Guests say
Brunston Castle offers a spacious and cosy retreat with stunning lounge areas and well-maintained grounds. Guests have enjoyed the property's comfort, the friendly staff, and the bonus of site facilities. While some found the decor charming and the beds comfortable, others noted areas for improvement, particularly in maintenance and modernisation.
Reviews indicate concerns with cleanliness, including musty odours, damp bed sheets, and mould in the bathroom. However, some guests found the property clean, suggesting inconsistency in standards.
There is insufficient information in the reviews to accurately assess the location of the property, as guests have not commented on its convenience, scenery, or accessibility.
Guests have praised the comfortable beds and cosy atmosphere, but some discomfort was reported due to soft mattresses, musty smells, and dated decor.
The property offers a range of facilities, including a swimming pool and open spaces for children. However, guests reported issues with hot water, appliance instructions, and general maintenance, which detracted from the overall experience.
There are no mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate the level of thoughtfulness put into the guest experience, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Brunston Castle is a superb detached lodge in Dailly, South Ayrshire. Set over a single storey and sleeping up to six guests, Brunston Castle is well-situated for exploring this scenic part of Scotland, within easy reach of Galloway Forest Park and the Ayrshire coast. As you make your way through the lodge park and up to the property, there is a well-kept front lawn and a private driveway for one car. Stepping into the property, there is space to hang coats before exploring the open-plan living space. There is a kitchen area with everything you need to enjoy a self-catering holiday, so rustle up an evening meal and gather round the spacious wooden dining table to enjoy. Alternatively, pick a spot on the sofa after a long day and rest as you watch your favourite shows or head out onto the enclosed decking where you can enjoy a bottle of wine as you watch the sun go down. When the evening draws to a close, head to your chosen bedroom; there are two twin rooms, each with a sweet splash of yellow throughout and great storage space for those who want to make themselves feel at home. There is also a double room, which is a lovely private space after a long day, with it's own en-suite WC. To finish the property, there is a bathroom with a lush spa bath, where you can enjoy a relaxing soak or take a shower to freshen up before another exciting day in Scotland. Brunston Castle is just a short walk away from the shop, pub and café that Dailly village has to offer, whilst the ruins of the Dalquharran Castle stand on a hill overlooking the village. Drive towards the west coast, where you can find a lovely shoreside golf course and a sandy beach at Girvan, as well as the breath-taking 15th century Culzean Castle, which is surrounded by a magnificent deer park. Alternatively, drive a short distance in the opposite direction to explore the scenic Galloway Forest Park, where you can find lots of fishing spots and walking and cycling trails amongst live deer, or enjoy a picnic at the stunning Stinchar Bridge waterfall. Also in driving distance is the town of Ayr, which is home to the historical Wallace Tower and Miller's Folly, a popular racecourse with live events, and a sandy beach, which is surrounded by shops, bars, eateries and an entertainment centre. For a memorable trip to this gorgeous part of Scotland, choose Brunston Castle. EPC Rating: Band F
Dailly is home to the ruins of the Robert Adam-designed Dalquharran Castle, as well as a pub, shop, post office and the series of Dailly Trails which make for ideal walking routes. Dailly’s is nearby the Ayrshire coast so it is an ideal base for exploring the golf courses, beaches and castles, including the amazing Culzean Castle. Away from the coast you can discover the Galloway Forest Park with its scenic walks and cycle rides.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite basin and WC, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with spa bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV, WifI.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private driveway parking for one car.
Front garden with lawn, and rear enclosed decking with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.6 miles Please note: This property accepts a max of 6 people including infants.
Note: Arrival time from 4pm
Reviews (13)
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Carolyn
Thick cobwebs above curtains and corner of floors and behind bed,which we had to move to get access to switch socket. Found 3 lge spiders. Door to lge bathroom door handle was so loose I got locked in as lock mechanism wdnt work. No label on switch to let you know which to use for hot water in kitchen. Bedroom closest to toilet, curtains had 4 missing hooks so didn't block out daylight in mornings. Pool was nice but cood av been warmer. Two of our Grandkids ended up with bad coughs by end of hols. Food choice very poor considering no other restaurant for miles. At 5pm only 2 types of paninis and pizza available . None of the above spoiled holiday but need rectified for next tenant.
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Agnes
! Would definitely recommend this to everyone (already have )
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Anne
The bathroom really needs updated as do the carpets. The flow of the shower is poor and the bath creaks and there is a dip in it. It's described as having 2 bathrooms- it doesn't. It has one bathroom and a separate toilet which was described as ensuite- it isn't. It's outside the double bedroom. We left after a few days as to top it off one of the sockets sparked when putting off the switch. Maintenance came the first time and changed the socket but it happened the next day and was reported again but we had decided to leave by then. We put in a complaint to sykes who have failed to respond, also to the owner.