Garden Cottage

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View to a secluded woodland pitch
Tourer pitches sheltered by trees
Pitch tucked under the trees
Grass pitch

When it’s wild camping you’re after – proper wild camping with virtually no facilities – you’ll hit gold dust at Garden Cottage, a pop-up site in Eglinton Country Park, 15 minutes’ drive from Ardrossan in Ayrshire. The grass pitches are tucked into carefully managed woodland, and sheltered by the mature trees for total privacy and seclusion. Loos are 10 minutes’ walk away in the park’s visitor centre, where you can also grab a bite in the café and let the kids have a run about at the play area. Otherwise, this site is completely off grid, so pack torches for getting around after dark, as well as drinking water and a barbecue if you’re going to cook alfresco. There’s a communal campfire surrounded by simple seating made from fallen trees, and essentials shops 10 minutes’ drive away in Kilwinning, where you can divert into cafés and restaurants if you want a change from self-catering. This peaceful spot is run on sustainable lines, and any profit made from the wild camping will be re-invested in the woodland to improve amenities.

Pladstype

Autocamperpladser 3
Åbent hele året
Åbner
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  • Denne plads har ingen toilet- eller brusebadsfaciliteter.
  • Dobbelte aksler er ikke tilladte på pladsen.
  • Mindst én af de overnattende skal være 18 eller ældre.
  • Enheder, der er længere end 7 meter, er ikke tilladt.
  • Gæster rådes til at medbringe en fakkel af god kvalitet, da dele af campingpladsen/parken er uoplyst.
  • Der er ingen skraldespande på stedet: Alt affald skal tages med hjem.

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96% vil anbefale denne plads til en ven

96% ville overnatte her igen

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Ankomstdato (seneste først)

Woodland setting.…

Samlet 3/10

Beliggenhed
3
Værdi for pengene
2
Indkvartering
2
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter
1
Kundeservice
Ingen bedømmelse
Børnevenligt
Ingen bedømmelse
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Ingen bedømmelse
Wi-fi
Ingen bedømmelse
Veronica M. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om Woodland setting.

Syntes ikke om Not obvious where to park. Top spaces were too muddy/soft. As rain was forecast overnight, I was worried about getting stuck, so I moved to the only space I could see, which was just inside the gates, close to the road. I might as well have just parked in a lay-by somewhere. Didn't feel particularly safe.

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Fra bestyreren: Hi Veronica thanks for your review I’m not sure why you booked our site as it states it is small wild camping site with very basic facilities
We contacted you prior to your stay and explained the parking to you and location there are seven areas to park although we only utilise three.
I’m not sure what you expect for a small £10 fee for a pitch in a country park ?
I’m also not sure why you didn’t contact us on the number we txted you on the previous week which would have given you a resolution .
We also note that your reviews for other sites
Are in the whole very low scoring it would seem that you may be better of booking large caravan sites to get what you want although I doubt it will be £10
All of our reviews are on our advert and so far have been excellent
Sorry you did not enjoy your stay

Excellent pop up site. Just perfect, we will be returning

Samlet 10/10

Beliggenhed
10
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10
Indkvartering
10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter
10
Kundeservice
10
Børnevenligt
10
Renlighed
10
Wi-fi
Ingen bedømmelse
Amanda W. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om A lovely quiet little piece of woodland, just stunning and private, the couple Stu and Susan are so lovely and genuine. Loved the communal camp fire and chatting with these lovely people. Such a relaxed atmosphere. Location was perfect for the ferry port to Arran.
Even allowing us to return last minute on route home after our trip in the Highlands, Unfortunately we decided to return home instead, but nice to know they were happy to accommodate us.

Syntes ikke om Nothing to dislike

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Lovely off grid site.

Samlet 8/10

Beliggenhed
10
Værdi for pengene
10
Indkvartering
8
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Ingen bedømmelse
Kundeservice
10
Børnevenligt
10
Renlighed
Ingen bedømmelse
Wi-fi
Ingen bedømmelse
Chris W. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om The small site with pitches amongst the trees and bluebells. Convenient from the main roas but quiet. Lovely walks.
Communal campfire very sociable and pretty with fairy lights. Owners very friendly and helpful. Will defo go again.

