Guests say
Burnside Cottage offers a cosy and well-equipped base in a quiet location, ideal for exploring Islay and its attractions. Guests appreciated the comfortable beds, reliable WiFi, and proximity to local amenities such as the Bruichladdich Distillery and scenic walks. The cottage is praised for its spacious bedrooms, large garden, and countryside views. While some guests noted areas needing improvement, such as exterior maintenance and the unfinished porch, most found the property clean and functional, making it a good choice for couples, families, and dog owners seeking a relaxing stay on Islay.
Several guests found the cottage clean and tidy, with particular mention of new carpets and a well-kept interior. However, some reviews highlighted issues such as soiled bedding and wet floors on arrival, indicating inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised for its convenience, being close to Bruichladdich Distillery, Port Charlotte, and offering easy access to the rest of Islay. Guests enjoyed the quiet cul-de-sac setting and countryside views.
Guests found the beds very comfortable and the cottage warm, with spacious bedrooms and a relaxing bath. Some noted the lounge was small for four people and the bathroom layout could be awkward for taller guests.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, with a good kitchen, large TV, and reliable WiFi. Some guests mentioned a lack of certain kitchen items, unfinished areas, and maintenance issues such as cracked paving and an unfinished porch.
A welcome pack was mentioned in the cottage folder but was not consistently provided, with only basic tea and coffee sachets available for some guests. Please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed.
About this property
Set in the whisky village of Bruichladdich, in the heart of the beautiful Hebridean Island of Islay, this welcoming, pet-friendly, family cottage lies close to sandy beaches. Enjoy wild adventures, exploring, visiting distilleries and birdwatching..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Sky Glass TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Corner Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request).
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and 2 stairgates.. Enclosed rear garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: It is advisable to book the ferry in advance.. This semi-detached cottage lies in the heart of the village of Bruichladdich, a short walk from the distillery, village shop and the beach front. Recently renovated in 2022 with loving care by the owner, it has an enclosed garden and is tucked away in a lovely sunny position in a quiet residential area, with open fields on one side. Perfect for a small family or couple, its spacious open-plan living/dining room to relax in. There are views over the rear garden from this room and there is a well-equipped kitchen where you can rustle up your favourite meals. A handy porch is great for storing outside gear and wellies, and this leads into an enclosed, sheltered rear garden with a sitting-out area, the perfect place for making the most of the sunshine or relaxing in the evening gazing up at the stars. The ground floor bathroom features a large corner bath as well as an amazing shower cabin, ideal after a day’s walking! Upstairs are two welcoming bedrooms, one with a comfy kingsize bed and the other with zip and link super kingszie bed.
Bruichladdich is a distillery village, situated on the peninsula known as the Rhinns of Islay on the shores of beautiful Loch Indaal and is an excellent base for visiting the wonderful and unique Isle of Islay. As well as the distillery, there is a handy mini-market where you can buy daily groceries. Just 2 miles down the road, is the bigger village of Port Charlotte, with its charming white stone cottages, hotel, restaurant, café, village shop with post office, as well as a museum and wildlife visitor centre. There’s also a restaurant, bar and children’s playground at Port Mor, just outside the village. A recent addition for walkers is The Loch Indaal Way, a coastal walk connecting the two villages of Bruicladdich and Port Charlotte, ideal for any ability.
Bruichladdich is about 20 minutes’ drive from the two ferry ports of Port Ellen and Port Askaig (advance booking advisable) and just 10 minutes from the main town of Bowmore, which has a charming small village character, with plenty of amenities and a good variety of shops, hotels and restaurants, banks, post office and swimming pool with fitness centre. There are many small villages within a short driving distance, with Port Ellen being the principal fishing port and ferry terminal on the island with shopping facilities, hotels, restaurants, post office and pontoons available for yachts.
The world famous, challenging golf links at Machrie are about 15 miles away nestled alongside 7 miles of pristine beach. At the ferry port of Port Askaig, you can catch a ferry to the Isle of Jura which also has a world class reputation for whisky and beautiful scenery. Islay is known as ‘The Queen of the Hebrides’, and can be easily accessed by ferry from Kennacraig in Kintyre or from Oban. The island is quite large and is a paradise for birdwatchers, ramblers, fishermen, golfers, artists, lovers of fine food and, of course, there are nine (and counting!) whisky distilleries to visit and savour. Ideal for an adventurous family, with sandy beaches to explore, fabulous walking and, being fairly flat, it is perfect for cycling. Beach 500 yards.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at the property.
It is advisable to book the ferry crossing in advance
Scottish Letting Licence No: AR02222F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (11)
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Dominic Gallimore
Burnside Cottage is a semi detached property in a quiet cul-de-sac next to rural farmland. It is a short minute or two walk to Bruichladdich Distillery and the pier looking out on to Lochindaal. A beautiful mile and a half walk to Port Charlotte and its amenities.The house itself we found to be clean, functional and well equipped with everything we needed. Bathroom large and spacious with a bath and shower. Fantastic TV if bad weather and you fancy a quiet night in. Good sized galley style kitchen. Two spacious bedrooms with functional furniture and fittings.This house would make a reasonably priced launch pad for a family or group looking to explore the whisky, wildlife or just plain old beauty that Islay has to offer. Found our minimal interaction with the owner to be friendly, informative and helpful. More than met our expectations.
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Confirmed Guest
Totally agree with other less favourable reviews. Don’t go! No way 4 star . Description is creative! Exterior not cared for 2O22 extension / porch still not finished. Lots of concerns , but soiled mattress covers / beds / pillows the icing on the cake!!Love Islay but stay elsewhere
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Confirmed Guest
Burnside is a cozy, well equipped and nicely situated cottage on a lovely part of Islay. Close to Port Charlotte which has 3 decent restaurants and 2 good bars, and play traditional music regularly. The photos of the cottage give a true representative of the interior. A nice place to stay offering good value for money and a good location to tour Islay.