Duck Pond Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Reviews

Mr Mair
October 2018

“The directions to the property are incorrect.”

You have to go to the double green gates to get entry, not the single green gate. The owner has repeatedly tried to get you to correct this information, but it has not been done.

You have to go to the double green gates to get entry, not the single green gate. The owner has repeatedly tried to get you to correct this information, but it has not been done.
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Mr Cooper June 2018

“We thought that items like cutlery/plates etc were rather sparse and there were no wine glasses-I went to supermarket to buy some!”

! The arrival arrangements were not good,we were never told about gates to castle that automaticly opened when you approached close and we thought you had to have a code when we saw the code mechanism on the side, and we wasted a lot of time having to ring you and get instructions after driving for 4 hours,not very pleasant!! and not the only ones.On the whole we enjoyed the holiday and found it very relaxing and peaceful at the castle grounds.
Mrs Johnson May 2018

“After a few challenges in terms of arranging to get the keys the cottage itself was lovely and in a beautiful quiet location.”

Well equipped for cooking and a a good size shower though the cottage itself was a little dark without the lights on during the day. But the surroundings were stunning - even saw a young deer in the grounds. A few small things would have made it perfect - 1st the bed -made up as 2 singles - and the mattresses on both moved around making it uncomfortable to sleep on for the first 2 nights until we discovered they could be zipped together! The taps on the bathroom didn’t work properly but again were fixed . The only really thing missing was access to WiFi. Would recommend the Kirkmichael arms for delicious food
Mr Cane May 2018

“Although this property was well located, in pleasant grounds, had good quality fittings, the actual requirements for self caterers were lacking, the inventory needs checking.”

We had to buy cleaning clothes and frying pan, drunk wine from tumblers, had three table knifes and teaspoons, 2 mugs (two others = one was dirty despite cleaning, another badly cracked, These were reported on the first night and removed but never replaced). Disappointing and indicative that Sykes do not undertake random inspections.
Ms Mountford April 2018

“The cottage is in a beautiful spot and is so quiet and peaceful.”

The grounds are lovely to walk in. The local village of Kirkmichael is excellent, for food at The Community Shop and the Kirkmichael Arms public house. We encountered one problem (light bulb) and Richard fixed this very quickly. So want to return to Duck Pond Cottage. Thank you!
Mr Baines April 2018

“The Duck Pond Cottage was incredible!”

It was such an amazing location and it offered such a comfortable space for my wife and I. It was spacious enough for two people and it was fully stocked with everything we would need. It worked well as an operating base to see the rest of Scotland as well. We drove a great deal of the British Isle and kirkmichael served as a great place to do that. We are also some of the only guests to have stayed in the cottage from the United States so if you're in the states and you're thinking about taking a vacation to Scotland, be sure to give this location a shot. Cloncaird Castle is also really beautiful and walking the grounds is a peaceful and relaxing experience.
Mr Smith June 2017

“The only reason we would not book again is we felt we saw most places around in the week we had.”

The cottage was perfect in every way

Features

Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Dishwasher

Cloncaird Castle Cottages

These luxurious cottages are set in the grounds of Cloncaird Castle in beautiful Ayrshire countryside near to the village of Kirkmichael, close to the town of Maybole and ten miles from Ayr. Parts of the castle date back to the 16th century and it is steeped in fascinating history. The cottages date back over 100 years and are built of either granite or sandstone and four of them are gathered around a central courtyard. They are superbly finished with underfloor heating, oak panels and a mix of slate and oak flooring and provide a mix of sizes and styles to suit all manner of guests. The cottages are set on a 140 acre estate encompassing walks, a pond, a fountain, a river with salmon fishing rights and wonderful gardens. Kirkmichael is just over a mile away and has a shop and pub, plus the nearby town of Maybole has a good selection of shops, cafes and restaurants. The Ayrshire coast is within ten miles and features a wide range of small villages and coastal towns, as well as Culzean Castle which is well worth a visit. Many championship golf courses are close at hand including the world-famous links at Troon and Turnberry, plus Prestwick Airport is only a half hour drive away. Alternatively, head inland to discover Loch Doon and the Galloway Forest Park, one of only four Dark Sky Parks in the western world. This group of superb holiday cottages will provide a memorable holiday as you relax in wonderful surroundings.

The property

Duck Pond Cottage overlooks a stream and is set beside the river on the Cloncaird Castle Estate.

An ideal cottage for a couple and set all on the ground floor, the accommodation is made up of a super king-size double bedroom with a beamed ceiling and an en-suite shower, and an open plan living area with underfloor heating, perfect to warm the toes after a day spent exploring the grounds.

Note: This cottage can be booked with seven other cottages and together they sleep 30.

Accommodation

All ground floor. One super king-size double bedroom (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Amenities

Oil central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Roadside parking within estate grounds
Private seating area with shared use of communal grounds
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 1.5 miles
Note: External laundry service available on request and at additional cost
Note: River, stream and pond in estate grounds, children to be supervised at all times
Note: Check-in 4pm.

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About the location

KIRKMICHAEL

Maybole 3 miles; Ayr 10 miles.

Kirkmichael is a small village in South Ayrshire. It is home to a local shop, internet cafe and pub and is a good touring base for discovering this beautiful area. Just three miles away is the town of Maybole, the ancient capital of Carrick, which has a recorded history dating back to the 1100s. The wonderful Ayrshire coastline is within easy reach, whilst the busy market town of Ayr, the capital of Burns Country, with its host of amenities, is just 10 miles away. Galloway Forest, a mere 10 miles away, provides excellent walking opportunites, and captivating Culzean Bay, with its grand castle and delightful gardens, is within a 20 minute drive. A wonderful, peaceful location, perfectly located for exploring the beautiful West coast of Scotland.

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas