LuxuryonIslay

06/11/2024

It was a fantastic evening at Port Ellen’s Bonfire and Firework display last night!

The skies above North Bay beach were lit up as the local community on Islay gathered and enjoyed some fantastic home baking, soup, hot dogs and of course some wee drams of whisky.

The evening is hosted by the amazing . A community led organisation who strive to make positive changes to the communities of Islay and Jura.

We can’t wait to do it again next year!

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25/10/2024

Here’s 5 facts about Islay!

1: is known as “Queen of the Hebrides”, a magnificent isle with fertile land, abundant wildlife and a long and fascinating history.

2: It’s the fifth-largest Scottish island
Islay is around 620 square kilometres in area, making it the fifth-largest of over 700 Scottish islands. It is also the eighth-largest island in the British Isles. The island has a population of just over 3,000.

3:There were prehistoric settlers on Islay
There is evidence of hunter-gatherers on Islayfrom around 10,000 BC, at the end of the Ice Age and into the Mesolithic Period. Archaeologists have discovered Ice Age tools and Mesolithic artefacts on the island. In fact, some of the earliest items were uncovered by a herd of pigs in 2015!

4: It was the seat of the Lords of the Isles 
Finlaggan on Islay was the seat of the Lords of the Isles and Clan Donald, from the 12th to the 15th century. A powerful clan, which controlled much of the Highlands and islands. The small islands of Eilean Mòr and Eilean na Comhairle, within Loch Finlaggan, formed the Lords’ headquarters.

5: It’s famous for its smokey whiskies
This peaty land is what gives Islay whisky its distinctive quality. Distillers use dried peat to smoke the barley, producing a unique, smokey flavour. There are nine working distilleries on the island, and whisky production is one of the main industries here, along with farming, fishing and tourism.

Photo credits 📸: .king_of_scotland

18/10/2024

Welcome to the Wee House!

This wee gem includes 2 bedrooms, sleeping up to 4 people with space for 2 additional small children on a pull down sofa in the lounge.

The space is ultra modern and the lounge, dining and kitchen benefit from the open vaulted double height ceiling.

The house has been thoughtfully designed and finished to the highest standard and is the perfect base camp for your Islay adventure.

Visit the link in our bio to book!

04/10/2024

We’ve been treated to some rare weather the last few days on Islay!

Did you get a chance to enjoy the sunshine?

Situated overlooking the stunning Leodamais beach in Port Ellen, we offer two unique self-catering properties on the fabulous Isle of Islay, Scotland.

The lovely town of Port Ellen is built around Leodamais Bay and is the perfect spot to base your holiday on the Isle of Islay.

Visit the link in our bio to book your stay!

27/09/2024

23/06/2022

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Summer at Loch Gruinart looking towards Killinallan Point. A stunning walk and you're usually all alone. How cool is that? And with a bit of luck you can spot the seal colony in the middle of the loch. The dune area is rich in flora!

17/06/2022

Posted • credit great shot 📸 highlighting the wild and rugged coastlines which rank among the most alluring and jaw-droppingly beautiful features of Islay. The combination of crashing waves, dramatic landscapes and far-reaching views creates legendary scenery of epic beauty that has mesmerised people for centuries. ⁠

Just another reason to come and visit!

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07/06/2022

We haven’t done for a while so here is a wee cheeky post • via .scotland What are you doing if you come across this lovely bunch?🐮
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02/06/2022

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31/12/2021

May the blessing of light be on you - light without and light within.
May the blessed sunlight shine on you like a great peat fire, so that stranger and friend may come and warm himself at it.
And may light shine out of the two eyes of you, like a candle set in the window of a house, bidding the wanderer come in out of the storm.

Wishing everyone a happy and prosperous New Year in 2022 from all at Leodamais.

26/12/2021

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25/12/2021

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. Wishing you best wishes for the festive season from the team at Leodamais.

21/12/2021

Posted • Loving this festive shot by 👏 with the sunset just spot on to show the lights of the Port Ellen tree.

23/11/2021

Painterly skies over can you spot Leodamais house?

20/11/2021

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08/06/2021

Posted • credit Rathlin on the way home. Stunning shot!

08/05/2021

Beautiful shot of last nights sunset taken from Bowmore. Posted • credit 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

24/04/2021

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