Monkwood House
Minishant, near Ayr
Ayrshire
Property ID UKGBUKC1157
Courses – Kilmarnock (Barassie) GC, Royal Troon, Prestwick St. Nicholas, Prestwick St. Cuthbert, Trump Turnberry & Dalmilling GC
At Kilmarnock Barassie Links, follow in the footsteps of many Major Winners who have tested their game on the Links over the years. Prestwick St Nicholas Golf Club is the 26th oldest Golf Club in the world. Old Tom Morris, winner of four Open Championships, was a founding/honorary member of the club, a traditional Scottish links golf course occupying a prime position on the shores of the Firth of Clyde. Designed in 1963 by JR Stutt, St Cuthbert is a fabulous Parkland course, with picturesque fairways, challenging layout and excellent greens. The world famous Royal Troon which is part of the prestigious Open rota, is quite simply a must play for any golfing enthusiast. With two incredible golf courses, one being the famous Ailsa course, Trump Turnberry offers a golfing experience of the highest possible calibre both in terms of course condition, level of challenge and guest experience. Dalmilling is a delightful parkland course set in the heart of Burn’s Country.
7 night Price
Property Description
Enjoy a taste of the good life in this beautiful country house, with extensive grounds and spacious accommodation it’s perfect for a family get together.
This Georgian, listed, detached country house offers beautifully presented and spacious accommodation and benefits from a large indoor heated swimming pool, and is situated within the owners’ private estate with river and woodland walks direct from the door. Nestled in the heart of Burns’ Country, and close to the village of Alloway, the area is steeped in tradition and history. Fans of Burns will be able to visit many attractions including Burns Cottage, the Burns Memorial Museum and the Brig o’Doon – the bridge from the famous poem Tam o’Shanter.
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 teeming with wildlife, including red squirrels, deer, otters and seals. Inland, there are gardens and castles to visit and activities such as riding and racing. The many golf courses include the world famous Turnberry Course which is close at hand and also has a fantastic spa and outdoor centre. Culzean Castle (owned by the National Trust for Scotland) is spectacular and is Ayrshire’s most popular tourist attraction.
Day trips to Ireland can be taken from Cairnryan, and a short drive leads to Ayr, a traditional seaside town. Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh are perfect for a day out, as is Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with ferry links to the islands of Arran, Bute and Cumbrae all within easy reach. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
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Lower Ground Floor:
Living room 1: With open fire, 37’’ Freeview TV, DVD player and CD player.
Study.
Kitchen: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
Breakfast room (accessed via kitchen).
Utility room: With freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Bedroom 1: With double bed and en-suite wet room with toilet.
Spiral stairs to…
Ground Floor:
Living room 2: With open fire and wooden floor.
Dining room: With wooden floor.
Separate toilet 1.
Separate toilet 2.
Spiral stairs to…
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: With super kingsize bed and en-suite with shower cubicle and toilet.
Bedroom 3: With kingsize bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, bidet and toilet.
Bedroom 4: With double bed.
Bedroom 5: With ¾ double bed.
Bedroom 6: With ¾ double bed.
Bathroom 1: With Jacuzzi bath, shower cubicle, toilet and tiled floor.
Spiral stairs to…
Second Floor:
Bedroom 7: With kingsize bed.
Bedroom 8: With kingsize bed.
Bathroom 2: With bath (no toilet).
Separate toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for open fires included. Cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. 3-acre lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 200-acre landscaped natural grounds with woodland (shared with the owner). Indoor heated swimming pool (private, 11m x 5m, depth 1.10m – 1.40m) with changing, sauna and shower facilities. Bike store. Private parking for 10 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced river in the grounds 140m and a fenced pond 170m away. Fireworks are not allowed in the garden/grounds of this property.
- Features
Bike Store – Wifi – Swimming Pool – Pets Not Allowed – Golf Nearby – Coastal Within 5 Miles – Detached Property – Parking Onsite