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Luxury Dower House | 322

Kilkerran, South Ayrshire

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Overview

At a Glance
Facilities & Features

Accommodation
- Sleeps 18 + cot
- 9 bedrooms
- 9 bath / shower rooms
Your holiday home
- £4,500 - £4,500 per week
- Friday changeover
- 4:30 PM check in
- 10:30 AM check out
- Sorry, no pets
- No smoking
- Property rating:
- Facilities
  - Wood burning stoves
  - Fridge
  - Freezer
  - Dishwasher
  - Tumble dryer
  - Central heating
  - Coffee machine
  - Cot
  - Wifi
  - Microwave
  - Garden furniture
  - BBQ
  - Ground floor W.C.
  - Smart TV
  - Range cooker (double oven)
- Features
  - Wifi (unlimited)
  - Ground floor bed
  - Luxury
  - Hot tub
  - Croquet lawn & set
  - Alfresco Entertaining

Description

This period country house dating back to the 1600’s is perfectly situated for holidays on the east coast of the Firth of Clyde in South Ayrshire. Originally gifted by Robert the Bruce, it later became the Dower House to the Kilkerran Estate and has recently enjoyed a striking renovation to suit large house parties and family get together's. This luxury holiday home enjoys three principle reception rooms, all with attractive period features and excellent views over the surrounding gardens, as well as a modern well stocked kitchen, games room and small children’s play area. The accommodation is spread over two floors with all nine bedrooms enjoying ensuite bathrooms. The ground floor bedroom has a seating area within the shower for those less steady on their feet.

This well-appointed property sitting in mature grounds is surrounded by attractive gardens consisting of a network of lawns (including one for croquet), interspersed with garden beds, herbaceous borders, shrubs and mature woodland An extensive decking area with BBQ and outdoor furniture provides a perfect entertainment area for house guests.

**This property is currently only being let on the lower occupancy in 2020**

Only 5 of the 9 bedrooms will be made available to families looking to book a holiday from August 2020 through to December.

From Christmas 2020, all nine bedrooms will become available, along with an indoor hot tub and lounger area and deck in the renovated Stables area.

Prices are quoted on the higher occupancy initially and the rate will be adjusted according to your group size and time of year you wish to book.

Living Space
Beds & Baths
Grounds
Please note

The property consists of 3 large reception rooms, 3 downstairs w.c's, games room, kitchen, utility room and access to an outdoor entertainment area. The whole house has undergone a major renovation in 2020 and now offers luxury self-catered accommodation.
Sitting room
A large yet cosy sitting room with chesterfield sofa and comfortable armchairs surround a log burner, with original sandstone wall exposed as a feature. Bay picture windows provide oodles of light and look out onto mature lawns and woodland. A popular room to unwind or watch the latest series on TV catch-up.
A second large living area with log burner, child's play area and double doors leading out onto the decking and a further smaller "outdoor room" with the outdoor games, tv for the kids.

Kitchen
Along with the rest of the house the kitchen has undergone a major renovation and is well equipped to cater for groups. Its shaker style cabinetry provides clean contemporary lines and the large room feels practical, comfortable and welcoming. The utility is a useful addition and houses the washing machine, tumble dryer, ironing board and cleaning equipment.
Facilities include: Rangemaster with 6 ring Gas stove and double electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, wine fridge, dishwasher.
Dining room
The dining room, with log burner, is a large, light filled space perfect for entertaining. The three contemporary dining tables can be assembled together or set apart to accommodate a variety of layouts and guest numbers. The dining tables combined can comfortably seat a group of 18 guests.
Accommodation is provided for a group of 18 adults in 9 bedrooms with 9 bathrooms. All bedrooms feature bedside usb points, full length mirrors, bedside tables with lamps and laminated bathroom mirrors. There are hairdryers in every bedroom and bathrooms are stocked with complimentary luxury toiletry products.
First Floor
Bedroom 1 : double bed with ensuite bathroom with rainfall shower with separate hand held body shower. The bedroom overlooks the courtyard
Bedroom 2 : four poster king bed with ensuite bathroom with Walk in rainfall shower with separate hand held body shower. The bedroom overlooks the garden and glen
Bedroom 3 : super king or twin bed with ensuite bathroom with Large walk in rainfall shower with separate hand held body shower. The bedroom overlooks the garden and glen
Bedroom 4 : four poster king bed with ensuite bathroom with large walk in rainfall shower with separate hand held body shower. The bedroom overlooks the courtyard
Bedroom 5 : super king or twin bed with ensuite bathroom with rainfall shower with separate hand held body shower. The bedroom is dual aspect and overlooks the garden and glen
Bedroom 6: double bed with ensuite bathroom with rainfall shower with separate hand held body shower. The bedroom is dual aspect and overlooks the garden and glen
Bedroom 7: king bed with ensuite bathroom with large walk in rainfall shower with separate hand held body shower And free standing bath with handheld shower. The bedroom overlooks the garden and glen
Bedroom 8: double bed with ensuite bathroom with Walk in rainfall shower with separate hand held body shower
Ground floor
Bedroom 9: super king or twin beds with en suite walk in rainfall shower with separate handheld shower too. There is a seating area within the shower for those less steady on their feet and the bathroom is large and spacious.
This well-appointed property sitting in mature grounds is surrounded by attractive gardens consisting of a network of lawns (including one for croquet), interspersed with garden beds, herbaceous borders, shrubs and mature woodland An extensive decking area with BBQ and outdoor furniture provides a perfect entertainment area for house guests.
The property is located in rural farmland, west of Galloway Forest Park and a 20 minute drive to beaches and coastline along the Firth of Clyde. This luxury holiday home is a hidden gem with easy access to the main transport networks making it a convenient destination for visitors travelling from afar.
Maybole is the nearest market town, which itself is 9 miles south from Ayr, the administrative centre for South Ayrshire. The railway station in Maybole has regular services running to Glasgow, which by train takes on average an hour and a half although the journey on weekends and holidays may take a little longer.
The Firth of Clyde coastline is Scotland's playground and popular day trips depending on your interests might be a tour of Culzean Castle, or a trip to the Isle of Arran, a stroll along Maidens or Troon beaches, or a leisurely 18 holes of golf at Royal Troon or Turnberry.
Included in the rental
Linen, towels, electricity, heating and an initial supply of fuel for the open fires are all included in the rental.
Please note a stream borders this property.