Guests say
Gowanhill is praised for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and beautiful garden with wildlife. The location is superb, near the beach and local amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, cosy log burner, and games room, though some minor maintenance issues are noted. The property is ideal for families and dogs, offering a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Reviews consistently mention the property as spotlessly clean, well-maintained, and tidy, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The property's location is frequently highlighted as superb, with proximity to the beach and local shops, as well as offering lovely views, making it an ideal base for a holiday.
Guests find the property comfortable, spacious, and cosy, especially with features like the log burner and underfloor heating. However, some mention the garden is not fully secure for dogs, slightly affecting the comfort score.
The property is well-equipped with a kitchen, BBQ, and games room. Some minor damaged items and issues with hot water are mentioned, indicating room for improvement in maintenance.
While guests express overall satisfaction, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this score cannot be provided.
About this property
A great coastal property with superb views over the bay..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Games Room: Table Tennis, Pool Table, Smart TV
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Single (2ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Cabin Single (3ft) Bed, Cabin Single (3ft) Bed, Cabin Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Air source heat pump heating (underfloor on ground floor), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair.. Front garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. With stunning views over Whiting Bay, Gowanhill is the ideal property for friends and family alike to enjoy a fantastic island escape. Situated in the village of Whiting Bay with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and a useful range of small independent shops. Local amenities include Arran Art gallery with a pretty courtyard garden, a golf course, pitch and putt, and community activities throughout the season. A family-friendly forestry trail leads to the spectacular Glenashdale Falls and the prehistoric Giant’s Graves.
For refreshments, the local cafés offer a vibrant spots for morning coffee and a tasty bite. There is a local bar at Eden Lodge is in walking distance. The nearby village of Lamlash provides safe anchorage for visiting yachts and the pier is a hub of activity. For a unique experience, take a small ferry over to the Holy Isle and you will discover a friendly Buddhist community, where animals roam freely, including Saanen goats and Eriskay ponies. Lamlash Bay also offers sea kayaking and powerboat trips, so you can explore the bay at your own pace.
Wildlife is in abundance throughout the island, including sunbathing seals, red deer and red squirrels, and you can take a boat trip to see minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises. The island of Arran is always referred to as Scotland in miniature with a landscape of rolling green hills, spectacular sea views and stunning mountain vistas. Arran truly has something for everyone from the impressive Brodick Castle and Gardens, a tour round the Arran Distillery or a visit to the cheese shop and Arran Aromatics. A ferry can be taken from Lochranza to Claonaig to explore the Kintyre Peninsula.
Free WiFi
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
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: NA00143F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (13)
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Lesley Shaw
Our family stayed here for Christmas this year, there were 8 of us and everyone loved it and had an amazing time!Arran is just amazing, there’s plenty to do and some great places to eat.We had Christmas dinner in the property and had everything we needed to cook a Christmas dinner for 8.We would recommend and will likely return ourselves at some point in the future.One thing I would recommend to the owners though is to provide a bigger tree for Christmas, most families I think would prefer a full size tree 🌲
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Catriona
Our second stay at Gowanhill. Perfect for a winter break- lovely and cosy and well equipped. Loved the log burner, the underfloor heating and the games room. The beach and the view are gorgeous. Handy to have the local store for essentials and treats and nice coffee.Needed to contact cottages.com and the issues were dealt with very quickly by lovely tradespeople. Hope to visit again next year.
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Sheila McKell
We’ve stayed here a few times. Perfect for large group. Kitchen is well stocked with every type of plate, bowl, pan, etc. Not all rentals are! Beds are comfy. WiFi is great! Excellent walks in the area for dogs. Cute shops nearby. Overall, great place to stay on Arran!