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Look out for issue 205
Discover Magnificent Mull With
The Puffer Aground
on 28th March
Boasting spectacular mountain scenery, 300 miles of wild
coastline, an abundance of wildlife and wildflowers and
some of the world’s oldest rocks, the Hebridean island of
Mull is a wonderful destination for a holiday this spring.
Situated at the heart of the island in the village of Salen, The
Puffer Aground Self Catering are two one-bedroom holiday
cottages offering cosy, warm and homely accommodation
that makes the perfect base from which to explore
everything the island of Mull, and the Hebridean islands
further afield, have to offer.
Certificate of Recognition
Recognising the fantastic accommodation facilities on
offer from The Puffer Aground Self Catering, Aspire have
awarded them, and their owner Graham Ellis (pictured), a
Platinum Certificate of Recognition for Scotland’s Finest.
On hearing the news, Graham said: “I’m amazed! It’s so
unexpected to receive this Recognition. The two properties
are centrally located, meaning everything Mull has to
offer is within easy reach. We try to go the extra mile for
everyone that stays with us, often getting them some milk
and bread for when they arrive, as the island only receives
deliveries on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. We feel
we offer a friendly and homely holiday accommodation
that people will want to return to and recommend to their
friends and family.”
Aspire Sales Executive, Barbara Stone, added: “Mull is a
great destination for a holiday and these two flats make the
ideal base from which to explore, or simply relax, away from
the stresses of everyday life. I’m so pleased for Graham and
hope we inspire many Aspire readers to visit Mull and stay
with him.”
Puffer Cottage
Steeped in local history and a nautical-themed restaurant
until 1995, Puffer Cottage boasts a king-sized bedroom
(which can be converted into two twin beds), a cosy sitting/
dining room – which is still home to some of the portholes
from the TSMV Loch Fyne (1931), which was the first diesel
electric passenger vessel – a well-equipped kitchen with
cooker, microwave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer, a family
bathroom with shower over the bath, and off-road parking.
Smiddy Cottage
This was where the blacksmith worked and horses
came here to be shod until the late 1940s; it now offers
holidaymakers a double bedroom, a well-equipped kitchen,
a cosy sitting room and off-road parking, just like Puffer
Cottage.
Prices for both cottages vary from season to season, but
a week-long stay starts from £210 in the winter, rising to
£385 in the popular summer months. This price includes
linen and towels as well as heating and electricity – a winter
supplement charge may be made. Pets are welcome in both
cottages for an extra cost of £15 per stay.
Surrounding Area
Mull is the third largest and the second most popular
Hebridean Island, after Skye, and it’s not hard to see why
discerning holidaymakers visit year after year. Within an
area roughly 24 miles from north to south and 26 miles
from east to west there’s a wealth of attractions to keep
young and old alike entertained.
The Island’s capital, Tobermory, is the most attractive port
in western Scotland, thanks to the brightly painted buildings
that line the main street to the pier. Tobermory boasts a
variety of shops, hotels and restaurants, as well as being the
administrative centre for the island. The harbour is also a
lovely place to spend some time; it’s always busy with fishing
boats, yachts and the ferry to and from Kilchoan.
Graham added: “Salen is situated right in the middle of
Mull, half way between Craignure and Tobermory, so you
can happily wander off in different directions without
covering the same ground twice. The village of Salen has
just one shop but it sells groceries and maps and books.
A few metres from the cottages is The Salen Hotel, where
you can enjoy bar snacks and meals throughout the day.
Mull is a great place to come if you like wildlife as there are
numerous people here offering wildlife tours. However, you
can also visit Loch Frisa where you can spend the day in a
hide watching the Sea Eagles. A great way to end any day, no
matter how you’ve spent it, is with a walk towards Salen pier
where you can watch some of the dramatic summer sunsets,
as in summer it’s hardly dark.”
With an abundance of wildlife, the Isle of Mull is a
birdwatchers paradise thanks to Golden and White-Tailed
eagles, as well as numerous seabirds regularly making an
appearance. Not only that, Minke whales, dolphins and
otters are all regularly seen in the waters around Mull, so it’s
worth taking one of the many boat trips on offer that go to
Staffa and the uninhabited islands where the birds nest.
Contact
Tel: 01680 300389
Web: www.isleofmullcottageflats.co.uk
Email: info@isleofmullcottageflats.co.uk