Doonbank Cottage 89a Glenalla Crescent, Ayr, KA7 4DZ, United Kingdom
#5 of 96 Holiday rentals in Ayr
Guests' ChoiceBased on 137 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 24 September 2024
Carole
United KingdomNothing.
Beautiful cottage in a superb location. Clean and well presented.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 18 September 2024
Trish😀
United KingdomNothing really, possibly a comfier settee but that would be being over picky.
The location was amazing, secluded away from it all feeling. Larger than we thought, woods brilliant for our dog he absolutely loved it. We enjoyed seeing the deer. Fresh milk and warm homemade scones oh my word, delicious.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 11 September 2024
Mark
United Kingdom-
Lovely property in a great location. Very helpful host.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 8 September 2024
Duncan
United KingdomHaving to leave.
Location is perfect. Beautiful outlook of the river. Very quiet and peaceful. Just lovely.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 7 September 2024
Duncan
United KingdomLeaving.
Location was great. Lovely accommodation.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 6 September 2024
Alexander
United KingdomN/A
Peace & tranquility. Super comfortable bed, lovely clean smelling bed sheets/duvrts
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 5 September 2024
Annette
United KingdomNothing. Everything was good.
Cottage very clean and comfy. Hosts are lovely people and respond to queries quickly. Fresh scones on arrival very nice touch. Very enjoyable stay. Second time we have stayed and did not disappoint. Will hopefully be back again.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 1 September 2024
Steven
United KingdomNothing
Owner Chris was very welcoming. Bothy was lovely and perfect for what we needed.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 23 August 2024
Mj
United KingdomNothing it was wonderful.
Absolutely beautiful location. Peaceful retreat by the river. Comfortable and quiet. Great host. We throughly enjoyed our stay and we will be back next year.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 31 July 2024
Jacqueline
United KingdomNothing
Comfortable and clean with a lovely garden
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 21 July 2024
Ronnie
United KingdomNothing.
It was spotless. Chris was extremely helpful and accommodated our earlier check in request to allow us to get to a wedding on time. Chris even kindly gave us a lift to the venue. The place was spacious and comfortable. Strongly recommend for anyone staying in the area. The cottage is in a beautiful location and it is just a shame that we weren’t staying longer to enjoy that aspect.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 20 July 2024
Julian
United KingdomNothing. It was perfect
Very spacious, very clean. Very well equipped. Chris really helpful
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 2 July 2024
Kim
United KingdomAs we didn't arrive until after dark, we did get lost(we were also a little drunk). I think it would be helpful for there to be a sign on the main street that can be put out when there are bookings.
Very beautiful area and house. Super comfortable and stunning views.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 1 July 2024
Gallacher
United KingdomPerfect stay for 2...pristine clean, really comfy bed. Well equipped kitchen, tea/coffee & milk. You have your own private garden & sitting area from where you can find a walkway to the bank of the River & en route to the river we found the Honey Bee Apiary🐝. Lovely host Chris drove us to Brig O Doon where we were attending a Wedding.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
Michelle
United KingdomWas perfect for us
Hidden gem with super friendly hosts
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Derek
United Kingdomnothing
fantastic location a haven of such suprize, friendly welcome loads of space inside and out clean well appointed and just perfect
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 19 June 2024
Steven
United KingdomNothing
Self catering.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Caroline
United KingdomThe only thing I would like added would be a black out blind on the velux window in the bedroom. I woke up at dawn every morning when it got light.
Doonbank Bothy is a hidden gem on the banks of the River Doon. We enjoyed the walks along the riverbank and saw kingfishers. The Bothy is clean, modern and warm and well equipped for a short break for two. We especially enjoyed the welcome home baked scones - very welcome after a long drive.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Mr
United KingdomChris the host is a lovely fella & such a sound fella. He even dropped us into town due to us running a bit late.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Kevin
United KingdomJust wished the table, chairs and bbq in the outside space had been better prepared for our visit. (Not often bbq weather I appreciate!)
Loved most things. Thanks x
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
George
United KingdomGreat location, friendly host who provided fresh complimentary scones on arrival
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
John
United KingdomNothing…it was great.
Beautiful location overlooking the river set in Woodland, we could have happily stayed there for longer. A warm welcome and a lovely walk along the river bank made this a special and unique place. Inside kitchen and living area downstairs were fine, and the bedroom upstairs was large and airy with a very comfortable and wide.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Paul
United KingdomBeautiful property in a stunning location on the edge of Ayr.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Brian
United KingdomThe cottage was well equipped and in a beautiful location. Walking distance to all famous landmarks. Chris was a very welcoming host, freshly laid eggs from his chickens and freshly baked scones were truly amazing.
Stayed in April 2024
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