Cumnock, self-catering holiday cottages, barns, rural retreats and lodges to rent in Ayrshire, Scotland

Escape to the village of Cumnock in Ayrshire on a self-catering break.  With a good selection of shops and restaurants, Cumnock is an attractive village with stone-built houses.

Advice on Cottage Holidays in Cumnock

Best Places to Visit on a Self-Catering Break in Cumnock

• It’s easy to take day trips out to the seaside from Cumnock, with both Ayr and Troon not too far away.
   
• The seaside town of Ayr is home to a beautiful beach, a pleasant esplanade and good selection of shops, and is just 15 miles from Cumnock.
   
• For more days out by the seaside, head to the coastal town of Troon with its world famous golf club, beach with beautiful views, and busy marina, 20 miles away.  The sandy beach of Barassie beach close to Troon is also well worth a visit.
   
• Keen literary and history buffs will want to visit Alloway village.  This village is where Burns Cottage, the Robert Burns birthplace museum is found. Protected by the National Trust for Scotland, visit to learn more about the life and works of this famous Scottish poet, and where Robert Burns spent his first few years.
   
• For walks and outdoor pursuits, head to Galloway Forest Park, 20 miles from Cumnock.

Also worth a visit whilst holidaying in this part of Scotland is Drumlanrig Castle and Gardens, where you can book a tour of this historic castle, keep the little ones entertained with its adventure playground for kids, spot wildlife and enjoy good walks.
 

Book the Best Holiday Home in Cumnock for you

Whether you are searching for a romantic holiday lodge, a shepherd’s hut for a country escape, or a large house for a big group of friends, Cumnock allows you to obtain some of the best Ayrshire coast and countryside on a self-catering break.

Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Cumnock, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Ayrshire.