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Machrie View - a lodge that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Experience Islay’s dramatic coastal seascapes, whisky distilleries & fresh seafood while relaxing in a serene retreat.

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Exterior
Beach
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Microwave, oven, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8210 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Machrie View - a lodge that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

The lodge boasts four beautifully furnished, individually designed bedrooms with 'ziplock hotel' beds which can be configured to your preference: four superking sized double beds (1 per bedroom) / eight twin beds (2 per bedroom) or a combination of both. Each of the four bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms. There is also a separate bathroom which is perfect for a relaxing bath or (if you are like us) to bathe young children.

The open plan kitchen, dining area and lounge is located on the first floor to take advantage of the uninterrupted breath-taking views over Laggan Bay, the Mull of Oa and out to the Atlantic.

The space is perfect to relax and socialise with an adjacent balcony which allows you to take in the fresh air or dine and drink al fresco!

Nb. There is a minimum three night stay required for bookings. If this does not suit your requirements please contact us directly to discuss; we will aim to be as flexible as possible.

Islay is the southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides, just off the West Coast of Scotland. Known as the ‘Queen of the Hebrides', Islay is an amazing island experience – dramatic coastal seascapes, wild inland freshwater lochs, some of the best wild brown trout and salmon fishing and numerous species of wildlife, especially birds.

There's plenty to explore on Islay – whether it's a trip back in time to explore the heritage and history of the island; a trip to the world-famous whisky distilleries of Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Ardbeg or Bowmore (to name but a few!), a round on the recently redesigned Machrie Links or a more adventurous outdoor experience – there will be something to suit your tastes.

For the food lovers amongst you, there is a thriving restaurant scene which can be found in Port Ellen, Bowmore and Port Charlotte which showcases the best produce that the island and the West Coast of Scotland has to offer.

No matter what time of year you choose to visit Islay, you will be in awe of the natural beauty of the Island!

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the airport

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2260 sq ft (210 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 is also known as

594060

About the neighborhood

Map
Port Ellen, Argyll & Bute

What's nearby

  • Bowmore Distillery - 9 min drive
  • Laphroaig Distillery - 10 min drive
  • Lagavulin Distillery - 11 min drive
  • Ardbeg Distillery - 12 min drive
  • Bruichladdich Distillery - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Islay (ILY) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peatzeria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Laphroaig Distillery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ardbeg Distillery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lagavulin Distillery & Visitors Centre - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪No.1 Charlotte Street - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Machrie View - a lodge that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Machrie View - a lodge that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Machrie View - a lodge that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Machrie View - a lodge that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms located?

Situated near the airport, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from An Tràigh and within 6 mi (10 km) of White Hart Beach and Kilnaughton Beach. Ardmore Islands and Kildalton Chapel are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Machrie View - a lodge that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

The Machrie View blews us away!
The stay was really extremely pleasant. The house is perfectly furnished and offers everyone a great experience. We would recommend it to friends at any time and come back ourselves.
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8/10 Good

Amazing house, amazing views!
Lovely house, fantastic views. Central to Port Ellen and Bowmore was a great location. The beech Close by is wonderful. We loved staying at this house and didn't want to leave. Can't wait to return!
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely house. Great location.
Machrie View is an excellent place to stay. Beautiful house in a perfect location. Ideal base from which to enjoy Islay and a very comfortable house to relax in after a nice day out exploring. Cannot recommend Machrie highly enough. It helped make our holiday very special. Would definitely stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent trip
A great house in great condition in a great location! We were 4 couples, a young child and a dog. The house was very clean and ideal for our needs. Whilst we all drove and got the ferry across, being next to the airport was an added bonus seeing the plane twice a day (for the children of all ages!). The windows are very well insulated and completely blocked any road/plane noise. We would have no hesitation in staying here again.

10/10 Excellent

Gillian I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house perfect for a larger family or group
Celebrated a family birthday and it was a perfect size of home for our grown up children, partners and us. Four en-suite bedrooms and plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. A great location for Port Ellen. Support from property manager was great when we needed it. Overall a great find and we would all love to go back and/or transport the house to Glasgow :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

A Relaxing Retreat with Amazing Views
We spent a wonderful New Year break at Machrie View. The property was immaculate with every convenience one would need. There are amazing views giving a constantly changing vista yet with all "mod cons" for tech savvy guests. Islay is a beautifully quiet place to spend time to relax and decompress. Locals are extremely welcoming with plenty of choice of distillery visits. We hope to visit again soon. Thank you Sam and Team Machrie.
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10/10 Excellent

Great time
Machrie View is a splendid place to spend your vacation in Islay. It is conveniently located next to the airport (but don't worry there's only 2 flights in and 2 flights out all day so its not a nuisance) and is also located just a short drive to Port Ellen where there's pubs, a grocery store etc. The house itself is beautiful, quite spacious and great for a large group. All your amenities are in good working order. I would recommend this place to anyone else and if I return to Islay I would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely House
A fantastic property with everything you could need for a comfortable visit to Islay. The house is very nicely decorated and equipped with very modern appliances. 4 large comfortable bedrooms are very flexible in their presentation. The location in the centre of the Island is ideal for exploring and the view over towards Machrie and the sea beyond is as good as it gets. The house is very near the runway of Islay airport and you are certainly affected by aircraft noise but there are only two or three flights a day and none scheduled for during the night and so this isn’t really an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

Fab holiday weekend
Great location for our holiday weekend. Excellent property with everything you require. Perfect view for plane watching and beach nearby for dog walks. Good time had by all!
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8/10 Good

Wonderful stay
Machrie view is an ideal property . Location is ideal . Amazing views. The house is very well equipped. Spacious both inside and out. Cleanliness is to a high standard. We would highly recommend this property for a wonderful stay on Islay.
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8/10 Good

Brand new house decorated to a high standard with great facilities in a beautiful setting
The building is less than a year old so in very good condition and has been designed with comfort in mind. The kitchen and relaxing areas are fantastic and have everything you could possibly need for adult groups or young children alike regardless of the weather outside. The rooms have loads of space and the beds are very comfortable - it feels luxurious. Like every rental, there is a hint of Ikea DIY with some of the furniture especially items that haven't been built properly (drawers etc) but the large and practical bathrooms and living spaces more than make up for it. Plenty space for 6 cars and laydown area for sporting equipment outside, there is a parameter fence and hopefully there will be a gate when we return next year so our dog can roam free without chasing the sheep! A+ holiday rental compared to others on Islay we've stayed in over the past 15 years, we're already booked for next year.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Well taken care of. Immaculate
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

A wonderful home in a beautiful setting
We spent 3 nights here as a group of 7 and everything was just wonderful. The rooms were spacious, beds were comfortable, the house was so clean and modern. We all agreed it was a fantastic place to stay and absolutely perfect for our needs.