Holiday rentals in Islay

Pier House

Pier House is beautifully located with stunning views. A huge lounge with Juliette balcony. The house is presented over 2 floors with the living room on the upper floor to maximise the exceptional vista. The house has all modern facilities and comes well equipped and presented. There are 4 bedrooms, a main bathroom, a separate wc and the master bedroom is complete with its own en-suite and shower. The property is on the edge of the beach and next to the pier, utterly perfectly located.

Luxury Pod on Islay with Sauna (Myrtle)

Highroad Hideaways presents our bespoke luxury holiday pod with Sauna, the Myrtle Pod Located in Glenegedale we are central to the Island so a great base to explore from and we enjoy panoramic views right across Laggan Bay from the Rhinns to the Mull of Oa Our fully equipped Pods are situated on a family run working croft, with our own fold of Highland Cows! Outside is your private patio with seating and BBQ area and Private Sauna from which you can enjoy the famous Islay sunsets!

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.

Bluebell cabin with wood fired hot tub

Bluebell cabin is set in an spruce plantation which is a 25min walk into Port Ellen . Outside the cabin features a log fired hot tub with views over the Oa perfect for relaxing after a day of taking in the scenery or distillery tours, the gas BBQ and viewing deck will leave you feeling peaceful and content. Inside is home to a sleeping Mezzanine, kitchen area, electric heating and a modern bathroom with a log fired stove at the very heart of the cabin. Slainte! Karen & Richard

Portbahn House, near Bruichladdich Distillery

Portbahn was our family home before moving to Jura, and we hope you'll find it as welcoming as we did. This modern waterfront house sits right on Islay's scenic coastal route with stunning loch views. Sleeps 8 across 3 ground-floor bedrooms—perfect for families. Large enclosed garden with trampoline and swings. Walk to Bruichladdich Distillery (10 mins), beaches, and coastal paths. Underfloor heating and wood-burner make it cosy year-round. Dogs welcome. Your island home awaits!

The Wee House

The Wee House is a one bedroom seafront cottage looking onto Port Ellen. Sleeping up to 4 guests with a sofa bed (full size double) in the living room. Listing price is for 2 guests sharing the bedroom. If the sofa bed is required for bookings of 2 guests please let us know as there is an extra charge (£10 per night). The cottage is within walking distance of local shops, pubs and restaurants and near to the distillery path taking you to Laphroaig, Lagavulin and Ardbeg.

Seafront Cottage on Islay

Saddler's Brae is an exceptionally bright house, situated right on the sea front and boasts uninterrupted sea views from every room. The white sandy beaches of Port Charlotte, cosy pubs with live music and great seafood are all within a moment's walk. Whether you are visiting for whisky, wildlife, scenery, romance or relaxation, we can provide the ultimate base to stay, enjoy and relax. Come and be swept away. This is Islay at its best.

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.

Top Garden Flat

A very nicely converted traditional stone building which was originally a cattle shed. It is situated at the rear of 10 Charlotte Street, (Entrance to the Flats is from Back Road). The location means that while it is central, it is also away from the main road and is quiet. It is minutes walk from the shops, Hotel, Bistro, The 3 Distilleries Path and bus stop. A perfect location to be based while exploring Islay.

Ballitarsin Lodge , modern chalet with loch views

Ballitarsin Lodge on the Isle of Islay sleeps four in a spacious, modern environment. Stunning views help you to relax in the generous living space, drink in the views and plan your next island adventure. Well appointed, comfortable and luxurious. Self-catering means you provide for your own needs. There are starter amounts of tea, coffee, sugar, hand soap, loo rolls etc to get you going.

Swans nest @ Cam Sgeir

A glamping pod offering a unique secluded position with uninterrupted ocean views. Ideally situated on the three distillery pathway and less than a mile from the fishing village of port Ellen where shops, restaurants and bars are located. Walking distance from ferry terminal makes it the perfect base for your Islay experience.

Picture-Postcard is Understatement!

Portnahaven is Islay's best kept secret. And the Anchorage is Portnahaven's. This modernised 200 year old 2 storey cottage has views over the bay, to the islands and open sea. Watch the sun set from the conservatory and you'll never want to go home!