40 Craigie Road, Ayr, KA8 0EZ

Listed 11 Aug 2026 · Ayr
Set within a highly sought-after residential area of Ayr, 25 Craigie Avenue is a particularly distinctive property which combines traditional character with excellent flexibility. The main house provides spacious accommodation arranged over two levels, with attractive period features including a bay window and generous proportions throughout. The accommodation includes multiple reception rooms, a well-appointed kitchen and utility area, three double bedrooms on the upper floor, together with additional versatile rooms that could be utilised as bedrooms, a home office or further living space. Externally, the property benefits from landscaped gardens, private parking accessed via double gates from Craigie Avenue and, most notably, a fully self-contained cottage offering considerable additional versatility.
In more detail, the accommodation extends to an entrance porch that leads into a bright and spacious reception hallway, a spacious bay-windowed lounge, a versatile additional living area or fourth bedroom and a home office or additional bedroom, with a convenient WC located nearby. The dining room flows through to the expansive kitchen, which provides a good range of storage and preparation space and is complemented by a separate utility room. Patio doors provide direct access to the rear gardens, allowing the kitchen and dining space to enjoy a pleasant outlook and easy connection with the outside. On the upper level, a generously proportioned landing provides access to three well-sized double bedrooms, together with a modern three-piece shower room and a separate bathroom. The accommodation provides excellent flexibility for family living, with the additional rooms on the ground floor offering scope to adapt the layout according to individual requirements.
Externally, the property features attractive landscaped gardens to the front, which are primarily laid to lawn and complemented by established shrubbery providing privacy and enhancing the property's traditional character. To the rear there is a decorative stone garden area, while double gates from Craigie Avenue provide valuable off-street parking. The rear grounds also provide access to the separate cottage, creating excellent potential for those seeking independent accommodation for family members or an income-generating opportunity.
The Cottage
A particularly noteworthy feature of the property is the fully self-contained three-bedroom cottage, providing an exceptional degree of flexibility. The cottage includes a light and bright open-plan living, dining and kitchen area together with a three-piece shower room and three bedrooms. Its independent nature makes it ideally suited to a variety of uses, whether as accommodation for extended family, a teenage or granny annexe, guest accommodation or potentially as a long-term rental or short-term holiday let, subject to the appropriate consents and regulations. There is also potential to create a more private entrance and dedicated garden area for the cottage, further enhancing its independence and appeal. The combination of the substantial main residence and separate accommodation makes this a particularly versatile proposition for a wide range of buyers.
EER - D Local Area Craigie Avenue is a well-established residential address within easy reach of Ayr town centre and a wide range of local amenities. The property is conveniently positioned close to Ayr Racecourse, while the town centre offers an excellent selection of shops, supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, schools, leisure facilities and transport links. Ayr's picturesque coastline and beaches are also within easy reach. For those commuting, the A77/M77 provides swift access towards Glasgow and the wider Central Belt, making the property particularly well placed for both local living and regular travel. The combination of its sought-after residential setting, proximity to amenities and excellent transport connections adds further appeal to this substantial and highly versatile home.
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Listed by Corum, Ayr on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 11 Aug 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 11/08/2026.
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