The Old Little Theatre Reviews

We have just had a wonderful week at the Old Little Theatre and would absolutely stay there again, the views were stunning and the property well equipped.

The old little theatre is like staying in a picture. The uninterrupted views across the glen are lovely and serene. The cottage has been sensitively updated whilst still keeping the feel of the old theater. Stay here to relax. Dervaig and the Am Birlinn restaurant are on your doorstep and Tobermory is only a short drive across the tops with its seafood restaurants (the fish Cafe is well worth booking. And there is no shortage of art with the owners and the sculpture trail by Calgary bay. Listen to Sally with her walk suggestions. She knows what she's talking about.

Absolutely beautiful accommodation in a gorgeous setting. Stunning views to wake up to from the picture windows in the bedroom. The Old Little Theatre was perfect and we would definitely stay there again.

Another fantastic holiday at the Old Little Theater, role on next year!!

The old Little Theatre is lovely. On our first visit to Mull in 1996 we saw a performance of Whisky Galore there and we were delighted to find it as a holiday cottage. The photos, press cuttings and props brought back happy memories. We didn’t meet the owners because I think they were away, but we had an enjoyable photography day out with Sally’s brother Tony. The wee shop in Dervaig was surprisingly well stocked and there were some nice restaurants nearby. We will definitely return.

We had a great week at the old little theater. A lovely house with a great view. Everything was there. We will definitely come back again

Just today we left this cottage only to miss it, such a magical accommodation. We especially enjoyed its location, the spaciousness & privacy & the views. The owners have taken care in planting shrubs in the right areas to shield us. There was plenty of wood for fire making, the kitchen was well equipped, laundry facilities were appreciated. We also enjoyed the maps and pamphlets, we referred to them daily to plan our outings. Truly a gem!

What a truly magical, quirky little place to stay. Every little detail was taken care of. Sally was so welcoming and very friendly. The views were absolutely incredible and being surrounded by all the natural beauty was so relaxing, calming and truly spectacular. We did not want to leave .

Had a fantastic week in this perfect cottage. We loved everything about the Little Theatre , it’s the most wonderful place to relax and slow down, just appreciating the incredible scenery. We loved watching the birds and a hedgie hog from the conservatory, and the wood burner made the whole place so cosy. Thank you to Sally and Graham for being such lovely hosts, we will be back .

Thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay in a cleverly designed cottage during especially kind autumn weather with just a short flurry of drizzle. The view from the conservatory is lovely and walks from the lodge were enjoyable with plenty of visible wildlife. Our host was helpful and jolly without being obtrusive. Beyond Dervaig we found much beautiful scenery on a special island - Calgary Bay particularly and Iona despite the inevitable long drive. Saw Sea and Golden eagles and many deer.

Such a sensitive conversion of an iconic building … what’s more it was really comfortable, with every convenience provided. We had a wonderful, albeit very wet & very windy, stay. The Old Little Theatre was a cosy retreat from the weather with stunning views.

Excellent location, charming place to stay, 10/10 for all amenities at the property and welcoming hosts. Would recommend 100%.

brilliantly upgraded old theatre is a true treasure as holiday let's go,with ultra stylish yet magnificently efficient and practical design which is a haven for relaxation and 100% succeeds for holidaymakers wanting to escape busy lives .convenient for village shop and pub ,15-20 minutes will take you to tobermory and calgary bay,two of the most un missible attractions of this enchanting island.

Looking at previous reviews, they all say what we wanted to say. Brilliant property, stunning views, very friendly hosts. Very comfy bed and pillows. 10\10, would recommend

Absolutely stunning property - converted with such skill and artistry. Exceeds the description - perfect in every way and very welcoming hosts. Lovely welcome pack too!
A fantastic week here with so many lovely walks nearby: Calgary, Croig, Quinish Point. Super artisan bakery and good little supermarket in Dervaig. Excellent area for bird watching too.

Really relaxing week in this beautiful property. Stunning location. Lovely welcome. Very well equipped from the bird feeders to the coffee machine! We loved the wood burner in the evenings.
The only thing we’d change is the very soft mattress.
Many of the local restaurants were closed for the winter at the end of October, but we enjoyed an excellent meal in the Galleon Bistro in Tobermoray.

