Witch's Cottage Reviews

The peace and seclusion were just right. Here we were able to relax wonderfully and go on beautiful hikes. A great restaurant "Am Birlinn" about 400 meters away on foot.

Witch's Cottage is the best we have ever stayed in - internally, the garden and the Croig area. It is ideal for a couple and a family with two young children. The two bathrooms are a great feature. We enjoyed our fortnight with only 2 or 3 rainy days, and a warm, sunny day at the nearby Port Na Ba beach (1.5 miles through Croig).

We have just spent a fortnight in Witch's Cottage and loved every minute of our time there. can't fault except for the lack of a tumble drier and a cloakroom for hanging up soggy coats to dry [the weather can be atrocious] All the same it is a fabulous well equipped cottage in a stunning location.

We’re just back from a weeks very comfortable stay in this gorgeous cottage located in an absolutely stunning setting. Lovely part of the island too and not too far from Tobermory :) can’t recommend this very well appointed cottage enough - the owner has though of everything! We’ll be booking our return visit shortly. Michelle & Paul.

A very cosy cottage in a quiet location with excellent views, close to Croig harbour, perfect for an easy stroll. The cottage is very well equipped and the welcome pack was a very nice thought.
This was our 1st visit to Witch’s cottage but would love to return.

A beautiful, cosy, homely cottage with everything you need for a comfortable stay; a home from home. It’s in a gorgeous part of the island too :)
Needless to say, we’ll be booking again! Oh, the welcome pack is such a thoughtful addition too.

A returning visit and have booked again for next year before our visit this time. A very well-equipped cottage in a wonderful location whatever the weather.

A lovely cottage in a very peaceful location. Well equipped and extremely comfortable. The views from the living room and main bedroom are great and we saw White-tailed Eagles on several occasions from the cottage. This is our 2nd stay here, and I strongly suspect we will return.

Superb quiet location with wonderful views. Ideal base from which to explore Mull.
The cottage is clean, comfortable, and well equipped, with two bathrooms (very useful).
Welcome pack was a nice touch.

Very comfortable cottage in very quiet location with excellent views yet in walking distance of a high quality restaurant

We found Witches Cottage a delightful base from which to explore the lovely islands of Mull and Ulva. Clean, very well appointed and well situated it ticked all of the boxes.
The view from the top of the grassy knoll, next to the property, of the sea, mountains and nearby islands is well worth the short clamber!

We've stayed at Witches Cottage many times over a number of years and will be back. Need I say more?

Witches Cottage is a lovely cosy holiday let, well equipped and beautifully situated to explore this wonderful island. We saw both white tailed and golden eagles from the cottage. We found it took about 25 minutes to get to Tobermory. Would thoroughly recommend this property.

We have stayed here on four occasions now and love it more each time. It is very well equipped, homely and very comfortable. We were lucky with the weather this time though I have to say we enjoy ourselves whatever the weather. Love visiting The Bellachroy for a drink or a meal. Good food and friendly staff. The shop in Dervaig is also very well stocked. We definitely will be visiting again.

A most enjoyable two weeks spent in this Lovely comfortable well equipped cottage in a peaceful rural location. Weather was a mix of snow, rain and some sunshine. Spotted the deer and sheep most days and sometimes buzzards. We found the shop in Dervaig very good, well stocked and friendly staff. Enjoyed a very nice cappuccino in the Tobermory chocolate factory shop who also serve snacks.

Very well equipped cottage in a lovely quiet location and we have had a great time. Done several all-day long walks and it was a comfy place to return to each evening and rest aching legs! One of the best cottages we have stayed in and we've already recommended it to friends.

Wonderful trip with our 2 young children. Incredibly well equipped cottage including plastic plates and cups for kids and lots of board games. Very comfy beds. The best location - we walked to Port na ba (very easy walk, our 4 year old managed no problems). Also took a day trip to Iona (2 hours each way to fionnphort for the ferry but utterly worth it). Langamull and Calgary bay including sculpture trail- both lovely walks. Wonderful bakery in Dervaig (the Piece box) - lobster rolls on home made brioche. Magical place - we hope to return - many thanks for such a cosy home for our stay.

Wonderful location, comfy cottage. Beautiful clear skies and loads of wildlife. Could not have been happier with our choice of Witch’s Cottage.

A really lovely cottage that is extremely well equipped and set in a peaceful location with beautiful bays nearby. Wifi and TV signal is excellent, as is the hot water. We found it very much a home from home and would happily return to the cottage when we next visit.

