About Egmond Estates

The cottages are owned by Murray & Geraldine Wilson who, in 1998 could see the potential of the disused school buildings and seperate schoolmasters house. Murray in particular spent his childhood holidays with his parents staying at the adjoining farm. Indeed the Wilsons have been holidaying in Kildonan since the 1920s when the school was in full use until it closed the 1980s.

The temptation to pull the whole building down was resisted by the architect responsible for the final design and layout of each cottage.

An opportunity to design for assisted disabled was taken for houses 1 and 2 and this has proved popular. Whilst Murray, Geraldine & family live on the mainland in Helensburgh, Murray is on site during the season to meet guests and maintain the gardens and properties. The cleaning staff also live nearby and take a very active pride in cleaning and maintaining the fabric of the houses.

Egmond Estates continues to update and improve within an annual budget and welcomes guests suggestions on any improvements required. We are 3 star Visit Scotland rated. Why not try a long weekend outwith the main season. The cottages are fully central heated with log fires. Arran can be and is a lovely place especially in winter

Normal season self-catering is weekly, ie Saturday to Saturday, but we are very flexible on dates. Pets are welcome at an extra charge for cleaning