Guests say
SQLArran Cottage is a well-received holiday rental, praised for its peaceful and scenic location, abundant wildlife, and comfortable interiors. Guests appreciate the cottage's cleanliness, cosy atmosphere, and the surrounding natural beauty. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Guests have described the cottage as clean and cosy, indicating high standards of cleanliness. There are no significant complaints regarding this aspect.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, wildlife, and picturesque scenery. It is considered perfect for walks and observing nature, contributing to a very positive experience.
The cottage is consistently described as comfortable and spacious, with a warm atmosphere. However, one mention of steep stairs for older guests slightly affects the score.
While the cottage is generally well-equipped, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as kitchen equipment needing updates, a temperamental boiler, and an old TV system. These comments suggest room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
A welcoming cottage in the most picturesque village on the Isle of Arran, surrounded by stunning views and offering a perfect holiday base for exploring the island.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Electric underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. . Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. Bike store. No smoking.. Unwind in the seclusion of sqlarran cottage, set amongst the beautiful scenery at Lochranza, the most northerly village on Isle of Arran and home to one of Arran’s two whisky distilleries. A traditional two-storey cottage with thick stone walls, and situated close to the distillery, sqlarran Cottage is cosy and welcoming with fantastic sea views over Lochranza Bay. Lochranza sits at the northern end of the island of Arran, sheltered by hills, with Lochranza Castle sitting on a shingle spit into the loch. The village is built around the loch and has a large population of red deer, as well as golden eagles, seals, and otters. There are many attractions, including the Isle of Arran Distillery and an 18-hole golf course. There is a ferry terminus that allows quick access to the stunning west of Scotland via Claonaig, Kintyre. Amenities include a post office and seafood restaurant, which is renowned for excellent food, and a hotel with bar and walking trails. The whisky distillery has a café, excellent gift shop and regular tours. You can venture south to the busier villages of Brodick and Lamlash with plenty of added options to enjoy.
Brodick, the main town on the island, has two largish supermarkets and a full range of professional services, cafés, restaurants and shops. Arran could almost be Scotland in miniature! There are stunning mountains, forests, beaches and glens to discover, visit and explore, ideal for someone looking for an active holiday. You can cycle round the island in a day, enjoy a walk-up Goat Fell, the island’s biggest mountain with spectacular views from the top, walk a section of the Arran Coastal Way, or there are beautiful golf courses if you like to take things a little more slowly. Wherever you go, you are surrounded by Arran’s breath-taking scenery. The wildlife on Arran is abundant, and you may just catch a glimpse of otters, eagles, basking sharks and porpoises, but you will most definitely see seal colonies and so many species of birds. There’s plenty of history at Brodick Castle, the ancient seat of power, or Lochranza Castle, with its underground prison. Arran is also really well known for its local produce, so it’s a great chance to enjoy the local cheese, beer and whisky. Travel to Arran is via a Caledonian MacBrayne ferry. Prestwick International Airport is 16 miles to the south of Ardrossan, with Glasgow International Airport 24 miles east of Ardrossan. You can also travel from Tarbert in Kintyre to Lochranza, at the north end of Arran, which takes 30 minutes. Lochranza is a half hour drive from Brodick. There are no shops or supermarkets in Lochranza.
Free WiFi
Two pets are welcome and pet bowls and beds are provided. Please do not allow them upstairs on the beds.
Guests are welcome to use the golf clubs provided in the garage.
Scottish Letting Licence No: NA00771F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Crocodile rock
- Brodick Castle
- Royal Castle of Tarbert
- Lochranza Distillery
- Isle of Arran
- Glenashdale Falls
- Goatfell Mountain
- Kilbride Bay Beach
- Shell Beach in Tarbert
- East Loch Tarbert
Reviews (14)
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Ian Smith
A really beautiful cottage in a special location in the lovely village of Lochranza. A short walk one way and you are by the stunning ruined castle; a short walk the other way and there is the Arran Distillery to visit. A short drive away is Corrie Golf Club and during the summer there is a Par 3 course on your doorstep. I loved my stay in the cottage.
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Paul Heywood
A great cottage in a fantastic location. Lots of wildlife to observe. The location directions are a little vague and it took us some time to find it.
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Nigel
Perfect location. This was our 3rd visit and some of the kitchen equipment needs to be updated. Otherwise everything is just great.