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The Cart Shed.
Floor plan.
The kitchen.
Dining table in the kitchen.
Upstairs living room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Kilmarnock, Ayrshire
  • Place, The BBSP Stadium Rugby Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Garage
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kay Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Beautifully Converted Mews Cottage Offering Highest Level of Comfort & Style

A warm welcome awaits you at Old Rome Mews Cottages. Our two four star cottages sit side by side and are named “The Cart Shed” and “The Byre.” Beautifully converted, each property sleeps six guests and offers the highest level of comfort and style. Set in the heart of Ayrshire, we are located on the edge of Gatehead village, five miles from Troon and two miles from Kilmarnock. Prestwick Airport is only a 10 minute drive away and the beautiful city of Glasgow is only 30 minutes by car. Our local award winning pub, The Cochrane Inn, is only a short stroll away. Perfect for a cosy drink or a delicious bar meal.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Kilmarnock

Located in Kilmarnock, this cottage is in a rural area. The Garage and Kilmarnock Barassie Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit TryKiteSurfing and Treasure Trails. Irvine Beach Park and Scottish Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Kilmarnock, Ayrshire

What's nearby

  • The BBSP Stadium Rugby Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • The Garage - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Dick Institute - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Kay Park - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Dean Castle Country Park - 10 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Kilmaurs Station - 7 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Jefferson - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Longhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bonnyton Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Converted Mews Cottage Offering Highest Level of Comfort & Style pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautifully Converted Mews Cottage Offering Highest Level of Comfort & Style?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautifully Converted Mews Cottage Offering Highest Level of Comfort & Style on 14 May 2026 start from NZ$422, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautifully Converted Mews Cottage Offering Highest Level of Comfort & Style?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Converted Mews Cottage Offering Highest Level of Comfort & Style?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Converted Mews Cottage Offering Highest Level of Comfort & Style?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Converted Mews Cottage Offering Highest Level of Comfort & Style located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from The BBSP Stadium Rugby Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from The Garage. Dick Institute and Kay Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was exceptionally clean and well appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in a lovely peaceful setting. Immaculately clean with a well stocked kitchen. Nice touches of fresh milk and fruit cake as a welcome offering. Lovely pub just a short walk up the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Lovely property

Really lovely property, very spacious. Our three year old was delighted to find some toys to play with. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2023
Dear Karen Thank you so much for taking the time to share a lovely review on this site. We are happy to read that our little guest enjoyed playing with the toys in the cottage. We would love to have you all stay with us again! Amanda, Louise, Allan & Ruby 💕
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

The most beautiful home in Grantown

An exceptional place to stay!! The house was immaculately presented, and we wanted for nothing. Thank you for hosting part of our amazing Highlands tour!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Hi Jeff I know you had a fabulous stay with us also at Old Rome Mews Cottages!. It was our pleasure to welcome your family ❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T M.

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

Tmc

Really clean, very nice place, really peaceful.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2025
A big thank you for your kind review. Lovely to hear you loved the peace and quiet and were happy with the cleanliness of the cottage!. We would love to host you again sometime in the future if you are in our area again. Take care, Amanda,Louise & Ruby
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony A.

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

A absolute gem

A great place to relax, a perfect location to sightsee not far from all shopping. Amanda was the perfect host and thought of everything. Over all it’s a 10 from me .
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
Hi Tony Wow! Thanks for such a top review!🙏
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10/10 Excellent

Jodie F.

A wonderful place stay with a lovely homely feel

We had a fantastic stay. Amanda went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable, even at such short notice over the festive period. We are a family of four with two young children. Amanda filled the house with little extras everywhere. Toys, home baking treats, hire chair and even a little Christmas tree and bubbly in the fridge. It was a delight. The location was super for us aswell, just five minutes drive from family we were visiting and set within lovely Ayrshire countryside. The accommodation was spotless and offered ample space for us all. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Hello Jodie Thank you so much for your 5 star review. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay and visit to Ayrshire over Christmas. It is always our pleasure to welcome guests big and small with little touches in the cottages..especially over the festive period! With all our best wishes for a happy and healthy 2018! Amanda,Louise Allan & Ruby
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathie A.

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

Fabulous Property

Extremely happy with our stay at the “The Cart Shed”. It was like a home away from home. Was very well equipped down to the toys and games for our 4 year old family member who was travelling with us. Would definitely stay there again for future visits to Scotland. Highly recommend this property
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2022
Dear Cathie Thank you so much for this wonderful review. We are so pleased to read that you stay was "fabulous". great to hear that you appreciated all the books and toys provided in the cottage for our younger guests!. We hope to see you all again sometime in the future. take care, Amanda, Louise, Ruby & Allan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zita W.

