Portnahaven

Welcome to Ballymeanach Self-catering Holiday Cottages

Ballymeanach Self-catering Holiday Cottages rest quietly on an owner-occupied croft situated on the breath taking Rhinns of Islay; an area celebrated  internationally as a Ramsar wetland and domestically as a designated SSSI for its rare flora, fauna and sweeping coastal beauty. Surrounded by wide skies, Atlantic light, and traditionally farmed land with a growing herd of native Galloway cattle, this is a place where nature isn’t just scenery – it’s part of the experience.

Self-Catering Cottages Available Year-Round

Our three luxurious self catering cottages –  The Barn, The Smiddy & The Cottage – are available to book throughout the year. Each property blends modern comfort with rustic charm, providing a relaxing base for exploring Islay’s coastlines, wildlife, and cultural heritage.

Ballymeanach is ideally located for discovering the best of Islay. Whether you’re visiting for the beaches, the wildlife, the whisky, or the island’s deep history, you’ll find everything within easy reach.

After a day of adventure, return to the calm of the croft. Enjoy a dram or a glass of wine in your private seating area and take in the sounds of the island – from soft birdsong to, at times, the haunting calls of seals.

Rainbow over Claddach

Guests choose Ballymeanach Self-catering Holiday Cottages for:

  • Peaceful natural surroundings

  • Proximity to beaches, walking routes, and cycling trails

  • Excellent birdwatching and wildlife spotting

  • Easy access to Islay’s world-famous whisky distilleries

  • A tranquil atmosphere perfect for unwinding

Experience the Nature & Beauty of Islay

Ballymeanach is ideally located for discovering the best of Islay. Whether you’re visiting for the beaches, the wildlife, the whisky, or the island’s deep history, you’ll find everything within easy reach.

After a day of adventure, return to the calm of the croft. Enjoy a dram or a glass of wine in your private seating area and take in the sounds of the island – from soft birdsong to, at times, the haunting calls of seals.

Book Your Stay

Escape to a place where nature leads, time slows, and relaxation comes naturally.

Book your stay at Ballymeanach Holiday Cottages and experience Islay at its most peaceful.

Accommodation

The Cottage

Sleeps 2-3

The Cottage is a cosy one-bedroom cottage sympathetically converted from farm steadings with a mezzanine bedroom and sitting area with views towards the rocky coastline.

The Smiddy

Sleeps 2-3

The Smiddy is a stylish one-bedroom cottage retaining the deep window ledges of old but with a modern open plan layout. Property is one level with deep windows in keeping with the original building.

The Barn

Sleeps 4-6

The Barn is a spacious two-bedroom cottage over two levels, open plan living/kitchen area & views down to the lighthouse & conservation village of Portnahaven.

The Island Of Islay

Islay is the southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides, just off the West Coast of Scotland. Known as the ‘Queen of the Hebrides’, Islay is an amazing island experience – spectacular beaches, fabulous country walks, panoramic views and a multitude of species of wildlife, especially birds.