Modern 2 bedroom luxury accommodation, close to the beach

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Kitchen

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Ayr, Scotland

Ayr Beach
‪4 min walk‬
Brig O'Doon
‪3 min drive‬
Ayr Racecourse
‪7 min drive‬
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Lounge

1 Double Futon

Lounge

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to The Retreat at Scaurodoon. A beautiful recently built, 2 bedroom condo type house. We are located in the heart of Burns Country in Ayr, beautifully situated at the estuary of the River Doon, right by the famous Ayr Beach. Burns Cottage, Museum and the famous Brig O'Doon are all within a 20 minute walk . There are beautiful river walks and stunning beach walks on the doorstop and Ayr Town Centre is a 5 minute drive or 30 minute walk from the house.

There are top class restaurants, cafes pubs and shops within easy walking distance.

South Ayrshire is also golfing country and there are two excellent local courses within a ten minute walk from the house and several other top flight links courses within a 20 minute drive including Prestwick Old Course, the site of the first ever Open Golf Championship and the British Open courses at Royal Troon and iconic Turnberry.

Further afield Glasgow is within an hours drive or 40 minute train journey from Ayr Station. Edinburgh is about 90 minutes drive from Ayr. There are plenty of public transport options nearby

The property itself is beautiful with all the facilities you will require for your stay. Both bedrooms have King Size double beds, one of which can be split into 2 singles if required. There is a "Jack and Jill" bathroom between the two bedrooms and another shower room downstairs.

We look forward to welcoming you to beautiful South Ayrshire and our lovely home.

Languages

English, French

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ayr

Located in Ayr, this holiday home is near the beach. Burns Cottage and Museum and Robert Burns Birthplace Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Heads of Ayr Farm Park and LA Bowl. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Centre, or check out an event or a game at Ayr Racecourse. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

Ayr, Scotland

What's nearby

Ayr Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Brig O'Doon - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Heads of Ayr Farm Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
The Low Green - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
Ayr Racecourse - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

Ayr Station - 9 min drive
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Brigs of Ayr - ‬6 min drive
‪Cafe 51 - ‬5 min drive
‪Lighthouse Bar - ‬5 min drive
‪Wellingtons Bar - ‬6 min drive
‪Balgarth - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern 2 bedroom luxury accommodation, close to the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern 2 bedroom luxury accommodation, close to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern 2 bedroom luxury accommodation, close to the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern 2 bedroom luxury accommodation, close to the beach located?

This family-friendly Ayr holiday home is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Ayr Beach and Belleisle Golf Club. Belleisle Park and Burns Cottage and Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Annie B.

27 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property just as described

Lovely stay with a friendly welcome and great facilities, including a delicious breakfast that went down a treat! Everyone commented on how comfortable the beds were which is always a bonus when travelling. Thank you. We will be back x

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

michelle h.

10 Oct 2024

When booking I wasn't aware that the owner would be living there too. Although it was described as separate annexe it is literally just a door between. No privacy to use the garden which isn't enclosed as he had the gate open to come and go. Couldn't use the driveway

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Helmut G.

9 Oct 2024

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Eigentlich ein schönes Objekt und ruhig gelegen

Das Objekt hat offensichtliche Baumängel. Das Geschirr, der Herd und das Gefrierfach waren schmutzig, wir haben das Geschirr halt nochmal durch die Spülmaschine gejagt. Die Heizung ist plötzlich ausgefallen - somit auch nur kaltes Wasser. War dankenswerter Weise am Abreisetag. Die Gartenstühle hatten allesamt Mängel. Aber - der Vermieter hat uns Wurst - Milch und Toastbrot bereitgestellt, die Zimmer und die Bäder waren sauber. Wenn die Mängel beseitigt werden ist dieses Objekt sehr empfehlenswert.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Connie H.

30 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fijne woning

Fijne woning voor onze 3 daags verblijf in Ayr, strand op loopafstand.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill T.

1 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and lovely house

Well-equipped, very nicely presented and comfortable house in a fabulous location next to the river and beach. It’s a lovely quiet location and we enjoyed seeing a couple of deer trotting up the street, whilst we were there. Gary very kindly left us a large selection of breakfast items in the fridge, plus tea, coffee, milk, condiments etc, all of which were much appreciated on the morning after attending a wedding. We’d love to stay again in future for a weekend break and to bring our little dog who would love the proximity to the beach and the safe enclosed garden. Really clear and helpful communication with Gary in the run up to our booking and, although we didn’t cross paths on our stay, his son was ion hand in the adjoining house if we needed anything. Thanks for a lovely stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Richard R.

22 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Mr Reid

The property was advertised as a 3 bedroom property however it is only a two bed. The property and the owner were fantastic and the location is great for long walks on the beach. We would definitively stay there again.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul Q.

