Freshly Decorated Period Property With Sea Views South To Ireland
Situated On The Edge Of Charming Village, Peaceful But Within Reach Of Amenities
Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
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This light and spacious house is formerly the Exciseman's House for Lochindaal Distillery, Port Charlotte. With southern aspect over the sealoch, the house retains many original features from the late 1800's, such as working shutters, cornicing, original staircase and open fires. Situated in a conservation village, this lovely house offers a peaceful retreat, within 5 minutes' walk of the local amenities, such as hotels, Post Office and museums. Port Charlotte is ideally situated in the Rhinns of Islay, affording access to the local beach and pier, whilst only 20 minutes drive from the wilder western coast, with beaches, hill walking and birdwatching all plentiful. The Lochindaal Distillery site is now being developed by Bruichladdich Distillery.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 8 June 2011 - 1 October 2011 | £600 | 7 | ||
| 1 October 2011 - 31 March 2012 | £450 | 7 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 27 October 2012 | £600 | 7 | ||
| 27 October 2012 - 2 March 2013 | £500 | 7 | ||
| 2 March 2013 - 26 October 2013 | £650 | 7 |
Notes on prices
We are happy to have shorter stay guests iparticularly in the low season, prices to be agreed depending on availability.
Changeover day
Saturday is the preferred changeover day, but we are flexible. Arrival is usually after 3pm, departure by 10 am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with king size bed, bedroom 2 with king size bed, bedroom 3 with single bed and folding bed. capacity for folding bed to be placed in king size rooms, or sitting room on ground floor. Travel cot available. |
| Bathrooms: | Two shower rooms with stylish Italian tiling, new shower cabinets with electric showers and multi light mirrors over wash-hand basins. |
| Kitchen: | Gas cooker, fridge with freezer cabinet, dishwasher, washer drier, microwave oven, central storage unit with wooden worktop. Sliding doors to dining room, windows to west, and south. |
| Utility Room: | Washer drier, iron, ironing board, storage, fuel shed with peat, coal, furnacite for stove. |
| Living Rooms: | Living room enjoys an open fire, with guard, ideal for peat or coal burning, a sofa with two single chairs and stools. Comfortable sofa and two bucket arm chairs. The TV is a combined TV and DVD player with ipod connection and is connected to free sat. |
| Other: | The dining room is sunny and warm, with closed multi fuel stove which powers the central heating system, LPG fire, dining room table which comfortably sits eight. Feature dining table and bench hand crafted in the Island, lovely sea views. |
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Linen and towels freshly laundered included in price. Our wonderful local changeover lady ensures clean and fresh environment. She and we are on call to provide support and advice. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board satellite tv tv internet access cot barbecue |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
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Notes on accommodation
Accommodation was built as the exciseman's house in Port Charlotte village. Built in 1890 it provides wonderful views of the Loch Indaal and over to the Antrim coast, and enjoys a quiet location on the edge of the village, within easy reach of local amenities. The spacious rooms offer a happy base for our guests, who may wish to enjoy the island's peace, tranquility, wildlife, walking and many varied beaches, with beautiful views to the neighbouring islands of Jura, Oronsay, Colonsay and Mull. Wifi now available.
Accessibility
The property is not suited to wheelchair users, with two steps up from the road to entrance pathway, one step up into porch, and with bedrooms in the upper floor. However there are toilet and shower facilities at ground floor level, and the folding bed could be placed in the dining or sitting room for ease of access. Corridors and doors are wide so offer ease of movement at ground floor level. Advice and guidance available on request.
Outside
The rear garden is large and grassed, sloping up towards the rear dry stane dyke, with sunsets from the west. Look out for highland cattle in the field behind. The front walled garden is sunny, sheltered and overlooks the loch and faces south to Ireland. A garden bench is available in the front garden and four folding outdoor chairs are also available for garden and picnic use. The garden locations are suitable for disposable barbecues. Two adult cycles are available in the garage, along with a gas barbecue unit for your use. Storage available for guest cycles as needed.
Coast/Beach
The property is situated on the coast, with two sandy beaches within walking distance, overlooked by a lighthouse, a small pier suitable for fishing, and a rocky shoreline suitable for exploring rock pools.
Golf
The Machrie Golf Course is situated some 10 miles round the loch from the house. Having once played host to the Open in the late 19th Century, it is a classic links course, short but very challenging. The course was ranked as one of the top fifty in the UK by a monthly golf magazine. The Machrie Hotel has been recently bought over, and will offer further facilities for guests of the Old Police House.
Travel
Islay Airport accessible from Glasgow is 30 minutes drive away, ferry terminals for Calmac Ferries also at 30 minute distances. Car hire companies and taxi services are available, with local bus services. Car hire/own car are recommended, due to rural location and access to the best visitor attractions.
Distances
The Old Police House is situated within the village of Port Charlotte, with the island being 25 miles from north to south. The main shopping village of Bowmore can be seen across the Loch, and is accessible within 15-20 minutes. The neighbouring islands of Jura, Oronsay and Colonsay are within day trip distance by ferry.
Further details
The local Post Office offers basic provisions, with further shopping opportunities at Bruichladdich and Bridgend. The main grocery stores are the Co Op stores in Bowmore and Port Ellen, whilst Bowmore is the main shopping village. The Wool Mill en route to Ballygrant is worth a visit, whilst the Square at Bridgend has a range of outlets of local wares. The distilleries throughout the island have visitor shops and tours available.
Booking notes
Please contact owner, as these depend upon timing of bookings. We are happy to discuss individual arrangements, and access details and recommended activities are available on full payment. A booking fee of £100 per booking is required to secure a reservation in advance of 6 months of reservation, which will serve as security and will be refunded following satisfactory changeover check at the end of your holiday. Full payment will be made at least three months prior to holiday.
Guest comments
Our first - unexpected! - guests during Feis Ile 2011: 'Thank you for your kindness in helping us out in our difficulty. Your house is beautiful, and the space is so much a luxury for London dwellers'; 'thank you for our stay in your lovely house, the boys loved the location, particularly seeing the hares at play in the field at the back, and of course the sightings of the otter in the mornings, about 8am' 'We will definitely be back' July 2011. 'your house is beautiful and sweet, with lovely views of the loch' 'Spacious and light, and very comfortable, we will be back'
Our guests are sent a questionnaire as a matter of course, to assist us in improving our service.
House swap
House swap considered
Owner profile
About the owner
Living and working in Aberdeen we are from Islay and Glasgow, and love spending time on the west coast when we can. Through Owner's Direct, we offer for short term holiday lets both a flat in the city centre in Aberdeen, and The Old Police House in Port Charlotte, Islay, offering holiday makers and professionals a good place to stay in the east and west! We enjoy taking a hands on approach, to try to ensure our guests have a good holiday or business stay, and we are happy to help with information and any specific information or requests. Susie and David Brooks
Year purchased: 2008
Why the owner chose a home in this location
Islay is Susie's home island, Port Charlotte the prettiest village! Spend some time away from it all, but within easy walking distance of local facilities. We love the area for the people, walking, entertainment and to enjoy the light and natural beauty of the village and island. Day trips to Colonsay, Oronsay and to Jura are possible, and the exploration of Islay's Distilleries provides much pleasure! Horse riding, fishing trips, swimming are just some of the activities we enjoy, in addition to breakfast in bed with a spectacular view of the sea and sky. The Aberdeen city flat offers guests the opportunity to stay in a well maintained quiet location, very convenient for city and surrounding countryside.
For booking and further information
Property Ref SC407
Contact Name:
Susie MacKenzie Brooks
(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 07841778931
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