Discover the serene beauty of the Ayrshire countryside with a stay at a luxurious lodge nestled near the picturesque Arran Hills. Your retreat promises tranquillity and relaxation, with each accommodation boasting a private hot tub and enclosed decking, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
These holiday lodges cater to various group sizes, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. The lodges are designed to accommodate different numbers of people, with options available for both small and large parties. The interiors exude a sense of luxury, making them an ideal choice for those seeking a high-end getaway.
Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply in need of a peaceful escape, these lodges offer a sublime setting. The surrounding area is ripe for discovery, offering activities such as cycling, horse-riding, and picturesque walks. Witness the local wildlife or engage in the many leisure activities available nearby.
With a focus on providing a memorable experience, these lodges are not just a place to stay but a destination in themselves. The combination of comfort, luxury, and the great outdoors ensures a holiday that will leave you refreshed and rejuvenated.
Cosy open plan pod. One double bed. Shower. Lovely kitchen area with an open plan lounge featuring a comfortable sofa bed that allows an additional sleeping for two. French doors leading out onto enclosed decking area. Hot tub.
A well-presented larger pod with one double bedroom and one twin with 2 single beds. Sofa bed in lounge (for alternative sleeping) Shower room. Open plan kitchen/dining/living area. French doors leading onto enclosed decking area. Hot tub.
Well presented lodge with two double bedrooms, one with en suite shower. Shared bathroom with bath and shower. open-plan living and dining area. well-equipped kitchen with centre island, dishwasher and utility area. Hot tub. Perfect for a romantic escape or family getaway.
Spacious lodge with one double bedroom with en suite shower and one twin. Full bathroom. well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher. Lounge area with dining area. Enclosed decking with outdoor hot tub. One dog allowed. Perfect for a family getaway.
A well-presented larger pod with one double bedroom, one single bedroom with 1 single bed, and a single sofa bed in the living room. Shower room. Open plan kitchen/dining/living area. French doors leading onto enclosed decking area. Hot tub.
During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.
| Service | Distance (miles) | Postcode |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | 2.5 miles - Postcode | |
| Train station | 2 miles - Postcode | |
| Pub | 1 mile - Postcode | |
| Dog walk | 1.5 miles - Postcode | |
| Supermarket | 2 miles - Postcode | |
| Indian takeaway - Name | 2.5 miles - Postcode | |
| Chinese takeaway - Name | 2 miles - Postcode | |
| Italian takeaway - Name | 2.5 miles - Postcode |
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Arran Hills, with real driving times.
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Scotland's Theme Park beside Strathclyde Park, with roller coasters, a tropical house, glow-in-the-dark bowling and soft play.
M&D's is an amusement park in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, bordering Strathclyde Park. It has two roller coasters, including Runaway Mine Train and the children's Big Apple, plus thrill rides such as Air Raid and a pirate ship, and Moby's Revenge, a three-lane dinghy water slide. Younger children have their own junior rides, including trampolines.
Tip: Check the park's website for opening times before you go, as hours differ between attractions.
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A 14th century Kilmarnock castle with arms, armour and early musical instruments, set in a 200-acre country park.
Dean Castle is a 14th century stronghold in Kilmarnock, once home to the Boyd family, who were lords of Kilmarnock for over 400 years. The keep dates from around 1350 and has walls two to three metres thick. Inside, the Great Hall displays collections of arms and armour, while the solar holds early musical instruments.
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Glasgow's best-loved free museum, with 22 galleries covering art, animals, Ancient Egypt and Mackintosh.
Kelvingrove is a major art gallery and museum in Glasgow's West End, set in Kelvingrove Park. The Spanish Baroque building opened in 1901, and its 22 galleries display over 8,000 objects. The collections range from natural history, Egyptian antiquities and armour to Scottish history, design and Charles Rennie Mackintosh, plus one of Europe's great civic art collections.
Tip: Download the floor plan or the free digital guide before you go, to pick out the must-see objects first.
Sat nav: KA1 3BU
Ayrshire's largest museum and gallery in Kilmarnock, with big touring exhibitions, natural history displays and a tearoom.
The Dick Institute in Kilmarnock opened in 1901 and houses the largest museum and gallery spaces in Ayrshire, alongside East Ayrshire's central library. Its main gallery hosts major touring exhibitions, often in partnership with national institutions such as the V&A and National Galleries Scotland, and it has been described as "Scotland's finest municipal gallery".
