Guests say
Gilminscroft Gatehouse is a charming and tranquil cottage, much appreciated for its peaceful setting, beautiful grounds, and convenient location for exploring the local area and beyond. Guests frequently mention the comfortable bed, well-equipped kitchen, and the warm welcome from the host. The property offers a relaxing base with lovely walks and countryside views. While some guests noted areas for improvement in cleanliness and maintenance, the overall experience is positive, with many visitors returning for repeat stays.
Several guests commented on the need for a deeper clean, mentioning dust, cobwebs, and a musty smell on arrival. However, others found the property well presented after airing out, and no major hygiene issues were reported.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, scenic views, and proximity to local attractions, beaches, and towns such as Kilmarnock and Ayr. The peaceful setting and extensive grounds are frequently highlighted.
Guests consistently mention the comfortable bed, quiet surroundings, and restful sleep. The cottage is described as cosy and a home from home, with only minor suggestions for improvement.
The cottage is generally well equipped, with a good kitchen, shower room, and entertainment options. Some guests noted a lack of towels and a missing hairdryer, and a few mentioned maintenance issues such as a roof leak.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
This detached gatehouse is located in the beautiful grounds of Gilmilnscroft Estate, close to the quiet village of Sorn, with its ancient castle and church.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: 24" Freeview TV, CD Player, Sofa Bed (Double)
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Economy 7 central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Welcome pack. . Garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Shared 80-acre natural grounds, woodland, pond, pools and summer house. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children under 13 years old. There is a stream in the grounds, 25 yards away.. This charming, detached gatehouse is situated quietly within the beautiful grounds of the Gilmilnscroft Estate, with formal gardens and enchanted woods, rich in flora and fauna with lovely walks, and fields with its own resident sheep. The cottage has great views of the Ayrshire countryside to the Isle of Arran beyond and is a great place to observe sunsets. With home from home furnishings, facilities and creature comforts, the home really offers an ideal escape for your next stay. Inclusive of a well equipped kitchen with appliances needed to rustle up a homely meal, a comfortable double bedroom with linen and 1 pillow per person provided, and a lively living room boasting a Freeview TV and CD player for an evening of relaxation after a days exploration.
New for summer 2019 is a fully refurbished summer house, for use of both properties. Located close to the quiet village of Sorn with easy access to the River Ayr Way, with over 40 miles of walks through one of the most interesting valleys in southern Scotland with a wide range of habitats and wildlife. Dumfries House, made famous by Prince Charles’ involvement, is located approximately 3 miles away, and is a major attraction in East Ayrshire, as is Auchinleck House, home to James Boswell, a similar distance away. Also close by is the wonderful Ayrshire Coastal Path, with over 100 miles along one of the finest panoramic coastlines. Inland, there are gardens and castles to visit, riding, racing, a choice of golf courses and several country parks, with Culzean Castle, 45 minutes away, (owned by the National Trust for Scotland) and being Ayrshire’s most popular tourist attraction, with a network of wooded trails passing along the beach. Day trips to Ireland can be taken from Cairnryan. The bustling cosmopolitan city of Glasgow is only a 45-minute drive and Edinburgh is 1½ hours, with good train links from Prestwick. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is approximately 1¼ hours away and the ferry links to the islands of Cumbrae, Bute and Arran are all close by. Visitors are welcome all year round, and during January and February, you can enjoy the snowdrops, snow, frost and crisp sunshine. From the 1st April to the 15th June, this is the time for the most reliable weather, with the spring bluebells, birdsong and the ornate gardens. September to November brings the autumn colour which is exceptional due to the prominence of the native beech trees. Beach 15 miles. Shop within 2 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Gilmilnscroft Gatehouse (UK5164) and The Old Stables (UK5695) can be booked together to accommodate up to 7 guests.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Letting licence no.: EA00076P.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (15)
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Angela Farquhar
Had a great stay at Gilmilnscroft which my husband has been wanting to visit for a while due to ancestry in the area. The gatehouse made a great base to explore from. So tranquil and beautiful and within easy access to Kilmarnock and Ayr and we even managed a trip to Silverburn Shopping Centre (highly recommend). Cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed and due to how quiet it was and the heavy bedroom curtains, I haven't slept as well in years. Hope to be back.
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Confirmed Guest
The Gatehouse is in a good location for visiting Glasgow, Arran and the seaside. The grounds are lovely to walk through. We slept well every night, bed was comfortable and bedroom dark and quiet. We were able to cook what we needed to, easily. On the negative side, the Gatehouse is in need of a good clean! It is nice that it is in keeping with the period but we were disappointed with the cleanliness. Especially considering the arrival and departure times.
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James Meek
Well presented and equipped property. Great location and excellent grounds. All needs were catered for by onsite equipment and fixings. On arrival there was a musty smell where the property had obviously been unoccupied for a time, but due to wonderful weather, leaving the door and windows open it eventually cleared. No negatives to report.