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

Lazy Scottish Holiday

The property was lovely and cozy. Great thought had been given to the interior with lovely touches. It is in a very quiet hamlet which suited us. Sadly the village pub had closed!! Kitchen well supplied with cooking appliances, nice crockery and glasses. A peaceful week with too much eating and drinking.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2022
Hello Zita Many thanks for leaving a review to help any future guests on this site. It makes us very happy to read that you had a lovely relaxing week and enjoyed the interiors of the cottage and found it quiet and cozy. The village pub is hopefully going to be taken over soon and this will be great news for all of us in the area!. Thanks for being a great guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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

Gorgeous house in a beautiful setting

My mum, sister and I had a wonderful stay here earlier this month. The accomodation is very tasteful and spotlessly clean. Some lovely touches to make us feel welcome, including home baking. From Gatehead, we visited Troon, Ayr, Largs and took the ferry to the Isle of Cumbrae - stunning scenery. Would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Dear Alison Thank you for choosing to stay at Old Rome Mews Cottages for your short break away with your mum and sister. We really appreciate you taking the time to share this lovely feedback. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed our wonderful location and made the most of your time in our beautiful area. Taking the wee ferry to Cumbrae is one of our favourite days out too!🥰. We hope to welcome you back sometime in the future. Kind regards Amanda, Louise, Allan & Ruby
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Excellent

Didn’t want to leave, place was perfect, owners were lovely! Will definitely return!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Thank you so much John for your very kind review. It was so nice meeting yourself and your lovely family. You were perfect guests and we would love it if you would come back and visit us again sometime. Safe onward travels..keep well everyone. 😀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

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

Perfect environment to relax in.

The cart shed cottage was exactly what we needed as a family after a very tough year, the personal touches and relaxing environment made it easy to switch off and relax, every person had a room that felt special. There was no corner of the cottage that felt overlooked or neglected. Neighbours staying next door did not encroach on the space as it felt individual outside with our own terrace. Location was very good. Just outside of Kilmarnock to be very quiet and near enough to Glasgow for some serious retail therapy. 😊 Scotland is beautiful and we loved going out to various locations which were within a short drive. Lots of information on nearby facilities and attractions was very helpful too. We would heartily recommend this venue 👌
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2021
Dear Emma It was so nice to meet you and your lovely family. Thank you so much for writing such a wonderful in depth review of your stay in The Cart Shed. It is so nice to hear that you managed to fully relax while staying with us after such a horrible year!. The comment about each room being special is touching for us ..we try to make each room unique and welcoming for all our guests staying. Great to hear you found the location good as well and enjoyed getting out & about. Glasgow & Edinburgh are indeed an easy day trip away! Hope you are all back home happy and settled. Stay well and hope to see you all again sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

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

Lovely stay at The Cart Shed

Arrived slightly early after a long drive and welcomed by the owners. We found the cottage to be very clean with lots of homely touches. The cottage was a peaceful and comfortable place to stay and we would recommended to future holiday makers. The Holman family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2021
Hi Caroline Many thanks for leaving a review of your stay in The Cart Shed at Old Rome Mews Cottages. We are delighted to read that you found the cottage very clean and enjoyed the welcome treats and homely touches. It was our pleasure to have you and your family stay with us. Amanda, Louise, Ruby & Allan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey D.

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

Homely

Excellent accommodation. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2021
Hello Audrey
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

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

July Trip

Lovely cottage with plenty room for 6. Well equipped with nice wee sun trap garden. Not much in Gatehead but only 10 mins drive from Troon and 20 mins from Ayr so was ideal for a trip to the races. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2021
Dear Ian Thank you for sharing your experience with the VRBO visitors. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed your travels to Ayr Races and the nearby town of Troon. The Cart Shed is indeed a spacious property and we are delighted that you enjoyed its sunny patio. We have also just added a couple of comfy recliner chairs to our patio furniture..hopefully this glorious weather will continue and our guests will enjoy relaxing in the sunshine!. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again soon. Take Care , Amanda, Louise, Allan & Ruby.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Perfect all round

Great host, lovely property and beautiful location. Communication has been exemplary and a nice homely feel to the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2020
Hi Will Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice review. It is very helpful for future guests who may be considering a stay at Old Rome Mews Cottages. Hope to see you again sometime in the future. All the best Amanda, Louise, Allan & Ruby
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Great place!

