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Just returned from 3 night golf break at The Machrie, I had been over on a number of occasions with my wife but after years of me praising the course & hotel some of my fellow golfers decided to make the trip, I was a little apprehensive due to recent change of ownership no need The Machrie didn’t disappoint. Firstly I must thank Ian who could not have been more understanding when one of the guys had to drop out at the last minute due for health issues 👍. Last year I had a few issues with service in restaurant & bar all has been resolved staff were excellent, couple of guys we need to mention Joe & Conor very helpful, sorted out issue when local mini bus company didn’t show 👏. Rooms and bedding excellent well maintained good house keeping. Couple of the guys disappointed that 4 greens off but these were newly laid last year and had not bedded in temp greens smaller but good, also practice area was out of action prior notice would have been nice. The course played first class as it had on my previous visits, my fellow golfers had nothing but praise for it and are looking forward to a return visit fortunately mine is already booked. I was disappointed that the golf pro David & his son Dale had left they added that little bit extra to the experience, wishing them and Janette all the best.

The village of Port Charlotte is far from the relatively bustling Bowmore, thereby making it a hotel destination for an ideal boutique experience. The proprietor Isabelle has a knack for the personalized experience, so your time in the hotel feels like a homecoming. The kitchen is fabulous, much better than perhaps necessary, and the atmosphere around the deep whisky bar is worth spending a few drams a night around. I couldn’t have hoped for a finer Islay lodging.

Located in Islay Island, The Bowmore House Bed & Breakfast is a 1-minute drive from Bowmore Distillery and 5 minutes from Islay Ales. This bed & breakfast is 6 mi (9.6 km) from An Tràigh and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Finlaggan Visitor Centre.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Bowmore House Bed & Breakfast. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 5 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

The hotel is just across from the airport. I like how the owner and his wife make the room especially cozy, and the breakfast fruit is plentiful to surprise. Just order dinner in advance, otherwise there is nothing to eat. Anyway, you want to rent a car to live in this city. It takes half an hour to drive wherever you go. It is quiet and clean if you are on vacation.