ACTIVITIES
Explore the magical grounds of Culzean Castle & Country park, play a round of golf at one of the world's top golf courses, or take the kids/dogs for a day at the beach. There is so much to see and experience!
GOLF:
GUEST FAVOURITE! Spend the day on the beautiful castle grounds which includes the spectacular castle, cafes & ice cream shops, woodland trails, beaches, parkland, play park, Swan Pond, deer park, a stunning walled garden, and more!
TURNBERRY BEACH
Turnberry Beach access is a short walk from the premises. Cross Maidens road and turn left. Walk along the pavement which runs alongside the golf course. Just past the golf course, you will see a the gate that leads to the beach pathway. Enjoy scenic views of Ailsa Craig & the Isle of Arran, walk to the Turnberry Lighthouse, or enjoy a picnic on the beach.
A day of fun for the whole family. Indoor/Outdoor play park, farm & exotic animals, steam train, rides, cafe, and more.
With over 300 sq. miles of valleys, forest, lochs, and ancient woodland to explore, Britain's largest forest park is a delightful adventure. It has also been awarded one of four Dark Sky Parks in the western world and definitely worth a visit once the sun has set. 30 min drive.
Part of the Princes Foundation, this 2000 acre estate is well worth the 40 min drive. Explore walking trails , an expansive walled garden, a magical children’s adventure park, a farm, and cafe. The house itself has an unrivaled collection of Chippendale furniture.
ROBERT BURNS:
As the birthplace of "Rabbie" Burns, Ayrshire is known as "Burns Country". Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Burns Cottage, & the Brig o Doon (the bridge from the famous poem Tam o Shanter). For some lovely Scottish fare, be sure to eat at The Brig o' Doon Restaurant 25 min drive to Alloway.
WALKS/TRAILS:
Ayrshire Coastal Path - Runs 100 miles along the Ayrshire coast, through the main towns of Ayr, Troon and Largs.
Smugglers Trail - Leads from South Beach, Troon, along the Wrack Road across Royal Troon Golf Club, past Crosbie Kirk and through Fullarton Woods
SPA SERVICES:
WHISKY:
AD RATTRAY WHISKY EXPERIENCE & SHOP
Just up the road in Kirkoswold, you will find this delightful whisky shop & tasting room. Fill your own bottle or choose from a wide range of whiskys as well as wine and other goods.
BLADNOCH DISTILLERY - 1 hour drive south
THE CLYDESIDE DISTILLERY - 1 hour 10 minute drive north (Glasgow)
HORSE-RIDING:
Blackstone Clydesdales - Cumnock
Lionsgate Riding Stables - Ayr
Ayrshire Equitation Centre - Ayr
KITESURFING:
Kitesurf Scotland - Troon
EXCURSIONS:
Ailsa Craig - via boat trip from Girvan
Isle of Arran - via Ferry from Ardrossan
Isle of Cumbrae - via Ferry from Largs
Isla of Bute - via Ferry from Wemyss Bay
Belfast - via Ferry from Cairnryan