Our Location
Islay is the most southerly of the Hebridean islands and well serviced by Caledonian MacBrayne ferries from Kennacraig on the Mull of Kintyre and British Airways/Flybe by air from Glasgow. A large island, Islay offers a varied topography ranging from the wild Atlantic breakers of her west coast to the sheltered bays and skerries on her eastern seaboard. Famous for her whisky, wildlife, scenery and warm welcome Islay weaves her magic on those who visit.
This architecturally designed semi-detached cottage is situated yards from the shore and just a few metres from the beautiful sandy beach at Kilnaughton, Lipachlairy is cradled in the natural shelter of the ridge behind and separated from the sea in front by the original stone walls, rebuilt on the track leading to Carraig Fhada lighthouse.
The cottage exterior combines traditional features with a contemporary feel. Whitewashed walls are offset by aluminium framed windows and larch clad covered decking. Features paying tribute to the past include the small gable windows, reminiscent of times when thick walls and small apertures helped protect against the elements.
Internally Lipachlairy takes full advantage of its natural setting to enjoy extensive views of the sea, the village of Port Ellen across the bay, the sandy beach at Kilnaughton and the island skerries of Islay’s eastern seaboard. Inside the dining area enjoys panoramic scenes from bay windows and direct access to covered decking for al fresco eating. The sitting area is designed to emulate the snugness of dwellings past with a log burning stove set on a slate hearth and a small feature window by the fireside creating a sense of protection during the wild Hebridean winters.
Lipachlairy is the latest venture undertaken by the owners. Our first award-winning project Is Tir na Og, which sits on the hill overlooking the cottages.
