Guests say
Island Views on the Isle of Mull receives high praise for its stunning scenery, welcoming hosts, and excellent amenities. Guests appreciate the comfortable, well-equipped cottage, ideal for wildlife spotting and exploring the island. The peaceful location offers spectacular views and easy access to nature, while the owners are noted for their friendliness and helpful local knowledge. While amenities require a short drive, the tranquil setting and cosy atmosphere make it a perfect retreat for nature lovers.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as very clean and well maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful views, proximity to wildlife, and peaceful setting. Some mention the need to drive for shops and restaurants, but this is typical for the area and does not detract from the overall positive impression.
Reviewers frequently mention the cottage's comfort, cosiness, and suitability for relaxing in all weather, with special appreciation for features like the log burner and comfortable furnishings.
The cottage is described as fully equipped with everything needed for a pleasant stay, including amenities for cooking and relaxing. No significant issues with maintenance or missing facilities are reported.
The hosts are repeatedly commended for their warm welcome, helpfulness, and local knowledge. While gifts are not specifically mentioned, the thoughtful service and personal touches are highlighted by many guests. Please note that specific gifts are not guaranteed.
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.
Nearby points of interest
Reviews (12)
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Martin Sepion
If you want West End entertainment this is not the place for you. If you like nature, peace, quiet and a warm welcome you will be happy here.
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Andrew Stoneman
Lovely small apartment with a wonderful log burner, superb views and a good location if you have transport. Lovely and light with a small rock/hill behind which helped with keeping the weather from behind being an issue, in fact, one morning had 5 deer feeding on it. Views over to sea and, to the right, the Island of Ulva were lovely in any light so photo's taken look impressive.Hosts were lovely and informative and made us feel very welcome. From the cottage a walk to the Ulva Ferry only took 20-30 mins and the nearest place to shop was a car jouney away but the shop in Dervaig was well stocked with most groceries we needed and extremly friendly. The Salen shop had slighly more choice. Most shops are a 25 min car journey away and that is because the roads are small-ish and driving fast is not an option or encouraged-hey, with the amazing scenery, why would you?Saw great places with wildlife, not necessarily close up so a pair of binoculars (which we forgot but bought a reasonably priced pair from Browns in Tobermorey) are a must. Otters we did see some in Loch na Keal on the far side from entering the bay from the Cottage and we were lucky to see one feeding on a fish on the rocks in front of us (from a safe distance and it's important to not disturb them or make them skittish).Have been to Mull before and it snowed when we left - no snow this trip but, make sure your car and tyres can handle a bit of snow on hilly roads! Most hills steep sections have Grit bins but, it's worth knowing in the Winter.Had an amazing Winter week's break and will no doubt be back again to see all the things we ran out of time for this trip. And again, big thanks to our hosts who were so helpful.
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Ian Humphreys
Lovely stay and locationMade to feel welcome from the start , excellent amenities in the house and ideal location for the wildlife