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Nirvana

Whiting Bay, near Isle of Arran, Scottish Islands
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Thu
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Enjoy the sea views towards the Holy Isle from the enclosed balcony with seating area
  • Located close to the splendid sands of Whiting Bay
  • Visit Glenashdale Falls, explore the Neolithic site of Giant's Graves or catch a ferry to the Holy Isle
Property code: OC-N42556

Soak up the sea views across splendid Whitling Bay while sipping your morning coffee from the property’s enclosed balcony. This villa is the perfect place to gather together all your bonny sailors, up to three four-legged ones included! Just a 10-minute walk away, stroll along the easily accessible beach as your hounds have a ball exploring the sights and smells.

This nautical detached property is the perfect place to cook up a storm in its open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner space (accessed via steep stairs). With a plethora of modern appliances, this is the perfect place for everyone to feel right at home. The only fight will be who gets the stylish double bedroom with a sea view. This property is certainly the ‘mutts’! One of the two cosy lounges boasts an open fire - the perfect place to warm up your paws; curl up in front of a film or play one of the many board games available. Take the entertainment outdoors with a large patio area to be enjoyed; sizzle a sausage or spot a shooting star as you toast a wee dram or roast chestnuts in this accommodation that will lighten even the darkest of nights.

The island is a ‘nirvana’ for outdoor enthusiasts; sniff out the outstanding wildlife, flora and fauna as you navigate its 56-mile circumference. Climb up through a wooded glen to view the beautiful Glenashdale Falls; this 3-mile circular walk is under a mile away and leads you to the Neolithic Giant's Graves – two chambered cairns overlooking the Bay and Holy Island with plenty of picnic spots along the way to rest weary paws. Brodick Castle lies only 10 miles away and is happy to allow hounds to lead the way through their impressive country parks trails and woodland walks galore. There’s also an epic woodland play park for all age family fun.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 double, 2 twins and 1 single
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Rangemaster electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Highchair available on request
  • Open fire (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV and DVD player in both lounges, Smart TV in kitchen
  • Mature wraparound garden with a patio, garden furniture and BBQ
  • Ample private off-road parking
  • Shop, pub and beach within 1.5 miles
  • Please note, the garden is not fully enclosed
  • Short-term let licence - NA00292F
  • EPC rating - E
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Julia Calder

This property is personally managed by Julia.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 6 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Imelda 13th September 2025

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Great location, very quiet /peaceful, beautiful views,space, comfortable beds and ample kitchen equipment. Would benefit from a little tlc.,

Reviewed by Sara 2nd June 2025

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If you want a hotel this is not it, but an authentic house, clean and spacious. Only real trouble was the shrubs were outgrowing in the driveway and scratching the car on entrance and exit. Great location, a nice quiet part of Arran with shops and pub within short walk. We loved seeing the sea from the living room.

Reviewed by Jennifer 17th May 2025

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Not to the required standard Im afraid. A few things were either broken or missing Very nice position and lots of room, but we will not be returning

Reviewed by Patricia 3rd May 2025

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Needs cleaning. Needs a new caretaker. Needs some love and attention to detail. Dirty skirting boards are really a picture of how little care this place gets. Doors not closing. Dangerous weather damage to the decking. Really dangerous. Too scared to use in lower light

Reviewed by David 26th April 2025

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Reviewed by Ed 12th April 2025

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Having visited the Island numerous times over the years we were all looking forward to our trip to Nirvana. Our joy was sadly short lived when we found the property to be quite dirty upon our arrival. The nice welcoming bottle of wine was sitting in a bread basket that would have benefited from a wash. No TV downstairs despite in pictures. Window uRead morepstairs was missing leaver to assist closing. Shower was dirty as witnessed by cleaners. Overall the property was a bit run down. Very disappointed. Hide

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Location

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.