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McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Outdoor barbecue
- Garden
- Internet access
Explore the area
Maybole, SCT
- Blairquhan CastlePlace, Blairquhan Castle1 min walk
- Culzean CastlePlace, Culzean Castle26 min drive
- Ayr RacecoursePlace, Ayr Racecourse30 min drive
- Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)Airport, Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate
McDowall Cottage was converted from a former Garden Bothy. built about 1800. It is romantically situated on the garden wall of Blairquhan Gardens.
Downstairs McDowall Cottage has a dining room/living room with comfortable soft seating, a digital TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. A bathroom and bedroom with double bed. Upstairs there is a bedroom with two single beds.
Situated within the beautiful Blairquhan Estate, McDowell cottage is the ideal retreat for a secluded short break. Surrounded by stunning views of unspoiled Ayrshire countryside, over 200 acres of private woodland, a garden pond and a huge walled garden, this two-bedroom self-catering cottage is newly refurbished and offers all amenities our guests will ever need to make their stay very comfortable and unforgettable. .
There is a stretch of River Girvan at the back of Blairquhan Castle on the estate where our guests can enjoy fly fishing. Fishing permit can be purchased from Blairquhan estate office.
Blairquhan Estate is very close to many renowned Ayrshire golf courses - Trump Turnberry, Prestwick Golf Club, Royal Troon are all within 30 minutes drive making our cottages the ideal base for a golfing holiday.
Downstairs McDowall Cottage has a dining room/living room with comfortable soft seating, a digital TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. A bathroom and bedroom with double bed. Upstairs there is a bedroom with two single beds.
Situated within the beautiful Blairquhan Estate, McDowell cottage is the ideal retreat for a secluded short break. Surrounded by stunning views of unspoiled Ayrshire countryside, over 200 acres of private woodland, a garden pond and a huge walled garden, this two-bedroom self-catering cottage is newly refurbished and offers all amenities our guests will ever need to make their stay very comfortable and unforgettable. .
There is a stretch of River Girvan at the back of Blairquhan Castle on the estate where our guests can enjoy fly fishing. Fishing permit can be purchased from Blairquhan estate office.
Blairquhan Estate is very close to many renowned Ayrshire golf courses - Trump Turnberry, Prestwick Golf Club, Royal Troon are all within 30 minutes drive making our cottages the ideal base for a golfing holiday.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number SA-00084-F
About the area
Maybole
Located in Maybole, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Maybole War Memorial Park Golf Course and Belleisle Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Culzean Country Park and Cloncaird Castle Estate. Travelling with kids? Consider Glebe Park and Doon Valley Leisure Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Maybole, SCT
What's nearby
- Blairquhan Castle - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Brig O'Doon - 23 min drive - 22.0 km
- Culzean Castle - 26 min drive - 19.9 km
- Ayr Racecourse - 30 min drive - 30.2 km
- Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 59 min drive - 71.7 km
Getting around
- Maybole Station - 23 min drive
- Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
- The Buck - 4 min drive
- Minishant Inn Restaurant - 14 min drive
- The Greenside Restaurant - 11 min drive
- Sprinkles - 11 min drive
- Culzean Palace - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate on 29 June 2026 start from AU$319, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate located?
This family-friendly Maybole holiday home is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Blairquhan Castle and Cloncaird Castle Estate. Glebe Park and Maybole Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Blairquhan Cottages
Languages:
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