Tip: The venue is signposted once you are in Kilmarnock, with car parking around it and town centre parking a 5-minute walk away.
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A 14th-century royal tower house on a hilltop between Kilmarnock and Troon.
Dundonald Castle is a fortified tower house on a hill above the village of Dundonald, between Kilmarnock and Troon in South Ayrshire. It was built for Robert II on his accession to the throne of Scotland in 1371, and he and his son Robert III used it as a royal residence. The tower still dominates the hill.
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Glasgow's award-winning museum holds 6,000 years of art and history, set in Pollok Country Park.
The Burrell Collection is a museum in Glasgow that houses the art collection of Sir William Burrell, a shipping magnate, and his wife Constance, Lady Burrell. It spans 6,000 years of art and history, with highlights including Rodin's The Thinker, Rembrandt's Self Portrait, a Degas portrait, a Ming Dynasty meiping vase and a tapestry of a falcon fighting a heron.
Tip: Pick up the museum's top 30 objects list and head for those first, then explore Pollok Country Park next door.
Sat nav: KA7 4PQ
Step inside the thatched cottage in Alloway where Scotland's national poet, Robert Burns, was born.
Burns Cottage is the birthplace of Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet, who was born here in 1759. Built by his father, William Burnes, in 1757, it is a long, low, thatched building of clay with four rooms, set on the main street of Alloway in South Ayrshire. It forms part of the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum.
Tip: Head for the kitchen alcove first to see the bed box where Burns was born.
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Scotland's oldest public museum, with mummies, meteorites, Roman relics and Mackintosh in Glasgow's West End.
The Hunterian is the oldest public museum in Scotland, run by the University of Glasgow on its main campus in the West End. It is a group of venues rather than a single building, and holds over a million items, from meteorites to mummies and Mackintosh.
Tip: The venues are spread across the campus and beyond, so check the Hunterian's website for each venue's opening times and any temporary closures before you go.
Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
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38 reviews from guests who stayed at Arran Hills
Filthy and not fit for purpose
Really enjoyed our stay - the place was lovely and were already planning to return soon!
Lovely stay at the cottage, super friendly hosts and the jacuzzi was a real treat! We loved it.
Really enjoyed the walk, the fields were beautiful and having the dogs there was a bonus! Great day!
We had a lovely stay at this cottage! The place was spotless and well stocked, making everything super easy. Loved the dog-friendly walks just outside the door and meeting the farm animals, especially Penelope the pig, was a highlight. The host was really friendly and quick to reply. Definitely coming back, great value! Highly recommend.
We needed a chill weekend for the dogs and ourselves and it was spot on. Lovely place, close to pubs and scenic walks. The dogs loved it so much, they didnt want to leave the car! Brilliant stay.
It was pretty standard, but honestly, the weather was lovely so we didnt hang around much. The hot tub was a real plus! No outdoor seating, so we grabbed a couple of chairs from a nearby supermarket - they worked fine, no fuss at all.
This place really is a good place. The hot tub was a highlight, perfect for unwinding. The property is well stocked and peaceful, just what we needed. The hosts are lovely too, couldnt recommend it enough! Definitely a spot to return to.
Great stay, the place had everything we could possibly need!
We had a fantastic stay! Sharon and Robert really went out of their way to make us feel at home, which we appreciated a lot. The place was spotlessly clean, super comfy and perfect for our dog Archie - felt totally secure. The location was just right, with loads of lovely walks nearby. We definitely left feeling refreshed and relaxed, it was exactly what we needed. Would happily come back!
We had such a great stay! The cottage was spotless and had everything we needed, plus the hot tub was a real treat. The peaceful location was perfect for relaxing and exploring some lovely walks nearby. Honestly, we loved every minute of it!
We stayed at this charming little cottage and honestly, it was perfect for what we wanted. The peaceful setting was just what we needed to unwind. The hot tub was a real highlight and the place was spotless with all the bits we needed. Definitely coming back!
We loved staying here! The house was charming, nestled in such a peaceful countryside. The courtyard was lovely for relaxing and the hot-tub really made it special. Perfect for walks too!
