Glenegedale House Shortlist*
Glenegedale, Scotland
Good Hotel Guide Review
Graeme and Emma Clark’s hospitable guest house on the Isle of Islay basks in uninterrupted views over the Mull of Oa; guests often bask in the comfort – and indulgent treats – the hosts provide. Handsome bedrooms with tweedy touches are stocked with spoiling extras (Scottish-blended teas, Highland chocolates); a residents’ bar holds Islay malts and Scottish gins. In the evening, a platter of charcuterie, cheese or local seafood with home-baked bread and oatcakes is available for the asking. Breakfast, and its whisky-laced porridge, wins awards. The consummate hosts have local knowledge to share, perhaps over a dram by the peat fire. Close to the island’s small airfield; ferry terminals are a short drive.
Hotel details
Address
Isle of Islay
PA42 7AS
Scotland
Telephone
01496 300400
Bedrooms
4. 1 on ground floor, plus 4-bed self-catering house.
Open
all year except Christmas and New Year. No meals on Sunday evenings.
Facilities
bar, morning room, drawing room, dining room, music room, in-room TV (Freeview), wedding facilities, garden, public rooms wheelchair accessible.
Background music
classical, jazz and instrumental music, ‘played very low’, in dining room.
Children
not under 12.
Dogs
not allowed.
Credit cards
Amex, MC, Visa.
Prices
B&B £160–£210. À la carte £45.