Accommodation Archives | Persabus Farm

Easing of Lockdown

Rosemary Fletcher | June 25, 2020

As we move forward there is supposed to be a gradual easing out of lockdown. ‘Supposed’ as the Islay whisky gods seem to be going against this latest guidance. We have been spoilt with weeks of beautiful sunshine. Just as the Scottish Government gave the go ahead for socially distanced get togethers outdoors at the [...]

Crabbit Tourists

Rosemary Fletcher | May 18, 2020

Lockdown did not stop our latest visitors in their mission to enjoy a holiday sampling ‘The Persabus Experience’. Despite the government restrictions tourists arrived at our door looking for suitable accommodation for their brief holiday on the farm. At Persabus we remain closed for bookings just now, apart from key workers. We will not be [...]

The Persabus Hospitality Factor

Rosemary Fletcher | February 17, 2020

There was a gathering of breakfast guests at the front door of the farmhouse this morning. The girls were queuing up waiting for the Happy Farmer to deliver their cereal. A flock of Hebridean sheep had taken advantage of the Happy Farmer leaving their field gate open as he loaded a silage bale onto the [...]

Islay Blog: 50 Shades of Magnolia

Rosemary Fletcher | February 23, 2019

At Persabus Farm we pride ourselves on offering a warm Islay welcome. This week it has been a bit of a chaotic, haphazard kind of an 'Islay welcome'. I have had a career change. It’s that time of year again. A window between guests and I have been working away as painter and decorator. Painting [...]

Islay blog: The New Accommodation Wing

Rosemary Fletcher | January 18, 2019

The new suite at Persabus has gained the approval of our resident guests. The latest addition to the Happy Farmer’s portfolio of accommodation is already in high demand. He was made aware of its comfort when the residents almost missed their breakfast. They were so happy enjoying the new complex. It is proving quite difficult [...]

Sailing the Good Ship Persabus

Rosemary Fletcher | October 31, 2018

I exit to the mainland, leaving the Happy Farmer to ‘sail the good ship Persabus’. There are the usual tasks, changeovers to be organised. Breakfasts to be cooked. Pottery orders to be posted out. Kiln firings to be completed, together with farming duties, oh and a shelter to be built for the horses. In my [...]

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