and the Antrim mountains of Northern Ireland. 1/2 mile from the ancient fishing village of Ballantrae and 15 mins. drive from Girvan, a popular seaside town, the farm includes 1 1/2 miles of beach and seashore accessed by a short path from the main road below the cottages, perfect for walking and swimming. Local facilities include fishing, golf, sailing and horse-racing at Ayr. Shops and pub1/2 mile. The cottages stand near farm buildings at the top of a small incline, 300 metres from the road, with safely enclosed gardens to the rear for which garden furniture is provided. The cottage interiors are bright and sunny, with simple furnishings in homely style, ideal for a relaxed family holiday. Ayr 132 (b) and (c) These two semi-detached cottages can be linked by a connecting door in the bunk bedroom to sleep up to 11 plus 2 babies, although we recommend a maximum of 4 adults in each cottage. 1 bedroom with double and single bed, 1 room with bunk beds and single bed, pine furnished living/dining room, kitchen, shower room. All electric. Fridge, washing machine, microwave, television. Bed linen is provided. Cot and high chair by arrangement.

Barr, Girvan, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £559

Self catering accommodation in Girvan sleeps 6.

Features include: Detached • Fishing nearby Pets allowed Parking available • sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Situated amongst the rolling hills of the Stinchar Valley but a short distance from the idyllic rural village of Barr, this detached, newly renovated farm cottage is built to a very high standard for those seeking quality accommodation during their holiday break. The rooms are very bright and spacious with wonderful rural views from every window. The property is on 2 levels and there is a small courtyard with outdoor seating and parking for 3 vehicles. From here you can enjoy walking and cycling in the Galloway Forest Park, or fishing in the River Stinchar (permit required). Culzean Castle and Country Park is 30 minutes drive away as are several places of interest on the Burns Heritage Trail. Turnberry Golf Course is world famous and there is also other courses to choose from. Village shop 3/4 mile, main shopping in the seaside towns of Girvan or Ayr, where there is a race course with regular popular race meetings in season. Ground Floor: Living room with electric wood burner, dining room/kitchen, 1 twin bedroom with ensuite shower room and separate WC. Upper Floor: Second living room, 1 double with ensuite shower room, 1 twin, bathroom with bath and double shower cubicle. Cooking is by electricity, oil fired central heating. Fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Free Sat TV, DVD Player. There is also a payphone. Bed linen and towels provided.

Learig Cottage, Maidens, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from: £305 to £523

Self catering accommodation in Maidens sleeps 2.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: The delightful harbour village of Maidens situated on the largely unexplored coastline of south-western Scotland and just 1½ miles from magnificent golf at Turnberry is the enviable location for this lovingly restored fisherman's bothy. Boasting its own private decked sitting out area it is surrounded by the owners' pretty garden complete with pond whilst the harbour village green and coastline abundant with birdlife are almost on the doorstep. Close by Culzean Castle is well worth a visit as are Souter Johnnie's Cottage at Kirkoswald and the Burns National Heritage Centre at Alloway. Trips to the island of Arran depart from Ardrossan and day trips to Northern Ireland from Stranraer are easily possible. Troon is 20 miles. An excellent restaurant is within a short stroll and Maidens has a village shop.

Open plan sitting/dining room with wood burning stove and 6' zip and link double bed (twins by arrangement). Kitchen. Shower room/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Helensburgh, Glasgow, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

Sleeps 16
Weekly prices from: £1156

Self catering accommodation in Glasgow sleeps 16.

Features include: Detached • Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed Luxury accommodation • Golf near by • Games Room sleeps 16

Accommodation overview: This magnificent detached villa is 'B' listed (of architectural and historical importance), and stands within the Loch Lomond National Park, 5 miles from the 'Bonnie Banks'. The villa has everything a large group could possibly wish for - it has been recently modernised to an exceptionally high standard and the spacious rooms are very comfortably furnished with many original features which add considerable charm and character. South facing, the villa enjoys lots of sunshine and has extensive well-kept grounds, safely enclosed for children and with a large seated barbecue area for outdoor living. The town of Helensburgh is located on the Clyde Coast and offers an ideal base from which to explore Argyll and The Trossachs. The train station is a 2 minute walk from the villa and day trips can include outings on the world famous West Highland Line to Fort William or Oban or to Glasgow. Helensburgh has excellent shopping, hotels, pubs, restaurants and coffee shops and is home to Hill House, the National Trust Visitor Attraction designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. There are excellent recreational and leisure opportunities locally including picturesque walks, golf, fishing, sailing, horse-riding, shooting and jet-ski-ing.

Carrick Cottage, Girvan, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from: £237

Self catering accommodation in Girvan sleeps 5.

Features include: Detached • Fishing nearby • Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by • Pets allowed Golf near by Garden • sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: These four holiday cottages on a 200 acre working farm and enjoy panoramic views over the Firth of Clyde to Ailsa Craig, the Mull of Kintyre and the Antrim mountains of Northern Ireland. 1/2 mile from the ancient fishing village of Ballantrae and 15 mins. drive from Girvan, a popular seaside town, the farm includes 1 1/2 miles of beach and seashore accessed by a short path from the main road below the cottages, perfect for walking and swimming. Local facilities include fishing, golf, sailing and horse-racing at Ayr. Shops and pub 1/2 mile. The cottages stand near farm buildings at the top of a small incline, 300 metres from the road, with safely enclosed gardens to the rear for which garden furniture is provided. The cottage interiors are bright and sunny, with simple furnishings in homely style, ideal for a relaxed family holiday. Ayr 132 (b) and (c) These two semi-detached cottages can be linked by a connecting door in the bunk bedroom to sleep up to 11 plus 2 babies, although we recommend a maximum of 4 adults in each cottage. 1 twin bedroom, 1 room with bunk beds and single bed, pine furnished living/dining room, kitchen, shower room. All electric. Fridge, washing machine, microwave, television. Bed linen is provided. Cot and high chair by arrangement.