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Coillabus Eco- Luxury Lodges, Islay,Scotland

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Fabulous stone clad lodges with turf roofs on Islay. 5 star eco luxury accommodation for 2-4 guest
stylish interiors
whisky flavoured marigolds? This one's a Laphroaig.
1 of 23Fabulous stone clad lodges with turf roofs on Islay. 5 star eco luxury accommodation for 2-4 guest
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2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
4 guests
7 nights minimum
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Fabulous turf-roofed guest accommodation set in an beautiful secluded spot high on the Oa peninsula on the Hebridean island of Islay, Scotland. The architect designed lodge is clad in local stone and has been carefully built by island and Argyll craftsmen. With its turf roof the building appears to flow out of the landscape in perfect harmony with its very special surroundings. The light and spacious interiors are in Scottish eco-chic style with bespoke touches sitting in harmony with iconic mid century furniture. Soft furnishings are in our own tweed designed for us by the iconic Islay Woollen Mill - suppliers of tweed to many films including Braveheart. The lodge sleeps 2-4 in two ensuite bedrooms each with a double ended bath and walk in shower. You can enjoy unpolluted night skies a...Fabulous turf-roofed guest accommodation set in an beautiful secluded spot high on the Oa peninsula on the Hebridean island of Islay, Scotland. The architect designed lodge is clad in local stone and has been carefully built by island and Argyll craftsmen. With its turf roof the building appears to flow out of the landscape in perfect harmony with its very special surroundings. The light and spacious interiors are in Scottish eco-chic style with bespoke touches sitting in harmony with iconic mid century furniture. Soft furnishings are in our own tweed designed for us by the iconic Islay Woollen Mill - suppliers of tweed to many films including Braveheart. The lodge sleeps 2-4 in two ensuite bedrooms each with a double ended bath and walk in shower. You can enjoy unpolluted night skies and amazing sunsets from your own two person out door Star Tub - fill with hot fresh spring water for a chemical free alternative tubbing experience. The lodge also has a sauna, wood burning stove and heated Caithness slab floors. Ultra comfortably Hypnos beds made up with fair trade organic bedlinen and platinum wool duvets add to the luxury experience. Spa treatments, chilled ready meals and an in-house chef service are available. Coillabus is a superb honeymoon destination and is also a stylish base for a romantic getaway or an island holiday with family or friends. Sandy beaches - you'll often have them all to yourselves- a championship golfcourse, iconic whisky distilleries and the airport and ferrry terminal are all within a ten minute drive away. More
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House Rules
Pets Allowed: Yes
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
We welcome dogs to one of our lodges. Please contact us direct for our dog policy.
Bathrooms
2 Full baths
About the Owner
Hester R
Languages spoken:English
Response Rate:95%
Response Time:Within a day
Listed Since:September 2012
Interaction with guests: 
We are always happy to discuss your vacation plans. You will find more information about Coillabus and up to date availabity on our own online pages. You will always get the best price by booking direct with us.
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Reviewed 30 March 2014
A sublime experience

From our welcome at the houses to our last minute there, our stay was fantastic.The two lodges are truly eco and nestle in the wild Islay landscape marvellously. No detail was forgotten from hot tub glasses to doggie friendliness in one lodge and every techno...More

Date of stay: March 2014
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Reviewed 18 February 2014
Fabulous luxury Winter hideaway

WOW, what an amazing lodge , we had the best time and will be returning ! We were a party of 2 professional couples who enjoy luxury holidays abroad and this was our first experience of holidaying together in the UK and we could not...More

Date of stay: February 2014
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Reviewed 21 January 2014
Completely amazing, even in January

We spent three nights at Coillabus in January, and it was the highlight of our ten days in Scotland. I wish we could have spent at least a week, if not a month. The view is beautiful, fields of heather dotted with distant sheep, in...More

Date of stay: January 2014
1  Thank optimallydisplaced
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Management response:Responded 21 January 2014

How lovely to hear all this. I love the idea of the icy rain and the hot tub in the full moon.I'm so glad you were able to enjoy the...More

Reviewed 7 January 2014
Mixed impressions in winter ...

First I have to say that we already tried some comparable lodges - inter alia the ones in Achiltibiue, the Borve Lodges and finally the BLUE REEF on Harris, accidentally built by the same architect as Coillabus and marvellously positioned above a magnificent beach. Which...More

Date of stay: December 2013
8  Thank WolfGabel
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Management response:Responded 7 January 2014

Wouff! At first this had me reaching for the warm fizz but on reflection I think this calls for a Laphroaig - declared by some to be the most medicinal...More

Reviewed 10 December 2013
Beautiful and isolated lodge with amazing facilities

We stayed here in December and had a truly memorable four days. It being winter we were impressed at how warm the place was, with the sauna and hot tub being very cosy extras. The lodges are both close enough to walk to lochs as...More

Date of stay: December 2013
Thank Izzumm
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Management response:Responded 10 December 2013

Thanks for taking time to write this lovely review. I'm really glad you enjoyed the seclusion of Coillabus. This was part of the inspiration for building the lodges - to...More

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Reviewed 28 November 2013
Perfect

Stayed for 5nights during a romantic winter break. Hester was wonderful in providing all the info needed to get there, including good stops along the way. Cannot fault the cottage at all. In a chilly Scottish November it was always warm and cosy, beautiful location,...More

Date of stay: November 2013
Thank SBlack2015
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Management response:Responded 28 November 2013

Thanks so much for coming to Coillabus and posting this review. I'm delighted that you found Coillabus a good choice for your winter romantic break. And yes, we really love...More

Reviewed 30 September 2013
Unique, Unforgettable Accommodation

It is impossible to rate Coillabus too highly - the setting, architecture and interior design set it apart from any other self-catering accommodation we have experienced. From top of the line European cooking utensils to luxurious bed and table linens, Portmeiron china and local soaps...More

Date of stay: September 2013
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Management response:Responded 30 September 2013

I'm so glad you enjoyed your time at Coillabus Lodges. We do love welcoming guests from Canada. So many people from the Oa on Islay have descendents there. We're glad...More

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Amenities
Pets Allowed: Yes
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
DVD Player
Balcony
Grill
Blender
Boat Available
Books
Central Heating
Suitable For Children Under 5
Dishwasher
Dryer
Fireplace
Freezer
Refrigerator
Highchair
Housekeeping Included
Internet Access
Iron
Kettle
Linens Provided
Local Guides/Maps
Microwave
Mountain Views
Outdoor Dining Area
Parking
Patio
Private Garden
Cable/satellite TV
Sauna
Soap/Shampoo Provided
Stereo System
Cooker
Telephone
Terrace
Toaster
Towels Provided
Washer
Water Views
Wi-Fi
Fishing Nearby
There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive
Horse Riding Nearby
Watersports Nearby
Beach Or Lakeside Relaxation
Cycling Trips
Hiking Trips
Rural/Countryside Retreats
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About the neighbourhood
Set high in a world of its own on the Oa peninsula Coillabus enjoys wonderful views over heather and sea towards, Ireland, Kintyre and the rest of Islay. Yet the lodge is just a ten minute drive from the village of Port Ellen and a half hour flight from Glasgow International Airport. The island of Islay is known as the Queen of the Hebrides and is famed for its eight iconic malt whisky distilleriess, miles of sandy beaches, wildlife and bird watching, golf and watersports. The lodge has a fishing permit for trout fishing on the nearby lochs. Golden eagles are spotted regularly from the wide galleried windows of Coillabus.
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