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Converted chapel |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 8

Isle of Islay in Hebrides/Skye

from £66 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£460–£660 / week

Short stays welcome

Changeover Saturday

4.5 out of 5

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Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, car advised, may take pets - please enquire

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About the home

Probably the most interesting holiday-let house in the Hebrides, Lagavulin Hall was built in the first years of the 1900’s as a parish church. It is on the South East of Islay in an attractive sheltered position, with views across Surnaig Bay to the ruins of the 14th Century Dunyveg Castle.

The building was converted into a house and remains virtually unchanged on the outside. It has been painstakingly restored and redesigned on the inside to provide a comfortable living space, which maintains the original simple style and grand scale of the interior.

Islay is one of the most beautiful of the Hebridean islands and is famous among bird watchers and especially whiskey connoisseurs. There are whiskey distilleries all over the island and Lagavulin, Laphroaig and Ardbeg distilleries are all walking distance from the house. Most of the distilleries offer visitor tours, which are very interesting and finish with a taste of the end product.

There are numerous sandy beaches and opportunities for fishing, kayaking, windsurfing and walking. The Machrie golf course is also a well known feature of Islay and there is a swimming pool in the main town, Bowmore, which is housed in a disused distillery warehouse and heated by surplus heat from Bowmore distillery. There are many sites of historical interest including the famous Kildalton Cross which dates from the 9th Century.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Interior has original wooden panelling and Gothic windows.

Very light and open with original double height ceiling in kitchen and dining room with galleried upstairs living room.

There is a piano, which is regularly tuned and the acoustics of the building are great.
Kitchen has original quarry tiles floor and hand-made pitch-pine units with white marble tops.
Original cast-iron radiators throughout.

Further details outdoors:
Parking for several cars.
Large wild garden.
2 miles from Port Ellen just outside Lagavulin.

Further details

Half of rental payable on booking and balance 1 month before letting period.
Weekly rentals Saturday 4pm to Saturday 11am.

Conditions

Bookings of 1 month or more and short breaks, please discuss. Subject to availability.

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Lagavulin Hall from the carpark.

 

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The sea is just across the road.

 

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Surnaig Bay.

 

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Dining room from the Gallery.

The Hebrides / Skye / Inner Hebrides region

There are many islands off the west coast of Scotland and Islay is the most southerly. The climate is mild, although can be wet and windy.

Islay is also close to the Island of Jura, which is very wild and remote and well worth a day trip.

There are many sites of historical interest including the famous Kildalton Cross which dates from the 9th Century.

The Isle of Islay area

Islay is one of the most beautiful of the Hebridean islands and is famous among bird watchers and especially whiskey connoisseurs. There are whiskey distilleries all over the island and Lagavulin Distillery is only 5 minutes walk from the house. Laphroaig and Ardberg are both within walking distance. Most of the distilleries offer visitor tours, which are very interesting and finish with a taste of the end product.

There are numerous sandy beaches and opportunities for fishing, kayaking, windsurfing and walking. The Machrie golf course is also a well known feature of Islay and there is a swimming pool in the main town, Bowmore, which is housed in a disused distillery warehouse and heated by surplus heat from Bowmore distillery. There are many sites of historical interest including the famous Kildalton Cross which dates from the 9th Century.

How to get there

Lagavulin Hall What's nearby: Attractions Restaurants Click map icons for more information

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Flybe from Glasgow. 25 mins by air.
Caledonian MacBrayne Ferries from Kennacraig, Argyll.
McKenzie Car Hire on Islay 01496302300

Activities near Isle of Islay

Reviews

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16 Oct 2012

“The spirit of Islay” Lagavulin Hall is a grand location from which to explore Islay. A church house, full of character, loving attention to detail, inspiring deep conversation over glasses of whisky. When you are lucky... more

06 Jul 2012

“Unique rental close to Islay's best Distilleries” I enjoyed a lovely 4 night stay with my parents at Lagavulin Hall. The old converted chapel makes for a unique rental with plenty of space and old world character. Central heating is complemented... more

29 Nov 2011

“Beautiful house in a wonderful setting” The house was warm and wecoming for our party of 3. The main dining room could house many more and had a piano with great acoustics. We were within easy walking distance of 3 distillaries, (Ardbeg had an excellent restaurant, Lagavullan had excellent whisky). The sea was a few minutes away on foot. We had lots of country walks and explored much of Islay, though there is still lots more to see. We loved Islay! The house retained the original features of the church. The step up to the kitchen might make it difficut for people with disabilities, but 2 of the bedrooms are on the groundfloor, and we found it excellent in every way.

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15 Nov 2011

“Utterly gorgeous and completely unique” We arrived in May to find this stunning converted church surrounded by a thick carpet of bluebells and with a deer roaming around the garden. It has three very comfortable bedrooms sporting lovely furniture (4 poster!) and original period features throughout. There's a huge hall for entertaining and a snug living room for cosying up in the evenings. The location is perfect, right by the sea which was a wonderful sight from the breakfast table every morning and it's just a a short walk from the distilleries. Ardbeg distillery is just up the road and it offers a delicious lunch with a menu that changes daily and feaures locally sourced produce. I had a fantastic family holiday here with three generations of my family and we all fell in love with this unique holiday let. I couldn't recommend it enough.

06 Nov 2011

“cosy church near some of the greatest distilleries” For the third time I have stayed at Lagavulin Hall an it always impresses when you enter the church We will be back next year

03 Nov 2011

“An original place to stay, a great location to explore the island.” Lagavulin hall is a great place to stay. Here you can fully enjoy the tranquility of the island and enjoy the cosy atmosphere of living in a little church. I think it is the best location on Islay. Only one request: we would advise to renew the mattresses, they had their best time already some time behind them. On Islay, we loved the phenomenal views and the beautiful nature. We also enjoyed our visits to the single malt distilleries and their hospitality. Islay has a place in our hearts!

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30 Oct 2011

“Breath taking” We booked this particular holiday home because it had been recommended to us and it is in a prime location; out of the village but near enough for cycling and walking. It is near beaches, beautiful walks and not to mention world famous distilleries :-) The accommodation itself is outstanding and has a very relaxing atmosphere about it which my family particularily enjoy. You can sit out of the front of the property and watch the boats go by at the bay in front! My family will definately try to visit every year for a bit of tranquility and I would advise others to do the same! Peace perfect peace sums it up.

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 8
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Autumn	15 Oct 11	23 Dec 11	400£ 400	-	-	1 Week
Winter	7 Jan 12	10 Mar 12	350£ 350	-	-	1 Week
Spring	31 Mar 12	9 Jun 12	550£ 550	-	-	1 Week
Summer	30 Jun 12	8 Sep 12	600£ 600	-	-	1 Week
Winter 2013	5 Jan 13	16 Mar 13	360£ 360	-	-	1 Week
Spring 2013	23 Mar 13	18 May 13	560£ 560	-	-	1 Week
Summer 2013	1 Jun 13	21 Sep 13	660£ 660	-	-	1 Week
Autumn 2013	28 Sep 13	21 Dec 13	460£ 460	-	-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Rates are inclusive of everything.

Sleeps 8 including sofa bed. 6 in 3 bedrooms.

Rates may be vary slightly during the stated periods.

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1 year listed You are contacting David Turner Landline n/a Mobile 44 7973 513007 Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2011. This converted chapel has received 7 reviews from previous guests.

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