Title: The Old School 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 # The Old School Holiday home in Islay Island with free parking ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11539000/11538925/1bb31680.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage, Ensuite | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11539000/11538925/4fa41bf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, Ensuite | Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11539000/11538925/1053c9c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11539000/11538925/b9dc97de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11540000/11539000/11538925/df94870c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Old School provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to WiFi in public areas (surcharge). 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking included ## 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. ### The Old School Holiday home in Islay Island with free parking WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home offers a separate bedroom. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodations at this holiday home feature separate bedrooms. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Pets - Welcoming dogs only ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Luggage storage - No housekeeping service ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Pets Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Old School Islay Island The Old School Islay Island The Old School Private vacation home The Old School Private vacation home Islay Island ## About the area Islay Island is home to this holiday home. 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. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and rock climbing nearby. [Visit our Islay Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Islay-Island.dx1591) [View more Holiday homes in Islay Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Islay-Island-Private-Holiday-Homes.d1591-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.68034%2C-6.50136&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lIrvwrl6WZ0VU-zQaRH7Qyk7uZs=) Portnahaven, Islay Island, Scotland, PA47 7SG ### What's nearby - Bruichladdich Distillery - 16 min drive - 10.1 miles - Bowmore Distillery - 32 min drive - 20.6 miles - Laphroaig Distillery - 53 min drive - 33.1 miles - Lagavulin Distillery - 55 min drive - 34.9 miles - Ardbeg Distillery - 57 min drive - 35.7 miles ### Getting around - Islay (ILY) - 48 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪An Tigh Seinnse - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Rhinns Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Burnside Lodge B&B and Coffee Shop - ‬8 min walk - ‪Portnahaven Pottery - ‬11 min walk - ‪Port Mor Community Cafe - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old School pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Old School? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Old School? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old School? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Old School located? > Situated in Islay Island, this holiday home is within 1 mile (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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