Gruinart Farmhouse - Luxury self catering holiday house on the Isle of Islay. Sleeps 12

Islay Geese - They migrate from Greenland to Islay every year

ABOUT THE HOUSE

This architect designed holiday house on the Isle of Islay sleeps up to 12 and is located in one of the most beautiful spots on the island. Lying in the heart of the RSPB reserve at Loch Gruinart, the house enjoys stunning views across Loch Gruinart and as far as Colonsay and Mull on a clear day.

The house is constructed from green oak, is super-insulated and has an air-source heatpump feeding its underfloor heating. Attached to the ajacent barn are solar panels providing green energy direct to the national grid. This holiday let was designed to take advantage of the glorious Islay views, whilst being a modern, spacious, warm and luxurious retreat.

Gruinart Farmhouse is styled with a blend of stone floor tiles, hardwood floors and cosy carpets in colours that compliment its oak construction and its natural surroundings, and the views that dominate at every turn.

THE ROOMS

Click on the rooms below to find out more information and view some pictures.

First-floor-bathroom — First Floor Rooms

BOOKING INFORMATION

DATES AND TARIFFS

There are two tariffs:

High – £1950 per week
1^st May to 30^th September.

Low – £1450 per week
1^st October to 30^th April

10% discount for returning customers

COMING AND GOING

The holiday house is available on a seven day let available at 3PM on the day of arrival. We ask you to leave by 10AM on the day of departure. We can be flexible about our letting but prefer Saturday to Saturday where possible.

RESERVATIONS

Please email to agree dates and make a deposit of £250 to secure your booking. This will be returned seven days after departure unless there has been any damage or breakages or additional cleaning the value of which will be deducted.

PAYMENT

You will need to make arrangements to pay for the holiday let in full six weeks prior to your dates of occupation. Please ensure you have some kind of travel insurance or cover in case for some reason you don’t get the ferry or plane or adverse weather as the accommodation charge is not normally refundable unless we are able to let the house again at very short notice. Sub-letting is not permitted.

CLEANING

Please leave the property in the same clean and tidy state as you find it in and please report any breakages or damage to the housekeeper prior to departure. If you stay for more than one week the bed linen will be changed for you on the Saturday.

CHILDREN, PETS AND SMOKING

The holiday home is not ideal for children under five or for pets. In both instances please speak to us first to obtain permission. Smoking is not permitted in the house or grounds.

COMMUNICATIONS

There is mobile signal but it is variable. Internet access is poor on this remote part of the island. While we have a mifi hub you should not expect to get more than intermittent access to email and it will not support downloading, uploading or streaming. There is a 5GB download limit per week, therefore download before you come! The TV has an HDMI lead so you can plug in a laptop.

WILDLIFE AND SURROUNDINGS

The house is in the middle of a nature reserve and we ask you to abide by the requirements of the RSPB. Please enjoy the hides and paths and be considerate to the environment and wildlife as there are nesting birds close by. Please note that country sports such as shooting are prohibited in and around the reserve. Photography while in general is encouraged, is prohibited at certain times and circumstances as there are a number of rare bird species nearby – so if in doubt speak to the warden.

ENQUIRIES

For enquiries into booking Gruinart Farmhouse please email John French at
orka.consulting@btinternet.com

BOOKING CALENDAR

Unavailable dates to book are highlighted in blue. For enquiries into booking Gruinart Farmhouse please email John French at orka.consulting@btinternet.com. Please check dates carefully before submitting a booking request.

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REVIEWS

‘Myself and eight others enjoyed the Gruinart Farmhouse during a six night stay in March 2015. Being members of an amateur birdwatching and wildlife group, we were quickly entranced with the flocks of Barnacle Geese, Brown Hares and Roe Deer cavorting around the garden and adjacent fields! The Farmhouse was well-equipped, spacious and comfortable and the modern design permitted wonderful views across the beautiful Islay landscape, particularly accommodating when it was windy and wet outside. We made full use of the facilities of this idyllic property, which includes a large kitchen, lounge and a variety of bedrooms as well as ample off-road parking. A very comfortable experience which served to further enhance our Islay experience’.

Neil McMahonNorthamptonshire Bird Club

ISLAY

Islay is a beautiful island on the west coast of Scotland. Gruinart Farmhouse is located on edge of Loch Gruinart, on the north west of the island.

Top Places to See

RSPB – Loch Gruinart
Ardnave Point
Machir Bay
Sanaigmore Bay and Outback Art Gallery
Bowmore and Round Church
Port Askaig
Port Ellen
Port Charlotte
Finlaggan
Kildalton Cross
RSPB – The Oa
Portnahaven

PLACES TO EAT

The Port Charlotte Hotel

MUSEUMS

Finlaggan

Islay Museum

Outback Gallery

DISTILLERIES

OTHER

Islay Airport

Calmac Ferries Islay

MacTaggart Leisure Centre

RSPB – Loch Gruinart

EVENTS

A number of events take place on Islay each year. Gruinart farmhouse is in high demand during these events, so if you are interested in booking the house please get in touch well in advance.

FEIS ISLE

Fri 25th May to Sat 2nd June 2018

Each year during the last week of May the Islay Festival of Malt and Music (Feis Ile) takes place.

The Islay festival is a celebration of the heritage and culture of the Island and it’s people

Each year there is a diverse programme featuring traditional music, ceilidhs, Gaelic lessons, golf, bowling and whiskey tasting.

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WALK ISLAY

Sun 8th April to Fri 13th April 2018

Walk Islay is a week of organised walks, long and short, during April.

Walk Islay is a great opportunity to see the beautiful Islay scenery and wildlife

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ISLAY JAZZ FESTIVAL

Fri 15th Sep to Sun 18th Sep 2017

Each year in September the Islay Jazz festival takes place.

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SOUNDS OF ISLAY

Gruinart Farmhouse is located in the Loch Gruinart RSPB Reserve and is surrounded by abundant wildlife
Listen to some of the sounds of Islay below.

BARNACLE GEESE

CHOUGH

SKYLARK

CORNCRAKE

Thank you to James Howe of the RSPB for providing the sounds of Islay.

ISLAY PHOTO GALLERY

The images below show the varied landscape, nature and beauty of Islay.

Thank you to Partick Hadfield for providing the stunning pictures of the aurora borealis at Gruinart Farmhouse. Thank you to George French for providing many of the pictures of Islay.