Ellister Lodge – Home 7337915 House
- 4 bedrooms
- 8 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
Ellister Lodge – Home 7337915
- House
- 4 bedrooms
- sleeps 8
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 3 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
A Visit Scotland 4**** modern, elevated house with superb views over Loch Indaal, with comfortable well-appointed accommodation and excellent facilities, Ellister Lodge is situated on the 300-acre Easter Ellister estate on the Rinns of Islay, near the pretty seaside village of Port Charlotte.
Often called the Queen of the Hebrides, Islay is the most southerly of the Hebridean islands. Elllister Lodge is in a natural setting on the Rinns of Islay, it being a designated Special Protection Area with all kinds of wildlife.
1/3rd acre plot with extensive decking and (enclosed, safe) viewing and relaxing platforms. Fully insulated with full double glazing and new heat pump central heating. Fully accessible with access ramps, three sets of French windows and modern-width internal doorways. No smoking, please.
We let Friday-Friday in peak months; please ask about other dates. Please also ask about pets; we allow well-behaved dogs by arrangement.
Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Full bed
Bedroom 2: Full bed
Bedroom 3: Full bed
Bedroom 4: 2 Twin beds - 1 Full bath, 1 Half bath, 2 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Solarium or roof terrace
- Balcony or terrace
- Sea view
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Safe
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
- Housekeeping Included
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Access
- Parking
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
About the owner
Ian S.
- Calendar last updated:
- 03 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 7
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 18 reviews
Excellent
18 reviews
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- Very Good
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“Wonderful Home-stay, Best in Islay, IMHO”
My wife and I just can't stay away from Ellister Lodge. After a three year Covid hiatus, we returned yet again for three weeks in June, 2022. All the superlatives of my last review still stand.… More
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“Perfect”
Ellister Lodge was the perfect base to explore Islay. Spacious, extremely well equipped with stunning views all the way to Rathlin Island and the Northern Ireland Coast. Well laid out accommodation with a plethora of information on the house and what to do and see on Islay.
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“Serene in Scotland”
The property is secluded with unbelievable views to the ocean in a peaceful and calm environment. Every morning we woke to see sheep and deer across the valley, foraging near the forest edge. The hous… More
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Response from the owner Hi Tony, apologies for not seeing and acknowledging your kind review sooner! Very kind of you. Stay well!
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“Mrs”
My husband and family had a fantastic holiday once again on Islay ..Ellister lodge was fantastic it was so well equiped and comfortable we had wonderful weather which made it all the better thank you … More
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Response from the owner I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay, the house, the island - and good weather! Poor Brodie, you'll need to get some for him! The deer are pretty reliable visitors, it all adds to a good time on the island. Do come again!
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“Back again!”
It was our second time at Ellister Lodge, this time with our three children in tow. We were again so impressed with the quality of this marvellous house and the speed at which we felt at home. The vie… More
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Response from the owner Hi Caitlin and Mark, it was lovely to have you back, and glad you enjoyed it. Looking forward to seeing you again soon!
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“Beautiful house - stunning location”
Amazing house in a lovely setting overlooking the sea, Highland cows in the field opposite (a new baby arrived during our stay), I couldn't ask for more. My two teenage boys and a friend each als… More
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Response from the owner Antonia, many thanks, delighted you had a good time - and saw a baby coo arrive. You may have seen the barn owl in the barn right next door, but it tends to keep antisocial hours. Thanks again!
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“Excellent Homestay in Islay”
I am a native of Islay who left the island 60 years ago. My American wife and I returned for a three-week vacation and chose Ellister Lodge through TripAdvisor. We also had three other family members… More
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Response from the owner Hi Mel, Many thanks for a very thoughtful (and positive!) review - much appreciated. We're glad you had a good stay, we do try to keep it nice - well, it's our home for some of the time! I'll let Rebecca know, too. Best regards, Ian
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“Amazing stay”
Stayed in this wonderful place for a week during the Feis Ile 2018. Had lovely weather, so the use of the decking, barbque and bikes was highly appreciated. This is a fantastic house with a comforti… More
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Response from the owner Hi Sue, it sounded like you were having a good time, but very good to see if confirmed! Many thanks for a lovely review. Cheers, Ian
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“Mrs”
Just returned from another lovely week at Ellister Lodge... wonderful time was had by all.. can't wait to go back
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Response from the owner Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it. Come back soon!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Superb stay with fantastic views”
Stunning views from a beautiful lodge. Home from home well stocked with everything you need and more. Very spacious even for six adults that like their own room. Will return in the future. Very satis… More
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Response from the owner Eileen, thanks so much for this and for your kind email. So glad you liked things, that means everything to us as we do our limited best! We're here just now to do the odd bit of maintenance and have to agree with you! Do come back, although can't promise the hare next time!
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Ian (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Ian (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Ian (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Ian the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Ian (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Ian (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Ian (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Ian (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Ian (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Ian (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Ian (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Ian (the owner) a message.
If Ian (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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