Absolutely gorgeous property, beautiful furnishings, every room is done to the highest standard. The king size bed and pillows are so comfortable!! Would not hesitate to recommend.

This is a wonderfully comfortable cottage to come back to after a busy day exploring the beautiful Isle of Mull. The standard of furniture and fittings is very high, the place was spotlessly clean and the owner, Sally, made us feel very welcome on arrival. One clear night we sat out and looked at the stars, we had a view of the Milky Way, it was truly amazing. We'll be back soon.

The Old Little Theatre was nothing short of superb! The attention to detail was stunning and high quality, whilst having such warmth. The cottage was very well equipped,with everything and more on hand. The history of the cottage was evident and charming. The views were wonderful and so relaxing. The welcome gifts were very much appreciated. I honestly don't think anyone would not love staying here, and dervaig itself is a very welcoming place to stay.

Really enjoyed our stay here. Such a lovely location and a well presented holiday cottage, designed in keeping with its theatrical history. It’s spacious for two people and plenty of space to relax in. We found everything to be clean and well maintained. Thank you for a lovely stay.

The view from both conservatory and bedroom will stay in our minds with rabbits and hedgehogs passing through the garden adding to the stunning setting. The cottage itself is so stylish but still cosy and welcoming with top quality functional items. The location on the edge of a beautiful village takes you back in time, with welcoming locals and wandering sheep. The superbly stocked local store and the nearby restaurants worthy of more than one visit. Sally made us feel more than welcome but never intrusive. Many great walks straight from the door ...

An exceptional place to stay, we could not fault anything with this property. Absolutely 5*'s!!! The décor is superb, the views are fantastic, everything you could need for self catering accommodation.
Perfect location to explore the island, or to just relax, unwind and enjoy the views from the property and Dervaig.

This was our second visit to the old little theatre. It’s a wonderful quirky property with a design flourish. A perfect setting.
The only thing we would change is the bed. It’s terribly soft and with the number of visitors who must stay on it across the year it desperately needs changing.

We had a wonderful week staying in this delightful cottage. Spacious, quirky and very comfortable. Stunning views. Great location for exploring the north of Mull. Can do as much or as little as you wish. So relaxing and mixed weather not a problem. Worth trying to catch Piece ( limited opening) as cake is sublime..Little Bespoke bakery at Salen also worth a visit.

The best self catering accommodation we have ever stay in and we have stay in lots!
Very clean and beautifully decorated. Our hosts were very welcoming.
Great location to explore the north of the island. A really special place to stay.

Booked this for a winter break. It is nicely decorated, cosy, and comfortable. I went with prepared home cooked meals as we were out of season. So I was disappointed with the kitchen area. All four of the cooker rings were overheating, various items of crockery were chipped, the Teflon frying pan coating was damaged which made it unusable and although there was a microwave no dishes were supplied to be used in the microwave. I tried to source my own dishes while there and was told I would need to go off Island. The owner confirmed this. For these reasons I would not use this property again

Beautiful, luxurious cottage with quality finish and artistic decorations. Weather was mixed, wet & windy at times, so the comfort and beauty of the place was appreciated. Fabulous view - we even saw hen harriers hunting out across the reeds from our bedroom and the little conservatory room. Ewen who lives nearby took us out on a fantastic wildlife tour and despite difficult weather we saw eagles, hen harriers and an otter- well worth it if you love wildlife.

The Old Little Theatre is a lovely holiday home. It is beautifully designed to make the most of the theatre connection whilst creating a really comfy and stylish home. The views from the bedroom and the terrace are wonderful and the location, in the village of Dervaig means you have easy access to the lovely pub The Bellachroy and the Piece Box which sold the most scrumptious seafood sandwiches. I would have liked more cooking utensils and bowls and things, but that might not worry everyone as there are great places nearby to eat out. We very much enjoyed our stay.

Booked this for a Covid-induced staycation. It is stylishly decorated, cosy, and comfortable. Inclement weather meant we spent more time "in" than anticipated & we were grateful for the logburner. The bedroom cries out for a super king bed, and there was no hoover or cleaning equipment to clear up inevitable bits of mess as the week progressed. The kitchen's equipment was fairly basic in terms of utensils. The bathroom floor was also full of other people's hair... And things like loo roll, matches, bin bags were all stingily rationed.
But the views, peace, and décor all made it a good stay.