Syntes ikke om Nothing.

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Very cheap. Relaxing. Nice spot.

Samlet 10/10

Beliggenhed
10
Værdi for pengene
10
Indkvartering
10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter
10
Kundeservice
10
Børnevenligt
10
Renlighed
10
Wi-fi
Ingen bedømmelse
Alastair G. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om Quick call with clear instructions on how to get where I'm going by owner.
Lovely wild flowers everywhere.
Daughter loved the little mushroom house that lit up at night. She has been telling everyone she can about it.
Nice fire area, although I didn't really get a chance to use it due to it being a very late and short stop over for us.

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Very small off grid woodland right on the entrance to Edlington park.…

Samlet 10/10

Beliggenhed
8
Værdi for pengene
10
Indkvartering
10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter
6
Kundeservice
10
Børnevenligt
10
Renlighed
10
Wi-fi
2
Claire T. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om Very small off grid woodland right on the entrance to Edlington park. Very convenient just off road but tucked away.

Owners came round to check to in with us who were very friendly, lit fire and stayed for a while chatting round communal campfire. Nothing was too much trouble.

Description is what it says and just what is needed if self sufficent.

Was lovely to meet yourselves and other campers. Good luck in all you do both 😊

Syntes ikke om Nothing

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Fab place to stay

Samlet 10/10

Beliggenhed
10
Værdi for pengene
10
Indkvartering
10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter
10
Kundeservice
10
Børnevenligt
10
Renlighed
10
Wi-fi
2
Jane D. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om We loved this site. Owners are so friendly and understand what makes for a good campsite. We will defo visit again 😊

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Simple but it works. Kids loved cooking there hot dogs on the…

Samlet 10/10

Beliggenhed
10
Værdi for pengene
10
Indkvartering
10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter
10
Kundeservice
10
Børnevenligt
10
Renlighed
10
Wi-fi
10
Ross T. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om Simple but it works. Kids loved cooking there hot dogs on the fire. No check in/out it's all very easy going which I love. We'll be back.

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Great experience all round!

Samlet 10/10

Beliggenhed
10
Værdi for pengene
10
Indkvartering
10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter
Ingen bedømmelse
Kundeservice
10
Børnevenligt
Ingen bedømmelse
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10
Wi-fi
Ingen bedømmelse
Kimberley B. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om The owners were super friendly. Had a lovely chat with them by the fire before they left for the evening. The set up around the camp fire is beautiful and I love the experience of wild camping. We will definitely return!

Syntes ikke om Absolutely nothing!

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This is a beautiful site in a lovely woodland setting. The owners…

Samlet 10/10

Beliggenhed
10
Værdi for pengene
10
Indkvartering
10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter
Ingen bedømmelse
Kundeservice
10
Børnevenligt
10
Renlighed
10
Wi-fi
Ingen bedømmelse
Anonym Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om This is a beautiful site in a lovely woodland setting. The owners were very friendly and are clearly work very hard to make the site into a special place. Appreciated the easy going nature of this site and flexibility of arriving / leaving times. Exactly what we needed for our short visit.

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Brilliant flexibility allowing an early check in and late departure is amazing…

Samlet 10/10

Beliggenhed
10
Værdi for pengene
10
Indkvartering
6
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter
6
Kundeservice
10
Børnevenligt
10
Renlighed
10
Wi-fi
Ingen bedømmelse
John I. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal autocamper med hårdt underlag og græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om Brilliant flexibility allowing an early check in and late departure is amazing value for just £10. Also excellent communication and direction when I initially struggled to find the location

Syntes ikke om Nothing, it is a basic site but the price more than reflects that

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Faciliteter

Fritidsaktiviteter på stedet

Aftenunderholdning Bar eller klubhus Børneklub Cykelleje Fiskeri Fitnesscenter Fjernsynsrum Indendørs swimmingpool Legeplads Restaurant/Bar på pladsen Spillerum Takeaway Tennis Udendørs swimmingpool Vandsport

