Island Views

ID: S1330386

  • Bedrooms 1
  • ・ Sleeps 2
  • ・ Pets No

Guests say

Island Views on the Isle of Mull is highly praised for its excellent amenities, comfortable accommodation, and stunning location ideal for wildlife enthusiasts. Guests appreciate the warm welcome from knowledgeable hosts and the cottage's fully equipped nature, providing a cosy base for exploring the island's natural beauty, including the nearby Treshnish Islands and Ulva. Despite some accessibility issues due to a local road closure, the property remains a recommended retreat for a tranquil and enjoyable stay.

There are no specific mentions of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score for this category.

The location is consistently lauded for its wildlife spotting opportunities and proximity to natural attractions like the Treshnish Islands and Ulva. The views and accessibility to walking areas are also appreciated, despite a minor inconvenience due to a local road closure.

Guests find the cottage very comfortable, with all necessary provisions for a pleasant stay. The presence of a wood burner and the ability to see the stars through a skylight add to the overall comfort of the accommodation.

The property is praised for being well-equipped with everything needed for a stay, including a fully equipped kitchen and amenities. The mention of a wood burner suggests good maintenance, although no specific comments on maintenance are provided.

While guests speak highly of the hosts' welcoming nature and knowledge, there are no mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews. Therefore, it is not possible to score this category.

About this property

A beautifully finished, compact modern apartment in a stunning setting at Ulva Ferry on the west coast of the Island of Mull..

Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 24" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Garden

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine

Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed.

Electric radiators, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed decked area with garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children under 5 years old. This property has a natural water supply from a spring.. Island Views, renovated in 2020 is a bijou apartment near Ulva Ferry in a dramatic and beautiful location on Mull’s west coast and is set within a National Scenic Area. With large patio door windows to make the most of the sea views, this apartment will take your breath away as it has one of the finest positions you could wish for. A real jewel, painted in calming colours and with spectacular views, the sparkling sea and small island of Ulva can be seen from the apartment. Compact but ideal for a couple’s getaway and beautifully finished, the apartment has an open-plan living/dining/kitchen area on the ground floor with patio doors onto enclosed decking. The wood burner is a great addition becoming a cosy focal point as evening approaches. There are wooden stairs up to a galleried double bedroom area. Adjoining the owners’ property, you have your own private decking area and ample parking.

Ulva Ferry is an unspoilt part of the island, and is designated as a National Scenic Area by Scottish Natural Heritage, due to its outstanding natural beauty. There are a fantastic range of birds, marine life, deer and otters to spot in this area and as the owners of this property run a Wildlife Tour business next door, you have the best advice on your doorstep. There are unrivalled views across Loch Na Keal to the Island of Ulva and towards the Isle of Iona. From the doorstep of Island Views, guests can walk to Ulva Ferry where the small ferry boat takes passengers to the Isle of Ulva for some fantastic walking, during the summer months. There are also tour boats departing from here and visiting the Treshnish Islands and Staffa. It is a 20-minute drive to the village of Salen for the nearest shop and post office. Tobermory is a scenic 40-minute drive north, passing by Torloisk, Calgary Bay and the village of Dervaig on the way. Dervaig, 25 minutes away, is a picturesque village with church, village shop and the oldest inn on the island. Heading north through mature woodland at Torloisk, there are some lovely beaches to visit, including Traigh na Cille, 15 minutes away and Calgary beach 40 minutes away.

Nearby places to eat include a café on the Isle of Ulva, which serves excellent seafood and can be combined with an exploration of Ulva itself. There is a restaurant just 4 miles north and it has an excellent reputation for delicious home cooking that celebrates the best local produce. The Isle of Mull sits off the West Coast of Scotland and is the second largest of the inner Hebridean islands. Easily accessible from the mainland with car and passenger ferries running regularly from the mainland with the main route being form Oban to Craignure via Caledonian MacBrayne. Boasting approximately 300 miles of coastline from rugged Cliffs to both white and black sandy beaches, the beauty of Mull can be enjoyed year-round with an ever-changing, spectacular landscape. Beach 4 miles. Shop and pub 9 miles, restaurant 4 miles.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi

There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

No children under 5 years old.

Reviews (10)

  • Ian Humphreys

    Lovely stay and locationMade to feel welcome from the start , excellent amenities in the house and ideal location for the wildlife

  • Robert Tilt

    Great little cottage. Very helpful owner lives next door - and does a brilliant wild-life tour as well. Recommended.

  • Trevor Owen

    A very good cottage everything you could ask for easy to get to all the best places I had on my bucket list.The owners so helpful and knowledgeable of the island would recommend if going to Mull.

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