Cottages in Ayrshire

This county on the shores of the Firth of Clyde holds a special place in Scotland's heart, as the birthplace of the beloved National Bard, Robert Burns. Ayrshire is also renowned for its stunning collection of over 50 golf courses, including the illustrious Turnberry and Royal Troon. But that's not all; this region boasts some of the freshest seafood you'll ever taste. Just a short boat ride away lie the charming islands of Arran and Cumbrae—true sanctuaries for food lovers. The Isle of Arran promises an unforgettable day out, no matter your interests.If history beckons you, Brodick Castle and Gardens await with open arms. Known as 'the quintessential Victorian Highland estate,' it's a journey back in time like no other. Nature enthusiasts will find their paradise here too. Climbing Goatfell—the island's largest mountain—is an experience not to be missed. From its diverse range of wildlife to its breathtaking views. For a retreat that touches all aspects of what makes life beautiful—history, food,nature—book your cottage in Ayrshire.

Ayrshire

Popular Cottages in Ayrshire

Exterior | Foreland Cottage, Ballantrae

Ballantrae, South Ayrshire

Foreland Cottage

Wifi
Car Parking On Site
Garden / Patio
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.3

out of 5

9 Jan•7 nights

£777
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Spacious modern detached house | Wheatfield House, Kilmaurs, near Kilmarnock
Customers' Choice

Kilmaurs, near Kilmarnock, South Ayrshire

Wheatfield House

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 9 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

15 Jan•7 nights

£1,302
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Lovely detached holiday property | Yonderton House - Yonderton Farm, Dalrymple, near Ayr
Customers' Choice

Dalrymple, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Yonderton House

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

5 Mar•7 nights

£1,872
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Exterior | LilyBank Cottage, Pinmore, near Girvan
Customers' Choice

Pinmore, near Girvan, South Ayrshire

LilyBank Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

10 Jan•7 nights

£577
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Exterior | Aird Cottage, Dunure
Customers' Choice

Dunure, South Ayrshire

Aird Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 12 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

18 Nov•7 nights

£817
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Exterior | The Byre - Pleasantfield Farm, Ayr
Customers' Choice

Ayr, South Ayrshire

The Byre

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 Jan•7 nights

£503
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Exterior | Tack Room - Cloncaird Castle, Kirkmichael, near Ayr

Kirkmichael, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Tack Room

Luxury
Car Parking On Site
Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

14 Dec•7 nights

£1,167
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Spectacular historic medieval Scottish castle | Braidwood Castle - Braidwood Castle, Braidwood, near Carluke
Customers' Choice

Braidwood, near Carluke, South Lanarkshire

Braidwood Castle - Braidwood Castle

Car Parking On Site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

14 Jan•7 nights

£781
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Exterior | Stables - Cloncaird Castle, Kirkmichael, near Ayr

Kirkmichael, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Stables

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

9 Dec•7 nights

£1,167
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Dog Friendly Cottages in Ayrshire

Island View | Island View, Dunure, nr. Ayr
Customers' Choice

Dunure, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Island View

Coastal
Hot Tub
Wifi
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

8 Jan•7 nights

£1,122
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Beautiful blue sky and calm water - view from the decking | Seaview Sanctuary, Wemyss Bay Inverclyde

Wemyss Bay Inverclyde, Renfrewshire

Seaview Sanctuary

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

19 Feb•7 nights

£527
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Spacious modern detached house | Wheatfield House, Kilmaurs, near Kilmarnock
Customers' Choice

Kilmaurs, near Kilmarnock, South Ayrshire

Wheatfield House

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 9 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

15 Jan•7 nights

£1,302
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Lovely detached holiday property | Yonderton House - Yonderton Farm, Dalrymple, near Ayr
Customers' Choice

Dalrymple, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Yonderton House

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

5 Mar•7 nights

£1,872
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Exterior | LilyBank Cottage, Pinmore, near Girvan
Customers' Choice

Pinmore, near Girvan, South Ayrshire

LilyBank Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

10 Jan•7 nights

£577
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Exterior | The Byre - Pleasantfield Farm, Ayr
Customers' Choice

Ayr, South Ayrshire

The Byre

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 Jan•7 nights

£503
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Exterior | Tack Room - Cloncaird Castle, Kirkmichael, near Ayr

Kirkmichael, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Tack Room

Luxury
Car Parking On Site
Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

14 Dec•7 nights

£1,167
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Spectacular historic medieval Scottish castle | Braidwood Castle - Braidwood Castle, Braidwood, near Carluke
Customers' Choice

Braidwood, near Carluke, South Lanarkshire

Braidwood Castle - Braidwood Castle

Car Parking On Site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

14 Jan•7 nights

£781
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Exterior | Corner Cottage, Girvan
Customers' Choice

Girvan, South Ayrshire

Corner Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

25 Nov•7 nights

£423
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Kitchen/diner | Old Barn Farmhouse - Old Barn Farm, Uplawmoor, near Paisley
Customers' Choice

Uplawmoor, near Paisley, North Lanarkshire

Old Barn Farm - Old Barn Farmhouse

Wifi
Car Parking On Site
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

8 Jan•7 nights

£497
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Coastal Cottages in Ayrshire

