Discover Ayrshire
Discover Scotland like never before, lose yourself on woodland walks, see the world from a different view when you hike up high and explore the Ayrshire coastline when you book a holiday at Dundonald Links.
History and legends
There’s truly something for everyone to enjoy in the beautiful local area surrounding Dundonald Links. Spend sun-filled days along the sandy shores of Irvine Bay, where you can relax on the beach, take scenic coastal walks or even catch a wave. For something a little different, explore the area’s atmospheric ghost walks — you may even hear tales of William Wallace, said to haunt the dramatic Ardrossan Castle ruins.
Ayrshire’s breathtaking landscape has long inspired great literary minds, including Edgar Allan Poe and, most famously, Robert Burns. Known proudly as Burns’ Country, this is the birthplace and home of Scotland’s renowned Bard. Today, both his Birthplace Cottage and his family’s Heritage Home are fascinating museums, offering a rich insight into his life, works and lasting legacy.
Discover history, legends, coastline and culture — all waiting just moments from your lodge at Dundonald Links.
Island living
Scotland is known for beautiful Whiskey, with the original Johnnie Walker whiskey shop founded in Ayrshire, but did you know it started life called Walker’s Kilmarnock Whiskey after the town he was from? You’ll learn this and more on a heritage walk in the town
Visit the A.D. Rattray Whiskey Shop in Ayrshire to book your tasting session, learn more about the history of whiskey in the area, or jump on a two-hour ferry journey to the beautiful Isle of Arran for a tour around the historic Arran Distillery.
The nearby Isle of Arran has so much to explore that you can spend a whole day discovering more at the Heritage Museum, taste the best cheese from the Island Cheese Company and explore sunbathing and watersports at Brodick Bay and Kildonan Beach. You’ll love spending time learning about the island itself and what island life is really like.
Endless discoveries in Ayrshire
Explore the history of the Scottish seas at the Scottish Maritime Museum, where the interactive exhibits will showcase everything from pirates to brave soldiers.
If stately homes and castle ruins are your thing, then Scotland is the place to be. Head to Culzean Castle for outstanding views, a beautiful building, and acres of gardens to explore, the castle has starred in several movies, including The Queen.
Visit the beautiful Dumfries House, with its grand concrete staircase and landscaped gardens galore. Visit Dundonald Castle & Visitor Centre, which is only a 10-minute walk away, where you can learn more about the historic village’s castle ruins. Or head down the coast to the spectacular Dunure Castle, just perched on the edge of the sea, with truly breath-taking views and rugged terrain.
Ayrshire really is the best place to base yourself if you want to explore the west coast of Scotland. Whether you’re looking for endless days of exploration and discovery, slow wanderings in nature, or challenging hikes up mountains, it’s all here waiting for you.
Our stunning lodges act as the perfect place to relax and unwind, with everything you need, where you can retreat after a long day exploring and finding yourself along the Scottish coast.
