Ayrshire Self Catering cottage, Darnhay Cottage, Mauchline, sleeps 4

Lovely, detached barn conversion situated on rural outskirts of Mauchline. Furnished to a high standard with spacious bedrooms and woodburner. Ayr 12 miles.

A lovely, detached barn conversion situated in the owners' grounds, on the rural outskirts of Mauchline, 12 miles from Ayr. Enjoying splendid views over the peaceful, rolling Ayrshire countryside. This converted barn offers a well-presented interior with a high vaulted ceiling and has been furnished to a high standard with uplifting decor combined with modern fittings.

It boasts two spacious bedrooms, a vaulted open plan sitting/dining area with wood burner, a well-appointed kitchen and a patio area ideal for dining alfresco. Just over two miles away are the nearest amenities in the village of Mauchline, with shops, pubs, cafes, art gallery and the Burns House Museum. The award winning SORN INN is also 3 miles away.

Ayrshire is one the best golf destinations in the world with nearly 50 courses to choose from including 5 of the UK's top 100 courses and 3 open championship venues close by. The seaside resort of Ayr boasts plenty more shops along with sandy beaches. Prince Charles' philanthropic Dumfries House and estate, with its unrivalled collection of priceless Chippendale furniture, is just 8 miles away.

A little further away is the jewel in the crown Culzean Castles, a favourite day-trip destination of many Darnhay guests. Cross by car ferry from Ardrossan Harbour to Brodick on the Isle of Arran and discover Brodick Castle, hiking on Goat Fell, and the Arran whiskey distillery along with scenery-filled walks along the Arran Coastal Way. You also have access to the cities of Glasgow (45 mins by car) and beautiful Edinburgh (under 2 hours by car) with its Old and New Towns.

A well-deserved break in Scotland. EPC Rating: Band F