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Castle Cottage. 2 Bedrooms. Sleeps 3.

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Aros, Scotland
  • Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal
    21 min drive
  • Aros Mains
    1 min walk
  • Oban Station
    84 min drive
  • Oban (OBN)
    86 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Castle Cottage. 2 Bedrooms. Sleeps 3.

The Dairy & Castle Cottages once formed the byre and dairy adjoining Aros Mains, home of James Maxwell, Chamberlain to the Duke of Argyll. They lie within the footings of 13th century Aros Castle once occupied by the Lords of the Isles. The Dairy & Castle Cottages offer a comfortable relaxing venue in which to enjoy spectacular scenery, wildlife e.g. White Tailed Sea Eagles, Otters, Golden Eagles, Deer, Bottlenose Dolphins and being approximately 100 yards from the beach affords an opportunity to see a large variety of sea birds including Heron, Oyster Catchers etc. The central location of Aros Mains Apartment, Dairy & Castle Cottages enables one to explore the Isle of Mull and, as Tobermory is a mere 10-15 minutes drive, restaurants and hotels are within easy reach.

Towels and Linen Provided.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a living room
  • 13 minutes by car from Tobermory Distillery and 13 minutes from Mull Theatre
This vacation home offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Richard Kellett

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets must be discussed prior to booking

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please let us know if you need a cot / highchair

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Castle Cottage. 2 Bedrooms. Sleeps 3. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noeleen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Mull
The property is a delight. It’s cosy clean and warm. Not many places offer a view of an ancient castle. Richard shows huge interest in how guests recycle. The compost bin meant all our food waste doesn’t go to land fill. It’s our second time staying in Castle Cottage and would not hesitate to recommend this gem of a place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire Webster Saaremets W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay ever.. with a castle and hens!
We absolutely loved this cottage, peaceful location with stunning views of a 13th Century castle with hens, deer and bird life in your 'front garden'. Very clean and wonderful walks to the loch through woodland. Aldo great location to reach other parts of this wonderful isle of Mull. Richard and Kirsty are also are brilliant hosts. We're planning a return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castle Cottage Review
A fantastic property in a stunning location. Great views from the living area & wildlife in abundance. Loved the proximity to the beach for morning & evening walks with our black Labrador.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britta W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marvellous Holiday
This was such a lovely holiday, it way exceeded our expectations! The cottage itself was spotlessly clean, warm and cosy and very tastefully decorated. All the kitchen utensils one might need were provided, there were two bathrooms and the beds were very comfortable as well. And then, I don't think you can surpass the location: stunning views over the castle ruins and the bay! Richard and his wife gave us a very warm welcome and made us feel at home straight away. This is a definite recommendation for everyone who wants to enjoy this beautiful and diverse island, looking for a cosy and relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful cottage in the perfect location
We received a warm welcome from our hosts who went out of their way to be helpful and informative. Castle cottage is a real gem. It is set in a lovely position overlooking the ruins of Aros castle and the Sound of Mull. The views of these from the first floor living room are wonderful and quite mesmerising. The cottage is warm and cosy, exceptionally clean and has the advantage of a fully equipped kitchen which was perfect. Extra touches of fresh flowers and lovely art work made it feel like a home from home. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday at Castle Cottage
Absolutely brilliant cottage has everything you need for home away from home. Owners. Very hospitable and helpful and Friendly. The cottage is centrally located on the island which makes everywhere accessible. Lovely little beach just a 100 metres or so from the cottage ideal for early morning/ evening visit to end the day great for paddle boarding ( my first go). Thoroughly recommend staying there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin U., Durham