As a family of 6 we had a great stay in a spacious and very clean and well presented house. The owner was excellent to deal with, very friendly and quick to respond to any requests, a lovely cake and fresh milk and coffee were an extremely nice welcoming touch. The house is very well situated if you are looking at exploring the coastline along the Firth of Clyde - Largs, Arran, Culzean and Glasgow was only 30-45 minutes away, we even made it the Forest of Ae to enjoy the great mountain bike trails there. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again when back in the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2020
Hi Matt Many thanks for taking the time to leave your comments here and for choosing Old Rome Mews Cottages for your stay in Ayrshire. Great to hear you enjoyed your days exploring our beautiful area and even managed to fit in some excellent mountain biking!. We are very happy to know that you all enjoyed the welcome treats, especially our homemade cake!. We would love to welcome you back again if you are visiting our area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

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

Perfect location would recommend to friends and family.

First class service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2020
Hi Anne It was lovely to meet you both and thank you so much for all your hard work during Covid. We are so happy to hear that you had a lovely few days relaxing at The Cart Shed and would recommend us to your friends and family. It would be our pleasure to welcome you back again. Wishing you both all the best from everyone at “Old Rome”.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Great house in beautiful setting.

This cottage is very nice, well maintained, clean, and in a beautiful location. The hosts are outstanding and extremely helpful. Highly recommended for any visit to this area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Hi James Many thanks for your kind review and for staying with us at Old Rome Mews Cottages. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the location idea for all the wonderful golf courses nearby. We wish you a safe trip home to North Carolina. Amanda & Louise
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn I.

Stunning location, well equipped and beautifully presented. We would definitely stay here again

Stunning, loved our stay and I'm sure we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Hi Dawn Thank you for sharing your feedback on your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed staying with us for your family wedding in Troon. Great to hear you found the cottage well equipped and beautifully presented. We hope you will be able to return sometime in the future. Kindest Regards Amanda,Louise, Allan & Ruby.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen V.

Wonderful home away from home

Our Scotland home stay in the Old Rome Mews Cottage was lovely beyond expectation. We were greeted with flowers and baked goods and clean, bright and cozy rooms. We had plenty of room for relaxing in the sitting room after a day of touring and a complete kitchen for use. Thanks, Amanda for your hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Hi Gretchen What a fantastic review to read!. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to write these kind words.It's great to hear you enjoyed your stay with us at Old Rome Mews Cottages and liked all our little welcome treats!. We hope that you'll think of us again should you plan another great adventure in Scotland!. Until then, greetings to everyone over in Canada & America.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wojciech W.

Absolutelly fantastic

Newly refubrished properties. Nice, clean, with plenty of space. Tye Owner is very nice and helpful. Everything was superb. I cannot imagine better place to stay in the area. We will be comming back for sure.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Hello Wojciech Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of staying in The Cart Shed. We are grateful for your kind words and pleased to know you were happy with your stay in the cottage. We send you our warmest greetings and will look forward to seeing you again sometime in the future. Amanda,Louise,Allan & Ruby
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10/10 Excellent

jill w.

The Cart Shed

Fabulous stay in the Card Shed. Very welcoming - lovely little Halloween treats left for the children. Also very accessible for my mum with two bedrooms being on the ground floor and only 3 small steps into the cottage. Homely, warm, clean and family friendly. Thanks!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Dear Jill.It was a pleasure having you and your family to stay with us over Halloween.We are glad your mum found the cottage easily accessible which made for a relaxed and enjoyable stay. Thank you for taking the time to write a review and we send you our warmest regards.
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10/10 Excellent

Jan Karel d.

A lovely cottage in a nice area

I would highly recommend the Cart Shed at Old Rome for holiday stay. From the beginning we felt at home. Besides that is very spacious it is also very clean. When we were exploring the area, we knew we would have a good night rest every day. If there will be a next time for this area we don't know, but if there is, we would absolutely stay at this cottage.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review.It means a great deal to us knowing our guests have enjoyed their stay.We are delighted that you found the cottage very clean and comfortable.It is so important for us to maintain a high standard of cleanliness. If you do manage to return to Ayrshire sometime we would love to have you stay with us again. Kind Regards from all of us at Oldrome
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10/10 Excellent

Loren S.

A cottage like no other!

The Cart Shed at Old Rome is a holiday cottage that I would highly recommend! It is furnished to the highest standard and then some. The owners have really gone to a lot of effort to make it homely, spacious and comfortable with many added touches that make all the difference in the world! Our family enjoyed our stay there so very much and we would highly recommend this cottage and it's wonderful location so close to miles of unspoiled beaches, a short drive from the Highlands, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The Cart Shed was a cottage we were excited to return to every evening after exploring Ayrshire and beyond. Thank you to the team at Old Rome - we will hopefully be back again one day!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are delighted that you and your family enjoyed your stay with us at Old Rome Mews Cottages.It would be our pleasure to welcome you back sometime in the future. Kindest Regards from us all at "Old Rome".

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