Guests say
The Hayloft offers a cosy, peaceful retreat in a rural farm setting, ideal for couples or solo travellers seeking tranquillity and scenic countryside views. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, welcoming hosts, and the relaxing hot tub experience. The property is well-equipped and thoughtfully presented, with many appreciating the opportunity to interact with farm animals. While some mention the cottage is compact and the hot tub is a short walk across the yard, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
The majority of guests found the property spotless and well-maintained, with only one review mentioning an initial issue with the shower drain, which was promptly resolved. Cleanliness is a consistent highlight in the feedback.
The rural, peaceful location is widely appreciated for its beautiful views and tranquillity. Some guests note the single-track road and distance from amenities, but most see this as part of the property's charm.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy and the beds comfortable, though a few mentioned the small size of the sofa and overall compactness. Most guests enjoyed restful stays and highlighted the comfort of the accommodation.
Facilities are praised for being modern and well-equipped, with the hot tub a particular favourite. Some guests noted the hot tub's distance from the cottage and minor maintenance issues, but these were exceptions rather than the rule.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs and dog treats, as well as attentive, friendly hosts. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Forest walks direct from the door. Stunning countryside views.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom: Galleried, Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Ground source heat pump, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. . Garden with sitting-out area, fire pit and garden furniture. Hot tub (25 meters away). 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (horse farm). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Set outside the charming Village of Darvel, these two lovely properties The Hayloft (ref UK7384) and Chaff House (ref UK7385) are located in rural Ayrshire, providing a superb location for outdoor enthusiasts. The accommodation sits adjacent to and has direct off-road access to Whitelee Forest and Windfarm, the UKs largest Windfarm with more than 130 kms of trails to explore on foot, by cycle or by horse. Horse riding and interactive animal sessions with the resident goats, alpacas, donkey, tiny ponies, and other animals can be booked separately with the on-site owners.
Dumfries House, Dean Castle Country Park, and Ayrshire’s Number 1 tourist attraction Culzean Castle are popular days out. The Galloway Forest Park is only a 30-minute drive away and is Britain’s largest forest park with three hundred square miles of wild beauty waiting to be explored.
The park boasts tranquil valleys, rugged rock faces, forest, moorland, lochs and ancient woodland and a huge diversity of wildlife including red and roe Deer, wild goats, and many birds of prey.
The park has also been awarded the status of one of only four Dark Sky Parks in the western world and when the sun sets, enthusiasts come to wonder at the universe revealed above.
Dalmellington is home to the Scottish Dark Sky Observatory and is only a short drive from the properties.
The seaside towns of Ayr, Prestwick and Troon are all close by with beautiful sandy beaches and stunning views towards the Isle of Arran. Day trips can be taken to Arran and Cumbrae and are well worth the effort.
Ayrshire is home to the Ayrshire Coastal Path, a 100-mile-long coastal walk with one of the finest panoramic coastlines in the British Isles. Crowned with a superb backdrop of the ever-changing profile of the mountains of Arran across the Firth of Clyde, this coastline is steeped in history and teeming with wildlife, including red squirrels, deer, otters, and seals and is a haven for bird watchers.
Inland there are gardens and castles to visit, riding, racing and a choice of golf course.
The Hayloft can be booked together with Chaff House (UK7385) to accommodate up to 6 guests.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Scottisl Letting Licence EA00072F
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (36)
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Confirmed Guest
The HayloftPerfect lodgings for 2 people wanting to escape to the Ayrshire countryside. The accommodation has a well equipped kitchen, 2 seater sofa, Tv Supporting Netflix and dining area for 2 people. The bathroom is just off from the kitchen with a large shower. Upstairs on a mezzanine was an enormous comfortable bed. Also with a Tv on the wall. All the decor throughout was beautiful. The hayloft was directly opposite a working stables and across from a small garden area with the hot tub. We didn’t mind the short walk to get to the hot tub. We made good use of it, which was very relaxing after our days out. Great views over the valley. We did all our own cooking in the well equipped kitchen. There are supermarkets within driving distance away. The nearest village is Darvel which is roughly 3 miles away which has a CoOp and Galston Tesco 6 miles away. For days out we spent a day exploring Whitelee Wind farm with miles of walking. Blew us away!! We also visited local walks like Louden hill and The Spirit of Scotland Monument. Another day we went to Troon to board the ferry over to the Isle of Arran which is beautiful and well worth the effort. And another day going along the Ayrshire coastline starting at Irvine beach and coastal path, then making our way down Ayr where we walked along the front and into the coastal path to Greenan Castle. There’s plenty of other things you can do round here but we didn’t have time. Very much enjoyed our stay. Thankyou to Angela and the animals that made us feel very welcome. 🙏
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Confirmed Guest
Wow! What an experience we had. The farm is away from the city life. It was so peaceful and being out in the hot tub at night, meant we were able to enjoy the stillness of the night sky. The cottage we stayed in was immaculate and Angela has thought of everything. She provided snoods to throw over yourselves after being in the hot tub. There were 2 of us and a dog and there was ample room. We had goodies on arrival including a box for our dog. From towels to poo bags. We had already planned on visiting other places and everything was over 1 hour drive which was perfect for us going back to a quiet tranquil cottage. My only tip for other people is to take mosquito repellent and cream for bites.
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Confirmed Guest
Really enjoyed our stay. Very accommodating. Clean and tidy. Nice welcome pack and greeting on arrival. Friendly.