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Ellister Lodge - luxury Islay self-catering - with Visit Scotland 4**** Grading

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Isle of Islay, Scotland
  • Place, Port bhaigh
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Bhith Sgeir
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Islay Life
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Islay (ILY)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Ellister Lodge - luxury Islay self-catering - with Visit Scotland 4**** Grading

Short-Term Let License, no. AR00218F. Ellister Lodge has 3 double/twin rooms, each with its own shower room/bathroom, plus a large study/bedroom that can sleep two, with its own cloakroom. It's spacious inside, with a large family kitchen/dining room with both electric cooker and Esse wood-burning range, and a large sitting room. There is extensive decking and (enclosed, safe) viewing and relaxing platforms. Fully insulated with full double glazing. Fully accessible with access ramps, three sets of French windows and modern-width internal doorways. Sorry – no smoking indoors. Please ask about pets. Friday to Friday during peak season.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
We ask for a £300 deposit, due to experience!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rentals are Friday to Friday, shorter lets considered in low season within those days.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number AR00218F

About the area

Islay Island

Located in Islay Island, this holiday home is in a rural area and 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Isle of Islay, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Port bhaigh - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Port Bhith Sgeir - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Currie Sands - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Museum of Islay Life - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Bruichladdich Distillery - 14 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Islay (ILY) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bruichladdich Distillery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Port Charlotte Hotel And Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Rhinns Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪An Tigh Seinnse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lochindaal Seafood Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ellister Lodge - luxury Islay self-catering - with Visit Scotland 4**** Grading pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ellister Lodge - luxury Islay self-catering - with Visit Scotland 4**** Grading?

As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ellister Lodge - luxury Islay self-catering - with Visit Scotland 4**** Grading on 24 April 2026 start from NZ$577, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ellister Lodge - luxury Islay self-catering - with Visit Scotland 4**** Grading?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ellister Lodge - luxury Islay self-catering - with Visit Scotland 4**** Grading?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ellister Lodge - luxury Islay self-catering - with Visit Scotland 4**** Grading?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ellister Lodge - luxury Islay self-catering - with Visit Scotland 4**** Grading located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Port bhaigh, Port Bhith Sgeir, and Currie Sands. Port Mor and Lossit are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accommodation and facilities at Ellister Lodge

Great property with fabulous views. We stayed over New Year and the weather was very turbulent as expected but the house is so cosy and warm and inviting! Well kitted out and owner extremely helpful. Lovely island to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2023
So glad you enjoyed your New Year stay - many thanks for kind comments!
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

Excellent stay in a beautiful house. Loads of space and amenities. Pictures do not do it justice. Lovely island to explore. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2024
Tracey, glad you liked it and had a good time! We hope to welcome you back!
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8/10 Good

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Interior of property was very good and clean. Exterior not so welcoming. Yard planters full of weed and grass. Couldn't access decking - and overall view - obscured due to ingress of brambles and willowherb.Good dog-friendly walk up Echo Hill. Engaging amount of wildlife. Quiet and moderately remote. Overall 'Good'
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2025
Thanks Dougie, will get the gardener to sort out what seems to be some rapid regrowth! I'd hacked it all back to nothing a little while ago.
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property and location

This property was amazing, the house/ lodge was beautifully done and provided everything we needed and more. The scenery was breathtaking. Communicating with the property manager was outstanding. . Thank you Lisa
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise on Islay

Absolutely fantastic location and facilities. Loads of wildlife around the property. Any queries regarding the island and the host would always be very helpful with ideas and suggestions. The island is a superb place and everyone is very friendly - they even wave at all drivers when they pass you in the opposite direction!! The rest of the UK could learn a thing or two about manners from Islay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2023
Hi Peter, so glad you had a good time. Thank you for a lovely review and eaving the place in good shape. Yes, we're pretty blessed here!
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10/10 Excellent

abida c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home from home

Easy booking, great communication and a perfect home. It has everything you'll need to enjoy the island and the world class beaches. Return to log burner and Alexa plays your favourite sounds through the warm Kef speakers driven by Cyrus amp. Perfect. There is a Smart TV just installed for you to log into BBC or Netflix if you need. Book here and you will agree that it's a great choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2020
I'm so glad you had a good time and liked the house - and having the sound system, few recognise it! Thanks for coming, do come again!
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10/10 Excellent

Jame M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 couples who traveled together for first time.

