Balvonie House, Skelmorlie, Ayrshire

Balvonie House sleeps 24 in 11 bedrooms
2 extra children's beds

Friends and families will love Balvonie as somewhere to meet for a holiday, weekend break away or a big birthday celebration, making use of the in house party room. This Arts and Crafts holiday house near Wemyss Bay has a special blend of period features combined with a sense of relaxed luxury.

Living areas are spacious, elegant and stylish, creating the perfect ambience for time well spent with loved ones. The games room is somewhere to enjoy some friendly competition over a game of snooker and the home cinema a great place for the youngsters to gravitate during the evening. For some pampering, the outdoor hot tub is somewhere to unwind and take in those amazing sea views over the Kyles of Bute. Perhaps wander down to the Eglinton Bar in Skelmorie for a pint before coming back to the big house for dinner.

The contemporary light and airy kitchen is a lovely sociable room for preparing meals or for a hired in caterer to cook for a special occasion. The dining room has a fantastic long table to seat all 24 guests for an evening of fine food and wine. The 2 sitting rooms are bursting with original features including high ceilings and large windows with wonderful views.

The 11 bedrooms are individually designed and themed with vintage chic decor and tasteful soft furnishings. There are emperor, kings, doubles, twins and a quadruple room so that all preferences are taken into consideration. 9 of the rooms are en suite, some with deluxe deep baths and all with high end fixtures and fittings.

Located in the village of Skelmorlie and a short drive from the wild shingle beach at Wemyss Bay, a day by the sea is going to be a popular idea with the children. Pop into the heritage railway station and cafe or take a ferry to the pretty town of Rothesay to see the castle and Bute Museum. Largs is a charming traditional seaside resort with a Victorian promenade and traditional ice cream parlours along with a part sandy beach, and only 10 minutes away. And guests will be happy to explore the grounds and woodlands at Balvonie with walks from the door to the surrounding area.