Lea2003 & KristinaM - We booked through Arran Hideaways . We got a cracking bargain, but he isn't taking anymore bookings until January as he's refurbishing the cottage and adding 2 more en suite rooms.
The cottage we booked is called West Winds in Brodick. Brodick is a good place to stay as the ferry comes in there and there's a big Co-op. Plus most places in Brodick had a wonderful view of Brodick Bay and Castle. Out of this world I swear to god!
My budget was £300-£400 for 7 nights. My stipulations were: Sea view, Washing Machine/Tumble Dryer, cot. Plus Electricity/Gas included in the price.
There were loads of cottages available! We took West Winds coz its 4 star, but since it was last minute booking the price was reduced from £750 per week to £350!!! Too good to miss.
The whole island is fantastic, every village looks totally different from the one before and completely unique.
Gorgeous walks, crazy golf, fishing, beaches, rock pools, horse-riding. Cheesemaking, chocolate factory and Arran Aromatics factory! Loved it.
We took the car and travelled all over the island and managed to see a few of the other cottages we were considering, all beautiful. Ds loved it too. Dd is a bit young to appreciate it.