A little gem of a property with breathtaking views and all the comforts you could wish for, plus lovely welcome treats. The decorative nods to its theatrical history make it unique. Excellent shop and pub nearby. Thank you Sally and Graham - we hope to return!

An easy 5 star rating from us as well. Fabulous accommodation which has been tastefully fashioned from a previous life as a theatre. The vista and the picturesque village of Dervaig was all it was made out to be. Probably the best "holiday cottage" we have stayed in. We'll be back!

An easy 5 stars for this fantastic property. Beautifully converted from the original theatre. Modern and comfortable with lovely features and creative touches. Stunning views and great location for cycling and walking. Would highly recommend.

A unique property quietly situated on its own with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Sally and Graham are both welcoming and discreet and have created a tasteful and artistic property in keeping with its former life as a theatre complete with some of the former theatrical props and posters. There is plenty of storage for personal belongings and the added bonus of a conservatory sunroom and outside seating. A characterful hidden gem!

Fabulous property in great location. The owners have retained some of the old features/fittings from the original theatre which only enhances its appeal. Owners live next door and are very friendly and helpful. We have stayed many times on Mull and this rates as one of the best we have stayed in!

A stunning property that completely lives up to the photographs. Absolutely gorgeous and the perfect hideaway.
Beautiful views too - including of the Milky Way. Even saw a shooting star on the first night.
Great location for exploring Mull and near to the lovely Calgary Beach. Local pub is worth a few visits too - good food and wide range of whisky.
Would love to visit again.

*****! Pristine little cottage in beautiful surroundings. Dervaig is a pretty little village.

Wow! All said by other reviewers - this place really is 5 star & is so gorgeous in reality & far more spacious than we expected. Why stay in a hotel when you can have this? Whatever the weather was like we just loved coming home to it & can't wait to go back.

There aren't many places you stay where the photos actually match the place you've booked but, this was one of them. We were met by the lovely owner to ask us if we needed help with anything then left us undisturbed. As for the accommodation itself, we were very pleased. Unusual, quirky but a wonderfully peaceful place to be. The view from the bedroom when you wake up is superb and the bed very comfortable. The living area, kitchen and bathroom were excellent and the walls throughout displayed wonderful artwork by the two owners. We love Mull and now we love the old little theatre.

Had a fantastic week at the Old Little Theatre. The property was one of the best we have ever rented. Very high quality set in a great location with amazing views. Perfect for exploring the north of Mull. Would definitely book again.

We had a fantastic long weekend in this beautifully designed cottage, the interior as stunning as the views of the landscape outside. We slept well in the comfortable bed and enjoyed the log stove in the evenings. We were lucky with sunny weather and enjoyed exploring Mull, particularly taking the ferry to Iona and exploring sandy beaches dotted around the island. Hoping to return to this beautiful cottage and Mull.

Ein wunderschönes Cottage, sehr liebevoll und bis ins kleinste Detail eingerichtet. Es gibt alles was das Herz begehrt. Die Aussicht aus dem Schlafzimmer ist spektakulär. Der Kamin lädt zu gemütlichen Stunden ein. Sally und Graham sind perfekte Gastgeber. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder und können das Cottage nur empfehlen.

Fab cottage, very quirky! We loved everything about The Old Little Theatre from the little touches harking back to its bygone theatre days to the lovely artwork on the walls (Sally & Graham are both artists), from the log burner to the comfy sofas and the stunning bedroom. Decor is exceptional and the view from the bedroom and conservatory spectacular! This place really is someting special!

We both Loved the little theatre and loved the Isle of Mull. Great location, definitely situated in the prettiest area and a pub a short walk away. The little Theatre was beautifully appointed and the view was amazing.

Wonderful holiday in an amazing cottage. Regular visitors to Mull so came equipped for all weathers - we had sun, wind, rain, snow, sleet so the wood burning stove was a bonus and so easy to use - keeping us snug and warm. Cottage is well equipped and comfortable, waking up to that view each morning was just perfection. Would definitely recommend The Old Little Theatre and hope to return soon.

