Title: McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate ## Photo gallery for McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate ![Property grounds - McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate (Maybole)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39630000/39629932/dfce09c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate (Maybole)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39630000/39629932/97c65155.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate (Maybole)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39630000/39629932/57933de2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate (Maybole)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39630000/39629932/127d340f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate (Maybole)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39630000/39630000/39629932/43b023ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on the garden wall of Blairquhan Gardens, McDowall Cottage offers a secluded retreat with comfortable living areas, fully equipped kitchen and digital TV. Surrounded by unspoiled Ayrshire countryside views, this two-bedroom cottage features private woodland walks and fishing opportunities on River Girvan. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate McDowall Cottage was converted from a former Garden Bothy. built about 1800\. It is romantically situated on the garden wall of Blairquhan Gardens. Downstairs McDowall Cottage has a dining room/living room with comfortable soft seating, a digital TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. A bathroom and bedroom with double bed. Upstairs there is a bedroom with two single beds. Situated within the beautiful Blairquhan Estate, McDowell cottage is the ideal retreat for a secluded short break. Surrounded by stunning views of unspoiled Ayrshire countryside, over 200 acres of private woodland, a garden pond and a huge walled garden, this two-bedroom self-catering cottage is newly refurbished and offers all amenities our guests will ever need to make their stay very comfortable and unforgettable. . There is a stretch of River Girvan at the back of Blairquhan Castle on the estate where our guests can enjoy fly fishing. Fishing permit can be purchased from Blairquhan estate office. Blairquhan Estate is very close to many renowned Ayrshire golf courses - Trump Turnberry, Prestwick Golf Club, Royal Troon are all within 30 minutes drive making our cottages the ideal base for a golfing holiday. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number SA-00084-F ## About the area Located in Maybole, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Maybole War Memorial Park Golf Course and Belleisle Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Culzean Country Park and Cloncaird Castle Estate. Travelling with kids? Consider Glebe Park and Scottish Industrial Railway Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. 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Generally a Scottish mile was longer than a mile in England, a fact which was immortalised by Robert Burns in his poem "Tam o' Shanter" - "We think na on the lang Scots miles..." After the Union of the Parliaments in 1701, the standard English measure began to be introduced in Scotland, gradually replacing the Lang Scots Mile. The Lang Scots Mile Walk was created in 2002 on the seafront of Ayr to commemorate the town's historical links with Burns as well as to encourage healthy exercise. It was estimated that a 10 stone man or woman walking Lang Scots Mile would burn off 115 calories and a 16 stone person, 184 calories." (June 2017)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5583/848aac3a-3661-425c-a527-fb6724605afb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ayr Beach 26 min drive \- 14.9 miles - ![Culzean Castle- must go place in Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092863/35ee0691-2c3c-414f-a11c-b255d45ecf5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Culzean Castle 26 min drive \- 12.4 miles - ![Ayr racecourse ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5583/f7d9b11e-c8fb-4411-9718-78d75e92cb8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ayr Racecourse 30 min drive \- 18.8 miles - Blairquhan Castle 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Brig O'Doon 23 min drive \- 13.7 miles ### Getting around - Maybole Station 23 min drive - Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) 39 min drive ### Restaurants - Minishant Inn Restaurant 14 min drive - The Buck 4 min drive - The High Society 11 min drive - Sprinkles 11 min drive - The Kirkmichael Arms 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate? ### What time is check-in at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate? ### What time is check-out at McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate? ### Where is McDowell Cottage - Family Friendly Cottage on the Beautiful Blairquhan Estate located? ## Have a question? 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