A dear little lodge in a heavenly lochside situation on the beautiful island of Mull will surely whet the appetite of many a visitor to Scotland. Such is Assapol Lodge, near Bunessan on the Ross of Mull, close to the south western tip of the island and the magical island of Iona.
Quick Info
Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1 |
Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: No |
No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
Standing quite alone, with only the croft farm up the hill for unobtrusive company, it is a newly built, trim and compact timber lodge. Its decking veranda is right above the waters of Loch Assapol, so you can sit in perfect peace and look across the water or watch the sun go down. The fact that the lodge is surrounded by 3 acres of ground which is a corncrake conservation area is bound to prove a huge attraction for lovers of wildlife and birds in particular.
Inside, the living accommodation is open plan, with a well-fitted corner kitchen-dining area and a cosy sitting area with electric stove in the corner. This, plus its electric heating, ensures cosiness all year round.
A double bedroom and shower room complete the internal accommodation and outside there is parking just above the lodge, leading down to it by a quite steep path. The lodge is, therefore, not really suitable for those of limited mobility.
There is the possibility of some ad hoc fishing in the loch and guests can simply roll out of bed to cast their line! Bunessan (1 mile) has a shop/PO and café, with more facilities a few miles away at Fionnphort.
At Fionnphort you can take the little foot ferry over to Iona, or catch the boat for trips to the Treshnish Isles (seabird colonies) and the amazing island of Staffa with its dramatic hexagonal rock formations and famous Fingal's Cave.
This coastline is famous for its mix of secluded sandy and rocky coves, where in the surrounding waters you may see seals, porpoises and even the occasional minke whale. Driving back eastwards (the direction in which you will have come from the ferry), you can explore the amazing coastline at Carsaig, a long-time favourite with artists, or continue to Duart Castle.
Alternatively, if you turn left just past Pennyghael, you can take the scenic road up the west side of the island, past Ulva and Gruline (riding) and on up to the breathtaking beach at Calgary, with views away to the Isles of Coll and Tiree.
Tobermory, the 'capital' of the island, with its brightly painted houses clustering round the harbour, should not be missed, and if you fancy a bit of culture while you're there, this can be provided by the famous Mull Little Theatre on the road to Tobermory. Music enthusiasts will probably already be aware of the Mull Music Festival, featuring rock and traditional music and held every year in the last week of April at venues across the island.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Single Storey
Open plan living area with TV/DVD, CD player, electric stove, electric cooker, fridge and microwave, etc.
Double bedroom.
Room with shower, WC and wash basin
Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £30 of electricity INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by meter reading at the end of your stay. Heating is by electric panel heaters and electric towel rail. Sorry, pets are not accepted. No smoking.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
From 11/10/2024 to 14/10/2024
From 18/10/2024 to 21/10/2024
From 27/09/2024 to 30/09/2024
From 13/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
From 04/04/2025 to 07/04/2025
From 04/10/2024 to 07/10/2024
From 25/10/2024 to 28/10/2024
From 18/10/2024 to 21/10/2024
From 11/10/2024 to 14/10/2024
From 20/12/2024 to 23/12/2024
From 27/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
From 06/09/2024 to 09/09/2024
From 20/09/2024 to 23/09/2024
Changeover Day: Sat
Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 |
24 Aug 2024 - 13 Sep 2024 | £550.00 |
14 Sep 2024 - 04 Oct 2024 | £495.00 |
05 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024 | £550.00 |
26 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | £450.00 |
20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £650.00 |
28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £650.00 |
06 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025 | £450.00 |
01 Feb 2025 - 04 Apr 2025 | £495.00 |
05 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025 | £550.00 |
26 Apr 2025 - 02 May 2025 | POA |
03 May 2025 - 23 May 2025 | POA |
24 May 2025 - 30 May 2025 | POA |
31 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025 | POA |
28 Jun 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | POA |
19 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 | POA |
30 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | POA |
13 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025 | POA |
04 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025 | POA |
25 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | POA |
20 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | POA |
28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | POA |
06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA |
06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA |
06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
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What a gem! Lovely lodge with all you need, very comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen. The scenery and location is bli...
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Assapol lodge was very clean, comfortable and well equipped for a self catering holiday. It felt a very safe place for a...
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La situation est juste parfaite ! Au calme avec une vue imprenable sur le lac Assapol. Il y a même un petit ponton en ba...
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An unbelievable stay! We stayed at Assapol Lodge for a week, and we wanted to stay much longer. It's in an incredibly id...
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Beautiful iidyllic spot right on the loch side.
Wonderful for recharging the batteries.
Well equipped cabin w...