A beautiful & remote farmhouse on the Isle of Arran with outstanding sea views

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Brodick, Isle of Arran

Lochranza Distillery17 min drive
Auchrannie Leisure Centre29 min drive
Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal30 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Banlicken Arran Farmhouse is an idyllic, romantic and remote self catering holiday house. It is situated on the side of a heathery hill, perfect for families, friends or romantic couple.

Beautifully decorated combining comfortable and contemporary with outstanding sea views. 4 lovely bedrooms all with sea views and 3 bathrooms, large well equipped open plan kitchen and dining area overlooking the sea and a cosy sitting room with open fire, TV, Sky & DVD. A games room with table tennis and outside patio area for 'al fresco' dining.

From the house there is easy access to the beach below & coastal walks for spotting otters, dolphins, porpoises and seals. There is an easy climb up the hill that will reward you with breathtaking scenery, sea eagles and numerous species of birds or just sit and enjoy the beautiful sunsets overlooking the sea.

There are many local activities, wildlife and bird watching, hillwalking, hiking, climbing, 7 golf courses, fishing, boat trips, pony trekking, historic castles, standing stones, beaches and caves. Excellent local restaurants, convenience stores, shops and local produce.

Please be aware that check in days are ideally Thursdays & Sundays for both short breaks and week long stays. If yiu would like dates outside of these start days please let us know and we do what we can to accommodate you.

Property manager

Jenny Thomson

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Amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Sea view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No stag or hen parties. When you leave take all rubbish to the bins at the bottom of the drive. Leave the house clean and tidy to help the housekeeper

Do not leave children unattended, do not allow in derelict buildings, keep playbarn tidy. Please look after our belongings. No fires on the grass

Small short haired well behaved dogs only. Do not allow on the furniture, upstairs or on beds. Clean up any dogs mess and do not leave unattended

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Isle of Arran

Located in Isle of Arran, this farm stay is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Brodick Castle Country Park and King's Cave, while Secret Garden Gallery and Arran Heritage Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Brodick, Isle of Arran

What's nearby

Lochranza Distillery - 17 min drive
Auchrannie Leisure Centre - 29 min drive
Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal - 30 min drive
Brodick Castle - 30 min drive
Goat Fell - 42 min drive

Getting around

Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

Cafe Thyme - 10 min drive
The Lighthouse - 7 min drive
The Glen Bar & Restaurant - 218 min drive
Machrie Bay Tea Room - 9 min drive
Dunvalanree - 129 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful & remote farmhouse on the Isle of Arran with outstanding sea views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at A beautiful & remote farmhouse on the Isle of Arran with outstanding sea views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful & remote farmhouse on the Isle of Arran with outstanding sea views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful & remote farmhouse on the Isle of Arran with outstanding sea views located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly farm stay is within 12 mi (20 km) of Machrie Moor Stone Circles, King's Cave and Shiskine Golf & Tennis Club. Secret Garden Gallery and Lochranza Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

23 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful hideaway

Lovely stay in a gorgeous country house. Very tucked away with a off road driveway (which was perfect for us). Cosy rooms, great group kitchen and everything we needed. The natural water supply up the hill from the house needs a little looking after but not a problem with the amazing sunny week we had in April. Thoroughly recommend Banlicken Farmhouse.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian I.

12 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glorious

We had a wonderful stay . Thank you

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M., Cambridge

3 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great farmhouse in picturesque location.

Banlicken was perfect for our multigenerational family holiday. The external Byre and play barn enable everyone to do things at their own pace and the big kitchen/dining room means catering for a big party is easy. The location is spectacular with incredible views and completely isolated from the "main" road. The access road isn't that tricky - perhaps only a sports car would struggle with the ford. In summary a great place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

25 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic spot

Our group of 9 adults had a great time at the property. Amazing kitchen space for cooking and socialising as a group. Loved the remoteness of the property as it meant we didn’t have to worry about disturbing anyone else. The grounds and views were stunning. I would definitely recommend this place to other friends and families.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

9 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful but beware the track

Had a lovely week at Banlicken. It really is remote and the track up can be a little hairy in a full car but the views are wonderful and the house is spacious and well equipped with a very handy separate cottage /barn for a family. One bathroom in the main house can make it busy in the mornings and we didn't use the playbarn in the end. Would recommend a trip to the Lagg Distillery with a nice cafe and very friendly staff.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jenny Thomson

We love welcoming guests and hearing that our guests love being at Banlicken as much as we do. We hope to be able to share the best kept secrets that we have found and enjoy hearing all about their adventures and experiences. We never tire of visiting Banlicken ourselves.

Why they chose this property

Just wonderful place to get away from it all, so relaxing, stunning views, wildlife all around and ability to get into the heart of the countryside.

What makes this property unique

• Beautiful location, so close to the sea and wild countryside
We love it because of its location, peaceful tranquility and the wildlife..
This is what Our Guests love about Banlicken
• Fantastic / beautiful views of Mull of Kintyre
• Stunning and magical sunsets
• Seeing the otters and seals on the beach below the house
• Incredible array of wildlife – deer, red squirrels, golden eagles, otters, seals
• Lovely large garden, the sound of the sea and birdsong
• Wonderful hosts who are so helpful
• Great for outdoor pursuits
o Walks, hiking, kayaking, cycling, open water swimming in loch and the sea below.
• Great for groups of friends and multi-generational families

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