Fun Days Out Near Hillview | Best Activities For 2026

What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Hillview

Private Hot Tub for 6

A private hot tub seating 6 sits outside with open countryside views. Perfect for unwinding after a day exploring Ayrshire.

Games Room Included

The external games room has a pool table, table tennis and table football. Great for evenings in when the weather turns.

Working Farm Setting

The cottage sits on a working sheep and dairy farm in Gateside. Countryside views come as standard from the enclosed garden.

Dogs Stay Free

Up to 2 dogs are welcome at no extra charge. Dog and boot washing facilities are on site - very handy after coastal walks.

Woodburner with Logs Included

Initial logs for the woodburner are included in your stay. Extra baskets are available on site for a small charge.

Award-Winning Cottage

Hillview has won the Customers' Choice award every year from 2020 to 2026 and holds a 5-out-of-5 rating.

Getting To Hillview

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

Hillview is located in Gateside, near Beith in Ayrshire, postcode KA15 1HQ. The village is easily reached via the A737 and local roads through Beith. Private on-site parking for 2 cars is available on arrival.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Glengarnock, approximately 4 miles from the property and served by ScotRail trains from Glasgow. From there, a local taxi will get you to the cottage in around 10 minutes.

Private on-site parking for 2 cars

Glengarnock station (approx. 4 miles)

Gateside, near Beith, Ayrshire, KA15 1HQ

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Auchentoshan Distillery

Distance: 19.3 miles (26 min drive)

G81 4SJ

Finnieston Crane

Distance: 20.6 miles (28 min drive)

G3 8HN

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Distance: 20.6 miles (31 min drive)

G3 8AG

Orr's Trust Public Park

Distance: 1.7 miles (3 min drive)

KA15 2AQ

Ayrshire Coastal Path

Distance: 9 miles (13 min drive)

Hill of Stake

Distance: 9.6 miles (18 min drive)

The Co-operative Food

Distance: 1.6 miles (3 min drive)

KA15 2DJ

Idle Hands Shop and Bakery

Distance: 4.4 miles (8 min drive)

KA3 4AN

The Original Factory Shop

Distance: 6.4 miles (10 min drive)

KA24 5JD

Glengarnock Station

Distance: 3.4 miles (6 min drive)

KA14 3AN

Airport bus terminal

Distance: 13.1 miles (18 min drive)

PA3 2TE

Glasgow Airport

Distance: 14.1 miles (22 min drive)

PA3 2SW

Auchentoshan Distillery

Distance: 19.3 miles (26 min drive)

G81 4SJ

Finnieston Crane

Distance: 20.6 miles (28 min drive)

G3 8HN

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Distance: 20.6 miles (31 min drive)

G3 8AG

Orr's Trust Public Park

Distance: 1.7 miles (3 min drive)

KA15 2AQ

Ayrshire Coastal Path

Distance: 9 miles (13 min drive)

Hill of Stake

Distance: 9.6 miles (18 min drive)

The Co-operative Food

Distance: 1.6 miles (3 min drive)

KA15 2DJ

Idle Hands Shop and Bakery

Distance: 4.4 miles (8 min drive)

KA3 4AN

The Original Factory Shop

Distance: 6.4 miles (10 min drive)

KA24 5JD

Glengarnock Station

Distance: 3.4 miles (6 min drive)

KA14 3AN

Airport bus terminal

Distance: 13.1 miles (18 min drive)

PA3 2TE

Glasgow Airport

Distance: 14.1 miles (22 min drive)

PA3 2SW

Is Hillview Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The external games room with pool table, table tennis and table football is a big hit with kids. The enclosed lawned garden gives safe outdoor space. Lochwinnoch is 5 miles away with mountain bike hire. A travel cot and highchair are available on request.

For Couples

Hillview is listed under Romantic Getaways for good reason. A private hot tub for 6, a woodburner with logs included and a kingsize bed in Bedroom 1 set the scene. The second bedroom converts to a super kingsize on request. Quiet farm setting, no shared facilities and full privacy throughout.

Pet Friendly

Up to 2 dogs are welcome and pets stay free of charge. Dog and boot washing facilities are on site. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times due to the working sheep and dairy farm. The enclosed garden gives a safe outdoor space for dogs to enjoy.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Hillview

The Lochside House Hotel & Spa (Lochwinnoch)

Located 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: PA12 4DX

The Eglinton Arms Hotel (Beith)

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: KA15 1AA

The Bowfield Hotel & Country Club (Howwood)

Located Approx. 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: PA9 1DZ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Hillview

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes. Hillview has a private hot tub that seats 6. It sits outside in the enclosed garden and is for the sole use of guests staying at the property.

Is Hillview pet friendly?

Yes. Up to 2 dogs are welcome and pets stay free of charge. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times as the property sits on a working sheep and dairy farm.

How many guests can Hillview sleep?

The cottage sleeps a maximum of 4 guests across 2 bedrooms. Bedroom 1 has a kingsize (5ft) bed and Bedroom 2 has 2 zip-and-link singles that can be made into a super kingsize on request.

Is there parking at the property?

Yes. Hillview has private on-site parking for 2 cars. No street parking is needed.

What is included in the price?

Wi-Fi, electricity, bed linen and towels are all included. A welcome pack is provided on arrival and initial logs for the woodburner are also included.

Is the cottage suitable for walkers and cyclists?

Yes. The Ayrshire Coastal Path - a 100-mile coastal route - starts at Skelmorlie nearby. Mountain bike hire is available at Lochwinnoch, 5 miles away and a bike store is on site at the cottage.

Is there a games room?

Yes. There is an external games room with a pool table, table tennis and table football. This is separate from the main cottage and available to all guests.

Are there any additional costs to be aware of?

A refundable security deposit of £150 is required. Additional logs for the woodburner are available on site at £5 per basket after the initial supply is used.