Gumtree Cottage
Caol Ila Cottage, Port Askaig, Port Askaig, PA46 7RJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.2/10! (score from 29 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Liked the location,great for our whisky tour and the house was nice and spacious and comfortable
United KingdomAmazing space. Two huge bedrooms and two bathrooms. Very modern and tastefully decorated. We were warm and cosy as the weather had just turned and there was always lashings of hot water. Flora, our host was very friendly and helpful. All in all a fantastic stay
United KingdomThe cottage was absolutely wonderful in a fabulous location. Views of the Paps of Jura and next to the new state of the art Caol Ila distillery visitors centre. Very spacious cottage with two bathrooms.
United KingdomSpacious renovated building so plenty of room and very well furnished and fitted out (Gumtree is amazing). Rural outlook and views across to Jura.
United KingdomA very well set out cottage and Flora very welcoming hostess. Caol ila distillery near was still closed. Gumtree Cottage near to Port Askaig ferry end. Pleased we had a hire car as Islay has limited public transport.
AustraliaVery spacious and comfortable, just perfect for a relaxing break. Hosts very helpful. Possibly the best accommodation we have had. Highly recommend.
United KingdomThe property was immaculate with great facilities.
United KingdomEverything we needed, clean, fresh & much bigger on the inside than it looks from the outside
United Kingdommooi verzorgd huis van buiten twijfel je maat als he binnen komt netjes en compleet goed verzorgd
NetherlandsWir hatten ein sehr großes Cottage mit zwei Schlafzimmern und Badezimmern für uns. Da es self-catering ist, konnten wir uns die Zeit frei einteilen. Die Küche war mit allem ausgestattet. Die Einrichtung war neu und modern und schön dekoriert.
Germany
- What guests loved the most:
“Liked the location,great for our whisky tour and the house was nice and spacious and comfortable”
United Kingdom“Amazing space. Two huge bedrooms and two bathrooms. Very modern and tastefully decorated. We were warm and cosy as the weather had just turned and there was always lashings of hot water. Flora, our host was very friendly and helpful. All in all a fantastic stay”
United Kingdom“The cottage was absolutely wonderful in a fabulous location. Views of the Paps of Jura and next to the new state of the art Caol Ila distillery visitors centre. Very spacious cottage with two bathrooms.”
United Kingdom“Spacious renovated building so plenty of room and very well furnished and fitted out (Gumtree is amazing). Rural outlook and views across to Jura.”
United Kingdom“A very well set out cottage and Flora very welcoming hostess. Caol ila distillery near was still closed. Gumtree Cottage near to Port Askaig ferry end. Pleased we had a hire car as Islay has limited public transport.”
Australia“Very spacious and comfortable, just perfect for a relaxing break. Hosts very helpful. Possibly the best accommodation we have had. Highly recommend.”
United Kingdom“The property was immaculate with great facilities.”
United Kingdom“Everything we needed, clean, fresh & much bigger on the inside than it looks from the outside”
United Kingdom“mooi verzorgd huis van buiten twijfel je maat als he binnen komt netjes en compleet goed verzorgd”“0”
Netherlands“Wir hatten ein sehr großes Cottage mit zwei Schlafzimmern und Badezimmern für uns. Da es self-catering ist, konnten wir uns die Zeit frei einteilen. Die Küche war mit allem ausgestattet. Die Einrichtung war neu und modern und schön dekoriert.”“0”
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Gumtree Cottage is situated on the Scottish Isle of Islay and can be found within the village of Coal Ila.
The accommodation is located in an annex of the main house. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on site.
The cottage sleeps four people and comprises of two large double bedrooms. It also comes with a kitchen and a seating area with a a flat-screen TV and Blu-ray player.
Bowmore is 10.6 miles from Gumtree Cottage.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
See what guests loved the most:
Neil
United Kingdom“Liked the location,great for our whisky tour and the house was nice and spacious and comfortable”- GrantUnited Kingdom“Amazing space. Two huge bedrooms and two bathrooms. Very modern and tastefully decorated. We were warm and cosy as the weather had just turned and there was always lashings of hot water. Flora, our host was very friendly and helpful. All in...”
CatrionaUnited Kingdom“The cottage was absolutely wonderful in a fabulous location. Views of the Paps of Jura and next to the new state of the art Caol Ila distillery visitors centre. Very spacious cottage with two bathrooms.”
WilliamUnited Kingdom“Spacious renovated building so plenty of room and very well furnished and fitted out (Gumtree is amazing). Rural outlook and views across to Jura.”
Judith
Australia“A very well set out cottage and Flora very welcoming hostess. Caol ila distillery near was still closed. Gumtree Cottage near to Port Askaig ferry end. Pleased we had a hire car as Islay has limited public transport.”
IainUnited Kingdom“Very spacious and comfortable, just perfect for a relaxing break. Hosts very helpful. Possibly the best accommodation we have had. Highly recommend.”- AAnonymousUnited Kingdom“The property was immaculate with great facilities.”
- AAnonymousUnited Kingdom“Everything we needed, clean, fresh & much bigger on the inside than it looks from the outside”
Andre
Netherlands“mooi verzorgd huis van buiten twijfel je maat als he binnen komt netjes en compleet goed verzorgd”- AAndrea
Germany“Wir hatten ein sehr großes Cottage mit zwei Schlafzimmern und Badezimmern für uns. Da es self-catering ist, konnten wir uns die Zeit frei einteilen. Die Küche war mit allem ausgestattet. Die Einrichtung war neu und modern und schön dekoriert.”
- Hello we are looking to book for 3 nights 21-24 Sept but have two well behaved labs who sleep in dog crates, would you be able to accept this booking?Hi Good Evening Thank you for your enquiry. Apologies l do not accept pets. Kindest regards FloraAnswered on 28 September 2022
- We were keen on 27-30th October but looks like cal Mac stop on 23rd OctoberHi Good Morning Cal Mac operate a winter timetable but operate throughout the year. Please check Cal Mac online. Kindest regards FloraAnswered on 29 September 2022
- Hi, do you take workmen ? we have 3 guys who are doing repar works at the airport runwayGood Afternoon I have taken workmen previously, however, it would depend on the dates required. Kindest Regards FloraAnswered on 26 August 2020
- Are you dog friendlyMy apologies I do not accept pets.Answered on 9 December 2021
- Hi any bars restaurants nearby. Keen to come over and visit a few distilleries so will drive over. I trust from the mainland the ferry comes in closePort Askaig Hotel and Vallygrant Inn are closest to property. There are multiple options available if you travel to Bowmore which is 13 miles away. If..Answered on 28 September 2022
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Host Information
ballygrant inn
No additional info available
- Street parking
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Fireplace
- Seating Area
- Blu-ray player
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Video
- CD player
- DVD player
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Clothes rack
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Garden
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Horse ridingAdditional charge
- Hiking
- FishingAdditional charge
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
- Detached
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Car hire
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
No cots or extra beds are available.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Please inform Gumtree Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Legal information
FAQs about Gumtree Cottage
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Check-in at Gumtree Cottage is from 15:30, and check-out is until 10:30.
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The prices at Gumtree Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Gumtree Cottage can accommodate the following group size:
- 4 guests
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
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Gumtree Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Horse riding
- Bicycle rental
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Gumtree Cottage has 1 restaurant:
- ballygrant inn
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Gumtree Cottage is 700 yards from the centre of Port Askaig.
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Gumtree Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:
- 2 bedrooms
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
