The school has been considerably upgraded to include four self catering cottages, all fitted out to a high standard in both furnishings and decor.
All cottages are capable of sleeping four to six people, and pets are most welcome.
The island's lochs provide almost unequalled fishing, for most of which permits can be obtained, while the local bays at Port Ellen can support water sports such as canoeing, windsurfing and water skiing. Also well worth a visit is the Museum of Islay Life in Port Charlotte, which can be combined with a tour of the island's Creamery. The village of Bowmore has its Main Street dominated by the Round Church, one of only two in Scotland and which welcomes visitors at any time. The village is also home to the Islay and Jura Swimming Pool, open from Tuesday to Sunday. Approximately four miles further north is Islay Woollen Mill, where the owner will be more than happy to show you the working looms and where products of the mill can be purchased in the adjacent shop.