About this property

Elegant Accommodations: 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, and picnic spots. Comfortable Amenities: The property features family rooms, bicycle parking, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. Additional amenities include bathrobes, a washing machine, and a hot tub. Prime Location: Located 2.9 mi from Ayr Racecourse and 8.7 mi from Royal Troon Golf Club, the property is 3.7 mi from Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Guests appreciate the host, breakfast provided by the property, and convenient location.

Couples in particular 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


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Pye
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The room was amazing, with so many added extras and thoughtful touches. Breakfast was substantial and delicious Annie was a perfect, friendly, gorgeous host I would recommend it to anyone.
Telfer
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Absolutely gorgeous and comfortable,Annie made us extremely welcome, felt like I was visiting an auntie, the garden,the house the view totally stunning,loved my stay , definitely be back 💝
Fiona
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Annie looked after us extremely well, our room was excellent and breakfast was superb
Steven
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Stunning property made to feel at home lovely owners
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Quality establishment, lovely setting, excellent facilities, relaxing with a fabulous host
Kieran
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We really enjoyed our stay, Annie was very welcoming and showed us around. The room we had was very spacious and absolutely immaculate with some amazing decor. Really beautiful and had patio doors out to the garden. The hot tub was massive and...
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Our hosts were exceptional, really couldn't be more welcoming or hospitatal. Beautifully located surroundings, rooms were so clean and comfortable. Breakfast was lovely and plentiful.
May
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Annie is such a lovely host. Was so nice to have a chat with her at breakfast. The decor was very homely, and the nearby area is absolutely gorgeous. A direct walkway runs from the retreat to a lovely forest, and in the other way, a river.
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...

Managed by Annie

Company review score: 10Based on 98 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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 info

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.

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

Amenities of Retreat at The Knowe Auchincruive Estate

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's 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 need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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