Lovely holiday and weather not too bad at all.Cottage isolated and we were surrounded by wildlife it was wonderfulll. Would recommend Ulva and for restaurants An barlinn and ar bord both in Dervaig

Having stayed at Witches Cottage three times I think I can safely say we love it. It suits us perfectly as it is so peaceful with breathtaking views all around. Wildlife abounds. We have seen deer, seals, sea eagles and otters. From the living room window we have witnessed some amazing sunrises. Apart from a short delay in travelling this time because of a storm,and coming here in March and November we always seem to have fantastic weather. The Isle ofor Mull is very beautiful with much to offer. We hope to visit on many more occasions and would highly recommend Witches Cottage

The cottage is very comfortable. The weather was very wet for a large part of the week but we were cozy inside and the kids were entertained (good wifi/tv signal). When we ventured out the location proved excellent and places to explore for wildlife abundant. Would definitely stay again.

Everything has already been said. This is a lovely cottage, very comfortable and v warm and great location. We will definitely return. Perhaps a earlier in the year next time to appreciate different flora and fauna.

This cottage is in a lovely spot with easy access to coastal walking and beaches. It is comfy and well equipped.

Beautiful & spacious cottage. Quiet location no neighbours close by. Well equipped, comfy cottage. Lovely beach within mile of property. Excellent for swimming and kayaks.

perfect weather for October sunny and cold. found cottage to be in wonderful location, beautiful views and only neighbours a flock of sheep. close enough to Tobermory to go on wildlife tour with 'enjoy Mull' and see otters, eagles and deer and also on boat trip with 'sea life surveys' and saw winky whales and over 100 dolphins. with the weather being so good we were able to go out every day and return to a warm cottage. local restaurant and tours were closed for the season but there was still lots of places to visit. kitchen well equipped, bed comfortable and good wifi and sky tv.

Lovely cottage in a great location for exploring the north of Mull. Would not hesitate to book again.

Fantastic cottage. We were "wowed" from the minute we stepped in the front door. Very comfortable and cosy on wet days but airy and cool on the hot ones. Everything you need for a relaxing stay and the area is stunning. Definitely booking again.

A fantastic cottage with everything you need. We've never stayed in such a well equipped cottage. Prefect secluded location. Our first visit to Mull and definitely not our last.

Lovely cottage, and a bit off the beaten track for those who want seclusion. Sadly, pets not allowed because this is on a working croft. That aside, this was a perfect haven of peace with just a little front door baa-ing from the neighbours.
Not ideally placed if you want to visit Ross or Iona, and the drive across to Tobermory can be uncomfortable, especially in the dark.
But if all you want is a quiet self-sufficient time, this warm and well-equipped cottage - you don't get many with a steel for sharpening knives!!! - Smart TV is a bonus if you have a Netflix or Amazon account.

Enjoyed 5 days at Witch’s cottage. Very clean and cosy and fully kitted out with everything you could need. The only thing I suggest you take with you is a disposable BBQ as everything else is provided.
Port na Beach is stunning, could have sat there all day.
Cottage is remote and peaceful and a great place to get away from it all.
Would definitely recommend and return. Thank you x

Such a homely cottage. The welcome pack on arrival was a lovely touch. It is excellently equipped and the dishwasher much appreciated as were the ample towels of a generous size. Beautiful beach at Port na Ba if you explore past the Croig harbour. From the cottage we spotted a sea eagle, golden eagle, buzzard, hen harrier and at th end of the end of the end of the drive we spotted deer although many were visible with the binoculars provided. Just past the harbour in one of the bay's were seals and on our last day we spotted an otter and were fixed to the spot for around an hour.

We had a great stay here and were lucky with the weather. The cottage was warm and cosy, and really well equipped. Would come back again.

Excellent location, spacious, clean and well equiped cottage. It has everything you need to make your stay perfect.

Lovely spacious well equipped cottage for a real 'get away from it all' holiday. Lovely walks down to the bay and onward to the beaches. Good location for visiting the north of Mull, Tobermory, Glengorm etc. and down the west coast toward Ulva etc. Very light and comfortable and lovely to have a dishwasher this year! Thank you.

This was the best cottage we have ever stayed in (and we have stayed in a few!). It was so comfortable and cosy and perfect for a family holiday. Our boys loved the books and toys and we loved the views over the moors. It is an ideal location to explore Mull. Just 20 mins from Calgary Beach and 30 mins from Tobermory. Highly recommended.

