Ballivicar Farm Apartments, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll & Bute and the Islands

Ballivicar Farm Apartments – Tranquil Self-Catering Retreats on the Isle of Islay

Located near Port Ellen on the serene Isle of Islay, Ballivicar Farm Apartments offers comfortable and well-equipped self-catering accommodation in a peaceful rural setting. Set on a working farm home to sheep and around 30 horses—including two majestic Clydesdales—this welcoming retreat provides a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty and charm of Islay.

Wildlife is abundant on and around the farm, with regular sightings of deer, pheasants, owls, birds of prey, hares, hedgehogs, and a variety of seasonal geese. The peaceful, unspoiled surroundings make Ballivicar Farm a perfect base for a relaxing escape.

The Chougherie

The Chougherie is a spacious and comfortable three-bedroom cottage, ideal for families or small groups. It features:

A king-size double bedroom with en-suite shower room

A twin bedroom

A single bedroom

A separate bathroom serving the twin and single rooms

The cottage includes a well-equipped open-plan kitchen and comfortable lounge area, making it perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the island. Wi-Fi is available throughout, and guests have access to a washing machine. All bed linen is provided, ensuring a convenient and pleasant stay.

The Hayloft

The Hayloft is a charming one-bedroom cottage with:

Twin beds

A spacious living area

An open-plan kitchen

A private en-suite bathroom

One of the highlights of The Hayloft is its cosy conservatory, featuring a large picture window that frames the peaceful countryside—a perfect spot to relax and take in the scenery. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, supplied bed linen, and access to a shared washing machine.

Explore the Isle of Islay

Ballivicar Farm enjoys a peaceful yet convenient location—close to Port Ellen but secluded enough to offer privacy and quiet. The property is within 15 minutes of Islay’s main ferry terminal, the airport, and the island’s only golf course. In addition, three of Islay’s most famous working whisky distilleries are just a short drive away.

The surrounding coastline, beaches, and natural scenery are among the most unspoiled in Scotland, offering a timeless atmosphere of solitude and wonder. Birdlife and other rare wildlife are part of everyday life here, including barn owls nesting in the farm buildings, swallows, buzzards, hen harriers, and peregrine falcons. In winter, the area is home to impressive flocks of Greenland white-fronted and barnacle geese.

A Place Steeped in History and Peace

History lovers will find themselves surrounded by ancient landmarks, with Iron Age forts, standing stones, deserted townships, and Celtic crosses all within easy reach. But above all, Ballivicar Farm and the Isle of Islay offer visitors a healing, peaceful environment—free from pollution, stress, and crowds. Though often described as "remote," the island is in fact easily accessible, yet remains one of Scotland’s best-kept secrets.

With its welcoming hosts, natural beauty, rich wildlife, and proximity to local attractions, Ballivicar Farm Apartments provide an ideal escape for anyone seeking tranquillity and authenticity on the stunning Isle of Islay.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/IsleOfIslay/3136

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Ballivicar Farm Apartments, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll, Bute & The Islands (Sleeps 1-6)

Ballivicar Farm Apartments offers self-catering accommodation that is situated in Port Ellen, Islay in Argyll, Bute & The Islands.

The 3 lovely self-catering and well-equipped apartments are called The Chougherie, The Hayloft and The Bothy. All apartments have Wi-Fi available. We are a working farm with sheep and 30 horses, 2 of which are Clydesdales. Visitors to the farm include deer, pheasants, birds of prey, owls and the odd hedgehog, geese mostly in winter, hares etc.

The Chougherie:

The Chougherie has two bedrooms (one double bed and one twin), a lounge/living area, an open plan kitchen and a separate bathroom.

The Hayloft:

The Hayloft has one bedroom (twin beds), a large living area, an open plan kitchen and en suite bathroom. We are happy to accept well-behaved dogs. Wi-Fi is available for our guests.

The Bothy:

The Bothy has one bedroom (twin beds), a living area, an open plan kitchen and en suite bathroom. Extra beds are available in The Chougherie and The Hayloft by arrangement. Well-behaved dogs are welcome. Wi-Fi is available for our guests.

The farm is situated close to but quite separate from Port Ellen, it is within 15 minutes of Islay's principal ferry port, airport and its only golf course. The three most distinctive of Islay's six functioning distilleries are also within easy reach. The sea and empty beaches are, of course, ubiquitous on the island, which is, in many ways, locked in a time-warp (you rarely need to lock your car or your flat).

Wildlife, rare on the mainland, is part of everyday life, barn owls nest in the farm buildings, there are swallows everywhere (and bats), and since nothing is shot on the farm, pheasants, hares, roe deer (and some red) and rabbits abound. Buzzards are commonplace and hen harriers and peregrines are also part of everyday life. In the winter there are geese, Greenland white-fronts and barnacles in large numbers.

History surrounds the farm and island from iron-age forts, standing stones, deserted townships and celtic crosses, all within easy reach. But above all, Islay (and Ballivicar) is a healing place, a quiet, peaceful, unpolluted respite from an overcrowded world, 'remote', but in fact not remote at all, just a well-kept secret.

The Isle of Islay offers the visitor a peaceful and relaxing holiday with miles of beautiful beaches, magnificent bays on Islay's Atlantic west coast and stunning views.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Argyll--Bute---the-Islands/3136

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Ballivicar Farm Cottages, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll & Bute

Ballivicar Farm offers self catering accommodation that is situated in Port Ellen, Islay in Argyll, Bute & The Islands.

At these holiday cottages, we have pony trekking and carriage riding (behind a Clydesdale) available on site and we offer, attached to the farmhouse, three lovely self catering and well equipped apartments called The Chougherie, The Hayloft and The Bothy. All apartments have Wi-Fi available.

The Chougherie has two bedrooms (one double bed and one twin), lounge/living area, open plan kitchen and separate bathroom.

The Hayloft has one bedroom (twin beds), large living area, open plan kitchen and en suite bathroom. We are happy to accept well behaved dogs. Wi-Fi is available for our guests. 

The Bothy has one bedroom (twin beds), living area, open plan kitchen and en suite bathroom. Extra beds are available in The Chougherie and The Hayloft by arrangement. Well behaved dogs are welcome. Wi-Fi is available for our guests.

The farm is situated close to but quite separate from Port Ellen, it is within 15 minutes of Islay's principal ferry port, airport and its only golf course. The three most distinctive of Islay's six functioning distilleries are also within easy reach. The sea and empty beaches are, of course, ubiquitous on the island, which is, in many ways, locked in a time-warp (you rarely need to lock your car or your flat).

Wildlife, rare on the mainland, is part of everyday life, barn owls nest in the farm buildings, there are swallows everywhere (and bats), and since nothing is shot on the farm, pheasants, hares, roe deer (and some red) and rabbits abound. Buzzards are commonplace, hen harriers and peregrines are also part of everyday life. In the winter there are geese, Greenland white-fronts and barnacles in large numbers.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Argyll/3136

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Livislay, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay

LivIslay is a lovely detached self catering cottage in a quiet residential area in the village of Port Ellen on Islay. 

Livislay, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll, Bute & The Islands (Sleeps 1 - 6).

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Scotland/15567

The cottage was newly built in 2010 and has everything for a great holiday on Islay.
We have a fenced garden which makes it a safe place for children. 

Furthermore there is off road parking and our cottage has wheel chair access too. The entire cottage is centrally heated with an oil fired heating system. All linen and towels are provided for.

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