We stayed at this place during a rainy December and honestly, the house was spot on! Its really well kitted out and super cosy, which was just what we needed. The bath was lovely and the shower was a decent size. The location is perfect if your dogs hate fireworks - total peace and quiet. And despite the plane noise, it didnt bother us at all. Thanks a lot!
We had such a lovely stay! The place was spot on and the hosts made us feel really welcomed and looked after. Everything was thought through, making our holiday totally enjoyable. Already looking forward to returning!
Absolutely loved our stay! The owners really went above and beyond to make everything perfect. Highly recommended to friends!
We've been here twice now and absolutely love it. Already planning to return this year. Told our friends about it too-they're heading in February, can't wait!
We had an amazing stay at this lovely cottage! The owners are genuinely warm and helpful, making us feel right at home. The place is super cosy, with a charming half-timbered style that really adds character. The shower was powerful and the bed was so comfy we didnt want to get up! Parking right next to the cottage is a real bonus and its spotlessly clean. Perfect spot for scenic walks to Thaxted and exploring nearby villages. Well definitely come back!
We just got back from a really nice four-night stay at this cottage. The owners were super helpful but didnt bother us at all, which was great. The big fenced garden was perfect for our dog to run around. The place had everything we needed and the hot tub was absolutely brilliant! Wed definitely come back and have already recommended it to friends. Thanks for a lovely break!
We really enjoyed our stay here! The hosts went above and beyond with their friendliness and helpfulness. The place was perfect - everything you could need. Such a lovely spot, were already planning to come back!
We loved staying here! The cottage was super cosy and perfectly tucked away for some peace, yet close enough to get to local shops easily. The hot tub and underfloor heating made it really special. Rob, Sharon and Bonnie were lovely hosts. Can't wait to return soon!
We love visiting in November-so peaceful and perfect for relaxing away from it all.
We loved the peaceful stay, perfect for dogs with the fully enclosed garden, truly relaxing!
Perfect size for us and very comfy too.
We really enjoyed our stay at Ballard Pod 4. The space was perfect for four of us and the hot tub was a lovely touch. Itd be great if there were a dustpan and brush, plus some hooks for coats and towels. Still, we had a lovely time!
We absolutely loved our stay at Goddard Mead! The cottage had everything we needed and the walks right from the doorstep were perfect. The hosts made us feel so welcome, really lovely people!
We didn't get the original room we booked because of a last-minute change, but honestly, if it was an upgrade, we're pretty happy it happened. Made the trip a bit more special!
Our accommodation was changed just before we arrived so we cant comment on what we had booked but to be honest, if this was an upgrade I'm glad this occurred.
We had such a lovely stay! The cottage was spotlessly clean and so well stocked, making everything really easy. The dog walks right outside were perfect for our pups. The host was super friendly and quick to reply. Meeting the farm animals, especially Penelope the pig, was a real highlight. Well definitely return, great value for money!
This place is a real good place! Perfectly tucked away so you're peaceful, but still near shops and cafes. The hot tub is fantastic after a day out and the underfloor heating in the bathroom is a nice touch. Rob, Sharon and Bonnie are such lovely hosts-well be back soon!
Out lodge was spotless & staff friendly & helpful
Excellent lodge and loved how quiet the area was. My only advice is to take your own outdoor chairs. Unlike the photos there is no place to sit outside and the dining chairs were not comfy.
Couldn't recommend a stay here more. Quiet apart from my children and they had a ball, they loved the hot tub. They played in our little bit of garden and we were completely left alone. Staff were very helpful and always at hand when needed. Cabin was modern clean and a peaceful private good value break. Definitely recommend and definitely go back. 10 out of 10 from this family.
Nice relaxing break. Perfect location hidden away and nice to come back to when we've been out round Scotland to Glasgow and Edinburgh
Absaloutly amazing thank you we will be back
Fantastic 4 days away . It's says pod but I would call it a micro lodge , the pictures are spot on with what you get . It has only just opened so all is brand new and a couple of lodges were just being finished. Hot tub was excellent and for short break had plenty of room . Good oven and full size fridge freezer and bathroom bigger than static caravan . Had a great time on the beaches nearby plenty to go to and lots of superstores .
Thank you very much Arran hills hope to see you again
Had an excellent stay. Lodge was very clean and well equipped. Highly recommend.
We had a fantastic time -a perfect place to relax!
