Carradales Luxury Guest House

A real hidden gem of a place, really comfortable bed in a very well appointed room with an amazing view of the Scottish countryside. The breakfast, dining and service were all top notch and the owners are so lovely - with great recommendations and advice on what to see, visit and do in all the surrounding areas. Stayed three nights and had an amazing time here - this place is a must, and the perfect place as a base to spend a few day exploring the beautiful Kintyre peninsula.

We had been so looking forward to celebrating our golden wedding anniversary in Islay and were distraught to be told the ferry was cancelled due to bad weather. We rang the bell of Carradales Guest House hoping that we might spend the two nights we had been supposed to be spending on Islay there. After recovering from the surprise of two strangers appearing unexpectedly at his establishment Maurice and Steve gave us a wonderful welcome. We are believers in our guardian angel and he/she must have been working overtime because our golden wedding celebration was made extra special at Carradales. The room was spacious, beautifully appointed and so very comfortable. Steve and Maurice are wonderful company and Steve is the most talented and passionate chef we have met. The food was utterly delicious, prepared with such care using local ingredients. A very special time for us was made perfect by Maurice and Steve, thank you both so very much.

Visited early May with 2 friends for a meal. The food was outstanding with delicious pea and mint soup to start. The bread was chocolate and date and also delicious. My main was a fish curry with lovely thick tasty sauce and jasmine rice. I happened to go to The Ivy in Glasgow the following day and can say that Carradales fish curry beat it hands down for taste . Absolutely fantastic. My dessert was rhubarb and ginger crumble and friends had lemon posset with homemade biscuit. All very satisfying and finished the meal beautifully . We will return !

Myself and my family had a wonderful time staying at Carradales. 2 lovely well appointed rooms with comfortable bed and wonderful modern bathroom and walk in showers. We where met by owners Maurice and Steve who where the perfect hosts. We choose to have dinner at the accommodation and it didn’t disappoint Steve is a very talented Chef and was certainly restaurant standard food. Our family hopes to return. Thank you Carradales

Although we weren't staying at Carradales we had a fantastic dinner and evening there.The house is beautiful and the evening started with a wonderful welcome from the hosts ,Maurice and Steve, with drinks in front of the fire in the lounge followed by an exceptional dinner prepared by Steve, for our party of seven,in the beautiful dining room. The wine choice was also exceptional.The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was lovely with the hosts taking great care of us ,adding to our special evening altogether, for the first time in many years. We retired,after dinner ,back to lounge to enjoy our coffees. Although we weren't staying at Carradales ,I have no doubt that staying would be as equally fantastic.

Cuisine and comfort. Living in the area, we only visit for the dining experience, but know the rooms at Carradales are second to none. But food and service we know well. Our latest visit was a ‘pre Christmas’ one, and as usual Steve’s (the chef) food was excellent. We both enjoyed a most unusual Avocado Dish, followed by Salmon en croute with a picquant orange sauce and an excellent selection of seasonal local vegetables and potatoes. The house wine to accompany was excellent also, and very good value. Carradales is very much worth a visit.