Faciliteter på stedet

Afhentning fra offentlig transport Bad til rådighed Bilparkering ved campingarealet/enheden Bruser til rådighed Familietoiletter Fryser med køleelement Gratis wi-fi Hundepark Internet-adgang Komposttoilet Købmandsbutik Møntvaskeri Offentlig telefon Offentlige toiletter Opvaskeområde Portabelt toilet Toiletblok Tørrerum Wi-fi

Grupper er velkomne

Familievenlig Grupper af samme køn velkomne Grupper af studerende velkomne Motorcyklister velkomne

Regler

Bål tilladt Erhvervskøretøjer tilladt Grill kan lånes Grill tilladt Hunde tilladte Hunde tilladte hele året rundt

Temaer

Camping uden faciliteter Fredfyldt Lavpris/backpacker Naturparadis Paradis for vandringsfolk Skov

Service

Gasflasker til rådighed Genbrug tilgængeligt Grøn energi Kemisk bortskaffelse Ladestationer til elbiler Opladningsfaciliteter

Faciliteter i nærheden

Bar i nærheden Butik i nærheden Hundevenligt område Offentlig transport i nærheden

Type

Mini (1-10 arealenheder) Pop-up-campingplads

Fritidsaktiviteter i nærheden

Fiskeri i nærheden Restaurant i nærheden

Beliggenhed

Garden Cottage

Eglinton Country Park

Kilwinning

Ayrshire

Skotland

KA13 7QA

Rutevejledning

Tidszone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

55,64492°N
-4,68285°V

Nærmeste transport

Bus
20,6 km Bus Station
28,8 km Wemyss Bay Station
32,3 km Coronation Park
Jernbane
2,1 km Kilwinning Rail Station
3,8 km Irvine Rail Station
4,4 km Stevenston Rail Station
Færge
8,9 km Ardrossan Ferry Terminal
10,7 km Troon Ferry Terminal
16,7 km Fairlie Ferry Terminal
Lufthavn
15,8 km Glasgow Prestwick International Airport
28,9 km Glasgow International Airport

Vær opmærksom på: Alle afstande på denne side er udregnet i fugleflugtslinje - Tjek venligst den faktiske afstand alt efter din rejseform via knappen Få rutevejledning øverst på siden.

Lokale seværdigheder

Local attractions and activities include: - Eglinton Country Park: 10 minutes’ walk - Kilwinning Abbey: five minutes’ drive - Eglinton Castle (folly): five minutes - Irvine Beach Park: 10 minutes - Ardrossan Ferry Terminal (trips to Arran): 15 minutes - Royal Troon Golf Club: 15 minutes - Ayr Racecourse: 20 minutes - Culzean Castle: 40 minutes.

Vandkvalitet for nærliggende badevand

Navn Afstand Type 2020201920182017
Irvine 5,6 km Hav Ikke RelevantDårligDårligIkke Relevant
Saltcoats/Ardrossan 7,5 km Hav Ikke RelevantIkke RelevantIkke RelevantIkke Relevant
Troon (South Beach) 12,4 km Hav Ikke RelevantIkke RelevantIkke RelevantGod
Seamill 12,5 km Hav Ikke RelevantIkke RelevantGodGod
Prestwick 16,2 km Hav Ikke RelevantIkke RelevantGodGod

Datakilde: Det Europæiske Miljøagentur

Bør opleves

Scottish Maritime Museum 4 km

Burns National Heritage Park 24,3 km

Paisley Abbey 27,6 km

Burrell Collection 30,9 km

House for an Art Lover 32,3 km

Cykelruter

Find lokale ruter på det nationale cykelnet - over 19,000 kilometer cykelruter.

Andet

The Smugglers' Trail from Dundonald to Loans 9,4 km

HORSE ISLAND (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 01/10/2005) 9,9 km

Troon - Prestwick 11,8 km

LOCHWINNOCH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 25/04/2005) 16 km

Prestwick to Troon Along the Shore 16,4 km

Lokale begivenheder

  • TRNSMT (fredag den 11. juli 2025 – fredag den 11. juli 2025)

    Glasgow, Skotland 35,9 km

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Tilbud

Gældende betingelser - se afsnittet om campingareal for flere oplysninger

Nærmeste pladser

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