Where is Arran? The Isle of Arran is the largest island in the Firth of Clyde and the seventh largest Scottish island. It's a beautiful island for adventure, leisure, activity and just being. Check out visitarran and visitscotland

How close is Glencairn to Brodick Village? Glencairn is just a 6 minute walk or 2 min drive to Brodick Village

How far is the ferry terminal? Brodick ferry terminal is approximately 1.5 miles away, about a 5 min drive or 15 min walk

How do I get to the Isle of Arran? CalMac ferries run regularly from Troon or Ardrossan on the mainland to Brodick. The crossing takes approximately 55 minutes. Book in advance at calmac.co.uk

Do I need a car on Arran? Glencairn is very near the ferry terminal and village so many of our guests come car free. Local buses operate, and bikes can be hired in Brodick

What's included in my stay? Your stay includes a double bedroom, spacious dining room, kitchen, 2 bathrooms, upstairs living room, sun porch, and access to our beautiful garden and lawn.

Is there WiFi? Yes, complimentary WiFi is available throughout the house

Is there parking? Yes, there is private parking

Are bed linen and towels provided? Yes, all bed linen and towels are provided

What kitchen facilities are available? The kitchen is fully equipped with cooker, fridge, kettle, toaster, and all essential cookware and utensils

Is there heating? Yes

Is there a washing machine? Yes, and a tumble dryer for your use

How do I book Glencairn? Please go directly to CottagesonArran

What are your rates? £145 per night

What are check in and check out times? Check in is from 4pm. Check out is by 10am. Flexible times may be available on request

Can children stay at Glencairn? Glencairn is an adult only house for guests aged 18 and over. For family friendly options, visit CottagesonArran

Do you accept pets? We cannot accommodate pets at Glencairn

Our eat out recommendations: The Parlour - yummy fresh pizza, The Old Pier Cafe - delicous home baking sweet and savoury, Lamlash Bay Hotel - beautiful bay views

Our drink out recommendations: The Douglas Hotel - just down the road, great views of the bay. The Kinloch Hotel - lovely drive over the hill to this Arran institution. The Ormidale Hotel the local’s local. Arran Botanical Drinks

Isle of Arran foody info: local food shopping

The Isle of Arran offers exceptional wildlife viewing, with opportunities to see Scotland's ‘Big Five’ - golden eagles, red deer, red squirrels, otters and seals. Thanks to the absence of key predators like foxes and grey squirrels, Arran's native wildlife populations thrive

From Glencairn’s garden look out for red squirrels, hedgehogs, pheasants, amazing birdlife, butterflies and buzzards overhead. So much to see! Check out these local sites: COAST, Arran Wild Walks

Our Top 3 beaches: Sannox for lazy day picnic and swims, Blackwaterfoot for stunning beach walks and sunsets, Sandbraes for the lovely golden sand. Arrans Beaches

What are the must see attractions? Brodick Castle, Machrie Moor Standing Stones, Arran Distilleries, Arran Geopark was designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark in April 2025

Where are the nearest walks? Glencairn sits right on the Arran Coastal Pathway, turn left for Lamlash or right for Brodick and the North

What can we do if it rains? Embrace Glencairn's cosy charm indoors, or venture out to Arrans dramatic landscape. The island is beautiful in all weathers