Guests say
Grassyards House in Largs, Ayrshire, receives high praise for its outstanding facilities, luxurious touches, and spaciousness, catering to all ages. The property's cleanliness, thoughtful hosts, and beautiful surroundings contribute to its exceptional reputation. Guests celebrate special occasions and enjoy the local area, with particular mentions of the games room, play area, and farm visits.
Reviewers consistently mention the immaculate condition of the house, indicating top marks for cleanliness. The property is described as well-maintained and spotless, with no negative comments on this aspect.
The property's location is praised for its stunning scenery and proximity to local attractions, including islands and countryside walks. The single-track road access is noted, but guests quickly adapt, suggesting a high but not perfect score.
Guests find the house luxurious and comfortable, with ample space for large groups. The bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas receive special mention for their comfort, suggesting maximum satisfaction in this category.
The facilities at Grassyards House, including the games room, hot tub, PS5, and playground, are highlighted as exceptional. The property is equipped with everything needed for a self-catering holiday, indicating excellent facilities and maintenance.
The hosts, Hannah and Scott, are frequently commended for their thoughtfulness, including welcoming touches and responsiveness. Gifts such as cakes and bubbly are mentioned, enhancing the guest experience, though it is politely noted that such gestures are not guaranteed.
About this property
Nestled amid 400 acres of countryside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, this property is perfectly located for all outdoor pursuits. The historic coastal town of Largs is just 4 miles away and boasts an excellent range of eateries, bespoke shops, friendly inns and beautiful sandy beaches. It is also home to some amazing attractions including Vikingar! Leisure Centre and the magnificent Kelburn Castle and Estate that hosts an array of excellent events. Catch a ferry directly from the town and visit the stunning Isle of Great Cumbrae or travel a little further afield and catch the ferry from Wemyss Bay and visit the stunning Isle of Bute or Ardrossan and visit the mystical Isle of Arran.
Step inside this superb house into the vestibule and through to the reception hall. The ground floor of the property consists of a grand dining room with a built-in Sonos surround sound system and an impressive dining table with comfortable chairs, perfect for family gatherings. Get competitive in the fantastic games room with a pool table, air hockey, built-in Sonos system, and Smart TV with soundbar. The cosy snug and sunroom are the ideal places to relax and enjoy a good book. The sumptuous lounge with comfy, deep sofas, Smart TV, built-in Sonos system, and a wood burner for those cooler evenings, is a great space to relax and unwind after a day out exploring. Cook up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen with an AGA, electric oven with gas hob, Quooker tap for instant boiling water and filtered cold water, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, wine cooler, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, and a dining area to enjoy a morning coffee. The utility/boot room has a washing machine, tumble dryer, additional fridge, and dishwasher, and there is a handy separate WC. Also on the ground floor is one wonderful king-sized bedroom and one wonderful super king-sized bedroom both with Smart TVs and stylish shower rooms with shower cubicles and WCs. There is also an amazing master super-king-size bedroom with a freestanding wooden bath, built-in Sonos system, Smart TV, seating area with French doors leading directly out to the beautiful grounds, and an en-suite shower room with a large shower cubical, his and hers sinks and WC. Completing the ground floor is another handy separate WC located directly off the reception hall. Heading up the stairs you will find another three beautiful bedrooms. There’s a super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request) with Smart TV and en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower cubical, and WC. Next, is a twin room (which can be made into a super-king-size on request) with Smart TV and en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower cubical and WC. And finally, completing this fabulous accommodation, is another super-king-size bedroom with Juliet balcony, seating area, Smart TV, and a stylish bathroom with a shower over the bath, built-in Smart TV, and a WC located next door.
Venturing outside, the spacious wrap-around garden is located amid 400 acres of private grounds. Relax and unwind in the fantastic hot tub and admire the lovely views. There are also comfortable seating areas to enjoy al fresco dining or lazy evenings stargazing. Newly added is a large children's play area within the private grounds, perfect for your family getaway. A long, private tarmacked drive, giving guests plenty of parking within the grounds, is available directly in front of the property.
6 bedrooms – 3 super-king-size and 3 super-king-size zip-and-links (2 of which can be made into twins on request. This does not include the master bedroom)
3 en-suite bathrooms with freestanding baths, separate shower cubicles and WCs, 2 en-suite shower rooms with WCs, 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, and 2 additional separate WCs
AGA, electric oven with gas hob, Quooker tap with instant boiling water and filtered cold water, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, wine cooler, Nespresso coffee machine and microwave
Utility – washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge and dishwasher
2 cloakrooms
Travel cot and highchair available on request
Wood burner – logs & kindling included
Smart TVs in all 6 bedrooms, lounge, bathroom and games room
PlayStation 5 included
Games room with pool table, air-hockey and Smart TV with soundbar
Garden with seating areas
Private hot tub – bathrobes and slippers provided
Private large children's play area
Farm activities – Guests can visit the horses, chickens and guests are also welcome to help feed the pigs and seasonal lambs.
Fully tarmacked private parking within the grounds of the property
Beach, shops, pubs and restaurants 4 miles
Private water supply
Reviews (45)
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Mrs Millie Nicholson
: Our family had an amazing time in this beautiful house, we couldn’t fault it at all, we were in awe of the surrounding countryside and views, The house was very well equipped and tastefully decorated. Hannah, the owner went above and beyond to make us welcome. As it was the Easter holiday it was decorated with beautiful flower arrangements and other little gifts. I could go on and on about everything, but I’d run out of space. | Recommend the property
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Mrs Nicholson
Thank you so much for a wonderful time
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Miss Nimmo
I had booked this gorgeous property for my mums 60th birthday. From the offset the host Hannah was very accommodating, she passed over contact details for a caterer so we could really relax when we got there. Grassyards and the land around the property are absolutely outstanding. Every room was beautifully laid out with robes/slippers and towels. There was complimentary cakes on arrival along with a bottle of bubbly. We were truly over the moon with the efforts gone into our stay. Perfect for our full family and pets. We will 100% be back!! Thanks to Hannah & her family x