Guests say
South Steading is a spacious and comfortable cottage with stunning views and a large garden, ideal for both relaxation and exploring local attractions. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, cosy log fire, and hot tub, making it a home from home. While some guests noted issues with cleanliness, the majority found the property clean and welcoming.
Most guests found South Steading clean and comfortable. However, one review highlighted concerns with cleaning standards, mentioning areas that required attention. This seems to be an isolated incident, as other reviews do not report similar issues.
The cottage is praised for its good location, offering fabulous views in a quiet, rural setting, yet within a short drive to amenities. Its proximity to attractions and local towns like West Kilbride and Largs is appreciated by guests.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as comfortable and relaxing, with a real home from home feel. The spacious layout, comfortable beds, and cosy log fire contribute to a very positive experience.
The property is well-equipped with a useful utility room, open plan living space, and a hot tub. Some guests mentioned the hot tub's privacy and the need to heat it up, but overall, the facilities are well-received.
While guests mention a welcome pack, the contents are not consistently described, and there is no clear indication of the thoughtfulness behind them. As such, it is not possible to accurately assess this category.
About this property
Relax in luxury in a delightful, detached barn situated on a small farm, surrounded by stunning views of the coastline and Arran. It offers couples and families the opportunity to explore coastal north Ayrshire.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, gas, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder available locally. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. . Enclosed back garden with BBQ. Log fired Hot tub for 6 (Private). Hot tub is log fired. no chemicals only fresh water and can heat hotter than an electric tub. Alll logs provided. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. South Steading is located on a small farm, on the outskirts of West Kilbride; Scotland’s first accredited Craft Town. It’s been lovingly converted by the owners, with views overlooking the surrounding countryside, you can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings whilst having village amenities only a short 5 min drive away.
Converted by the owners, South Steadings is rich in character with traditional stone floors. All on one level, the barn offers a high standard of comfort throughout and is a great choice at any time of the year. Ideal for couples or families, there are three bedrooms with welcoming cosy beds, a king-size bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower room, a double room and a twin served by a stylish family bathroom with bath & shower over. The large open plan living/kitchen/diner is a great social space with a log burner to keep you warm whatever the weather!
Perfect for families, there’s a large enclosed garden with Log fired Hot Tub, log cabin, plenty of toys/books to occupy the kids plus a travel cot & highchair available. Storage space for outdoor gear, bikes and kayaks in private barn storage. Dogs are most welcome who will also enjoy the enclosed garden, with an outside tap, ideal for giving them a bath or cool down!
Just 2 miles from South Steading, is the pretty seaside town of West Kilbride with fantastic views across the water to Arran and surrounding islands. Designated Scotland’s first Craft Town, visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll around the village where they will find a range of cafes, mini galleries, a dedicated craft centre, pubs and gift shops. Also offering the more practical elements for your holiday such as a post office, small supermarkets and a railway station.
Ayrshire is famous worldwide for golf and offers world class championship courses at Turnberry, Royal Troon and Prestwick. The West Kilbride Golf Club offers a championship links course located in Seamill, 3 miles from the farm.
Largs and Ardrossan are popular seaside towns, 8 miles and 7 miles away respectively, where there are watersports offered. Sandy beaches in Seamill. The Firth of Clyde has excellent sailing with yachting clubs and marinas at Ardrossan,Largs, Inverkip and Troon. There are also good opportunities for hill walking and mountain biking, field sports including horse riding, shooting and fishing. Visitors will enjoy visiting the historic castles at Portencross, Hunterston and Law Castle and enjoy the views from the local Tarbert Hill and Law Hill.
Ferries from Ardrossan a short distance from the barn take you to isle of Arran and short ferry hop from Largs to the small island of Cumbrae to visit the only town on the island, Millport for an icecream or enjoy a cycle, 11miles around the whole island.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (11)
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Gemma Plowright
A beautiful cottage in a fabulous location if you like being a little bit further out of the hussle and bussle. Amazing property, lovely and clean and the owners were fantastic, so helpful if we needed anything. Not far to drive to explore beautiful areas of Scotland like Loch Lomond. Would highly recommend a stay at South Steading
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Sharon
Fabulous place to stay at.South Steadings we would book again and again.It's certainly value for money.The very large living area with its kitchen, and dining erea, is the place you'll spend most of your time if it's winter around the log fire, it's so comfortable the whole house is warm, and the kitchen has everything you'll need.The 3 bedrooms are a good size and with having 2 toilets combined with showers one a walk in, and a bath this was ideal. Lovely garden was so peaceful, and the view looking out to the water and Arran took our breath away, you'll spend most of your time out here in the spring, summer and be able to use the hot tub.I could keep going on about South Seadings, but if your looking at it, it's best to book it and you'll have a warm and welcoming stay just as we did, and the owners are so helpful.
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Pamela McGlashan
We had a great stay here. Cottage was lovely, extremely clean. The log fire made it very cosy in the evening.Our hosts were extremely nice and couldn't be more helpful.Lovely quiet area but plenty of shops etc. nearby. We hope to be back.