About this property

Modern Comforts: Jura - The Rusty Hut in Craighouse offers a recently renovated holiday home with a garden and free WiFi. The property includes a terrace, hot tub, and a cosy living room with a fireplace. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or enjoy mountain views from the terrace. The hot tub provides a perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploration. Convenient Amenities: The holiday home features a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, refrigerator, and electric kettle. A dining table and sofa bed offer comfortable spaces for meals and relaxation. Accessible Location: Islay Airport is 47 km away, providing easy travel connections. The surrounding area offers scenic views and opportunities for outdoor activities.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was stylish, cosy, with every facility we could possibly need - attention to detail & just a lovely ‘hug of a place’ to stay in - wish we’d been able to stay longer. Stunning.
  • Matthew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really nice accommodation in a beautiful spot. We felt like we were able to properly slow down and relax for the couple days we stayed. The hut is really nicely done and well equipped. Hopefully we get the chance to go back sometime.
  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I don't have enough words to say how brilliant this wee find was. Would have loved to gave stayed longer.
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very peaceful , we loved the private garden and wood fired hot tub . It was a quirky property and we really enjoyed our stay there . Very comfortable bed . Beautifully furnished . Very clean .
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful, characterful accommodation in a magnificent setting between the mountains and the sea. We had a great time cycling up the Long Road to Barnhill, strenuous but worth it. Highlight was cooking pizza together at the hut, the oven and...
  • Simone
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I loved it all. The location was very peaceful and private, helped by the amazing weather we had. The rusty hut was better than I imagined, the place was immaculate, it had everything needed for a short break away from home.
  • Chrissie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was quirky, cosy and gloriously peaceful. The platform bed up the ladder was bliss. Cleverly designed to make good use of a small space. Wood fired hot tub was a temptation each evening but the weather didn’t favour us this time. Kitchen...
  • Molly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved everything about this hut but the hot tub was the star of the show! Beautifully decorated inside and had everything we needed for a lovely stay on Jura. Hope to come back one day!
  • Benjamin-g-85
    Germany Germany
    Maybe the best accommodation on Jura. We had a great time in The Rusty Hut, and Pi is a very helpful and caring host.
  • Jana
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Sehr gepflegte und ruhige Atmosphäre, einmalige Landschaft, netter Personen vor Ort

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Pi Davidson

Company review score: 9.5Based on 31 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company information

We are Lynton and Pi. We have two children and a spaniel called Pixel. We live on site and though the huts are situated close to our house, they are quite private and self check-in. We are on hand for our guests if needed. ***A note to Guests*** Having listened to guest feedback, and in order to manage expectations, we would like to highlight that our two huts, The Rusty Hut and The Black Hut have double beds on a sleeping platform / mezzanine. Due to limitations on space, we have installed library-style ladders, with brakes, for guests to gain access. Most guests are comfortable with this arrangement, but for those who are unable, or disinclined to use a ladder, they can request to have the comfy double sofa bed made up on the ground floor. In addition, we have a gorgeous cottage, Mrs. Leonard's, which has a double bed on the ground floor.

Property information

The Rusty Hut at Bothan Jura Retreat, has open plan living and a mezzanine sleeping platform. The hut is small and designed to accommodate most of your needs. There is a full size kitchen with an oven, fridge-freezer and an induction hob. Cosy heating is provided by the wood burning stove. There is a small shower room with a toilet and sink, next to which is a shelved area for clothes storage. There is an option of a comfortable double sofa bed if you require two separate beds, or if you don’t quite fancy accessing the mezzanine bedroom. Please note that access to the mezzanine floor is by a library ladder. The Rusty Hut and The Black Hut are identical in design though individually styled. The Rusty Hut has a secure garden, perfect for guests with dogs, whereas The Black Hut's is more open to make the most of the incredible views. We also have Mrs. Leonard's Cottage, which is a slightly larger property, also with a private garden and the addition of an electric sauna. Complete a great day on Jura with Stargazing from your own wood fired hot tub! With no ambient light, Jura night skies take some beating. ***A new addition to the Bothan Jura Retreat Portfolio as of June 2025*** The Shepherd's Hut, is off-grid and sleeps two. Designed to be low-key & low-maintenance, it is a glamping experience rather than a serviced stay. Ideal for groups of three, as overspill, or if you've been washed out of your tent, or missed a ferry!

Neighbourhood information

Bothan Jura Retreat is in the crofting community of Knockrome, 5km away from Craighouse heading north on The Long Road. A unique, incredibly special place, which we hope guests will hold long in their memories. The retreat lies very close to Corran Sands beach which is wonderful for long walks, and particularly enjoyed by dogs! Knockrome is an active crofting hamlet with livestock roaming freely due to their being no fences. Because of this, we politely ask that guests please keep their dogs under control and on leads whenever they are within the village. It takes around 7 minutes to drive to Craighouse, or is a 40 minute walk. If you would like to rent bikes please let us know, and we can arrange hiring from Jura Bikes who drop them off at the huts. We have developed Bothan Jura Retreat for up to 6 guests, with the cottage and huts now all fully completed. If you could please bear with us as the grounds recover from all the to-ing and fro-ing. There are some building materials remaining stacked up, but we endeavour to ensure these are not near the guest accommodation.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Jura - The Rusty Hut in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.