Royal Artillery Cottage - Culzean Castle
ID: S282653
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Guests are generally pleased with the Royal Artillery Cottage, praising its cleanliness, stunning location within Culzean Castle grounds, and the comfort it offers. The property provides a well-equipped kitchen and is appreciated for its pet-friendly environment. The unique opportunity to explore the estate after hours is a highlight. Some concerns about maintenance and heating have been noted, but the overall experience is cherished, with many expressing a desire to return.
The cottage receives high praise for its cleanliness, with multiple reviews highlighting the immaculate condition upon arrival. The absence of pet odours despite being pet-friendly is particularly appreciated.
The location is consistently lauded for its beauty and the exclusive access to Culzean Castle grounds. The proximity to the sea and the tranquillity of the area contribute to the high rating.
Comfort is well-regarded, with the property described as cosy and the beds as comfortable. However, some guests mention issues with mattresses and seating, slightly affecting the score.
Facilities are generally good, especially the well-appointed kitchen. Criticisms include underfloor heating problems and a lack of certain kitchen items. Maintenance issues like plumbing noises and draughty windows are noted.
There is insufficient information to assess thoughtfulness in terms of gifts or special touches provided by the hosts, as no reviews mention such details. Therefore, this score is set to null.
About this property
Resting on the National Trust for Scotland’s Culzean Castle estate, boasting wonderful sea views across to Arran, is Royal Artillery Cottage, a characterful, all ground floor holiday home at the heart of the castle’s sandstone stable block. Once the living quarters for the grooms, coachmen and stable boys responsible for the Marquess’s horses, it now offers a group of four a highly desirable base for a coastal escape to Scotland. This accessible cottage is well suited to a variety of groups, with sliding doors and a ramped entrance offering an accessible entrance, some wheelchair guests may require assistance up the ramp into the front door. Venture inside and discover a charming living/dining room with a warming electric fire at its centre, providing a homely ambience in the winter months, while the surrounding soft furnishings offer a lovely spot to spend quality time with loved ones or relaxing watching television. Sit around the table with a homemade meal, prepared in the amply equipped and contemporary kitchen, or sit outside in the courtyard and dine alfresco amidst the fresh countryside air, enjoying the splendid sea views. At the end of each day, seek comfort in one of the two well presented bedrooms, consisting of a double with a convenient zip/link function that can be made into a twin on request, and a further twin, both served by the accessible family bathroom with a bath and a separate wheel-in shower with a chair. With 600 acres of woodland and formal gardens to explore, you can find plenty of scenic splendour on your doorstep, as well as three miles of coastline with beautiful seascapes and water sports for the keen adventurer. Choose Royal Artillery Cottage for your next coastal escape to Scotland. Note: This property can be booked with Refs: 1060510, 1060512, 1060513, 1060515, 1104229, 1104228 and 1104230 together sleeping 31 guests.
Maybole is a charming Scottish town sitting with South Ayrshire in easy reach of the coast and the beautiful Galloway Forest Park. The town hosts a range of shops, pubs, restaurants and more, as well as its 19th century town hall and Maybole Castle being particular marvels. There are plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling and watersports in the area too, with a trip to Ayr making a wonderful day out for all.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, separate wheel-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with electric fire
Gas fired underfloor central heating and electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, TV.
Wifi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot available.
Off road parking for two cars.
Front courtyard area with a bench.
600 acres of woodland and formal gardens, and three miles of varied coastline.
Holiday guests can enjoy a complimentary tour of the castle, subject to normal opening hours and availability.
Access to the estate grounds outside of the regular opening hours.
Two well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3.7 miles, pub 3.8 miles.
Beach 0.1 miles.
Cot bedding is not provided.
You can park at the front door of the cottage for unloading/loading but at other times we ask that you park your car on the opposite side of the courtyard.
The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here
Nearby points of interest
- Culzean Castle
- Kildonan Castle
- Kildonan Beach
Reviews (43)
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Nicola
Plan to return.
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Janet
Very good for disabled travellers. Pristine throughout. One flaw - none of us, including staff from NTS on site, could get the central heating to work. However, NTS staff were so helpful in providing space heaters.
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Celia
We loved looking over to Arran though a pity windows so small so not as much could be seen. The bathroom and conversion did not meet our expectations for this price- the water in the shower did not drain properly but there was plenty of hot water. There was mould residue on the wooden clothes rack in the kitchen & needs replacing. Kitchen equipment adequate. Beds were comfortable for us. Electric chargers on site donât work after hours. Decor was fine and main bedroom roomy.