Isla Bank House

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Excellent location!

9.6

About this property

Historic Setting: Isla Bank House in Moray offers a unique adults-only bed and breakfast experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy garden views and a tranquil atmosphere. Dining Experience: The traditional and romantic restaurant serves British, Italian, and Texmex cuisines, accommodating vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Dinner is highly praised by guests. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, garden views, and amenities such as bathrobes, bath, and parquet floors. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Local Attractions: Located 18 km from Huntly Castle and 27 km from Elgin Cathedral, the property provides easy access to nearby landmarks. Activities like hiking and cycling are popular among guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Rosemary
Australia Australia
“The location was great as we had cars and could easily travel about. The property has been lovingly restored- even the vegetable garden has been restored to its former glory (although we were there out of season so didn't see it in bloom) We ate...”
Sandyclark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The house is the former home of one of the town's mill owners and it has been beautifully refurbished as a very grand home from home. The owners were very welcoming and helpful. The bedroom was spacious, well-equipped, very comfortable, elegant...”
Michelle
Australia Australia
“Walk in with a complimentary wee Dram. Fantastic room . Very comfortable . Just a short walk to the Strathisla Distillery . Perfect location. Beautiful meals from the owners. Dinner and Breakfast. Great old building.”
Robert
Australia Australia
“Everything was PERFECTION. never slept so well and the owners were just incredible and knowledgeable and great conversationalists. Amazing room and bed and breakfast. The best stay ever.”
Malcolm
Australia Australia
“Lovely dining room in a really beautiful home.Enjoyed staying there.Owner very friendly, happy and informative ..greeted us at the front door with a welcoming smile.”
Darryl
Australia Australia
“Lovely hosts. Beautiful accommodation.Terrific breakfast.”
Maew
Thailand Thailand
“Room is nice and clean and charming.. Definitely be back when in Scotland.”
Tim
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Amazing house with extraordinary history, being progressively renovated by the hosts. Well appointed and comfortable room. Great location.”
Philip
Germany Germany
“Isla Bank House is a perfect place to stay at in Keith. Vena and Nick are great hosts providing you with excellent food and help for example with traveling advice. The nice building is just a few meters away from Strathisla distillary, a must see.”
Francis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Just a fantastic experience. Gorgeous house, bedrooms are beautiful, VERY clean, extremely cosy. I particularly loved the stair case, so beautiful. wow... Very nice and welcoming owners, really good breakfast.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Vena & Nick

Company review score: 9.4Based on 142 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We both moved to Isla Bank House after long careers in London. For us, the house represents a beautiful and relaxing environment for busy people to truly unwind and forget the stresses and strains of the usual day to day grind. We want you to feel at home when you stay with us, so we treat our guests as friends.

Property information

Isla Bank House B&B is a great place to explore NE-Scotland from. It lies in the heart of the Scottish Highlands and only a stone’s throw away from some of the world’s oldest and most revered whisky distilleries (Strathisla Distillery is across the road). Built in the late 1880s its rooms are spacious and bright offering guests a comfortable and elegant stay with garden views in all directions but only a short walk from the center of Keith village.

Neighbourhood information

Keith is a historic mill-village and Isla Bank House was once the home of the mill's owner. When the wool trade slowed down the distilleries moved in and today Keith has five world-renowned distilleries including Strathisla Distillery which is located across the road from our entrance. Many local shops have not been affected much by the passage of time or the tourist trade, so they are well worth a visit. There are convenient cafes and bars within walking distance but we would recommend a short drive to several excellent restaurants in the evening. The Cairngorm Nation Park is about 20 minutes away and provides breathtaking views (even if you don't leave your car). The beaches are beyond belief here and it is possible to walk along secluded sandy beaches for hours without seeing a road or encountering more than the occasional dog walker (and yes, it does get warm enough to sunbathe sometimes). We are working on guides for our guests to help with planning days out, so let us know what you like doing in advance and we'll make sure an appropriate guide is available for you.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British • Italian • Tex-Mex
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Isla Bank House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 17:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 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 are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverSoloUnionPay credit cardBankcardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Isla Bank House 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

License number: MBW2015180