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Reviews of The Old School 4 stars

Dalleagles, New Cumnock, KA18 4QW, United Kingdom

Review score

Based on 52 B&B reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    7.6

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  • Reviewed: 13 August 2022

    10
    Great time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The chickens dog.

    Every thing about the old school.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2022

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best b&b I’ve stayed at! Breakfast was amazing with homemade jams that are just exceptional! Very helpful with organising taxi’s to and from a wedding. Couldn’t recommend more!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2022

    9.0
    Good it suited us fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really

    Breakfast was nice

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2022

    10
    Wonderful stay 🙂
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all!

    We had a wonderful stay at The Old School! The hosts were warm and welcoming, the breakfast was superbly cooked and the room was spotless! I would highly recommend staying here! Also, they have an adorable dog called Whisky who was a pleasure to meet as well 😀

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only issue we faced was when the B&B was at full capacity. The water ran out while my husband was showering.

    The hospitality of Liz & Mike was exceptional. Warm, welcoming, and friendly. We stayed in the History Room, and it was spacious enough for the two of us. A great place and good atmosphere. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2022

    9.0
    Very enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints

    Excellent breakfasts and hosts Facilities First class

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The warm welcome and introduction. The room was huge, some places would have it into two room. The dual aspect windows gave us a fantastic view to wake up to. We spent three days here and loved every minute of it. Liz and Mike were great hosts, breakfast set us up for the day each day.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2022

    10
    Absolutely superb and would return again without hesitation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our one issue was lack of taxi service in the area. We were there for a wedding at a large venue nearby but was totally unable to get a taxi service which meant that my husband had to drive which was not an ideal situation for us. This of course is no reflection on The Old School ... they were just as bewildered as we were but it needs to be mentioned for anyone finding themselves needing such a service.

    The location was stunning and the establishment absolutely wonderful with excellent attention to detail. The room was lovely, gorgeous comfy bed and lovely large spotless bathroom. Tea and coffee making facilities were good with a fab selection including home made shortbread. The breakfast was freshly cooked and delicious and plentiful with eggs from their own chickens and gorgeous home made jam which us available to purchase. The welcome was very good and the hosts could not do enough for us. They are lovely people and the business is a credit to them.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked it all!

    I had a great time staying at The Old School. Lovely warm welcome, beautiful spacious rooms that have everything you need. Really comfortable bed and INCREDIBLE breakfasts. I can't wait to stay again! Thank you Mike and Liz for your wonderful hospitality. 10/10.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2022

    10
    Very enjoyable stay would thoroughly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing everything perfect.

    We had a lovely time, the property is beautiful, Mike and Liz excellent hosts and a five star breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2022

    10
    Excellent place with exceptional views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Felt very welcomed by the host throughout our stay.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Large room and amazing shower

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    TWhen you enter a building like this it captivates your soul. The attention to detail and theme of its original purpose a village school. Which I attended as a child. I could not believe the transformation into this luxury accommodation. The furnishing and decor and original bits here and there blend into a mix of old and new. Mike and Liz are two very talented people in their individual ways which results in what you see . The Queen would feel at home here. The Old School is without a doubt Regal sophisticated and has a ambience of sheer bliss. A complete masterpiece in its own right. I take my hat of to Mike and Liz. I'm sure if Burns were alive his pen would flow the ink romantically accross the page and extend his heart imprinted forever on his mind the feeling this place would affect his mood . The Old School sheer poetry.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2021

    9.0
    Comfy and welcoming rural location - recommended !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The only thing I would have on a wishlist is that heating stayed on a touch later than 11, but on the plus side it meant we went to bed earlier.

    Mike and Liz were very welcoming. The old school is decorated and furnished to a high standard, breakfast was great and the jams home made. The bed was very comfy. The building has kept its theme in with being previously a school, and is quite curious in its own right. It well located for the rugged Galloway dark skies park, as well as exploring the surrounding villages and resturants. Really enjoyed staying !

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Owners were very friendly and welcoming. Room was spacious and we loved the underfloor heating in the bathroom. Breakfast was excellent. Plenty of spaces for parking. A lovely place to stay.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2021

    10
    best room ever.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing to dislike

    great breakfast thanks mike. liz very attentive and knowledeable. can only say stunning.worth 5 stars all day long.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2021

    10
    Mike and Liz are the best hosts and their accommodation is absolutely perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is an absolutely fantastic B and B, the rooms and dining rooms are second to none.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2021

    9.0
    Excellent stay. Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mike and Liz very friendly. Provided great service throughout our short stay.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2021

    10
    Would thoroughly recommend staying at this guest house.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Exceptional standard of care, owners went out their way to be as helpful as possible. Best breakfast I have ever had in any hotel or guesthouse in 45 years.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2021

    10
    Very enjoyable thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A wee snug would have been nice to get a wee drink and meet some new people

    Mike and liz were lovely very friendly made us feel so at home

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2021

    9.0
    very hospital hosts and unique building.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It would have been great to have dinner on offer as it was approximately a 6-10mile round trip to eat out or get takeaway food. We would love to stay here again

    Mike’s cooking was excellent. Liz and Mike made us very welcome. The location is beautiful but a car is essential. Our hosts very kindly allowed us to use their dining area to bring ‘carry out’ food in as they don’t offer dinner. Great stay.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2021

    9.0
    Very relaxing stay in a beautiful part of Scotland.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Cannot think of anything that could be improved.

    Lovely location with exceptional views, and an ideal location to view the west coast of Scotland. large comfortable room, we stayed in the Geography room which was very nicely themed. Breakfast was excellent. Adequate parking

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2021

    10
    Lovely converted school house with extremely welcoming hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Only the WiFi as it kept dropping in and out.

    The room was lovely, very spacious. Very comfy couches, and very well maintained. The breakfast was really good, with a wide variety, including home made jams. The location was very beautiful, if a bit far away if you are coming in by train. However, we managed to get around fine with a taxi that the hotel recommended. If you have a car then you will have no problems, as there is onsite. We enjoyed interacting with their chickens, and their dog. The hosts were accommodating of all our requests.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2021

    10
    Whata great find
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing, everything exceeded our expectations

    From arrival to departure we found everything to our liking, parking was easy in the car park to the front of the building, we were met personally by our host and the layout of the building explained, once in our room we were blown away by the size, consisting of a large double bed with bedside cabinets, a wardrobe and dressing tabe the sleeping area was more than ample, in the seating area we had two large comfortable sofas a large coffee table and a chest of drawers that housed the tea coffee facilities, also included was a large smart TV, down one wall were four large windows giving views out across the valley. Through a door was a well equipped toilet/shower room, with heated flooring. All bedding,towels and toileteries were supplied. A vast range of options were avavilable for breakfast from home made preserves, to fruit salad or cereal and the option of a cooked breakfast, the dining area was magnificent as all guest sit around a large round table so communication with fellow guests was easy. If booked in advance an evening meal may be provided, however if you wanted to order a takeaway, the hosts will lay the table with crockery, cutlery etc at no extra charge. There was nothing about the Old School we did not like and will definitely return

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2021

    10
    Others could "Learn" a few things from The Old School!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely, quiet location near wedding venue. Big, comfy room and same for the super king bed! Liz & Mike very friendly & helpful and make an excellent fry up!😁💯

    Stayed in September 2021

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