Perfect property for our needs. One in our party got news of a close friend passed. Her friend had taught her how to use a wood stove it was very appreciated thay there was a vintage wood stove and the ok to use it. We had a wonderful family meal. Very therapeutic process thanks. City folk might feel a bit out of place but in the end this is a really nice place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2023
Many thanks for that, glad it helped at a difficult time
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10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect 'home on holiday'

Everything about Ellister Lodge works: from the moment you walk in the door it flows, providing the perfect balance of sociable and private space. All the rooms are spacious, much, much more than functional and well-equipped with everything you could possibly need for a holiday on an island that offers so much in terms of wildlife, walking, moorland, seascape, amazing light, and - of course - fantastic representation of the whisky industry. Not to mention amazing and variable weather, although we were very lucky, but even if we hadn't been so fortunate, Ellister Lodge provides ample space, comfort and resources for amusements for those of all ages. The three showers are fantastic too - talk about a deluge to wash away mud, rainwater and anything else gathered in the great outdoors! During our week's stay we - properly - visited eight distilleries, the wonderful Woolen Mill, the Nature Reserve and virtually the entire coastal area of the island. We ate spendidly in an assortment of hostelries, restaurants and distilleries (some of us also venturing to the Oyster Shed), and we had some very jolly suppers at home. We can honestly say that from start to finish it was a blast. The sighting of golden eagles on two separate days was the cream on top. Wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gabi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhafte Unterkunft!

Wir waren mit vier Freunden dort und haben den Aufenthalt so sehr genossen. Die Ausstattung der Wohnung ist top! Moderne Bäder, geräumige Schlafräume und die bestausgestattete Küche, die wir je in einer Ferienwohnung hatten. Die Lage war ein Traum. Morgens und abends haben wir das Rotwild auf der Wiese gegenüber weiden sehen und sogar einen Seeadler sehen können. Wir hatten eine wundervolle Zeit und können diese Unterkunft uneingeschränkt weiter empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Vielen Dank für Ihre freundliche Bewertung! Ich freue mich, dass Sie eine gute Zeit hatten und das Haus erfreut haben!
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10/10 Excellent

Christoph Sebastian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eine tolle Woche auf Islay

Ein tolles Haus in toller Umgebung, mit einem netten und hilfsbereitem Gastgeber. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt, das Haus ist groß und sehr gut ausgestattet. Wir waren zu viert und hatten sehr viel Platz. Wer die Insel erkunden möchte, hat hier einen schönen und ruhigen Ausgangspunkt. Auf jeden Fall eine klare Empfehlung
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2024
Das ist sehr nett, vielen Dank, dass Sie gute Gäste waren. Bitte kommen Sie wieder!
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Entspannung auf Islay

Sehr entspannt, tolles Ferienhaus, die Ausstattung der Küche lässt die tollen Produkte des Inselmetzgers optimal zubereiten. Schöne Sonnenterasse. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und optimal vom stressigen Alltag entspannt.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2023
Hi Yvonne, many thanks - delighted you had a good stay with us! All the best, Ian
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10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschöne Tage auf Islay😁

Wir kommen gerne wieder
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Many thanks - glad you had a good time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle Unterkunft

Großartiges Haus, bestens geeignet für 6 Personen (ggf auch 8, aber der Schlafraum mit den Einzelbetten ist ein Durchgangsraum), mit 4 (!!) Bädern/Toiletten, meist mit direktem Zugang zu den Schlafzimmern. Tolle Ausstattung in Küche und Wohnräumen Sehr sauber, obwohl Haustiere möglich sind. Lage etwas abgelegen, aber mit schönem Ausblick auf Weiden und Meer
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Hi Sabina, many thanks - it's great to hear you liked it. Yes, it is a little remote (4 miles to the nearest town) but that's why many people choose it! Thanks again for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jean-marc g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

exceptionnel

Un superbe lieu de vie qui nous a permis de vivre une Feis Ile grandiose. Merci a Ian pour ses précieux conseils. Nous y reviendrons probablement, un jour ou l'autre.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2022
Hi Jean-Marc, I'm delighted you had a good time - many thanks for such a good review! And yes, do come back! All the best, Ian
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location.

Lovely, well -equipped house in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house great location

Thank you, we had a lovely week at Elister Lodge with the family. Many thanks Ken
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2021
Hi Ken, many thanks - and for the kind note you sent me earlier. Ian

About the host

Hosted by Ian Storey

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We live in Ellister Lodge for some of the year, but running a company on the mainland means we can't be there all of the time.

Why they chose this property

Ellister Lodge was built in 2008 and has since been improved and equipped to the standards we expect - not as a holiday rental (we've stayed in some pretty disappointing ones) but as our home. It's in one of Islay's best locations, built on rock that's 1.8 billion years old

What makes this property unique

The sun rising over the sea is special, every day is different. Wildlife is abundant, as are farm animals on the surrounding estate. At night the moon reflects on the water and we see the distant lighthouses of Northern Island

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