This was a perfect place for us. The cottage was just as the photos online showed it to be (not always the case). White tailed eagles flew past the front door most days. the short stroll to Croig harbour a delight. This is one that we will certainly return to. 10/10

Excellent property in an ideal location. Good private garden with beautiful views. Everything was there that you might need.
Good restaurant just down the road. 10 minutes drive to the best beach on Mull.

10/10 - cannot fault Witch's Cattage. Spent a week there for a family break. Well equiped, warm and comforable with toys and books for the wee one. Plenty to do within easy reach - walks, beaches, cafes. Sea and Golden eagles around and the Northern Lights visible from the hillock next to the cottage. Dervaig has a great shop with all you would need. Will be back.

A gorgeous cottage with everything you need for a family holiday and in a great location for exploring the north of Mull. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Really impressed with this cottage. Superbly clean and extremely well equipped. You won't need any toys/games for the kids as they are all there already. Lovely walks from the door to Croig harbour and local beaches. Sea Eagles in the area and masses of seals on the islands in the bay. Lovely having 2 bathrooms but would sacrifice one of them for a dishwasher if I was being really really fussy! All in all though, probably one of the nicest cottages we've stayed in from every aspect. Would book again without hesitation.

excellent cottage, very comfortable with wonderful views .fantastic local walks and beaches. well pleased with everything. many thanks

We have holidayed in several cottages and Witch's Cottage is one of the best we have stayed in.
It is warm comfortable and very well decorated. There are lots of games etc to keep all ages entertained.
It is well equipped, and the welcome pack was a treat.
We had several trips round the island including
a visit to Iona. The Creel Seafood Bar at the ferry is a must visit. Nicola made the best Cullen Skink I've had in ages !!!
The highlight of our stay in the cottage was when a Golden Eagle flew right in front the over the roof.

Beautiful cottage in lovely location. Everything you could possibly need for a very comfortable and warm stay. Perfect for a relaxing Spring break. I'd maybe suggest a couple of bird feeders but wee birds were happy to feed from the fence post and ground.

Witch's Cottage is amongst the best of the very many cottages we have stayed in, very comfortable and beautifully appointed, though we did question the need for two bathrooms! - replacing one bath with a shower cubicle would seem to make more sense.
The location was very useful too, with easy access to many parts of the island. We benefited from a glorious week's weather (same as last year!), enabling us to do some fantastic walks, most notably the Treshnish Walk and the Livingston Walk (with extra bits) on Ulva, the walk to Dun Ara, and the Crater Loch. Saw a pair of sea eagles above the road to Tobermory, purple sandpipers in the inlet down at Croig, and had a number of sightings of golden eagles.
We found Am Birlinn disappointing - rather impersonal and the food nothing to write home about; we hugely preferred the hotel in Dervaig for its very friendly atmosphere and staff, and the fish 'van' on the pier at Tobermory for one of the best fish and chips we've had - yum!
And always lovely to come back to a comfortable cottage in the evening. If the years permit, hopefully we'll be back some time.

We didn't experience the best of weather but the cottage and its location more than compensated. From the generous welcome pack to the spacious and warm living room and bedrooms it was a delight to stay here.
A short walk from Witch's cottage brings you to a charming old harbour with just a few local inshore fishing boats and a fabulous view out to the Ardnamurchan peninsula and on a clear day the mountains of Coll.
A days outing took us to Loch Na Keal where we were lucky enough to sight a pair of White Tailed eagles setting off to feed and a Golden eagle just south of Salen. The birds around the cottage included Blackcap and Bullfinch among many others not forgetting the Tawney owl perched on the cottage roof.
We ate out only once at Am Birlinn and although good I was looking for something a little more exciting as a keen amateur cook myself but would recommend trying it.
As veteran cottagers holiday users, Witch's has to rank among the best we've stayed in.

Cottage was lovely and had all the amenities you would expect as well as a few extras (cafetiere for my morning coffee was a welcome discovery). Location was ideal - being close to both Calgary beach and Tobermory (both of which we visited several times).
The toy box and board games in the cottage thrilled the boys (4 and 8) - and meant they never ran out of things to do. We also used the DVD player for film night for a couple of DVD's we'd brought from home.
We went to the Am Birlinn restaurant at the end of the road to celebrate my birthday and the food was stunning - I can fully recommend the cheeseboard. Also worth a visit is the fish & chip van in Tobermory harbour - a great way to end the day following an afternoon getting up close and personal to all the sea creatures in the aquarium.
Both boys loved the cottage and have already asked when we can go back to 'our lovely little cottage' so this brilliant accommodation gets the ringing endorsement of our family.

