Built in 1860, The Hollies was once the home of a distinguished Glasgow architect, John Keppie - friend and colleague of the famous Charles Rennie Mackintosh – and is now home to Helen and Stuart Campbell, and their family.

Having moved to The Hollies in 2005, Helen and Stuart love the convenience of their location. Stuart enjoys hitting a few balls on the many golf courses and is spoilt for choice with over 30 courses in the area, all within a short drive or walk of The Hollies. While Helen, and their dog, Cole, love a long tranquil stroll along the beach, soaking up the breathtaking view out over the sea, towards the beautiful isle of Arran.

So come along and join Helen and Stuart in their home, and unwind in the relaxing surroundings of The Hollies.

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Eco Conscience

In these modern times, we are all becoming more and more aware of the effects our actions have on the changing world around us. And how a few small changes can have a big big impact on the overall picture.

We, at The Hollies, are of the same view. Small changes make a big difference but without compromising or impacting on our comfort.

So here are some of the measures taken in the house:

1. Our gas boilers are condensing boilers, making them energy efficient and all radiators are fitted with thermostatic controllers for individual adjustment.

2. All our existing windows have been refurbished and are draught proof. No resources have been wasted by replacing them.

3. The roof has been double insulated, giving a 400mm thickness as opposed to the standard 200mm.

4. All our light bulbs are Energy Saving.

In the rooms:

1. A glass carafe is provided in all rooms for guests to help themselves to fresh water from the cold water tap, instead of supplying bottles of water.

2. We use carrier bags recycled from supermarkets, as bin liners, instead of using another plastic liner.

3. Towels are replaced every second day, to cut down on washing.

In general:

1. Waste food is either composted or put into the Food Digester. http://www.greencone.com/ The local birds also love any bread, fruit or leftover biscuits!

2. Paper, some plastics, cardboard and glass are all placed into the recycling bins.

3. Any items we no longer need but are still in good order, we post on the Freecycle website for others to make use off, instead of dumping them on landfill sites. http://www.uk.freecycle.org/

4. Our food is sourced locally – bread from the local baker, eggs from a local egg supplier- to also help sustain our local economy.

These are some of the measures we take to help reduce our and in turn, your, effect on the depleting world’s resources. This list is neither final, nor will it ever be complete, as new ways are found to help make that small difference.

We are sure you will agree with us. Our journey is long but worthwhile.