Guests say
Chaff House is a charming and tranquil cottage retreat, highly praised for its peaceful rural setting, friendly and helpful host, and delightful farm animals. Guests particularly enjoyed the hot tub, cosy interiors, and thoughtful touches such as welcome treats. The property offers a perfect escape from city life, with easy access to scenic countryside and local attractions. While most reviews are very positive, a few guests noted minor maintenance and accessibility issues. Overall, the cottage provides a restful and memorable stay, ideal for both couples and families seeking relaxation and nature.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, with only one review mentioning issues such as the need for a more thorough clean and some kitchen utensils requiring attention. The majority of feedback did not raise concerns about cleanliness.
The rural location is widely appreciated for its stunning views, tranquillity, and proximity to nature and animals. Some guests mentioned the long single-track road as a challenge, but most felt the peaceful setting was well worth the journey.
Guests consistently described the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and warm, with underfloor heating and a spacious shower. The hot tub and peaceful environment contributed to a relaxing stay, though one review noted accessibility concerns in the wet room for those with disabilities.
The hot tub, well-equipped kitchen, and farm setting were frequently praised. Some minor maintenance issues were mentioned, such as a broken table leg and towel rail, but these did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome baskets, Prosecco, treats, and essentials like tea and coffee. While these gifts are mentioned in several reviews, it should be noted that such gestures are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A perfect getaway for friends and family.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed, Electric Single (3ft) Bed
Wet Room: Shower, Toilet.
Ground source underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Garden with wrap-around decking, sitting-out area, garden furniture, firepit and BBQ. Hot tub for 5 (private). 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (horse farm). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.Please note: Sorry, no hen or stag parties. Families and holidaymakers only.. Set outside the charming Village of Darve, these two lovely properties The Hayloft (ref UK7384) and Chaff House (ref UK7385) are located in rural Ayrshire, providing a superb location for outdoor enthusiasts. The accommodation sits adjacent to and has direct off road access to Whitelee Forest and Windfarm, the UKs largest Windfarm with more than 130 kms of trails to explore on foot, by cycle or by horse. Horse riding and interactive animal sessions with the resident goats, alpacas, donkey, tiny ponies and other animals can be booked separately with the on-site owners.
The Galloway Forest Park is only a 30-minute drive away and is Britain’s largest forest park with three hundred 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, enthusiasts come to wonder at the universe revealed above.
Dalmellington is home to the Scottish Dark Sky Observatory and is only a short drive from the properties.
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.
Ayrshire is home to the Ayrshire Coastal Path, a 100-mile-long coastal walk with one of the finest panoramic coastlines in the British Isles. Crowned with a superb backdrop of the ever-changing profile of the mountains of Arran across the Firth of Clyde, this coastline is steeped in history and teeming with wildlife, including red squirrels, deer, otters and seals and is a haven for bird watchers.
Inland there are gardens and castles to visit, riding, racing 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.
Ayrshire is also known as "Burns’ Country," is steeped in tradition and history. Visit Burns Cottage, The Burns Memorial Museum and the Brig o Doon, the bridge from the famous poem Tam o Shanter. Beach 18 miles. Shop 2 ¾ miles and pub 3 ¼ miles.
Chaff House can be booked together with The Hayloft (UK7384) to accommodate up to 6 guests.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Scottisl Letting Licence EA00072F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (16)
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Confirmed Guest
We had the perfect getaway we both needed to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life! Upon our arrival, someone was there to greet us and provide a warm welcome. They took the time to show us around and offered support whenever we needed assistance. We were delighted to find a complimentary bottle of prosecco and some of the best shortbread we've ever tasted waiting for us. Plus, the cottage was thoughtfully stocked with essentials we had forgotten to bring, such as coffee, tea bags, and sugar.We also brought our little dog, who is usually a bit skittish around other people and animals. However, he was surprisingly captivated by one of the donkeys nearby! After a few curious barks, he enjoyed just standing and watching the donkey for quite some time.We're already planning our next trip back! The cottage had plenty of beds, which made it perfect for a getaway with friends. The shower was another highlight, spacious, with excellent water pressure. Even when the weather turned cold and rainy outside, the cottage remained cosy and warm, making it the perfect sanctuary for relaxing and unwinding after a long day or during rainy moments.We can’t wait to return!
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Sian Wilkins
We loved our stay. Previous reviews moaning about the long country road to the accommodation are unfair - you can’t expect to stay in a place with such wonderful views and scenery without a journey away from the local town to get there. Angela was a great host and has mastered the balance of being on hand if you need anything but not at all imposing. All of the animals are great - watching the horses in the evening from the hot tub was lovely and we always had a daily visit from the beautiful peacock who was very pretty. The lambs were so cute and always happy to see us on our way passed. The Chaff House is lovely and we cooked our dinner most nights. The kitchen is equipped with what you need. We also had takeaway from the Chinese ‘Lucky House’ which was really nice and nipped in to the Railway Inn for a drink - they were very welcoming having only just reopened. Local sites we enjoyed were Glasgow Cathedral and the Necropolis, we enjoyed a day in Edinburgh and saw the castle and we also climbed Loudoun Hill in Darvel which was good fun - very windy at the top! Overall we would recommend the Chaff House and we had a wonderful time.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage , very welcoming. Amazing view’s loved watching the horses