22 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and location

Convenient location - only a few minutes walk to the sea and about 15 minutes walk into Ayr along the seafront. Well appointed property and a welcoming host. Will definitely use again and would recommend to others.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

John M.

27 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Ímr

Was. Nice clean apperment plus clean would use again

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moira A.

3 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

What a great place to stay. Very comfortable and no distance to the most beautiful part of Ayr beach. We were staying whilst visiting family and definitely hope to come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

24 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House in an Ideal Location

The house is a great base for exploring Ayrshire. Ayr beach is right on the doorstep, Alloway and Burn's country is just a short drive down the road and it's not too long a drive or train journey to get through to other town and cities. Gary was a great host and was onhand to help whenever required as he stays in an attached annex. The house was well equipped and had everything we needed. Would highly recommend this house to stay in.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin R.

24 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful

Restful retreat yet just off the beachside walk and with good pub/restaurant at top of road. Ideal for visiting Rabbie Burns birthplace and the museum (both National Trust Scotland).

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jude H.

12 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb Property by the sea.

Excellent property, clean, comfortable and a fantastic location. Thoughtful extras that made a late evening arrival so much easier.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neal L.

28 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home in beautiful South Ayrshire!

The perfect location for a trip home to visit family. The Retreat was the perfect base - clean, spacious and modern. Close to the beach and all amenities. The host, Gary, made us immensely welcome and went the extra mile to make our stay memorable! We will heartily recommend this property and definitely will be back in future.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

22 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday house with fantastic social space. Excellent cooking facilities

Fantastic weekend with wider family and we had the space to host all for dinner! A fantastic indoor outdoor space with a well equipped kitchen. Beds very comfortable and bathrooms well appointed and modern.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

11 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This property is in an ideal location for quiet sea front walks and close enough for all the amenities in Ayr. Culzean Castle is a short drive away and a great day out for all ages. Loved the Burns experience in Alloway. The property is modern and well equipped, beds are extremely comfortable. Great place to just relax.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

4 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

17 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and property

Cannot praise this property enough. When we arrived the second gedroom has a king size bed with two single quilts. I rang the manager who arrived with a new quilt and new bedding. Nothing was too much trouble. Beautiful house and perfect location for the beach. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley G.

29 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely short break

Just what we were looking for. Great house, fantastic location and sunshine what more could you ask for. Our dog loved it and it was great to have a safe, enclosed garden for him to roam in. Hopefully will return

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie R.

8 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10/10 would recommend.

Booked this property for myself and my groomsmen the night before our wedding at brig o doon house hotel. The accommodation was perfect in every way , Gary replied to any queries almost instantly and cannot fault anything . Full breakfast and bottle of wine in the fridge on arrival was a lovely touch too. 10/10.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aileen S.

16 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal getaway. Very well appointed house. With our dog and grandchildren it was in a great position.

Gary was the ideal host, kept us well informed and provided a lovely welcome pack. He checked in personally to make sure we had everything we needed. A very positive experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

31 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn't fault a thing!

Beautiful condo, it exceeded all our expectations. Stayed here with my husband and daughters aged 6 and 14. Plenty to keep us all entertained, the girls particularly like the local equestrian center and had 2 lessons/hacks. We enjoyed the local castles,parks and tree top adventure. The accommodation itself is stunning, like home from home, everything you need is provided. Even got left lovely breakfast goodies and prosseco in the fridge. Bonus of a dishwasher and washing machine to use. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone and would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

18 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

My son, his partner and I were attending a wedding at Brig o’Doon last weekend , and only a short taxi ride from the property. We absolutely loved our stay , so lovely, and in such a nice location. Such a surprise to go in and find the fridge full of breakfast items and a nice bottle of wine! Also what a nice touch to have the Xmas tree up and it all looking very festive when we arrived. Thank you Gary for being so helpful and considerate and would highly recommend a stay at the “retreat” .

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

alison m.

8 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house with all modern comforts

Booked "the retreat " for our daughters wedding in alloway . Gary was amazing host and we loved staying here.... comfy beds ... great kitchen ... a lovely space for a family or 2 couples to spend time together . Loved the little touches... fresh cakes, bread ... butter and a breakfast stuff left in the fridge. The Christmas decs were even out when we arrived..... the lounge /diner looked amazing l. We will be back .... ! 😊

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Anne S.

20 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property, great location

The property was lovely, modern and bright. It’s in a great location, 5 minutes walk from the beach. It’s a good base for sightseeing, we visited Dumfries House and Calzean Castle which are only about a 20 minute drive away. Would totally recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

keith a.

20 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Modern luxury accommodation

Super clean and well-appointed accommodation with everything we needed. The breakfast pack and wine, superb, President unsalted Butter top choice, home from home 😊 A 5 star recommendation from the four of us. Cheers Gary

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

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1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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