Guests say
Greenacres Carriage in Maybole offers a delightful stay with stunning views, private hot tub, and attentive owners. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, thoughtful touches like chocolates and Prosecco, and the well-stocked facilities. While there was an issue with the hot tub and swimming pool for one guest, the overall experience is highly regarded, with special mentions of the property's comfort and the extra mile the hosts go to ensure a memorable stay.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews consistently mention the lodge being clean, with excellent changing facilities at the swimming pool, suggesting high standards of cleanliness.
The location is praised for its beautiful views and quiet setting, with daily visits from the cows adding to the charm.
Guests found the lodge comfortable, with plenty of towels, blankets, and a well-stocked wood supply for the hot tub, contributing to a cosy experience.
Facilities are generally well-received, with on-site play parks and a swimming pool. However, one review cites issues with the hot tub and swimming pool availability, leading to a lower score.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident in the special touches like chocolates and Prosecco on arrival. While these gifts are warmly appreciated, they are personal gestures and not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Greenacres Carriage is a converted railway carriage sitting on the Ranch Holiday Park in Maybole, South Ayrshire. Equipped with a wood-fired hot tub .Greenacres Carriage is a wonderful escape for a couple looking to spend some time in this part of Scotland. Internally, the carriage features a studio-style open-plan layout, boasting a surprisingly well-appointed kitchen with electric oven and 2-ring hob, microwave, and fridge with ice box, ensuring you can whip up hearty dishes. Take a seat on the sofa and flick on the Smart TV, catching up on your favourite shows, or step outside and relish in the garden space, taking a dip in the woodfired hot tub as you appreciate the far-reaching country views. As the night rolls in, climb into the double bed and catch up on your sleep. Take a wander into the local town of Maybole to find your nearest amenities, including a host of pubs, restaurants, and tea rooms, as well as a choice of shops for selecting fresh ingredients. Visit the impressive 19th century town hall and an equally stunning castle, the perfect adventure for any history lover. Nine miles away lies the coastal town of Ayr, home to a selection of shops where you can pick up souvenir to take home or enjoy a day of retail therapy, or head to the beach and enjoy sandcastle building and, on a clear day, admire beautiful views of Ailsa Craig. If you fancy a day of outdoor adventure, the Galloway Forest Park is filled with picturesque forest trails, wonderful wildlife, and exhilarating mountain bike routes. Escape the rush of everyday life and experience Scottish beauty with a holiday at Greenacres Carriage.
Maybole, the ancient capital of Carrick, has a recorded history dating back to the 1100s. The high street is especially striking, with its imposing 19th Century town hall and impressive Maybole Castle, believed to date back to 1560. Once an area famous for shoe manufacturing, the village now affords a variety of shops and pubs, and a rather quirky parish church of prominent orange stone. The wonderful Ayrshire coastline is within easy reach, whilst the busy market town of Ayr, the capital of Burns Country, with its host of amenities, is just 5 miles away. Galloway Forest, a mere 10 miles away, provides excellent walking opportunities, and captivating Culzean Bay, with its grand castle and delightful gardens, is within a 12 mile drive. A wonderful, peaceful location, perfectly located for exploring the beautiful West coast of Scotland.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Studio-style layout with double bed, kitchenette, and sitting area.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
central heating.
Electric oven and 2-ring gas hob, microwave, fridge with ice box.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking.
Patio with wood-fired hot tub and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.9 miles.
Note: Limited headroom in shower, take care.
Note: This is an adult-only property.
Note: Steps to the exterior.
Note: The owner supplies a starter pack of logs for the hot tub, guests would need to purchase additional logs if needed
Reviews (5)
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Gareth
Beautiful views from the balcony & hot tub was great, lovely quiet location with a visit from the cows in the evenings.
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Ashley
Beautiful views, lots of privacy and excellent facilities. Thank you Vi for the best stay! We stayed over valentines and Vi went the extra mile to make sure our stay was special. We were always well stocked up with wood for the hot tub, plenty of towels/blankets, the little details with chocolates and Prosecco upon arrival was very thoughtful and very much appreciated. Would not hesitate to book again!
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June
We tried to fire up the hot tub and followed the instructions. We were told that it took 30 minutes to heat up, we checked after 30,45 and 1 hour but the water was stone cold. This basically meant sitting watching TV for 2 days which we could do at home, we decided to head home and the co owner agreed to refund us £200. We were advised that his wife would contact us to arrange this later that day, no one phoned, I called back the following day and spoke to her son who said he would get his mother to call us we are still waiting. We were contacted by Sykes who said the refund had been removed and we could have 2 nights free, given that the owner didn't have the courtesy to call us we rejected their offer. Sykes basically stated that there was nothing else they would do and when I requested their CEO email address again I didn't get the courtesy of a response. Wouldn't use them again and will ensure that none of my family and friends do either. Case of we have your money and don't care. Can I also point out that the swimming pool is still showing as available on Sykes site- False advertising.