"The location and things to do around was for us an unexpected surprise."
Adrianus from Netherlands
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"Gillian was very welcoming and accommodating, she even helped us get settled for a late snack by the fire."
Nichole from United States
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"Our room was large and airy with a 'super comfy' bed."
Steve from United Kingdom
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"The place was absolutely spotless, and the owner was very friendly"
Hazel from United Kingdom
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"An absolute jewel of a place. A busy authentic working farm is the setting and the farmhouse provides an oasis of calm."
Chris W from United Kingdom
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Historic 4-Room Farmhouse in Girvan with Working Farm and Guests-Only Lounge
The Property
Maxwelston Farmhouse operates as a working farm in a historic building outside Girvan. The guest house has 4 rooms, a guests-only lounge, and a dining area with garden views and outdoor seating. Private check-in and check-out, private parking, and key access allow guests to come and go freely.
Rooms
The accommodation includes the Deluxe Queen Suite, Deluxe King Room, and Family Suite, each with a private bathroom and garden views. Some rooms have a roll-top bathtub and a superking bed. Family rooms and interconnected rooms are available for groups.
Dining
Breakfast is served in the guests-only lounge or in-room, with a farmhouse breakfast of poached egg, English muffin, bacon and sausage. The host prepares special diet menus and accommodates specific dietary requirements. The host can prepare a late snack by the fire in the lounge.
Location
Maxwelston Farmhouse sits in quiet countryside, a 10-15 minute drive from Girvan. Ayr Racecourse is 28 km away and the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum is 23 km away. Culzean Castle and other local landmarks are nearby, and coastal walks are available from Girvan.
Amenities
The Family Suite and family rooms allow groups to stay together, with interconnected rooms available. Baby safety gates and board games/puzzles are provided for younger guests. The guest house is non-smoking throughout, and the garden and outdoor seating area are open to guests.
Highlights
Setting: Working farm with 4 rooms and guests-only lounge
Rooms: Deluxe Queen Suite, Deluxe King Room, Family Suite
Dining: Farmhouse breakfast served in the lounge or in-room