Accommodation
Luxury accommodation on Islay, Scotland
We are very proud to be able to offer luxury self-catering accommodation on the isle of Islay, Queen of the Hebrides. We offer a wonderful choice of places to stay in Kilchoman on this beautiful island, off the west coast of Scotland.
Explore our accommodation below to see what is right for you.
**Please note that if you have a booking for Dundonald Cottage, contact us here.
Large Georgian house and traditional cottages in rural Kilchoman
If you are looking for some peace and quiet, stay in our spectacular Georgian house. The wonderful, traditional Kilchoman House, built in 1825, has room for you to roam. The house is set on 37 acres of land and has some stunning walks and views.
Inside the house, you won’t be short of space either. It comfortably sleeps up to 12 people, with a formal dining room for up to 18 and a large southwest-facing sitting room, overlooking Creag Mhor. There is also a family room to relax in.
Or why not stay in one of the Kilchoman cottages? There are five to choose from so you will be spoilt for choice! Four of our cosy cottages sleep up to four people with Fieldgate Cottage able to sleep six. All of our cottages are just a five-minute walk from a lovely, quiet beach and 37 acres of stunning Scottish countryside to explore.
When you visit us, you won’t be short of things to do. Islay is on the whisky coast of Scotland and has 9 working distilleries. Why not take a tour? Or you could experience the wonderful Scottish wildlife the island has to offer. With over 200 species of birds visiting and living on the island, it is a Twitcher’s paradise!
Although Islay is a small island (just 25 miles long and 15 miles wide), the people living here know how to have a good time. Throughout the year there are lots of events to attend. Festivals, walks, races, beach rugby tournaments, music festivals and more.
But, if you want some tranquillity, Islay can provide that in bucket loads. There are many walking paths to follow through the stunning landscape, and Islay has some 22 beaches to explore.
The island has a rich and fascinating history. Celts were the first major settlers but, Islay has been inhabited since at least 8000 BC. The island is a treasure trove of historical artefacts, from standing stones and Celtic crosses to graves and ruins to explore. The island’s history is there for all to see in the Museum of Islay Life in Port Charlotte. The museum is open Monday to Friday in the summer and is the perfect place to learn how Islay became the island it is today.
Book your break on Islay today
A warm welcome awaits you when you come to visit and you can rest assured that we will look after you. The locals are very friendly too!
Get in touch with us today by calling 07880 706 356 or emailing us. We will be delighted to help. You can also book online.
Everything was to a good standard, the beds were comfortable and the wi-fi connection was more than adequate for such a remote location (we didn’t use the TV/DVD). The living room and kitchen area is perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and you’ll be amazed at the quiet ! If your idea of the perfect holiday is getting out into the wilds and exploring miles of unspoilt beauty, this is the place for you. I am certain it is popular with walkers, but you can also do many exciting trips by car (which you’ll need anyway to get around !). Some of the roads do get a bit funky in places, and it’s largely single track with passing places, but you soon get used to this, and the courtesy between drivers is generally a joy to experience.
The Kilchoman cottages are near three absolutely stunning beaches, all within 4/5 miles: Machir Bay, Saligo Bay and Sanaigmore, it was impossible to choose between them, but we visited each one at least twice. Perhaps the most scenic beaches we’ve ever seen, with beautiful rock formations, white sand and totally unspoilt (and indeed generally deserted !)
There’s also the possibility to take a day trip over to the nearby island of Jura, the famous `paps’ (mountains) add a stunning back drop to so many places on Islay. It is a photographer’s dream. Life is simpler here, and in many ways it had not changed at all for me since 1972 ! A lifetime dream fulfilled to come back here, and I wasn’t disappointed ! We were very very lucky with the weather, which does help, and on a good day I wouldn’t hesitate to call it paradise.
Handy hints: Take plenty of basic provisions with you, but the Co-op in Bowmore is up to modern standards for most of your needs, we only needed a couple of trips there to restock in two weeks. If you’re big on nightlife and bustle, give it a miss…but if you love nature, beauty and fresh air….it can’t be beaten.