This is a stunning Cottage in a beautiful setting on the lovely Isle of Mull! You can enjoy great views especially from the conservatory and the bedroom. The furnishings throughout the cottage are well thought off, tasteful and reflect the interesting history of the building as well as give you a really cosy and warm feeling. Even the pictures painted by the lovely and friendly hosts play an important part in this décor!
This cottage is one of the best we've ever had! We enjoyed every minute and we have to come and stay again soon!

A lovely , comfortable house with great views .

I would give this property 5 stars every time. Fabulous house with fabulous views in a fabulous setting on a fabulous Island. Loved my holiday. Perfect.

A great island and location and a wonderful place to stay. Everything about our week was perfect, so much so we have already booked to go back.

Wonderful conversion with a lovely warm and luxurious feel. The attention to detail is excellent. Fabulous views!

Great location for touring the north of Mull. Peaceful and relaxing. Enjoyed our week.

We loved our stay in this beautiful cottage. So relaxing and peaceful. Our week flew by. We did some spectacular walks, visited a few tea rooms and thoroughly enjoyed coming 'home' every evening. The views are stunning as is the interior of this fantastic place.

This is a lovely cottage. Well equipped, modern and with character. Great to just 'be in' when the weather wasn't brilliant. Very comfortable and well located for the north of the island.

A lovely propery in a great location. All round a great place to stay.

As folk who have great memories of productions in the The Mull Little Theatre in Devaig, it was wonderful to see, and stay in, this amazing conversion where the theatrical vibe lives on! Lovely, spacious, well equipped cottage with friendly hosts. We enjoyed the open view from the conservatory, and from the bed! A real gem!

Wow! What a gem! The Old Little Theatre has been beautifully converted with great attention to detail and really put the icing on the cake for our holiday on Mull. It's wonderful that Sally and Graham have preserved the feel of the theatre which could so easily have been lost to a more conventional conversion. The view from the bedroom and the immensely comfy bed made it even more difficult to drag ourselves from our holiday lay-ins but then the wonderful glow of the woodburner in the evenings made us equally reluctant to return to it. The Theatre is well equipped and has a luxurious feel to all of its amenities. A week was just not enough to see all that Mull had to offer so we hope to be back to the Theatre again next year as surely there cannot be anywhere else to beat it?

Very comfortable, great location and views, well thought out conversion. Brilliant holiday. Sally and Graham were great, friendly and helpful. Hope to return.

A beautiful holiday home, with real imagination used to convert it from the former theatre retaining the theatrical atmosphere. We enjoyed the range of accommodation offered, suitable for all weathers- the conservatory for all conditions, the log fired seating area for cooler evenings. The spacious and well fitted bathroom was lovely too.A real gem of a cottage.

Just perfect! Great location. Beautifully peaceful with magnificent views. The property has real character. Every little detail has been thought through and it is extremely comfortable, clean and enchanting.
Sally and Graham were great hosts and we can't wait to go back and see if we can spot that eagle!

We have been on holiday on Mull several times and stayed in some great self-catering accommodation and this is up there with the best. The attention to detail of The Old Little Theatre is exceptional, clean, cosy and with some lovely touches like the under floor heating in the bathroom and kitchen. The wood burning stove is perfect for those colder spring nights and the décor is stunning with little nods to what the building once was, brilliant!
Fantastic views from the bedroom and the front room just off the kitchen.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the quality of the accommodation really made It complete, so we will definitely be returning.

Perfect in every way ! Beautifully designed & decorated. Ideal Iocation for walking, cycling & travelling further afield. The most beautiful views with lots of bird life. No words can describe a clear night sky from here, simply breathtaking.....
Ideal as a romantic getaway, a cosy base after a day of adventuring or simply a super secret hideaway. Everything you need & more ! We loved it & will without a doubt return. Thank you for creating beautifully individual home xx

I think I was the first to stay . Only there 2 nights sadly. Absolutely stunning, quirky, stylish and luxurious. Superb location. One of the best places I have ever stayed by far. Book it you will love it!!
Well done Sally and Graham , it's a work of art!