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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

This charming property is located in the beautiful, historic coastal village of Whiting Bay, on the magical mystical Isle of Arran. It’s close to the splendid sands of Whiting Bay and excellent village amenities including restaurants, cafes, shops and even a golf course and putting green, all within 1.5 miles. Explore the Neolithic site of the Giant's Graves (0.5 miles) or discover Glenashdale Falls (1.5 miles), the island’s most impressive waterfall. The pretty coastal village of Lamlash (5 miles) is within easy reach, with activities such as photography workshops, and you can try gorge walking and abseiling with the Arran Outdoor Centre (6 miles). You might want to take a boat trip from the pier and explore the wonderful Holy Isle. Travel a little further afield and visit the magnificent Brodick Castle (11 miles), set within wonderful gardens and a fantastic country park.

The ground floor of this beautifully appointed, detached property begins with an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. There’s a spacious and well-appointed kitchen and a dining table suitable for eight people. Relax back on the sofas in the lounge area in front of the Smart TV, with French doors leading directly outside to the patio area. A convenient utility room houses a washing machine and tumble dryer. Two bedrooms are located on the ground floor, one stylish double bedroom with lovely sea views and a twin bedroom. There is also a ground-floor bathroom with shower over the bath. Upstairs (via steep stairs) on the first floor are two more bedrooms: one lovely twin, and the other is a small cabin bedroom with single bed, ideal for a child or teenager. There is also a handy shower room. Completing the layout of the accommodation is a large nautical-inspired second lounge which boasts an open fire and access to an enclosed balcony looking out to the sea with seating area. Relax and enjoy a great movie on the Smart TV or perhaps play one of the board games on offer.

Venturing outside to the wrap around mature gardens, there is a delightful large patio area located directly in front of the property, with garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ. You can enjoy al fresco dining or stargazing. There is ample private off-road parking available at the front of the property.

  • 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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Original 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.