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A little hidden gem - perfect romantic getaway.

Cottage in Maybole with kitchen and fireplace

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Escape to Freedom Fields pods, a hidden gem in Ayrshire's countryside. Unwind in the wood-fired hot tub or by the firepit on your private terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. The beautifully designed pod features an open plan living space with electric central heating, Wi-Fi and a kingsize bed on the mezzanine level.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A little hidden gem - perfect romantic getaway.

A little hidden gem - perfect romantic getaway.. 1 step to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, Electric Fire

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge/Freezer

Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom: Galleried, Kingsize (5ft) Bed. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels. Wi-Fi and logs for hot tub included. Dressing gown and Welcome pack. Terrace with sitting-out area, garden furniture, barbecue and firepit (logs £15 per large bag). Wood fired hot tub for 4 (private). Residents’ car park (not allocated). No smoking.. Freedom Fields pods really are delightful and offer guests that little bit of luxury in the stunning Ayrshire countryside. These two pods are set apart from each other to offer guests both privacy and seclusion and are beautifully designed. The pods have large luxurious kingsize beds on the mezzanine level and an open plan living/dining/kitchen space on the ground floor with the added luxury of an electric wood burner, just perfect for that romantic get away. Outside the pods have their very own wood fired hot tub where you can sit and relax being disturbed by nothing but the gently crackling fire and the wildlife. With a barbecue and firepit you can spend a lazy evening marvelling at the starry dark skies. The views are spectacular at any time of year, the pods are peacefully located within walking distance of the pretty conservation village of Straiton with coffee shop, pub and village store, voted one of the ten ’Best Villages in Scotland’, and featured in the book ’The Most Beautiful Villages of Scotland’.

Located on the edge of the Galloway Forest Park, Britain’s largest forest park with 300 square miles of wild beauty waiting to be explored, the park boasts tranquil valleys, rugged rock faces, forest, moorland, lochs and ancient woodland and a huge diversity of wildlife including red and roe deer, wild goats and many birds of prey. The park has also been awarded the status of one of only four Dark Sky Parks in the western world, and when the sun sets you will see why. The seaside towns of Ayr, Prestwick and Troon are all close by with beautiful sandy beaches and stunning views towards the Isle of Arran. Day trips can be taken to Arran and Cumbrae and are well worth the effort. Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh are perfect for a day out, as is Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Ayrshire is home to the Ayrshire Coastal Path, a 100-mile long coastal walk with fantastic views over to the mountains of Arran. Inland there are gardens and castles to visit, as well as riding, horse racing at Ayr and a choice of golf courses, with the world famous Turnberry close to hand. Culzean Castle (owned by the National Trust for Scotland) is spectacular and is Ayrshire’s most popular tourist attraction, and Dumfries House is also worth a visit.

Bracken can be booked together with Heather (UK34841) and Bluebell (UK47240) to accommodate up to 6 guests.



Small dog/s only allowed.

Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 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

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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-00370-P

Property is also known as

1 bedroom accommodation in Straiton, near Maybole Maybole
su-UK34842-UK34842

About the area

Located in Maybole, this cottage is in a rural area. Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and Burns Cottage and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Maybole War Memorial Park Golf Course and Belleisle Golf Club. Glebe Park and Scottish Industrial Railway Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Maybole travel guide
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Map
Straiton, near Maybole

What's nearby

  • "Until standardisation of weights and measures in the 18th century, a "mile" in Scotland could be a variable distance. 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)
    Ayr Beach
    26 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Culzean Castle- must go place in Scotland
    Culzean Castle
    27 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Ayr racecourse
    Ayr Racecourse
    30 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Blairquhan Castle
    4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Brig O'Doon
    24 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Maybole Station
    12 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Buck
    14 min walk
  • The High Society
    11 min drive
  • Sprinkles
    11 min drive
  • The Kirkmichael Arms
    7 min drive
  • Crack Bar
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A little hidden gem - perfect romantic getaway. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A little hidden gem - perfect romantic getaway.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A little hidden gem - perfect romantic getaway.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A little hidden gem - perfect romantic getaway.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A little hidden gem - perfect romantic getaway. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Blairquhan Castle and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Cloncaird Castle Estate. Maybole Library and Maybole Health Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Jane Turner

A lovely stay in a tranquil pretty location.

A lovely stay in a tranquil pretty location. Property was very clean and the welcome basket & prepared hot tub were great on arrival.
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8/10 Good

Alison

We had a lovely break in this luxury pod.

We had a lovely break in this luxury pod. Warm and cosy with the welcoming hot tub and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and Straiton monument on the hill. We received a lovely welcome gift or a few goodies and Elaine had spent all day getting the hot tub ready for our arrival. Heaven!! Easy 10 min walk into the village with a friendly community shop, well stocked and they were very welcoming. Hope to be back
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10/10 Excellent

Lance Hawker

Very restful and relaxing.

Very restful and relaxing. Good host.