Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Saltcoats, Ayrshire

Property for sale in Saltcoats

Together with Ardrossan and Stevenston, Saltcoats is one of a conurbation of 'Three Towns' on the west coast of North Ayrshire. Its name derives from when salt was a valuable commodity for curing meat and fish, and sea water was boiled away in little houses called 'cots'. More recently, coal mining, fishing, and weaving have been the principal industries, together with some ship building. In the 20th century, Saltcoats developed as a holiday destination, with one of the largest tidal swimming pools in the country. Today, it is still a popular seaside resort with plenty to offer residents by way of local amenities, and road and rail connections.

Property for sale in Saltcoats is a delightful mix of semi-detached Victorian villas and new-build houses. For information regarding current houses for sale in Saltcoats or for details of all flats for sale, please contact Saltcoats estate agents.

Amenities for Saltcoats properties

Eglinton Country Park lies south-east of Kilwinning and is linked to Saltcoats via the Sustrans network of cycle paths. At the southern end of Saltcoats are the ruins of a coalmine which form part of Saltcoats' 18-hole golf course. Along Saltcoats' harbour front are several amusement arcades and childrens' rides, complemented by Saltcoats' own Apollo Cinema and local shops. Saltcoats also has an excellent choice of restaurants including Indian, Chinese, Italian, and traditional Scottish. There are four primary schools within Saltcoats and, for secondary education, the town offers St Andrew's Academy, and James Reid Special School.

Transport in Saltcoats

The railway station in Saltcoats is on the Ayrshire Coast Line between Glasgow Central and Largs. Ardrossan South Beach railway station is close to the boundary with Saltcoats, and the station in Ardrossan Harbour links to the ferry service operating to the Isle of Arran. Glasgow International Airport is a relatively short drive to the north-east of Saltcoats, and local bus services are provided by Stagecoach West Scotland.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Saltcoats, which is covered by postcode, KA21, you may also like to consider Ardrossan, Stevenston, Kilwinning, Irvine, Troon, Prestwick, West Kilbride, Largs, Kilbirnie, Beith, and Dalry.