Vacation rentals with a fireplace in Islay

Islay65 Luxury Self Catering

Entry is via a Key-Safe located at the front door entrance. Guests are provided with the pin code to the key-safe in advance of their arrival. There is a hand disinfecting station set up in the front lobby. We provide disinfecting/cleaning supplies and ask guests to keep the cottage in a clean state throughout their stay. We ask that guests deposit all rubbish and recyclable materials in the wheelie bins provided to the rear of the walled garden. We also ask guests to strip their beds on the day of departure and to place all bedclothes plus towels etc in the zipped plastic bags we provide. The bags should be left in the entrance lobby for collection by our staff. Due to bad experiences in the past and to comply with Fire Safety and Licence requirements, the use of the house and garden and all facilities is restricted to paying guests only. The use of the house and garden and facilities by others is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in immediate eviction with no reimbursement of fees or costs. This 4 star cottage from the early 1880's sits by the sea in the village centre. With 3 bedrooms sleeping 6, a cot & a highchair, 2 bathrooms, Freesat & Internet TV, unlimited wifi, a log stove & oil CH, it is close to village shops, pubs, and 4 distilleries. We can accept pet dogs, subject to breed and number. Please enquire. Four Star Rating by Scottish Tourist Board. In village centre beside the sea. Log stove, Child's high chair. Modern kitchen. Walled garden. Free WIFI. CH. Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms. 2 bathrooms. Port Ellen, Laphroaig, Lagavullin and Ardbeg Distilleries close by within walking distance. This Scottish Tourist Board rated 4 Star traditional stone built cottage dating from the early 1880's is situated on Loch Leodamais in the centre of Port Ellen village. It has been extended and sympathetically modernised to a high standard. The original open beams have been retained as have various other features. There is a fully equipped modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms (2 double & 1 twin) sleeping up to six, a comfortable lounge area with Charnwood log burning stove, a dining area with table seating for up to 6 and child's high chair, FreeSat & Internet TV & digital entertainment systems, unlimited wifi and thermostat controlled oil fired central heating throughout. The village hotels, pubs, restaurants, shops, the Bank, the Post Office and the Calmac ferry terminal are all within 5 minutes walking distance of the cottage. The beach and village green are across the road. Guests have access to the complete house and to the sunny private walled garden. The house looks onto the village green and beach. There are a multitude of walks to be done from the front door. The village has many beaches and there is good diving in the sea with many ship wrecks easily accessible. There are 3 pubs, some with live traditional music, and several restaurants. Tennis courts, cycle hire and an 18 hole golf course are all close by. There is a bus service connecting the main villages with the airport and the ferry terminals. Please note that the bus service does not meet the late ferry. Islay is rich in history, at one time the seat of the Lords of the Isles, it is called the Queen of the Hebrides and is much greener than the other islands in the group. It is home to 9 working distilleries, farms, nature reserves, clean beaches, majestic cliffs, a long and varied coastline and a great variety of wildlife.

Gartartan Port Ellen Modern home with sea views

Gartartan provides stylish and contemporary accommodation with stunning sea views towards Kilnaughton Bay, Port Ellen (within 1 km) and beyond to Kintyre. Distilleries nearby. Gartartan is spacious with efficient underfloor heating and insulation. The open-plan living area has an abundance of light, wooden flooring throughout and a modern wood-burning stove. With four double bedrooms and three bathrooms Gartartan can accommodate six adults comfortably. Enclosed garden/ parking.

Walking distance to distilleries

Whether you’re looking for a family break, a whisky enthusiast on the trail or a keen cyclist looking to explore the island, No7 Lagavulin is the perfect base for your Islay adventure. This traditional 3 bed ground floor distillery cottage features two double bedrooms and bunk bedroom (Sleeps 6) with separate living room, kitchen and main shower room. To the back of No7, you’ll find a good sized garden with views down to Lagavulin Bay.