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cottage, great base for exploring Mull
This great cottage is perfectly situated a short walk from the beach right in the middle of the east coast of Mull, about 20 mins drive from the Craignure ferry and near to the lovely village of Salen, which is a few mins drive away or walkable in about 40 mins along the estuary and then the beautiful coastal road (keeping a look out for various seabirds, seals and maybe an otter on the way!). We had a really enjoyable week here, and it was a great base from which to explore the island and all of the amazing wildlife and landscape it has to offer. The hosts went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and we could not recommend this place highly enough. The views of the castle / sea beyond, the free ranging hens outside, the frequent short walks to the coast all particular highlights. We never normally go back to the same place twice, but this is likely to be a rare exception!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castle cottage is the perfect get-away.
Castle cottage is well located for a stay on Mull. Perfect for walking holidays with local routes from the front door. Local restaurants/hotels serving high quality local caught shell fish and wet fish or buy it yourself at the local retailer & have a night in. Trips to Iona is a must & also Calgary Bay. The Old Byre heritage centre just south of Dervaig is a must visit to get to know all about Mull & its history, cracking tea shop & a friendly welcome too. You will find the location of castle cottage very relaxing & great for sea swimming, only 300 meters away. Views arnt all that bad. If you are into star gazing its very dark sky with zero light pollution. And the White tailed sea eagles are common to the area along with other raptors. So Castle cottage what ever you want from a holiday it has it all.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful return to Mull
We returned to Castle cottage in July 2022 after a great week here in 2021. The cottage was again homely, clean and comfortable in a wonderful location. The area is very peaceful with a path down to the beach and the view of Aros Castle ruins makes it extra special. The lovely village of Salen is nearby and very handy and Tobermory is 15-20 minutes drive away. A great base for our holiday on Mull and we hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Quiet, welcoming, well equipped, highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castle Cottage
An excellent property to stay in if you want a peaceful stay. Situated about 25 mins from the ferry and 20 minutes in the other direction to Tobamory. Cottage was spotless and fully kitted out if you wanted to cook for yourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thanthima D., Glasgow, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful tranquil retreat
This is a fabulous little cottage with stunning views directly onto Aros Castle and the sea beyond. The cottage is charming with two lovely ground floor bedrooms and a really fantastic upstairs living room kitchen dining room with views to die for. The location is just perfect, half a minutes walk to Aros Castle and 2 minutes walk down to the beach. No traffic as it is at the end of the lane, chickens free ranging around the property. If it is peace, beauty and tranquility you are looking for then this place is perfect. Location is great to as midway between Craignure and Tobermory. Richard and his family were very welcoming and gave us lots of ideas and information of places to see and to eat. The cottage has everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. We shall be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mull adventure
The cottage was delightful, very comfortable and spotlessly clean. The location was perfect, located virtually in the centre of Mull with easy access to all of the island. During our stay on Mull we saw all of “the big four”, golden and white tailed eagles, otter and red dear a truly amazing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Aros!
Faultless accommodation in an incomparable location. Perfect in every respect.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The magical island
The property is in a lovely quiet location with lovely views and a beautiful beach nearby. The property is comfortable, spacious, exceptionally well equipped with books, WiFi and a sound system. The sitting room is upstairs overlooking the castle ruins, bay and hills so as the light changes throughout the day the colours create a wonderful hue to calm the soul and relax your spirit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent in every way!
As above
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

George P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely peaceful cottage - great view
Lovely cottage, with a bathroom and shower room and well-equipped kitchen. Right next to ruined castle with a lovely view south over the mouth of the river. Host easy to contact and everything clean and working: large screen TV if you can tear yourself away from the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week at Castle Cottage
Fantastic location close to the town of Salen but felt very secluded with easy access to a beautiful small beach which was great for paddling, watching the wildlife, rock pooling or just relaxing and enjoying the amazing location and views. For us the location was an ideal base for exploring other parts of the island. We very much enjoyed our week in the cottage which had a lovely new of the Aros Castle ruins and was more than spacious enough for the three of us. Two bathrooms very handy! Our son read as many of the kids books from the library as he could! We loved the cottage and location and definitely hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Audrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castle Cottage Aros Mains
Very easy to rent with good communication from vrbo and property manager. Would certainly book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

john p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb accommodation and situation
Highly recommended We will try to return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

SALLY F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage in lovely location
The cottage is very cosy and having an upside down layout means there is a gorgeous view from the living room. We slept very well in the bed and our dog really enjoyed the stay too. We visited many places from there and would certainly recommend this as a place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness
holiday in June
comments as in visitors book. Situation good . Great views, facilities good warm and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jesse D.

Outstanding Accommodation
A genuinely amazing stay. Brilliant space. Comfortable and clean with absolutely everything you would need. Extremely friendly hosts and what a location! On the coastline and backing onto castle ruins. Don't mind if I do! Genuinely hope we get back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tanja

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023