Guests say
Holmbyre Smithy is a beautifully renovated cottage in a tranquil setting, praised for its immaculate cleanliness, comfortable beds, and relaxing amenities such as a hot tub and fire pit. Guests consistently mention the friendly and helpful host, peaceful surroundings, and thoughtful touches throughout the property. The cottage serves as an excellent base for exploring the area, with many guests eager to return. Minor suggestions include improved directions, additional kitchen items, and more storage in some bedrooms, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as immaculate, beautifully clean, and well-prepared for guests. No negative comments regarding cleanliness were noted.
The peaceful, scenic location by a stream is highly praised for relaxation and as a base for exploring. One guest found it difficult to find, suggesting improved directions could help.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, a warm and cosy atmosphere, and a spacious living area. Minor comments about limited storage in some bedrooms were noted but did not significantly impact comfort.
The property is well-equipped with a hot tub, fire pit, outdoor seating, and thoughtful amenities like towels and bathrobes. Some guests suggested minor additions such as a chopping board, bath mats, and extra kitchen supplies.
Guests appreciated the welcome hamper and personal touches, as well as the host's friendliness and helpfulness. Please note that gifts such as hampers are mentioned by guests but cannot be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break.. 3 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: (2 Steps), Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. . Enclosed front garden. Back garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a security deposit of £80.. Holmbyre Smithy is a spacious, detached cottage which is situated close to the town of Dalry, in rural Ayrshire with rolling hills and stunning coastline. In a riverside location, the cottage also boasts its very own private hot tub to relax in after a days exploring.
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 courses, with the world famous Turnberry close to hand. Culzean Castle (owned by the National Trust for Scotland) is spectacular and is Ayrshire’s most popular tourist attraction. Ayrshire is the heart of ’Burns’ Country’, steeped in tradition and history, visit Burns’ Cottage, The Burns’ Memorial Museum and the Brig o’ Doon, the bridge from the famous poem Tam o’ Shanter. Day trips to Ireland can be taken from Cairnryan, whilst a short drive leads to Ayr, a traditional seaside town. Glasgow and Edinburgh are easily reached for a day out. Day trips to Ireland can be taken from Cairnryan. Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh are perfect for a day out, as is Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with ferry links to the islands of Arran, Bute and Cumbrae all within easy reach.
Free WiFi
This property has a security deposit of £80, payable directly to the owner. Please contact the owner prior to arrival to arrange the security deposit payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Cumbrae Heritage Trail
- Garrison House
- Cathedral of the Isles
Reviews (15)
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent quality accommodation in a good location for North Ayrshire Coast and trips into Glasgow by train. Very clean and well equipped with a pleasant, helpful and knowledgeable host. Welcome hamper was a thoughtful touch.
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Confirmed Guest
Holmbyre smithy is a lovely house, with a beautiful living area. The rooms are small and there is very little storage in two of the three bedrooms but given that it is such an old house it has been renovated to a very high standard. The hot tub was excellent for the kids. Generally the house is well equipped but could have been improved by having a few additions such as bath mats, kitchen roll, replacement bin bags etc.
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Christopher Keeble
A great property in a super location.We were a family group of 5 (2 couples and a 13 yr old).The property was easy to find, nicely tucked away close to an adjacent stream. Parking for 2 cars comfortably (3 at a push).The property was easy to access and has a large covered front porch - great for leaving boots etc to dry after a days walking.We were greeted by a hamper of local food and drink - all the essentials to help us settle in.Rooms were all spacious and beds very comfortable.A computer tablet was on charge when we arrived and contained the guide for the house including local points of interest and contact details for the owner whom we met on day 2. Billy was very friendly and helpful.Hot tub was used on a few evenings and was very welcome after a day on our feet!Kitchen was plenty big enough and well stocked with utensils and cooking equipment.Bottom line - good value for money and highly recommended property.