Craigard Cottage in Brodick is praised for its cosy atmosphere, excellent location for exploring Arran, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, spaciousness, and the presence of red squirrels in the garden. The cottage is ideal for families and walkers, with easy access to local amenities and scenic spots. Some guests noted minor maintenance issues, such as tired sofas and low ceilings upstairs, and suggested a few extra homely touches. Overall, the cottage offers a comfortable and enjoyable base for a holiday, with most guests expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found the cottage very clean and well-kept, though a few mentioned issues like dirty or tired sofas and the need for a deep carpet clean. Overall, cleanliness is a strong point with only minor exceptions.
The location is highly praised for its convenience to Brodick, local walks, and attractions. Guests enjoyed the quiet garden and proximity to the sea, with only one mention of difficulty finding the property.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable and cosy, with spacious rooms and good heating. However, some noted low ceilings upstairs, worn-out sofas, and flat pillows, suggesting room for improvement in comfort.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a good kitchen, utility room, and ample parking. Some guests mentioned maintenance issues such as broken furniture, damaged pans, and minor electrical problems, but overall facilities met most needs.
A few guests suggested that small welcoming touches, such as milk or local produce, would enhance the stay. While these are not guaranteed, their absence was noted, and there were no reports of gifts or special extras provided.
Countryside views and easy access to Arran’s spectacular countryside make Craigard Cottage a favourable choice for a relaxing break.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Utility Room: Washer Dryer
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Landing: Games, Toys
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Roll Top Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Central heating (underfloor on the ground floor), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate (top of stairs only). Enclosed rear lawned garden with patio and picnic bench. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 5 steps to the garden and the driveway is shared.. Craigard Cottage is an attractive red sandstone cottage which has been fully renovated to provide a contemporary and stylish self-catering holiday home. The cottage sits in a tranquil setting where the garden is surrounded by trees, and the mountain tops can be seen peeking over the top in the distance. The house has been beautifully decorated and furnished to a high standard and offers a bright and spacious living environment. There is a wood burner in the living room for cooler evenings, or on a warm summer’s day open up the patio doors from the kitchen/dining room and enjoy the spacious patio and rear enclosed lawned garden. This makes an ideal spot for a barbecue or letting the outside in while you dine. While relaxing you can hear the flowing sound of a stream running across the back of the garden where trees give you plenty of privacy and the opportunity to spot red squirrels. This is a tranquil spot to relax and enjoy your holiday. The utility room has a useful space for drying wet outdoor gear, or storing coats, boots and luggage.
Upstairs the master en-suite bedroom allows light to stream in through the two Velux windows making this a lovely and bright space. It overlooks the rear garden and enjoys views towards the mountain tops and sea. The twin room boasts views towards and sea from one window and across countryside from the other. Otters have even been spotted playing in the sea from the bathroom window. The landing area has been transformed into a small play area for children with bean bags and a selection of toys and games for the kids to enjoy.
In front of the cottage is Craegard House which is a large sandstone house that sleeps six and has been renovated to the same style as Craigard Cottage. They share the driveway but both properties have their own parking spaces. Located in the conservation village of Corrie where there is a children’s play area and hotel which serves food and drink to non-residents and regular live music, this is a great location for holidaying on the isle of Arran. It is only 6 miles from the main village of Brodick. For the adventurous the start of the Corrie route to the summit of Goatfell and other walking trails are nearby.
Craigard Cottage can be booked together with Craegard House (UKA426) to accommodate up to 10 guests.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
Bedroom 1 has a low beam (limited headroom).
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
We highly recommend that you book your ferry as soon as possible as ferries get very busy. You can call Calmac on 0800 066 5000. For ferries that travel to Orkney are Northlink Ferries 08001114422 and Pentland Ferries 0800 688 8998.
Scottish Letting Licence No: NA00506F
Confirmed Guest
Great location, weather not so good. Oh well.
Nick
Enjoyed staying at this very comfortable well equipped cottage on Arran.
Rob Woolf
A really nice place to use as a base for a golf trip with my two sons.Kitchen was nice, could maybe have done with some cushions on the kitchen table chairs.Oven very nice.Red squirrels seen a couple of times from the kitchen window.Could do with a bird feeding table in the garden to put nuts on for the squirrels maybe.Fridge/Freezer great.Electrics did trip twice (once upstairs and downstairs) might have just been a dodgy light bulb - took me a while to find the electrics to flip the electric switches back to the up position - they are in the cupboard nearest the utility room door.Overall my kids enjoyed the cottage and said they would go back.
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