self catering holiday cottages and holiday lodges in Straiton, Ayrshire, Scotland near Ayr, Kirkmichael, Brunston Castle and Turnberry golf clubs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Balbeg Self Catering Holiday Lodges are situated in the beautiful countryside of Straiton in South Ayrshire on the edge of the Galloway Forest.

With Balbeg Estate covering 300 acres, visitors can use the space and privacy to relax and unwind or use our lodges as their central location to explore many of Scotland's most popular visitor attractions.

Attractions nearby include:-

- Robert Burn Cottage and Heritage Park
Birthplace and environment that inspired the imagination of Robert Burns, our national bard.


- Culzean Castle and Country Park
One of Scotland’s premier tourist attractions maintained by National Trust for Scotland. Touring the castle, walled garden and country park will keep you amused all day.


- The Galloway Forest Park
Acres of forest, lochs and hills


- Ayr Racecourse
Home of the Scottish Grand National and Ayr Gold Cup


- Ayr Town Centre / Shops
The county town of Ayr next to the sea.


- Turnberry Golf Course
Home of the British Open 2009


- Royal Troon Golf Club
Home of the British Open 2005


- Prestwick Golf Club
Home of the first British Open


 - Gaiety Theatre, Ayr
Traditional Theatre

Other visitor attractions to visit on a day trip include:-

- Edinburgh Castle
Most popular tourist attraction in Scotland


- Stirling Castle
One of Scotland’s grandest castles


- Blair Drummond Safari Park
Safari and adventure park (open summer only)


- Glasgow Science Museum
Hands on science for the kids


- The Royal Yacht Brittania
Visit the Royal Family’s yacht


- The Falkirk Wheel
Worlds first and only rotating boat lift


- Deep Sea World
The national aquarium of Scotland


- Edinburgh Zoo
127 types of animals for you to meet







“A beautiful and tranquil spot, Ayrshire has been a revelation. Peace, perfect peace, a wonderful place for dogs and people alike”
Smith Family – Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire





“Family get together for my 40th birthday. First class place, excellent facilities for the kids, wonderful family – great party weekend”
Davis, Endersley, Raine & O’Callaghan Family – all over England/Scotland
(on Rabbie Burns Lodge)



“Absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed our stay immensely. The facilities are fabulous. We enjoyed the outdoor parks and the long walks – a good time was had by all”.
A Satti (on Balcraig House)



“An absolutely fantastic holiday with great hospitality, lots of lovely walks and days out, plenty for the children to do – we will recommend to all”
Donkins, Hird and Garcia Clan, Hartlepool
(on Doonan's Cottage)



“It has been wonderful. A fab cottage in a great place. You made us feel right at home. Don’t change a thing – will be coming again soon”.
Reynolds Family – Nottingham
(on Foxglove Cottage)


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Balbeg Holiday Lodges / Cottages, Balbeg Estate Straiton KA19 7NN Telephone : 01655 770665