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Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments

Apartment in Ayr with kitchen and balcony

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Located on Ayr Harbour's doorstep, Carrick Retreat offers a serene escape with a large balcony perfect for morning coffee or sunset drinks. This 2-bedroom property features an ensuite bathroom and family bathroom, as well as a sofa bed in the living room. With free parking next door and proximity to Ayr town centre and beach, you're surrounded by endless activities.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments

Summary:

Carrick Retreat is a modern two-bedroom apartment located beside Ayr Harbour, offering a relaxing coastal base with balcony views and fresh sea air. Ideal for leisure or business stays, the apartment features a bright open-plan living space, two bathrooms including an ensuite, free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking. Ayr Beach and Ayr town centre are both within walking distance. Travel cot and highchair available on request.



The Space:

This spacious apartment includes two comfortable bedrooms, a family bathroom and an ensuite, alongside a well-designed open-plan living, dining and kitchen area. The private balcony provides the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee or unwind after a day exploring the Ayrshire coast. The apartment is accessible by both lift and stairs.



Guest Access:

Guests have exclusive access to the entire two-bedroom apartment for the duration of their stay, ensuring privacy and comfort throughout. Keys are collected offsite at our hotel, roughly a 5 minute drive from your property.



The Neighborhood:

Situated beside Ayr Harbour and close to Ayr Beach, the area is ideal for coastal walks and seaside relaxation. Ayr town centre offers a wide range of cafés, restaurants and bars, with popular nearby options including Tempura, Pizzaioli and The Treehouse, plus The Smoking Goat Bar & Grill and the Wellington Bar for drinks.



Getting Around:

Ayr town centre is within walking distance, with shops, dining and transport links close by. Prestwick Airport is approximately 15 minutes by car, while Glasgow can be reached in around 50 minutes via the A77 or M77. Ayr train and bus stations provide regular services across the region.



Other Things to Note:

Donnini Apartments offer a private, home-away-from-home experience. Enjoy professionally styled interiors, premium hotel linen, fluffy white towels and toiletries, all included at no extra charge.

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Check-in: 3pm – 11pm

Check-out: 7am – 11am



Interaction with Guests:

Our team is available to assist with queries or local recommendations during your stay, while always respecting your privacy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets allowed on request at a charge of £30 per stay. 2 pets stay for £50 *Please note this price is for one week only, extra charges will apply fo...

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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About the area

Ayr is home to this apartment. Ayr Pavilion and Auld Brig are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Culzean Country Park and Eglinton Country Park. Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Centre and LA Bowl are also worth visiting. Visit our Ayr travel guide
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Ayr, Scotland

What's nearby

  • "Until standardisation of weights and measures in the 18th century, a "mile" in Scotland could be a variable distance. Generally a Scottish mile was longer than a mile in England, a fact which was immortalised by Robert Burns in his poem "Tam o' Shanter" - "We think na on the lang Scots miles..." After the Union of the Parliaments in 1701, the standard English measure began to be introduced in Scotland, gradually replacing the Lang Scots Mile. The Lang Scots Mile Walk was created in 2002 on the seafront of Ayr to commemorate the town's historical links with Burns as well as to encourage healthy exercise. It was estimated that a 10 stone man or woman walking Lang Scots Mile would burn off 115 calories and a 16 stone person, 184 calories." (June 2017)
    Ayr Beach
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ayr racecourse
    Ayr Racecourse
    3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ayr Town Hall
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ayr Pavilion
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Low Green
    11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Newton-on-Ayr Station
    6 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • The West Kirk (Wetherspoon)
    11 min walk
  • The Tree House
    11 min walk
  • Marcos Chippy
    10 min walk
  • Cecchini's
    11 min walk
  • Kitty Cat Cafe
    6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments located?

Situated in Ayr, this apartment building is steps away from Ayr Beach and River Ayr Way. Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Centre and Ayr Town Hall are also within 10 minutes. Ayr Station is 20 minutes by foot and Newton-on-Ayr Station is 22 minutes.

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Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments Reviews

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Cleanliness

10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Lovely apartment.

Our accomadation was changed from The Carrick Retreat to Bay Veiw a couple of weeks before we arrived. On a whole our apartment was very nice and clean, bathroom was lovely with towels supplied, the bed was very comfortable with super soft linen. We had a couple of maintenance issues and one of the arm chairs had a broken leg and the sofa which converts to a bed was quite uncomfortable and also had loose arms. When we called the maintenance issues in the staff were very apologetic and mannerly.This didn't stop us having a lovely stay and would definitely book with you again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant View

The apartment was spacious, comfortable and with great views out to sea.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Quiet location

We enjoyed our stay at Donnini apartments. Wonderful view out the sitting room window. Check in was a bit of a trial as we couldn't figure where the keys were. After finding them, it made some sense but that was not really an issue. The place was really quiet (nice for us seniors). Smaller than we two Americans were used too but fine for our Scottish friends. We had a really lovely visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019