About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Retreat at The Knowe Auchincruive Estate in Ayr offers a bed and breakfast experience with a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a lounge, outdoor seating area, picnic spot, and family rooms. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a hot tub, spa bath, and private bathrooms with bathrobes. Additional amenities include a washing machine, tea and coffee maker, and free toiletries. Free on-site private parking is available. Prime Location: Located 6 km from Glasgow Prestwick Airport and 5 km from Ayr Racecourse, the property is near Royal Troon Golf Club (14 km). Highly rated for its friendly host, delicious breakfast, and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Annie couldn't do enough for us, made us feel so welcome. Had a great stay and will come back.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Annie was absolutely lovely and we had the best time from the comfort of the water bed to the beautiful private garden with the hot tub everything was absolutely perfect, we had a lovely breakfast and lovely chat with Annie , she was the perfect...
  • Cath
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I don't have the words to do Annie and The Retreat justice. Location - excellent Accommodation - high end Service - first class, welcoming, friendly
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was on time and very nice. Had some interesting conversations with Annie! Annie is an artisan of her craft. Come and go as you please. It's a great place to stay. You won't be disappointed! My scooter was under a car port so stayed dry...
  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent stay in the most beautiful house in an amazing quiet location close to Ayr. Annie was the best host and served up a delicious breakfast. Would absolutely recommend and would stay again without hesitation! Thankyou Annie 😊
  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Annie made us so welcoming and brilliant for a wee blether
  • Angels
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything. The initial welcome by Annie was superb. The room was perfect with luxury furnishings, and hospitality was 10 out of 10. In a lovely position and the breakfast was devine. You won't be disappointed
  • Wilson
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Annie, the owner, was very friendly and welcoming. My room was huge, with 3 large windows and a patio door. The bed was one of the most comfortable I've ever had. The furnishings were pleasing and the facilities - bathroom, fridge, TV, full...
  • Elaine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Thee most beautiful house, gardens and surrounding area in Auchincruive. Our room was large with tiled floors, waterbed and sofa area. It had large wardrobes, slippers gowns fridge and a complimentary tray containing tea, coffee, tunnocks, water...
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This place is fantastic and Annie is amazing. High-end decor and attention to detail. Wonderful stay

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Annie

Company review score: 10Based on 130 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We enjoy hosting and would love you to visit, we are always looking for new ways to pamper guests. we love stories and story telling, we have shitzus which love everyone very relaxed wee dogs chilled and make us chilled too lots of history and tourist opportunities to share and learn together great fun. We are currently installing Hot tub updating page when ready

Property information

I would like to introduce to you retreat at The Knowe Auchincruive Estate is set in a historical wood of 114 acres, the house was a former shooting cottage built in the arts n crafts period 1930s with an amazing location by the banks of the river Ayr. Your country retreat, rest and relax in a period property, with a unique considered design for your enjoyment. Ayr river walks, surrounded with woodland wildlife and birdsong The ardesia room has a firm orthopaedic mattress, with private shower room, allocated to this room private the silken beige room has heated water bed double whirlpool ensuite, the copper verde suite has king size heated water bed, and large shower ensuite plenty of private safe parking, all rooms have their own private garden and sitting space with tables, chairs and parasols. All floors are tiled, with one or two steps in some areas. There is a hot tub in garden area which can be pre booked at property with Annie, contact property for this and any other requests to make your stay more memorable We have a private taxi, and trips can be arranged hosted by Annie(ambling with Annie) great fun. Only 5 mins to Ayr town centre in car, 10 mins to Prestwick.

Neighbourhood information

Dumfries House 10 mins by car away, Burns tourist attractions first one at the bottom of the garden the Burns Cairn Burns cottage and museum 10 mins away by car Culzean Castle 20 mins away by car The Knowe is perfectly located for all attractions, Ayr River Walks on app you cn walk 45 miles or more, cycling, and horse riding. Ayr beach 10 mins away by car

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Retreat at The Knowe Auchincruive Estate takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 05:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note there are 3 small dogs living on site but are not allowed in the bedrooms or in the guest areas.

Please inform Retreat at The Knowe Auchincruive Estate in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 05:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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