A lovely cottage in a beautiful and tranquil setting. The cottage is well equipped with everything you could need and more, including lots of entertainment options and toys and games that our boys (7 & 4) enjoyed playing with and helped everyone have a relaxing time. It is attractively and comfortably decorated with loads of space for the family and the two bathrooms was a really nice bonus. The mature garden provides nice surroundings, with great views and a great place to sit and enjoy the countryside.
The location is ideal, within a walk of gorgeous and in our experience deserted beaches and a really nice restaurant, Am Birlinn, that we visited twice. The village of Dervaig, with the oldest pub on the island, a shop and post office, and the bay and beach at Calgary are both a short drive away. Tobermory is only 10 miles away and the Ulva Ferry, for trips to the island of Ulva or boat trips to the Treshnish Islands and Staffa is only a 40 minute drive away. The location is therefore great, with an ideal mix of being a little remote, but close to everything you'd need.
We have had a brilliant week - the weather has been mixed with some wet days and some scorching days - but even the kids are keen to come back! We'd definitely recommend Witch's Cottage!

Beautiful weather, beautiful cottage, beautiful island. Would stay again at the drop of a hat! Highlights were puffins on Lunga, white tailed eagles with Mull Charters, and simply enjoying the scenery and isolation.

Lovely cottage witches cottage everything and more in there we wanted for nothing, we was very lucky with the weather had some great days out Ulva and Staffa and Lunga to see the puffins. Would definatly go again

We stayed for a week in mid May. The cottage itself is very pleasant, well furnished, etc etc - everything you would hope for. It has games for kids, plenty of cutlery and crockery and bedding, etc. It was warm, clean, etc. However, it does NOT have anything to help you play your own music. So, for example, no docking station. I did manage to plug my iPod into the TV's USB slot, but music was entirely random - I couldn't select an album or genre etc. There is a transistor radio - and it has all the old problems of minute tuning tolerances that I recall from my childhood. So be warned. These are, in my view, tiny irritations. But if I went again knowing what I now know, I'd have taken our docking station.
Now, location. We liked the area very much. Croig itself is well worth exploring, but even better is having Dervaig and Calgary within a few minutes' drive either way. Dervaig is an archetypal marshy estuary dotted with muddy islands, and the village has a pub and a shop. Calgary has a wonderful beach and a fascinating art-in-nature sculpture trail. OK, getting to Iona will take a while, but any location on Mull will face compromises reaching something at the other end of the island. Tobermory is about 15/20 minutes; Craignure about 50 minutes. There is a restaurant within easy walking distance from Witch's Cottage that is open 5 nights per week - we didn't eat there so I can't comment either way.
We very much enjoyed our week in Mull. Its tranquility crept up on us as the week progressed - it was a shame to leave! We went to Staffa and saw puffins as well as the basalt columns. We went to Iona. We did an all day wildlife tour with 'Discover Mull' (based in Dervaig). There are so many other parts of Scotland and beyond that we still want to visit that it might be a while before we return. However, if/when we do so, we would very happily stay in Witch's Cottage again and use Isle of Mull Cottages as the booking agent.

I had a wonderful time at Witch's Cottage and enjoyed exploring the north and west of Mull. I came for the walking, the wildlife and getting away from the hurly-burly, and it delivered on all points ! Just after arriving, and whilst filling the kettle for a cuppa, a female hen harrier flew by looking for its supper, duly pouncing on a vole and then being mobbed by a buzzard! It was a good beginning to many more lovely encounters with the birds and wildlife on Mull. Try Loch Tor for otters, I watched two for over an hour, but think I was extra lucky that day.
The walk from the cottage to Croig and over to Calgary Bay is stunning, and well worth the hike and some scrambling across moorland in some parts. I completed the circular walk by coming back along the road, although there may be other ways. Arriving into sunshine at Calgary as I finally came over the brow of a hill and seeing the beautiful bay ahead of me will always be a treasured memory. Being snowed in on one day was also lovely, if not a bit unexpected!. With a full fridge, amazing snow scenes outside, and a cosy, homely cottage to stay in, what more could you want! I'll be back I'm sure.

Witch's Cottage was an excellent place to stay. The location was great for exploring north Mull. A trip to Iona was a longer day but still easily manageable. The cottage has lovely furnishings, a well-equipped kitchen and was warm and cosy. The kids loved exploring the garden and surrounding fields, clambering over rocks and hiding in trees and shrubs.