Central location

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing really-all excellent, apart from the price. But Islay overall is very expensive due to the limited supply and I admit Dhar Urlar was one of the very few we could actually afford.

Loved everything but above all the fabulous hosts. Breakfast was aplenty and excellent. The room was very comfortable, the beds very good and comfy to sleep in the bathroom spacious and with walk-in shower AND bathtub. The common areas are well furnished and all have big windows with amazing panoramic views - if the weather allows. The night sky has minmal light pollution so the star studded sky is amazing. The host also offers help with wiskey tours. The hostess is most delightful, both a very welcoming and chatty, making you feel at home. As a German I was particularly impressed by being greeted by the host in fairly good German. As the property is almost in the middle of the island, its ideal for exploring the whole lot. I can also recommend the PeatZeria in Bowmore for Dinner, excellent.

Stayed in September 2023

Wonderful friendly hosts, fantastic common area to gather and lovely patio with spectacular view. Delicious and delightful breakfast. Clean as can be.

Stayed in October 2023

We loved our hosts and the location. Breakfast was great!

Stayed in September 2023

My wife and I couldn't of been happier with our stay. Secluded location that was a quick drive to main attractions. The hosts were extremely accommodating and cooked us the most amazing breakfast in the morning. The whole stay really enhanced our stay on the island. Would highly recommend.

Stayed in September 2023

No real down side or complaint as such just if you are allergic to duck down pillows some of the pillows may be down filled.... ask.

Situated about a mile from Bowmore it is literally in the middle of nowhere with open 360 beautiful views on clear days you can see both Northern and Southern Ireland and Jura from the various windows. It is a standalone B&B, Jimmy, Caroline and son Archie live next door. You have the use of the house there is a comfy sitting room and nice kitchen dining area used for breakfast, cooked fresh by a combination Jimmy, Caroline or Archie and are an excellent spread. Fresh fruit cereal yogurt to start with followed by a hearty full breakfast cooked with your choice of options. With toast and whiskey(what else) marmalade which is very good. The rooms are all spacious with on suites and showers one has a bath as well (snuck a peek before the others arrived). Everything is very clean, The only thing to be aware of for allergy sufferers some of the pillows appear to be down Filled. We didnt get our rooms done or fresh towels but to be honest wasnt an issue, I am sure if we had asked it would have been done as our hosts go out of their way to make an enjoyable trip. Jimmy is a character and chats and is happy to impart his love for the local area and knowledge and also runs a taxi service which is quite handy and we used him a few tikes to get into and back from Bowmore when we couldn't be bothered to walk. But like everything else on the island the pace is steady, laidback and peacefully and works on Jimmy time. But great place great service run by a really nice family.. See you next year Jimmy. Just to show the extra mile they will go, we arrived at the time with a couple who had flown in from Vancouver, they tried to find somewhere to eat but most places stop serving at 8pm. So Caroline drove into Bowmore to get them fish and chips so they got food. Nice touch.

Stayed in September 2023

This was a great find. The hosts were warm and welcoming and very knowledgeable about the island. Large, clean rooms, beautiful views and outside deck and terrific breakfast. The location was great as it was in the center of the island so easy access to anywhere on the island.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing. Bottled water would have been a plus in the room.

The owners are lovely hosts and the facilities are spotlessly clean!

Stayed in September 2023

Beautiful views, good location near Bowmore. Jim and Caroline are wonderful hosts!

Stayed in September 2023

Jim is quite a character, while being an enjoyable ambassador of Islay and Scotland. Both he and Caroline are quite friendly and outgoing, and go the extra mile to make guests feel quite welcome. We really enjoyed having proper whisky glasses available, and the extras such as a cozy den and the outdoor deck. Breakfast was wonderful and complete, made to order. We very much enjoyed our stay there.

Stayed in August 2023

The hosts were friendly and welcoming, and it felt like a home from home. The breakfast was wonderful, the room was very comfortable and large and we couldn't have asked for a more relaxing stay.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing.

Quiet and comfortable. Very good breakfast. Nice bathroom. Spacious and clean. Beautiful views. Very close to Bowmore (less than 5 min drive).

