Farmstay vacation rentals in North Ayrshire Council

Ailsa & her husband gave a very warm welcome to their cozy and well-equipped cottage. The quiet surroundings and very comfortable bed made for some great sleeping, and I was thrilled to open the curtains one morning to see a red squirrel scamper across the garden. The cottage is a very short walk from Blackwaterfoot, and we thought that the food at the Blackwater Lodge was especially good. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the cottage (and on Arran)!

We had a lovely time staying here! There were amazing views all across the Island and the hosts were so friendly. We had a wonderful time on Arran

Our neighbours this week included horses, donkeys, cows, sheep, pigs, turkeys, ducks, chickens, rabbits and dogs- oh and Bob the cat! The kids (1&3) were initially nervous of the animals but grew in confidence as the week wore on. They even fed and held the lamb, chickens and were fascinated to watch the chicks hatch from their eggs! We had a fab week in this wee farm cottage, and hope to be back again another time.

The cottage was absolutely lovely, it is spacious and really comfortable particularly the sofas and bed. Everything is spotlessly clean and Penny is a superb host. The cottage is a joy to spend time at and it also has a lovely enclosed garden and you can see down to the bay. Penny and her husband Archie are really friendly, helpful hosts and there is also lots of information about things to do on the beautiful island of Arran. We had a fantastic holiday. Thank you

We had a wonderful time at the Hen Hoose. Colene has turned this into a truly special place. What really makes the place stand out compared to other farm stays / cabins we’ve been to are the amenities and thoughtful touches - we had everything we could have needed for a wonderful stay. Our absolute favourite was the view of the fields and animals from the hot tub and front porch :)

We had a fantastic time! Our hosts were lovely and our dog was so happy here too. The place was spotless, and we made great use of the outdoor seating area. Such a peaceful setting with lovely views of both goatfell and the sea, as well as the sounds of the birds and the sheep - truly a great getaway. Only 5 min drive from all the shops/pubs/attractions in Brodick, or a half hour walk. Would recommend this place to anyone if you are looking for a relaxing break!

Mandy is a welcoming and friendly person and instantly makes you feel glad you booked with her. She was responsive to questions, provided detailed directions and was flexible on my arrival time. Mandy was always available throughout my stay yet wasn't intrusive. She made sure my needs were met - nothing was too much trouble. She has a wealth of knowledge about healing animals and helped me with my dog! Overall my dog and I loved the cottage...quiet, private, comfortable and warm. Decent sized kitchen and bedrooms. Would definitely stay here again, and would highly recommend it as well as your Host, Mandy! Was a lovely bolt away for New Year!

Lovely stay, Rhona allowed us an early check in too. Beautiful surroundings, amazing views and got the pleasure of seeing some new lambs and a couple of highland cows in the fields around us!

We stayed at Raven's Gully for a short break and could not have been happier with the place. Our pod was immaculately clean and well appointed with everything you need. You self check in, which was remarkably easy, and our host Barbara came to check everything was OK shortly afterwards and was very helpful providing ideas of things to see and do on Arran. The pod is fitted with all sorts of smart tech and we particularly enjoyed the music system which sounded great. The welcome package was fantastic with all sorts of local goodies in it and definitely provides a good start to the stay. Unfortunately we didn't get to toast the included marshmallows on the fire pit outside as the infamous Scottish rain decided to stay with us for nearly the whole stay but if you get lucky with the weather, sitting outside with a drink or two around the firepit would be a very pleasant experience. We are looking forward to coming back to Arran and Raven's Gully again soon.

Our stay here was absolutely perfect. Mags introduced us to all the animals on arrival and answered each question we had about them in depth. The surroundings are beautiful and the hut itself had everything we could possibly need. The hot tub was one of the many highlights of our stay and despite the peaceful environment, we were never short of things to do! Thank you for making our stay so brilliant Mags and John, we will most certainly be back! 😊

This is a lovely home in a spectacular location. Property has everything you could need and beautiful uninterrupted views of the sea. My son saw otters on the shoreline close to the cottage early in the morning. We plan to return it is a lovely spot.

My sister and I had a wonderful stay at Blackbird. The location is idyllic and we thoroughly enjoyed relaxing in the peaceful surrounds of Clauchlands. The cabin is thoughtfully equipped with everything you may need making it a real home from home and beautifully decorated too. We brought our bicycles and the dry lockable bike shed was a welcome addition. Our host Ann gave helpful information near our arrival and let us know she was available if needed. We’ll be looking for an excuse to revisit!

We had a wonderful stay at Balmory Stables. The house exceeded our expectations, with peaceful surroundings and lots of space for the whole family to enjoy, including a garden. It felt lovely and secluded and yet was a short drive from Rothesay and all of the amenities there. The wood burning stove was an added bonus, and made the place feel very homely. Ulrike was a wonderful and very thoughtful host, who even brought some games and toys along so that our young children had something to play with on rainy days. Overall, Balmory Stables is a fantastic place to stay and we would highly recommend it.

What can we say? We have had the loveliest of holidays. Arran is beautiful and the weather was absolutely glorious. Plenty of walking, wildlife and ice cream! Do not hesitate to book Ann's place if you are lucky enough to find it available. You will not be disappointed - a real home from home. Beautifully furnished, comfortable bed, gorgeous views - front and back. Absolutely stunning! Would DEFINITELY recommend!

We had such a wonderful time at Fiona’s place. The location is just breathtakingly beautiful and so peaceful. The place is cosy and clean and has all you need. There’s also some local shops to get your supplies when needed. Beautiful part of Scotland, highly recommended!