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Coull,
is the ideal setting for anyone wanting a quiet,
secluded holiday. It is a paradise for birdwatchers,
with many species inhabiting the surrounding
landscape; chough, golden eagle and peregrine to name
but a few. There are many more birds to see during the
winter months - thousands of geese flock to Islay and
those, along with the other bird life, can be seen
from the comfort of an armchair. The RSPB Nature
Reserve at Gruinart is only a ten minute drive away.
Several
miles of relatively unspoilt coastline stretch either
side of Coull Farm, ideal terrain for walking from where
one can see seals, sometimes passing killer whales and
even the occasional, inquisitive otter.
For
the fisherman there is sea and loch fishing available
while, for those who enjoy pastimes of a more equine
nature, a recognised pony trekking centre at Rockside
Farm is only five minutes away.
The
village of Bruichladdich is eight miles away from Coull
Farm and has a small shop and post office, while the
main shopping area for the island, Bowmore, is ten miles
in the opposite direction. Here can be found the
Mactaggart Leisure Centre housing a full-size swimming
pool, fitness studio, sauna and launderette. Adjacent to
the leisure centre is Morrison’s Bowmore Distillery
with its souvenir shop and two regular tours each
weekday. There is also a variety of shops, sights
(including the Round Church) and eating places to cater
for all tastes.
Port
Askaig is 30 minutes away from Coull where the afternoon
ferry arrives from and leaves for Kennacraig, as well as
a small, regular car ferry
service to Feolin on Jura. In the summer season, the
CalMac ferry continues to Oban on a Wednesday, stopping
en route at the island of Colonsay and allowing a day
trip to this smaller island.
Aside
from the previously mentioned Bowmore Distillery, there
are four other operating distilleries on the island; at
Lagavulin and Laphroaig at the southern end of the
island along the coast from Port Ellen and the very
north at Caol Ila and Bunnahabhain. While the
distilleries do welcome visitors, it is advisable to
telephone in advance if you intend to visit. There are
also distilleries at Bruichladdich and Ardbeg but
neither are currently in production.
Nearby
Port Charlotte village houses the Islay Natural History
Trust Field Centre and the Museum of Islay Life, both of
which are well worth a visit to acquaint the visitor
with Islay’s wealth of natural history and its
historical past.
Traditional
Buildings
THE
COTTAGE
has two bedrooms, one twin-bedded, the other with a
double bed, both with adequate storage space. There is a
modern, cosy bathroom, an open plan sitting room with
dining room and adjoining kitchen. The latter is well
equipped with electric cooker, fridge and microwave.
The
comfortable sitting area enjoys a glorious view from
patio windows opening out onto a small, fenced garden.
From here can be seen the surrounding hills, the beach
and, on a clear day, a first class view of Ireland.
Both properties have double glazing and oil-fired
central heating making them cosy and welcoming. This,
along with electricity, linen and towels, are fully
included in the price. Adequate parking space is also
available.
There are facilities for storing bikes and both have
tiled entrance areas with hanging space for wet clothes.
COULL
FARM, LOCH GORM
MRS
P JONES COULL FARM KILCHOMAN BRUICHLADDICH ISLE OF ISLAY
ARGYLL PA49 7UT
Tel: +44 (0)1496-850317 Fax:+44 (0)1496-850317
e-mail: coull@isle-of-islay.com
GRADING-THREE
STARS STB
OPEN - ALL YEAR.
1 COTTAGE/1 FLAT:ROOMS-PUBLIC 1/BED 1-2:SLEEPS 2-6
£170-290
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