Craig Tara, Ayr — caravan swaps & private lets
3 holiday homes listed by owners at Craig Tara, the Haven park on the Ayrshire coast just south of Ayr, looking out over the Firth of Clyde to Arran. Swap with an owner for a free holiday, or ask about a private let — free, with no commission.
Homes at Craig Tara
SWAPHaven Craig Tara SV16
SWAPSwift Moselle Lodge
SWAPWillerby Sierra 2015
Own a caravan at Craig Tara? List it free
About Craig Tara
Craig Tara is a Haven holiday park on the South Ayrshire coast, a couple of miles south of Ayr town centre. It started life as a Butlin's camp before the war, and Haven took it over and renamed it in 1999. Haven says the park is set on a hillside with flat and sloping areas, and some caravans and lodges have sea or lakeside views.
Haven describes a slight slope down to the sand and pebble beach, which is dog-friendly, and there are views across the water to the Isle of Arran. It's a large park, and Haven says it can take around 15 minutes to walk from the furthest point to the main facilities. Ayr's long sandy beach and the town are only a short trip away.
What's on the park
- Pools: Splashaway Bay, which Haven calls one of the biggest indoor pool complexes in Scotland, with slides, flumes and the Noodle Falls rapids.
- Entertainment: evening shows in Bonga Wonga and the Live Lounge, with daytime shows in busy periods, plus an amusement arcade.
- Things to do: the Adventure Village with indoor crazy golf and a climbing attraction, the Airspace sports hall, roller disco, archery, go-karts and an outdoor adventure trail.
- Food and shopping: The Brigs of Ayr restaurant with sea views, Chopstix noodles, Burger King, Papa John's, Cook's fish and chips, ice cream and a supermarket.
Around Ayr and the Ayrshire coast
Ayr has a long sandy beach, a promenade and its racecourse. Alloway, home of the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and Burns Cottage, is just inland. Further down the coast, Culzean Castle and Country Park sits on the clifftops, and the Heads of Ayr make for a bracing coastal walk. Glasgow is within an easy drive for a city day.
Swapping and letting at Craig Tara
If you own a caravan here, you already have what makes a swap work: a holiday home on a park other owners want to visit. List it for free and you can swap weeks with owners elsewhere in the UK, Ireland and Europe, and pay nothing for the holiday. If a swap doesn't line up, you can offer a private let and keep 100% of the rent. Just check your licence agreement and the park's current rules on subletting first.
If you're looking for a stay, message the owner of any home above. You're dealing with a fellow owner who looks after their caravan, not a stranger, and there's no booking fee.
The season usually runs from around March to the end of October — check current dates with the owner or the park.
Other parks nearby
Questions about Craig Tara
Can I swap my caravan at Craig Tara for a holiday somewhere else?
Yes. List your Craig Tara caravan or lodge for free, then message other owners across the UK, Ireland and Europe to arrange a swap. You agree the dates and details directly with each other.
Can I find a private let at Craig Tara from an owner?
Some owners at Craig Tara offer private lets as well as swaps. Message the owner directly to ask about dates and price. We don't take any commission.
Does Craig Tara have direct beach access?
Haven describes a slight slope from the park down to a sand and pebble beach, which is dog-friendly. Ayr's big sandy beach and promenade are a short drive north if you want more space.
Are dogs allowed at Craig Tara?
Haven says dogs are welcome at Craig Tara, with access to the dog-friendly beach, the restaurant terrace and designated areas of the main restaurant. Each owner sets their own rules for their own caravan, so check the listing before you bring your dog.
Can I let my Craig Tara caravan out privately?
Many owners do, but every park has its own rules on subletting. Check your licence agreement and the park's current rules before you advertise a private let.
Holiday Home Swapping is an independent community of holiday home owners. We're not connected to Craig Tara or Haven. Park details are taken from the operator's published information and may change, so check with the park for the latest.