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  • One of the charter boats we can organise for you. The Western Isles are renowned as one of the top places to visit by boat in the world.
  • One of the charter boats we can organise for you. The Western Isles are renowned as one of the top places to visit by boat in the world.
  • South beach in Troon is great whether you wish to simply go for a wander, or try out some watersports such as kitesurfing or windsurfing. Troon has some of the best Kitesurfers and windsurfers in Scotland and they provide a great spectacle on a windy day.
  • South beach in Troon is great whether you wish to simply go for a wander, or try out some watersports such as kitesurfing or windsurfing. Troon has some of the best Kitesurfers and windsurfers in Scotland and they provide a great spectacle on a windy day.
  • South beach in Troon is great whether you wish to simply go for a wander, or try out some watersports such as kitesurfing or windsurfing. Troon has some of the best Kitesurfers and windsurfers in Scotland and they provide a great spectacle on a windy day.
  • Ayr Racecourse is Scotland's premier racecourse and hosts the Scottish National and the Ayr Gold Cup which is one of the richest races held in the UK.
  • Dumfries House is owned by HRH Prince of Wales. We can organise private tours of this stunning house for our guests.

Hillhouse is situated 2 miles from the Ayrshire seaside town of Troon and about a 40 minute drive from Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow.

Troon is a one of the most desirable places to live in southwest Scotland and the town is host to world class golf courses, fine restaurants, bars, shops, yachts and great beaches. Outside of Troon there are rugged hills, historic houses, stunning rivers and the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow to explore.

Our staff at Hillhouse are always delighted to help you find something entertaining to do locally during your stay here.

Activities

Historic Houses

There are numerous historic houses and sites in Ayrshire to visit; such as the birthplace of the great Scottish poet Robert Burns and Culzean Castle. But perhaps the most interesting is Dumfries House. Dumfries House is an 18th century time capsule nestling in 2000 acres of countryside. With its exquisite contents, it has remained virtually unchanged for over 250 years. The House was saved from the auctioneer's hammer by HRH Prince Charles, The Prince of Wales. Designed by the renowned 18th century architect brothers, John, Robert and James Adam, Dumfries House was built between 1754 and 1759. The house holds the most important collection of works from Thomas Chippendale for the first time can be seen by the public. Hillhouse can organise a private tour of this stunning house for our guests. When you visit Dumfries house you will see why HRH Prince Charles, The Prince of Wales saved the house and its contents from the auctioneer's hammer.

SHOOTING

Hillhouse can organise all types of shooting for our guests, from the highest driven birds to a simulated clay pigeon day within our grounds.

SALMON FISHING - RIVER DOON

The River Doon offers some of the best and most scenic salmon fishing in Ayrshire. Hillhouse will be happy to organise fishing by the day on the Skeldon Estate beat of the River Doon for our guests. This beat of the river averages 130 salmon per year.

HORSE RACING

Ayr Racecourse is Scotland's premier racecourse. It is home to the Scottish Grand National and the Ayr Gold Cup which is the richest race held on Scottish soil. The racecourse has excellent bars, restaurants, champagne bars and entertainment to compliment your days racing.

BOAT & YACHT CHARTER

It is no secret that the Western Isles of Scotland offers some of the best sailing and most stunning scenery in the world. Hillhouse has Troon Marina on its doorstep, providing a gateway to an unforgettable sailing experience amongst the Western Isles. Whether you want to be powered at speed, cruised in luxury or blown by wind we will see that you are provided with the perfect boat and crew to suit your needs.

KITESURFING & WINDSURFING

Troon is host to some of the best kitesurfing and windsurfing beaches on the Scottish mainland. The water is warmed by the Gulf Stream effect, meaning it is possible to kite or windsurf at any time of year, however the months of April - October offer the best conditions.

ARRAN

Arran is one of the most accessible of the Scottish islands and one of the most southerly. The line between the Highlands and Lowlands of Scotland divides the island almost exactly in two and Arran mirrors the differing landscapes of the country more widely, forming a "Scotland in miniature". The north is ruggedly mountainous and sparsely populated, the south softer in landscape and home to the majority of the people who live here. Arran is easily accessible from Hillhouse and the island provides a range of activities to suit everyone for a memorable day trip.