Carol's Guidebook
Out & About - places to explore
Places to visit within easy reach of house either by car or public transport
Magnificent castle & visitors centre with extensive country parks . National Trust property with woodland and grounds to explore. Set on rocks with stunning views overlooking the sea. Cosy restaurant for lunch and fabulous new outdoor children’s adventure park. A great day out for all ages.
22 miles. Approx 35 mins drive
Culzean Castle
Maybole
South Ayrshire
KA19 8LE
OS Ref: NS232103
106 locals recommend
Culzean Castle
Magnificent castle & visitors centre with extensive country parks . National Trust property with woodland and grounds to explore. Set on rocks with stunning views overlooking the sea. Cosy restaurant for lunch and fabulous new outdoor children’s adventure park. A great day out for all ages.
22 miles. Approx 35 mins drive
Culzean Castle
Maybole
South Ayrshire
KA19 8LE
OS Ref: NS232103
Dumfries House: part of The Prince's Foundation
Lighthouse Halfway House
Maidens RoadTurnberry Lighthouse.
Eating Out in the area
The most fantastic carry out fish & chips. People travel from Glasgow & further to eat here. Located in Troon Harbour about 20 mins walk or 3/4 mins by car
26 locals recommend
The Wee Hurrie
29 Harbour RdThe most fantastic carry out fish & chips. People travel from Glasgow & further to eat here. Located in Troon Harbour about 20 mins walk or 3/4 mins by car
Only a few minutes walk to Lido and all it offers. Breakfast/brunch /lunch/dinner/ cocktails or just a leisurely coffee.
Lido Restaurant
11-17 West Portland Street
Troon
KA10 6AB
+44 (0) 1292 310 088
info@lido-troon.co.uk
49 locals recommend
Lido
11-17 W Portland StOnly a few minutes walk to Lido and all it offers. Breakfast/brunch /lunch/dinner/ cocktails or just a leisurely coffee.
Lido Restaurant
11-17 West Portland Street
Troon
KA10 6AB
+44 (0) 1292 310 088
info@lido-troon.co.uk
A less formal Costley establishment than Lochgreen, but food is equally as good. Approx 2 miles from house- fabulous views from Dundonald hill above Troon - So worth a visit
Highgrove House Hotel
Old Loans Road, Troon
Ayrshire, KA10 7HL
T 01292 312511
E highgrove@costley-hotels.co.uk
11 locals recommend
Highgrove House Hotel
Old Loans RoadA less formal Costley establishment than Lochgreen, but food is equally as good. Approx 2 miles from house- fabulous views from Dundonald hill above Troon - So worth a visit
Highgrove House Hotel
Old Loans Road, Troon
Ayrshire, KA10 7HL
T 01292 312511
E highgrove@costley-hotels.co.uk
A short 10/15 walk. Never disappoints - good wholesome Scottish food! Relaxed atmosphere, family friendly with play area and outside terraces if weather permits.
Former home of Johnnie Walker Scotch whisky family
Piersland House, Craigend Road, Troon, Ayrshire KA10 6HD
by telephone: 44 (0) 1292 314747
by email: reservations@piersland.co.uk
10 locals recommend
Piersland House
Craigend RoadA short 10/15 walk. Never disappoints - good wholesome Scottish food! Relaxed atmosphere, family friendly with play area and outside terraces if weather permits.
Former home of Johnnie Walker Scotch whisky family
Piersland House, Craigend Road, Troon, Ayrshire KA10 6HD
by telephone: 44 (0) 1292 314747
by email: reservations@piersland.co.uk
Luxury 5*hotel with award winning restaurant. Set in woodland 1.5 miles from house. 3AA rosettes for dining makes this a must visit venue for foodies. Perhaps not for young children as setting is more formal
Lochgreen House Hotel
Monktonhill Road, Southwood
Troon, Ayrshire, KA10 7EN
T 01292 313 343
E lochgreen@costley-hotels.co.uk
14 locals recommend
Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa
Monktonhill RoadLuxury 5*hotel with award winning restaurant. Set in woodland 1.5 miles from house. 3AA rosettes for dining makes this a must visit venue for foodies. Perhaps not for young children as setting is more formal
Lochgreen House Hotel
Monktonhill Road, Southwood
Troon, Ayrshire, KA10 7EN
T 01292 313 343
E lochgreen@costley-hotels.co.uk