Stayed in August 2023

We enjoyed our stay very much. The hosts were very hospitable with hearty breakfasts. We weren't able to rent a car on Islay and in the end, we are very glad about that. One of our hosts, Jim MacCalman has a taxi/tour guide company and we enjoyed his knowledge and love of Islay - and his humour - for two days of touring. We saw, met people and learned things that we would never have learned on our own. His care of us was excellent! Thank you Jim!

Stayed in July 2023

Breakfast was included and extremely good

Stayed in August 2023

Nice place and great, friendly host. Super breakfast, feel like private chef for our staying. Sunset, cows, rabbits make Dha Urlar's backyard impressive.

Stayed in July 2023

Some guests were obtrusive, but it did not depreciate our stay.

Wonderful breakfast. Incredible hosts. Room was very comfortable.

Stayed in July 2023

Hosts Jim and Caroline are wonderful. We felt so warmly welcomed to Dha Urlar and Islay from the moment we arrived. Jim has a wealth of knowledge about Islay and loves to share his knowledge. Jim’s taxi service was terrific for the day we had distillery tours scheduled. The house and our room were very comfortable. The location is a mile from Bowmore, allowing us to have a nice walk after dinner. We loved our time at this property.

Stayed in July 2023

This is an exceptional property! Located next door to the owner’s home - Caroline and Jim are available if you need info etc but otherwise you feel you’re in your own pad 😃 great bedroom and a very nice guest lounge, complete with fridge for your evening tipple. Breakfast is cooked to your own specification and served up in the lovely kitchen /dining room area. There’s a seating area outside to contemplate the stunning views. Just a magical place - also Caroline and Jim are lovely, felt so at home 😀

Stayed in July 2023

Caroline, Archie and Jim were very welcoming and were a delight at breakfast. We requested an early breakfast and they were happy to accommodate. The rooms were spotless and comfortable. 5 stars!

Stayed in July 2023

Can’t make a comment here as was lovely, although when booking, remember it’s a little remote, just a little outside Bowmore. But, jim offers a taxi service.

Caroline and jim were the most welcoming of hosts, very knowledgeable about the island , jim offers a taxi service if needed and the breakfast cooked to order was just lovely. Clean and comfy accommodation. Peaceful and relaxed with views across the fields to the sea just amazing. Also nice is jim saying he’s only a phone call away if you need anything at all while exploring etc. nice touch . Will be back 👍

Stayed in July 2023

It's not a dislike, but just to note that the b&b is outside the town of Bowmore down a single-lane road so if you are driving be careful and aware (or it's a 25 minute walk into town). We are glad we brought eye masks as the curtains are not black-out, and in the summer the sun rises quite early!

Caroline and Jim were wonderful hosts - friendly, welcoming, and had helpful recommendations and tips for our visit to Islay. In fact, they tipped us off on the morning of our departure that our ferry departure port had changed! Our room was spacious and very comfortable, with a sizeable ensuite bathroom. Comfortable guests' lounge as well. Jim's breakfast was superb, and the stories and overall hospitality even better. It is located just outside Bowmore, which means it was nice and quiet at night with views across the countryside. Free parking right outside the front door.

Stayed in July 2023

Some lining on the drapes would give guests a chance to sleep past sunrise and provide more warmth in the colder months.

We loved this property and Caroline & Jim are very welcoming hosts who live next door. Their breakfasts are so great with everything cooked to order. This property has its own guest lounge which is very relaxing and there’s a guest fridge for storing your food too. Endless hot water for your shower. Bed extremely comfortable.

Stayed in July 2023

More food for breakfast than we could possibly have eaten. Traditional sausages etc, made and served by friendly hosts. Our hosts went the extra mile, were also very helpful with insider information about Islay. We felt that we were being looked after in the warmest way.

Stayed in July 2023

My husband and I visited Islay to attend the Fèis Ìle 2023. We chose this property so we can also have the chance to experience local living. My husband and I are blown away by the beauty of the house and the serenity of the place. What made our stay exceptional was the warm welcome and hospitality extended to us by Jim and Caroline. Jim, who also operates a taxi service and private tours, all the more made it convenient for us to go around the island and visiting distilleries. Sharing his love for the island and knowledge about whisky further deepened our experience. We highly recommend their place and Jim’s transport services.

Stayed in June 2023