Garden Cottage
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- Quiet off-grid woodland pop-up site in Eglinton Country Park, Ayrshire
- Ardrossan Ferry Terminal and Royal Troon Golf Club 15 minutes’ drive
- Café ten minutes’ walk; shops and restaurants 10 minutes’ drive
Site type
4
This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.- Units longer than 7 metres are not allowed.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
Languages spoken
English
Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
Brilliant little off-grid spot. Loved the quiet, natural vibe and sound hosts. Campfire's a treat. Handy for Eglinton Park walks. Basic but great value. Finding it's tricky for some, but they're fixing it. Compost loo coming!
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Last updated 21/7/2026
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Quiet setting, handy location, level pitch…
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Anonymous Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
Liked Quiet setting, handy location, level pitch
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Anonymous Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
Liked Excellent location. Very peaceful. Loved it.
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Anonymous Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
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The setting and the quite location…
Anonymous Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
Liked The setting and the quite location
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The location within the park was…
Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
Liked The location within the park was lovely, it was still nice and handy for the shop. Fire pit was great. At £10.00 per night it was a bargain would definitely go there again
Disliked I little bit untidy but I suspect it’s a working progress as it has great potential to be cracking little site.
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From the manager: Hi Christine thanks for your review.
Yes the site is very much work in progress four years in and still hard at it
We are in France currently for a month hence the site needing a bit of tlc I hate to think about the weeding and grass cutting when I get back.
We did consider shutting the site for a month but felt that it would be inconvenient for some of our regular customers who like to get away for a night or two of chillaxing.
The site is not run for profit so thanks for the top score for value for money we simply want the land used and people to enjoy the space.
We hope you enjoyed your stay and if you come back mid august you will see the site a bit more manicured.
Regards stuart and Susan
Lovely spot.
Anonymous Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
Liked Lovely setting and really enjoyed watching the sun set round the communal camp fire. The fairy lights after dark added a magical touch! The owners were also really friendly, welcoming and helpful.
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Good spot
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Liked Very nice spot for camping 👌 Very basic, but all is needed for overlander/ campervan is there. Definitely staying there again. Very friendly owner, had some good information given for the rest of the trip in Scotland. Thank you
Disliked All was good
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Lovely back to basic site ideal if you are completely self contained
Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
Liked Lovely little site in a copse. No services, good phone signal. We were the only ones there - arrived in the rain and were met by the owner. He had lots of advice about where to go and what to do around the area. If you want to get away from it all and just hear the birds this is the place to go. Some issues finding the site, it is up a track next to the pony field - there is some red lettering on a fence post - that we didn’t see but rang the owner and he gave us directions. What three words ///reckons.panther.trophy
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Great find. Highly recommended.
Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
Liked Very quiet and hidden away. Very much like the attention from the staff. Very personable indeed.
Disliked Nothing.
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Quiet and cool
Non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch
Liked Small and friendly , lovely owner .
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Features
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Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Garden Cottage
Eglinton Country Park
Kilwinning
Ayrshire
Scotland
KA13 7QA
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
55.64492°N
4.68285°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irvine | 5.6 km | Sea | N/A | Poor | Poor | N/A |
| Saltcoats/Ardrossan | 7.5 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Troon (South Beach) | 12.4 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
| Seamill | 12.5 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Prestwick | 16.2 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
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
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
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
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Garden Cottage have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Garden Cottage dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Garden Cottage? 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 … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Garden Cottage?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Garden Cottage? From €11.71 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.