Title: Beautiful Cottage by the Bay, Isle of Islay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful Cottage by the Bay, Isle of Islay Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66906300/66906265/bb19f14e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66906300/66906265/e1a4df51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66906300/66906265/bf296e77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66906300/66906265/9b6f21f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66906300/66906265/921aa34a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Portnahaven Cottage, with its beautifully renovated two bedrooms, offers a perfect base for exploring the Isle of Islay. Enjoy stunning views of the sheltered bay from the lounge and master bedroom, relax in front of a log burner with whisky in hand or explore Portnahaven village's local pub and craft shop. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful Cottage by the Bay, Isle of Islay Beautifully renovated two bedroom cottage overlooking the sheltered Bay at Portnahaven, a small fishing village on the Isle of Islay. The lounge and master bedroom have stunning views of the sea and beach where you can watch the seals swimming and sunbathing on the rocks, the small fishing boats and stunning sunsets. It is the ideal base for exploring the Isle of Islay by car, cycle or the local bus that stops at the top of the street! In the village itself there is a small store, a craft shop for souvenirs and the local pub serving drinks and food just a short stroll around the bay. With a log burner for cosy nights in with a local whisky in hand, the cottage has a large L shaped sofa and soft cosy blankets to make you feel at home after a day of adventure. The master bedroom has a king size bed and stunning views of bay and sea. The second bedroom has bunk beds with a small double and single on top, overlooking the garden to the rear of the property. It is perfect for a couple or family to enjoy. A brand new kitchen with all amenities you may require with coffee maker, microwave etc. A brand new bathroom with large walk in shower, modern sink, WC and large towel rail to warm the thick soft white towels for you. There is private parking to the rear of the property, where there are steep steps with a handrail for assistance down the tiered garden to the house. You can drive to the front of the house, for those who would prefer to avoid the steps and there are 2 steps at the front of the house. The tiered garden has great views of the sea with a BBQ to enjoy. Whether you want to sample the variety of whisky distilleries on the island, cycle around the island, explore the history and culture or soak up the sand and sea on the beautiful beaches, Islay has so much to offer and the cottage gives a cosy home from home to relax and unwind. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the ocean - Next to a golf course - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 230916-000023 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Beautiful Cottage by the Bay, Isle of Islay Islay Island ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=55.68188,-6.5062&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:yf%7BrIvvuf%40%3F%5B%3F%5B%3F%5B%3F%5B%40%5B%40Y%40%5B%40%5B%40%5B%40%5BBY%40%5BBYB%5BBYB%5BBYBYD%5BDYBYDYDYDWFYDYDWFWFYFWFWFWFUFWHUFWHUHUHUFUJSHUHSHSJSJSHQJSJQJQJQJOJQLOJOLOJOLMJOLMLKLMLKLMLKLILKNILILILINGNILGNELGNELENENCNELCNANCNANALANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40NBN%40LBNDNBLDNDNDLFNFNDLHLFNHLHLHLHNJLHLJLLLJLLLJLNJLLLJNLNJNJNLPJNJPJPJPJRHPJRHRJRHRHTHTHRHTHTFTHVHTFVFTFVFVFVFXDVFVDXFXDVDXDXBXDXDZBXBXBZBXBZBX%40Z%40ZBX%40Z%40Z%40Z%40X%40Z%3FZ%3FZ%3FZ%3FZ%3FZ%3FZ%3FZ%3FZAXAZAZAZAZCXAZAZCXCZCXCZCXCXEZEXCXEXEVEXGXEVGXEVGVGXGVGTGVGVITIVGTITITIRITIRITKRIRKPIRKPKRKPKPKNMPKNKNMNKNMLKLMLMLMLMJMLMJMHOJMHMHMHOHMFMFOFOFMFODODMDOBOBMDO%40OBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAOAOAOCOAMEOCOCOEMEOEMGOGMGOGOGMIMIMIOIMKMIMKMMMKMMMKMOKMMMKOMOKOMOKQKOKQKQKQKSIQKSKSISISIUKSGUIUIUIUGWIUGWGUGWGWGWGYGWEWEYGYEWEYEYCYEYE%5BCYCYC%5BCYC%5BCYA%5BC%5BAYA%5BA%5BA%5BA%5BAY%3F%5B%3F%5B%3F%5B%3F%5B&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Kg3xyYawd3rovDucFGTFyHPYmY4=) Portnahaven, Isle of Islay, Scotland #### What's nearby - Bruichladdich Distillery - 16 min drive - 10.3 miles - Bowmore Distillery - 33 min drive - 20.8 miles - Laphroaig Distillery - 53 min drive - 33.3 miles - Lagavulin Distillery - 56 min drive - 35.2 miles - Ardbeg Distillery - 57 min drive - 36.0 miles #### Getting around - Islay (ILY) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Rhinns Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪An Tigh Seinnse - ‬4 min walk - ‪Burnside Lodge B&B and Coffee Shop - ‬7 min walk - ‪Port Mor Community Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Port Mor Bistro - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful Cottage by the Bay, Isle of Islay pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage by the Bay, Isle of Islay? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage by the Bay, Isle of Islay? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful Cottage by the Bay, Isle of Islay located? > Located in Islay Island, this beachfront holiday home is next to a golf course and within 1 mi (2 km) of Port bhaigh and Port Bhith Sgeir. Currie Sands and Lossit are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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