Guests say
Starfish Cottage on the Isle of Mull is highly praised for its stunning views, peaceful setting, and excellent location for exploring the island. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s comfort, warmth, and well-equipped facilities, including features like a sauna and underfloor heating. The property is dog-friendly and offers secure gardens, making it ideal for pet owners. While a few guests noted minor issues with cleanliness and some furnishings, the overwhelming majority found the cottage welcoming, cosy, and a perfect base for a relaxing holiday.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-maintained, with several describing it as spotless and comfortable. However, a small number of reviews mentioned issues such as dirty appliances, stained bedding, and worn furniture, indicating occasional lapses in cleaning standards.
The location is universally praised, with guests highlighting the breathtaking views over the Sound of Mull, central position for exploring the island, and peaceful surroundings. Wildlife sightings and proximity to key sites are frequently mentioned as major positives.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as warm, cosy, and comfortable, with spacious rooms and quality bedding. Occasional comments about a creaky bed or low sofa were rare and did not detract from the overall comfort experienced by most visitors.
The cottage is highly regarded for its excellent facilities, including a sauna, jacuzzi bath, underfloor heating, and well-equipped kitchen. A few minor maintenance issues were noted, but these were exceptions in otherwise glowing feedback.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches such as hampers in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Starfish Cottage is one of four properties set in an elevated position above Fishnish Bay, near Craignure, with views across the Sound of Mull.
Recently refreshed, Starfish offers a light and comfortable one-bedroom space, designed as a relaxing base for exploring the Isle of Mull.
The open-plan living area includes a wood burning stove for cosy evenings, while the spacious bathroom features a jacuzzi bath, walk-in steam shower and sauna—ideal for unwinding after a day outdoors.
Note: This cottage adjoins Refs. 938191, 938193 and 938199. Together, the properties can accommodate up to 12 guests.
EPC Rating: Band C
Salen, a small village on the Isle of Mull, is perfectly placed for exploring the island. Salen has two hotels, a coffee shop and a restaurant, and both the ferry terminal and islands capital town are around 15 miles away. There is great walking in the countryside around Salen, as well as mountain biking and pony trekking. The town of Tobermory has a choice of places to eat, as well as a chocolate factory and whisky distillery.
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: AR-02081-FEPC Rating: Band B
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One king-size double bedroom.
Bathroom with jacuzzi bath, separate walk-in steam shower, basin and WC, and sauna.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with wood burning stove.
Utility room.
Ground source underfloor heating with a wood-burning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
TV with Freeview, DVD, CD player, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for wood-burning stove included in rent
Bed linen and towels included in rent
Travel cot and highchair available on request
Off-road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed lawned garden with patio and outdoor furniture
Shared BBQs available (stored in woodshed)
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking or vaping
Shop and pub 6 miles
Private water supply
Access via private gravel track
Saturday check-in, seven-night stays only
Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at the property
Reviews (62)
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Stephanie
Panoramic views looking across the Sound of Mull. Very dog friendly accommodation, with both the front and back garden fenced, keeping adventurous springer spaniels in. Would highly recommend!
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Julie
Sykes are the only thorn in the side, as once they have your money, they don't care about anything else. I have two official complaints in to Sykes about the way they give third party organisations customer details, and they haven't got back to me at all - they really are dreadful.
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Sue
Warm, very clean, comfortable and well equipped.This was our second visit to this property and I am sure that we shall return. Thank you Douglas.