Title: An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. Cottage in Dalry with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. ![Outdoor spa tub - An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. (Dalry, near Skelmorlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83080000/83079600/83079586/c78c8a42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Golf - An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. (Dalry, near Skelmorlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83080000/83079600/83079586/10e647d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. (Dalry, near Skelmorlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83080000/83079600/83079586/cc445c5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. (Dalry, near Skelmorlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83080000/83079600/83079586/205984ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. (Dalry, near Skelmorlie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83080000/83079600/83079586/256ae499.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Holmbyre Smithy, a spacious cottage in Ayrshire, offers the perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. Unwind with family and friends in the enclosed front garden or hot tub for 6 people. Inside, enjoy a woodburner in the living room or cook up a feast in the kitchen equipped with an electric oven and dishwasher. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break.. 3 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Living/dining room: (2 Steps), Smart TV, Woodburner Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. . Enclosed front garden. Back garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a security deposit of £80.. Holmbyre Smithy is a spacious, detached cottage which is situated close to the town of Dalry, in rural Ayrshire with rolling hills and stunning coastline. In a riverside location, the cottage also boasts its very own private hot tub to relax in after a days exploring. 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 steeped in history and teeming with wildlife, including red squirrels, deer, otters and seals, and is a haven for bird watchers. Inland there are gardens and castles to visit, riding, racing and a choice of golf courses, with the world famous Turnberry close to hand. Culzean Castle (owned by the National Trust for Scotland) is spectacular and is Ayrshire’s most popular tourist attraction. Ayrshire is the heart of ’Burns’ Country’, steeped in tradition and history, visit Burns’ Cottage, The Burns’ Memorial Museum and the Brig o’ Doon, the bridge from the famous poem Tam o’ Shanter. Day trips to Ireland can be taken from Cairnryan, whilst a short drive leads to Ayr, a traditional seaside town. Glasgow and Edinburgh are easily reached for a day out. Day trips to Ireland can be taken from Cairnryan. 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. Free WiFi This property has a security deposit of £80, payable directly to the owner. Please contact the owner prior to arrival to arrange the security deposit payment. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102120000/102113000/102112979/ac4b16b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ptarmigan Luxury Lodge apartment with private hot tub Loch Lomond - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Laundry [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=102112979&PinnedHotelID=102112979&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38720000/38715300/38715218/59b22989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### This lovely detached cottage is conveniently set all on one level. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number NA00770F ### Property is also known as su-UK38305-UK38305 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.69469%2C-4.77832&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4eDGol-6vWk0YImqZOq5SEK3t04=) Dalry, near Skelmorlie #### What's nearby - Ardeer Golf Club \- 7 min drive \- 8.5 km - Craft Town Scotland \- 7 min drive \- 7.6 km - Geronimo Sailing Ltd \- 8 min drive \- 9.1 km - The Museum of Ayrshire Country \- 8 min drive \- 10.1 km - Portencross Castle \- 10 min drive \- 10.9 km #### Getting around - Dalry Station - 6 min drive - Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪the kings - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Twa Dugs - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive - ‪Red Squirrel - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break.? ### What time is check-out at An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break.? ### Where is An ideal cottage for friends and family to enjoy a relaxing break. located? ## Have a question? 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