Garrison House Motorhome Aire
Glasgow St, Millport, Isle of Cumbrae KA28 0DJ
The Garrison House Motorhome Site is a dedicated overnight stopover (Aire) located in the heart of Millport on the beautiful Isle of Cumbrae, North Ayrshire, Scotland. Nestled within the manicured grounds of a historic 1745 Gothic mansion, this dog-friendly site is open all year round and offers a peaceful island escape.
Motorhome and Campervan Stopover Details
Vehicle Limits: Not suitable for vehicles over 8 metres in length.
Pitch Layout: The bays are numbered and allocated by vehicle size. Most gravel pitches are flat, though a few slightly sloping spaces are best suited for smaller 6-metre campervans.
Timings: Arrival is permitted from 1:00 PM, and departure must be completed by 12:00 PM (noon) the following day.
Booking: Online reservations are available directly via the official website.
Pricing Structures:Off-Peak (October–May): Monday–Thursday at £20/night; Friday–Sunday at £25/night.
Peak Season (June–September): Monday–Thursday at £25/night; Friday–Sunday at £30/night.
Facilities & On-Site Amenities
The site operates as a traditional European-style Aire, meaning it focuses on vehicle utility rather than standard holiday park luxuries.
Included Services: All pitch fees include Electric Hook-Up (EHU) bollards, an Elsan chemical closet point for black waste, grey waste disposal, a fresh water supply tap, and communal recycling facilities.
Sanitation Restrictions: There are no dedicated toilet or shower blocks on-site. Stopover vehicles must be fully self-contained.
Daytime Toilets: Visitors can access the clean public restrooms inside the main Garrison House building during standard business hours.
On-Site & Local Dining
The Garrison House Café - Situated right on your doorstep in the sunken courtyard of the main property. It offers light lunches, home baking, coffee, and afternoon ice cream sundaes. The outdoor courtyard is dog-friendly and provides fresh water bowls.
The Newton Bar - Located just yards from the property on Glasgow Street, offering a convenient local pub atmosphere.
The Dancing Midge Cafe - A nearby option along the seafront for traditional breakfast foods and early afternoon snacks.
Frasers Bar - A short walk down Cardiff Street, ideal for evening drinks with the locals.
Local Area Information
Known affectionately as the "Jewel of the Clyde," the Isle of Cumbrae sits just an hour's drive from Glasgow followed by an 8.5-minute CalMac ferry crossing from Largs. The Aire sits just a few minutes’ walk from Millport’s main seafront promenade.
On-Site Attractions: The Garrison House building itself hosts the Museum of the Cumbraes, a local community library with internet access, and a local medical surgery.
Outdoor Activities: The island is a famous hub for road cycling, with bike hire shops like Mapes of Millport located nearby to help you pedal the flat, 10-mile scenic loop around the island.
Points of Interest: Easily explore the Cathedral of the Isles (Britain's smallest cathedral) or visit the Robertson Museum and Aquarium situated at the local Field Studies Council.
