Back Overview Features Reviews Days out

Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre, Ayr

Sleeps up to 4

Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre is a self-catering cottage conversion in Maybole, South Ayrshire, on the west coast of Scotland. This is a traditional stone byre a converted farm outbuilding sitting in a quiet rural setting just outside the market town of Maybole. It offers a genuinely peaceful countryside stay with easy access to the Ayrshire coast and the famous Carrick Hills.

The surrounding area is classic lowland Scottish countryside. Maybole itself is a historic market town with independent shops and local pubs. The Carrick Hills are right on the doorstep and the coastline at Culzean Bay is just a short drive away.

 

About Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre

Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre is a self-catering cottage conversion in Maybole, South Ayrshire, on the west coast of Scotland. This is a traditional stone byre a converted farm outbuilding sitting in a quiet rural setting just outside the market town of Maybole. It offers a genuinely peaceful countryside stay with easy access to the Ayrshire coast and the famous Carrick Hills.

The surrounding area is classic lowland Scottish countryside. Maybole itself is a historic market town with independent shops and local pubs. The Carrick Hills are right on the doorstep and the coastline at Culzean Bay is just a short drive away. Culzean Castle and Country Park is within easy reach.

The Bottom Byre sleeps a small group and offers comfortable cottage-style accommodation in a converted stone outbuilding with traditional character throughout.

Culzean Castle and Country Park (4 miles / 10 mins), Burns Cottage and Museum in Alloway (8 miles / 15 mins), Crossraguel Abbey (2 miles / 5 mins) and Turnberry Golf Course (9 miles / 20 mins) are all nearby.

Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre suits couples and small families wanting a quiet rural base in South Ayrshire with serious history and coastline nearby.

Check Prices & Availability »

Need To Know

What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Maybole Cottages

Converted stone byre

A genuine farm building conversion with traditional stone walls and real countryside character throughout the property.

Rural Ayrshire location

Set in quiet countryside just outside Maybole with the Carrick Hills and Ayrshire coast both close by.

Culzean Castle nearby

One of Scotland's finest castles is just 4 miles away a proper day out with cliff-top walks and walled gardens.

Burns Country on your doorstep

Robert Burns' birthplace in Alloway is only 8 miles away making this ideal for anyone interested in Scottish history.

Crossraguel Abbey minutes away

The impressive 13th-century Crossraguel Abbey is barely 2 miles from the cottage one of Scotland's best-preserved medieval abbeys.

Peaceful and private setting

The Bottom Byre sits in a genuinely quiet rural spot away from busy roads making it a proper countryside escape.

Getting To Maybole Cottages

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre by car, head into Maybole via the A77 from Ayr or the B7023 from the south. The property sits just outside the town in a rural setting and the postcode KA19 7SB will take you directly there on most sat nav systems.

By Train

Maybole railway station is in the town itself and sits on the Girvan line with direct services to Ayr and Glasgow Central. From the station it is a short taxi ride out to the property.

Accessible via the A77 from Ayr
Maybole railway station (in town)
Postcode KA19 7SB for sat nav

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Culzean Castle and Country Park
Distance: 4 miles
KA19 8LE
Crossraguel Abbey
Distance: 2 miles
KA19 8HQ
Burns Cottage and Museum, Alloway
Distance: 8 miles
KA7 4PQ
Carrick Hills Walking Trails
Distance: 1 mile
KA19 7SB
Culzean Country Park Coastal Walk
Distance: 4 miles
KA19 8LE
Water of Girvan Riverside Path
Distance: 6 miles
KA26 9AH
Maybole Town Centre Shops
Distance: 1 mile
KA19 7DD
Ayr Town Centre
Distance: 9 miles
KA7 1UT
Girvan High Street
Distance: 12 miles
KA26 9HH
Maybole Railway Station
Distance: 1 mile
KA19 7BX
Ayr Bus Station
Distance: 9 miles
KA7 1SP
Prestwick Airport
Distance: 13 miles
KA9 2PL
Culzean Castle and Country Park
Distance: 4 miles
KA19 8LE
Crossraguel Abbey
Distance: 2 miles
KA19 8HQ
Burns Cottage and Museum, Alloway
Distance: 8 miles
KA7 4PQ
Carrick Hills Walking Trails
Distance: 1 mile
KA19 7SB
Culzean Country Park Coastal Walk
Distance: 4 miles
KA19 8LE
Water of Girvan Riverside Path
Distance: 6 miles
KA26 9AH
Maybole Town Centre Shops
Distance: 1 mile
KA19 7DD
Ayr Town Centre
Distance: 9 miles
KA7 1UT
Girvan High Street
Distance: 12 miles
KA26 9HH
Maybole Railway Station
Distance: 1 mile
KA19 7BX
Ayr Bus Station
Distance: 9 miles
KA7 1SP
Prestwick Airport
Distance: 13 miles
KA9 2PL

Is Maybole Cottages Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
The Carrick Hills offer easy walking and open countryside for kids to explore. Culzean Castle and Country Park is 4 miles away with 600 acres of grounds, a beach, adventure playground and castle tours. Crossraguel Abbey ruins are just 2 miles away and make for a hands-on history visit.
Pet Friendly
Pet policy for Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre is not confirmed in the available property details. The rural setting and surrounding countryside would suit dogs well with the Carrick Hills and Culzean Country Park both nearby. Contact the property directly to confirm whether pets are accepted before booking.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Maybole Cottages

The Ladywell Inn, Maybole

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: KA19 7BQ

Culzean Castle Tearoom

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: KA19 8LE

The Carrick Lodge Restaurant, Ayr

Located 9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: KA7 2ST

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Maybole Cottages

Does this lodge have a hot tub?
No, Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre does not have a hot tub. If a hot tub is essential for your stay it is worth checking alternative properties in the Ayrshire area.
Is it pet friendly?
We do not have confirmed pet policy details for The Bottom Byre at this time. We strongly recommend contacting the property directly before booking if you plan to bring a dog or other pet.
Where exactly is The Bottom Byre located?
The property is located near Maybole in South Ayrshire, Scotland, with the postcode KA19 7SB. It sits in a rural setting outside the town with good road access to the coast and surrounding villages.
What is Maybole like as a base?
Maybole is a small market town with local shops, pubs and services within easy reach of the property. It sits between the Carrick Hills and the Ayrshire coast making it well placed for exploring the wider region.
How far is Culzean Castle from the property?
Culzean Castle and Country Park is approximately 4 miles from The Bottom Byre around a 10-minute drive. The park covers 600 acres with cliff-top walks, a walled garden and the castle itself managed by the National Trust for Scotland.
Is Turnberry Golf Course nearby?
Turnberry Golf Course officially Trump Turnberry is around 9 miles from the property, roughly a 20-minute drive along the coast road. It is one of Scotland's most celebrated links courses and has hosted The Open Championship multiple times.
What is the nearest train station?
Maybole railway station is in the town itself and sits on the Girvan line with connections to Ayr and Glasgow Central. This makes the property accessible without a car though hiring one locally will make exploring the area much easier.
What historic sites are close by?
Crossraguel Abbey is just 2 miles away and is one of the best-preserved medieval abbeys in Scotland dating back to the 13th century. Robert Burns' birthplace cottage and museum in Alloway is 8 miles away and is a major draw for anyone interested in Scottish literary history.

Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre Reviews

Leave a Review
Been to Maybole Cottages - The Bottom Byre? Please leave a review and share your holiday experiences.
Name
Month of stay
Year of stay
Review
Unit 5, Heathfield Industrial Estate, Ayr, South Ayrshire, KA8 9SX