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10/10 Excellent
Ralf Willi
5 June 2024
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Cottage at The Old School
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Isle of Islay, Argyll & Bute
- Bruichladdich Distillery13 min drive
- Bowmore Distillery26 min drive
- Laphroaig Distillery43 min drive
- Islay (ILY)63 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 8)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Cottage at The Old School
The school has been converted to the highest standard with exposed internal stonework, with tweeds from the Islay Woollen Mill visible in every room.
The old playground is enclosed and is a perfect area to relax outside and watch the sea in the distance. There is ample parking within the playground for at least four cars.
Orsay lighthouse and the French man's rocks are a short distance away. There is a bus stop 100 yards from the school.
There is an airport 40 minutes drive from the property. A bus can also transport you and takes around 60 minutes to get there.
The Old School is a listed building and is situated in the conservation fishing village of Portnahaven.
The village has a beautiful harbour with resident seals and the school is 3 minutes walk to the harbour.
There is also a small convenience store and post office and local pub.
The school comprises of a large dining kitchen, three double bedrooms (two with en suite) and one twin bedroom.
Main bathroom with separate shower and bath.
Both the kitchen and lounge have wood burning stoves. The property sleeps 8 people.
The school has been converted to the highest standard with exposed internal stonework, with tweeds from the Islay Woollen Mill visible in every room.
The old playground is enclosed and is a perfect area to relax outside and watch the sea in the distance. There is ample parking within the playground for at least four cars.
Orsay lighthouse and the French man's rocks are a short distance away. There is a bus stop 100 yards from the school.
There is an airport 40 minutes drive from the property. A bus can also transport you and takes around 60 minutes to get there.
To make your stay even more special we can tailor packages to suit. For example, if you having a romantic couples getaway we can arrange a chef to cook a private meal for you, if you are budding whisky enthusiasts we can organise a private tutored tasting for you by The Rare Malt Whisky Company.
Please let us know the reason for your visit and we will endeavour to make your holiday all the more unique.
We accept well behaved dogs.
The old playground is enclosed and is a perfect area to relax outside and watch the sea in the distance. There is ample parking within the playground for at least four cars.
Orsay lighthouse and the French man's rocks are a short distance away. There is a bus stop 100 yards from the school.
There is an airport 40 minutes drive from the property. A bus can also transport you and takes around 60 minutes to get there.
The Old School is a listed building and is situated in the conservation fishing village of Portnahaven.
The village has a beautiful harbour with resident seals and the school is 3 minutes walk to the harbour.
There is also a small convenience store and post office and local pub.
The school comprises of a large dining kitchen, three double bedrooms (two with en suite) and one twin bedroom.
Main bathroom with separate shower and bath.
Both the kitchen and lounge have wood burning stoves. The property sleeps 8 people.
The school has been converted to the highest standard with exposed internal stonework, with tweeds from the Islay Woollen Mill visible in every room.
The old playground is enclosed and is a perfect area to relax outside and watch the sea in the distance. There is ample parking within the playground for at least four cars.
Orsay lighthouse and the French man's rocks are a short distance away. There is a bus stop 100 yards from the school.
There is an airport 40 minutes drive from the property. A bus can also transport you and takes around 60 minutes to get there.
To make your stay even more special we can tailor packages to suit. For example, if you having a romantic couples getaway we can arrange a chef to cook a private meal for you, if you are budding whisky enthusiasts we can organise a private tutored tasting for you by The Rare Malt Whisky Company.
Please let us know the reason for your visit and we will endeavour to make your holiday all the more unique.
We accept well behaved dogs.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Islay Island
Located in Islay Island, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port bhaigh and Port Bhith Sgeir, while Museum of Islay Life and Outback Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Isle of Islay, Argyll & Bute
What's nearby
- Bruichladdich Distillery - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
- Bowmore Distillery - 26 min drive - 27.8 km
- Laphroaig Distillery - 43 min drive - 43.8 km
- Lagavulin Distillery - 44 min drive - 45.1 km
- Ardbeg Distillery - 45 min drive - 46.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- An Tigh Seinnse - 10 min walk
- Burnside Lodge B&B and Coffee Shop - 8 min walk
- Portnahaven Pottery - 11 min walk
- The Rhinns Cafe - 10 min drive
- Port Mor Bistro - 8 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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10/10 Excellent
Virginia
24 April 2024
We were a party of seven and had a wonderful, extremely comfortable, stay in The Old School.
Virginia
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10/10 Excellent
Markus
7 November 2023
It was a very pleasant stay. The haouse is even better than on the photos.
Markus
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10/10 Excellent
Ian
25 July 2023
An island getaway
Ian
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8/10 Good
Jon
25 July 2023
Fantastic property in great location
Jon
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