Island View | Island View, Dunure, nr. Ayr
Customers' Choice

Dunure, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Island View

Coastal
Hot Tub
Wifi
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

8 Jan•7 nights

£1,122
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Beautiful blue sky and calm water - view from the decking | Seaview Sanctuary, Wemyss Bay Inverclyde

Wemyss Bay Inverclyde, Renfrewshire

Seaview Sanctuary

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

19 Feb•7 nights

£527
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Exterior | LilyBank Cottage, Pinmore, near Girvan
Customers' Choice

Pinmore, near Girvan, South Ayrshire

LilyBank Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

10 Jan•7 nights

£577
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Exterior | Aird Cottage, Dunure
Customers' Choice

Dunure, South Ayrshire

Aird Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 12 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

18 Nov•7 nights

£817
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Exterior | The Byre - Pleasantfield Farm, Ayr
Customers' Choice

Ayr, South Ayrshire

The Byre

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 Jan•7 nights

£503
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Exterior | Corner Cottage, Girvan
Customers' Choice

Girvan, South Ayrshire

Corner Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

25 Nov•7 nights

£423
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Exterior | Coastal Bay View, Ayr

Ayr, South Ayrshire

Coastal Bay View

Coastal
Wifi
Swimming Pool
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

20 Nov•7 nights

£387
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Gardener’s Cottage, Ardmillan by Girvan
Customers' Choice

Ardmillan by Girvan, South Ayrshire

Gardener’s Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 6 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 4 Pets

4.7

out of 5

12 Dec•7 nights

£507
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Cosy ground floor apartment | Tigh Beag, Troon
Customers' Choice

Troon, South Ayrshire

Tigh Beag

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.3

out of 5

2 Dec•7 nights

£303
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Luxury Cottages in Ayrshire

Spacious modern detached house | Wheatfield House, Kilmaurs, near Kilmarnock
Customers' Choice

Kilmaurs, near Kilmarnock, South Ayrshire

Wheatfield House

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 9 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

15 Jan•7 nights

£1,302
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Lovely detached holiday property | Yonderton House - Yonderton Farm, Dalrymple, near Ayr
Customers' Choice

Dalrymple, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Yonderton House

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

5 Mar•7 nights

£1,872
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Exterior | Aird Cottage, Dunure
Customers' Choice

Dunure, South Ayrshire

Aird Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 12 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

18 Nov•7 nights

£817
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Exterior | Tack Room - Cloncaird Castle, Kirkmichael, near Ayr

Kirkmichael, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Tack Room

Luxury
Car Parking On Site
Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

14 Dec•7 nights

£1,167
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Exterior | Stables - Cloncaird Castle, Kirkmichael, near Ayr

Kirkmichael, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Stables

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

9 Dec•7 nights

£1,167
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Exterior | Duck Pond - Cloncaird Castle, Kirkmichael, near Ayr

Kirkmichael, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Duck Pond

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

23 Nov•7 nights

£1,062
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Exterior | Ayrshire Loft - Cloncaird Castle, Kirkmichael, near Ayr

Kirkmichael, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Ayrshire Loft

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

26 Nov•7 nights

£1,167
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Relaxing hot tub | Hillend Stables - Hillend, Dalry
Customers' Choice

Dalry, near Skelmorlie, North Ayrshire

Hillend - Hillend Stables

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

17 Jan•7 nights

£1,122
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Exterior | Grooms - Cloncaird Castle, Kirkmichael, near Ayr

Kirkmichael, near Ayr, South Ayrshire

Grooms

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

18 Jan•7 nights

£1,332
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Inspiration of things to see and do in a holiday cottage in Ayrshire

Golfing and Whisky Tasting: Ayrshire is home to several excellent golf courses, including Royal Troon and Turnberry, making it an ideal destination for golf enthusiasts. Additionally, explore the region's whisky distilleries, such as the famous Ailsa Bay Distillery, and savour some of Scotland's finest whiskies. If for you're looking for more inspiration of where to stay, then check out our comprehensive collection of holiday cottages in Scotland.

Here are the top five things to see and do in Ayrshire:

Culzean Castle

Visit the majestic Culzean Castle, a grand stately home perched on a cliff overlooking the Firth of Clyde. Explore the stunning interiors, beautifully landscaped gardens, and the fascinating history of this National Trust for Scotland property.

Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

Discover the life and works of Scotland's national poet, Robert Burns, at his Birthplace Museum in Alloway. The museum showcases Burns' original manuscripts, personal belongings, and offers insights into his literary contributions.

Ayr Beach

Relax and unwind at Ayr Beach, a popular sandy stretch perfect for leisurely walks, sunbathing, or even a refreshing dip in the sea. The nearby esplanade features cafes and restaurants with stunning sea views.

Culzean Country Park

Adjacent to Culzean Castle, Culzean Country Park is a vast expanse of woodlands, gardens, and walking trails. Enjoy leisurely walks amidst the natural beauty and spot wildlife such as deer and red squirrels.

Heads of Ayr Farm Park

If you're visiting with family, the Heads of Ayr Farm Park is a fantastic attraction. It offers a range of fun activities, including farm animal encounters, outdoor play areas, and go-karting.

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