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

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Sun-loungers
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Brodick, Isle of Arran
  • Machrie Moor Stone Circles
    18 min drive
  • King's Cave
    19 min drive
  • Grogport Beach
    225 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)
    124 min drive

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About this property

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

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.
During your stay at this farm stay, you'll be close to Carradale Golf Club. You'll find features like an arcade/game room.
  • Free WiFi
  • 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Machrie Moor Stone Circles and 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from King's Cave
This farm stay offers its guests an arcade/game room and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Isle of Arran farm stay is smoke free.

Property manager

Jenny Thomson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/games room
  • Table tennis

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay on Arran!
The Banlicken Farmhouse on Arran was a great location for our family vacation. Off the beaten path, it offers amazing views, serenity, and the space for an entire family to spread out for quiet time. We’d encourage families looking for the complete Arran experience to consider Banlicken!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter B., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking
A farmhouse type experience without the animals. Secluded, great views, and lots to see on Arran. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious
We had a wonderful stay . Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilse V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time at Banlicken
We had a wonderful time during our stay at Banlicken. The area and views are superb. It's such a beautiful spot, with an outstanding large garden and even a private source running through it. The house meant a very warm en comfortable place to us, we spent hours in the cosy kitchen. Thanks a lot, we're looking forward to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M., Cambridge

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Nicola R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Week at Banlicken
Beautiful position looking over the water. We had amazing weather all week which meant not much time spent in the house during the day. Cottage was great to give extra privacy. Real traditional farmhouse, only comment is an extra bathroom would be good oh and a trampoline would be perfect! Requested by my son. 4/4 is better for the track but no big deal. Saw a deer and red squirrels in the garden, seals on the beach, peacocks and pheasants too.

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The drive is definitely worth it!
The property was beautiful, and in a fantastic position above the coast with complete privacy and amazing views. It was very easy to get around the island with lots of different activities available. Kayaking and wild swimming were particular highlights for us.

10/10 Excellent

antony b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week in Arran
We had a lovely week at Banlicken. Stunning location and beautiful property. Loved the view, great for walking and seeing wildlife- golden eagles, red squirrels and seals.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remote and peaceful
We had a lovely time at Banlicken. It has a peaceful, remote and special feel to it. The accommodation adds to this and the rooms have a feeling of being lived in and special. The kitchen in particular is a great space for a group meal and we spent most evenings there. A lovely stay .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Colin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
One week stay in Arran
We had a great week at the property. Weather was up and down. We liked the secluded nature of the property. The drive up the track was always an adventure. Great size of kitchen and dinning area. Amazing views over to the west. We had a three year old with us and you have to be watching out, and following him around. As Jenny mentioned, the garden is on fairly uneven ground and you have to watch the smallest children around the burn . We all enjoyed playing table tennis and the play barn area. We all felt the week went very fast and would love to return in the future .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend trip to Arran
We stayed at the property for 3 nights over a September weekend. My husband, daughter and I were visiting from the states with my sister and family who are from Edinburgh and booked the property for a long weekend. It was located in a gorgeous setting and the atmosphere was relaxing, magical and private. We made great memories and truly enjoyed the unique opportunity to see a more remote area of Scotland. The play barn was also wonderful for the kids.

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Banlicken Farmhouse
Idyllic.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

sarah b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Genuinely remote
This is a lovely property which is comfortably furnished and feels like a proper well-loved home. It really is remote; it takes a long time to drive along the track and depending on the weather/your car, you might not find you can always get down it. The nearest shop really is a long way away and you absolutely have to check the water supply regularly. In return, you get spectacular views and real space. Sadly, you won’t enjoy sitting outside most evenings because the midges will drive you in. You will also not get silence-the stream and the wind are noisy- but you will get peace. If you are of a nervous disposition do not come here! We had a storm one evening and the following day three of the four roads across the island were closed, some ferries were cancelled and the ford was running very high, all in August, but we thought it was worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Duncan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect getaway on Arran
We have just got back from 2 weeks at Banlicken and had a wonderful time at the house and also across all that Arran has to offer. The house itself it perfect as a base from which you can explore the island and also get across to Skipness on Kintyre which is recommended if nothing else because of Skipness Seafood Cabin serving delicious fresh seafood with Skipness Castle as a stunning backdrop on one side and views across to Arran the other. With 2 small children (aged 18months and 5yrs) we hoped the house would satisfy them as well as ourselves and we weren't disappointed. The House is well stocked with games, toys and DVD/videos which were appreciated when we needed some down time to recharge the kids batteries. For us adults all the key essentials (and more) were provided to make life as easy as possible and to make the house feel like that very well used cliche - a home from home. It is worth noting that the drive way up to the cottage off the main road isn't for the timid but perfectly passable none the less. The water for the house coming direct from the mountain side needs checking and that is a short hike up the side of the hill so again not ideal if 10min walks up hill aren't your thing. The views at the check point are worth it though as you get widescreen views of Banlicken and the Kilbrannan Sound beyond and Kintyre beyond that. As for Arran itself, there is so much to see and do that 12 days wasn't enough which means we'll have to return soon!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We had a great holiday lots to see and do

10/10 Excellent

Zoe M.

Halloween week 2018
I have just returned from a marvellous holiday in Banlicken. There were 3 families of four and a spaniel. The house was very remote, well equipped and just what we were looking for. There were plenty of games for the evening. The route to the house was fun but I am glad we arrived in the light. The ramble to the beach down the shortest route was slippy in the rain and sturdy boots were required. Sausages on an open fire were the reward. What more could you want!! Seals and porpoise, we saw them too. Great week, great island, fantastic property with lots of helpful information.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Peaceful,picturesque, near perfect.
The house and bothy were comfortable, beautifully furnished , with the arrangement of the accommodation ideally suited for extended family. The big kitchen diner was a great space to congregate, and was very well equipped. Loads of crockery and big pans. We really enjoyed the views over the water to Kintyre. The farm track to the property had had some work done to it, and was easily passable with a heavily loaded family hatchback. Finally, both owner and housekeeper could not have been more helpful and friendly throughout our entire dealings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C., Glasgow

A gem of a place, isolated and a long farm track with views making it all worth while
Although remote as described, this house offered seclusion,a sense of peace and views which were quite outstanding. It offered our children and grandchildren a sense of freedom. The road has been described fully and can be a bit tricky for those not used to farm tracks. It was well maintained though and was passible by our 2 saloon cars, though there is a ford which was full flow after a stormy night. Would be impossible if two cars met! The house was one of the best stocked holiday homes I’ve been to, regarding kitchen equipment, games, dvds and videos. Reading material really interesting too. Play barn was used but we were reasonably lucky with weather so out and about a lot. After a long spell of drought water flow to tank really a trickle but luckily the rain came just at right time and with quick clean of input pipe and clearing of airlock no issues over the course of week. Full instruction were given and we were well warned that this is one of the quirks of this isolated farm house... it’s a gem of a place and we left with every intention of returning. Thank you for allowing us to share the experience of living in your home. Many lovely memories made.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susie H.

Fantastic rural setting for a big family get together
We ranged from 4 to 70 years old and very much enjoyed our stay at Banlicken. The beautiful big farmhouse kitchen is the perfect place for a large group to gather round the table and the kitchen is very well equipped. We stayed during a cold spell in February but the heating was efficient enough plus the fire in the cosy living room to keep us warm. The kids had a great time all sleeping in the annex together. It is certainly remote and the track up to the house not for the faint hearted (or low slung car!) but we found it all part of the adventure! There is only one bathroom in the main house but not a major issue for relaxed holiday mornings. Book your ferry early!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018