Cottage at The Old School

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9.6Outstanding
(9 Ratings)
"Everything was perfect: the house, much bigger than on the pictures, the location, the enclosed garden for our « little polar bear », the four rooms and three bathrooms…"
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9.6 / 10
Outstanding(9 Ratings)

Cottage in Scotland

8 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this cottage rental

The school has been converted to the highest standard with exposed internal stonework, with tweeds from the Islay Woollen Mill visible in every room.

The old playground is enclosed and is a perfect area to relax outside and watch the sea in the distance. There is ample parking within the playground for at least four cars.

Orsay lighthouse and the French man's rocks are a short distance away. There is a bus stop 100 yards from the school.

There is an airport 40 minutes drive from the property. A bus can also transport you and takes around 60 minutes to get there.

The Old School is a listed building and is situated in the conservation fishing village of Portnahaven.

The village has a beautiful harbour with resident seals and the school is 3 minutes walk to the harbour.

There is also a small convenience store and post office and local pub.

The school comprises of a large dining kitchen, three double bedrooms (two with en suite) and one twin bedroom.

Main bathroom with separate shower and bath.

Both the kitchen and lounge have wood burning stoves. The property sleeps 8 people.

The school has been converted to the highest standard with exposed internal stonework, with tweeds from the Islay Woollen Mill visible in every room.

The old playground is enclosed and is a perfect area to relax outside and watch the sea in the distance. There is ample parking within the playground for at least four cars.

Orsay lighthouse and the French man's rocks are a short distance away. There is a bus stop 100 yards from the school.

There is an airport 40 minutes drive from the property. A bus can also transport you and takes around 60 minutes to get there.

To make your stay even more special we can tailor packages to suit. For example, if you having a romantic couples getaway we can arrange a chef to cook a private meal for you, if you are budding whisky enthusiasts we can organise a private tutored tasting for you by The Rare Malt Whisky Company.

Please let us know the reason for your visit and we will endeavour to make your holiday all the more unique.

We accept well behaved dogs.

Amenities at Cottage at The Old School

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10
Outstanding(9 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Everything was perfect: the house, much bigger than on the pictures, the location, the enclosed garden for our « little polar bear », the four rooms and three bathrooms…
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
We were getting married at the Rhinns Hall and staying in the Old School House was absolutely perfect for this. We were so close to the hall that it made all wedding logistics so much easier and we acted like a hub for all our friends and family. The house was big but cosy and the perfect place to stay. Thank you for accommodating us on our special day.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
House was comfortable with lots of room for all guests. House was equipped with everything we needed
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
Never has school seemed so enchanting.This conversion gets an A+ for interior design and comfort. The 6 of us loved being there, walking to the Seafood Shack and local pub. It was a lovely base camp for trips to distilleries. The place resonates with happiness and beautiful views.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Cottage at The Old School. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Cottage at The Old School pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Cottage at The Old School?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.