Superb, detached Victorian country house | The House of Machrie - Dougarie Estate, Near Blackwaterfoot, Isle of Arran
Fabulous coastal views | The House of Machrie - Dougarie Estate, Near Blackwaterfoot, Isle of Arran
Cottage
Near Blackwaterfoot, Isle of Arran
UK11952

Dougarie Estate - The House of Machrie

License or Registration number: NA00366F
  • Sleeps up to 14
  • 7 bedrooms
  • 6 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed
Pets stay free
Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site

5

out of 5

This stunning property is perfect for a family celebration, with a conservatory overlooking the sea, a games room and a large enclosed garden.
Dougarie is a traditional sporting estate and working farm bringing a sustainable and modern direction to green energy production, agriculture, forestry, nature conservation and game management. It offers a multitude of activities to be enjoyed by all. As one of the most southerly of the Scottish Isles, Arran encapsulates the grandeur and majesty of Scotland, but all packaged within an accessible area 19 miles long by 10 miles wide. Your holiday adventure begins on the ferry from Ardrossan with views of Goat Fell, Brodick Castle and the spiritual Holy Isle.

The House of Machrie is a substantial, detached Victorian country house set in beautiful surroundings with fabulous coastal views across the Kilbrannan Sound to the Mull of Kintyre. Built over 100 years ago as the principal farmhouse on the island, it encapsulates Scottish architecture through the ages with crow stepped roof gables and a circular tower, which houses the main staircase. It is surrounded by mature trees to the rear and overlooks its former kitchen garden and farmland. It has been renovated and modernised to a very high standard, highlighting the charm of this stunning house. Outside there is a stone barn that has been converted into a games room with a table tennis table and a pool table amongst other things and is the perfect space to keep younger guests entertained on wet days.

Whilst you are staying at Dougarie Estate, there are a number of activities offered which guests can enjoy. Fishermen will be in their element, with fly-fishing for salmon and sea trout on the River Iorsa, mackerel fishing and lobster potting boat trips as well as private fishing tuition. Guests can also learn to shoot with both clay pigeon shooting and small-bore rifle target practise offered. Photography workshops for all levels of experience can be arranged, and for the keen chefs amongst you, salami and sausage making classes are also available. If you fancy a bit of pampering, there are two beauty therapists locally who will do home visits for nails, facials and other beauty treatments.

If you are looking for a more active holiday, there is the estate run 9-hole links course at Machrie and golf passes can be arranged prior to your arrival. There is also an all-weather tennis court at the golf club where adult and children’s rackets can be hired. If you want to get out and about, bespoke nature tours and whisky distillery tours can also be booked. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
House of Machrie can be booked together with The Towers (ref UK11954) to accommodate up to 22 guests.
Ground Floor:
Living room: (No TV), Open Fire
Dining room.
Kitchen: 2 x Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, 2 x Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Living room 2: 43" Smart TV, Open Fire
Conservatory.
Bedroom 1: (2 Steps), Zip And Link Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 5: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 6: Zip And Link Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 7: Zip And Link Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for open fires included. Cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. External games room with table tennis and pool table (private). Large enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 25,000-acre natural unspoilt grounds with woodland (shared with other properties on-site). 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (working farm). Fishing on-site. Bike store. Private parking for 8 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a borehole.
EPC Rating = E

Features

Coastal Within 1 Mile
Cot Available
Cycle Store
Decorated at Christmas
Detached Property
Dishwasher
Enclosed Garden or Patio
Fishing Nearby
Garden or Patio
Golf nearby
Ground Floor Accommodation
Ground Floor Facilities
Grouped Property
Highchair Available
Level Access
Luxury
Open Fire or Woodburner
Parking - On Site
Pets Allowed
Pets Free of Charge
Rural
Sea View
Shower Cubicle
Washing Machine
Welcome Pack
Wi-Fi
Working Farm

Location

Good to know

Check in and check out times

  • Arrive after 15:00
  • Depart before 10:00

Pets

  • 2 pets allowed

Car parking

  • On-site

What's included?

  • Wifi
  • Electricity
  • Bed linen
  • Towels

Smoking

  • No smoking, please

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