Achaban House

1st August 2024:

Just had the most wonderful 5 days, the place is fabulous & we wanted for nothing. House was beautiful, hosts were so helpful & friendly & it’s just situated in the most perfect place. It was so peaceful, I’m getting married next month & I felt so relaxed, all my worries disappeared (for 5 days at least).

So much you can do with this as a base. Islands visits were fantastic, we done Iona & Staffa. The Keel Row was lovely & friendly. The fish cakes from the creel seafood bar near the ferry was delicious. Also just local walks, the views are beautiful , you don’t need to go far for much. Can’t wait to go back.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd July 2024:

BEST.PLACE. EVER!! A little slice of heaven. Matt and Rachel are so welcoming and wonderful. Thank you for another memorable and brilliant week xx

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2024:

Excellent accommodation, spacious communal area, fantastic cooking facilities. Great bedrooms, clean and well kept. Superb for our small group and lots of space for group activities on the grounds also. Excellent hosts. couldn't ask for more, literally everything you could want is here. Already booking again for next year!

close to ferry port for staffa/iona small shop nearby around an hour from Craignure ferry port for Oban

Would Recommend: Yes

16th April 2024:

Using Achaban House has been a pleasure from start to finish. The location is beautiful, the hosts are fantastic, and the house itself really feels like home. We cannot wait to come back!

Be flexible about your plans, especially in the winter months with weather disruptions and seasonal business closures. Get yourself over to Iona and enjoy the community, history and shops!

Would Recommend: Yes

4th January 2024:

Superb accommodation for a mixed group of older and younger folks. Location outstanding, regardless of the weather. Laid back hosts, loved the hot tub. We'll be back

Lots to see walking from the house. Iona glorious,, Carsaig beach fab if you want to gain your car

Would Recommend: Yes

30th September 2023:

Great location, very helpful and knowledgeable host. We should have booked for longer!

Do your research on opening times for attractions, shops and restaurants before you go. We ate well in the Keel Row and the Mishnish but missed out on some farm shops because of limited opening hours.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th September 2023:

The house is located in a very quiet area. It makes you relax automatically. The house was great, comfortables with everything you need. We felt at home and very welcome. We'll be back... Thanks a lot!

Iona of course with a climb of Dun I and of course the well of the eternal youth on top. Stroll around the island. Enjoy the 2-2,5 billion years old stones... And take a trip to Staffa. It is really worth the visit. As a restaurant: Keel Row, you support the local community with a visit and the food is good!

Would Recommend: Yes

13th August 2023:

Absolutely BRILLIANT as always!! The dream!!

Best.holiday.EVER!!! Thank you so much Rachel and Matt!! Xx

Would Recommend: Yes

30th May 2023:

Lovely house, lovely location, lovely hosts. Would book again for sure!

Would Recommend: Yes

9th May 2023:

Great house with a really good host. Matt was very helpful throughout our stay there and he gave us some very good suggestions to look out for places nearby.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd February 2023:

Matt, Rachel and the wee man Hamish were fantastic hosts to our group stay at Achaban. They were really helpful with advice before our trip, and during our stay set up the fantastic hot tub for us. They had great local knowledge of places to go for walks, or places to visit. They were really friendly and made us feel very welcome, I absolutely would recommend them. The house itself is great, as a group of 14 we felt there was a good amount of space and we could comfortably sit in the lounge or at the dining table without feeling cramped. The kitchen is well equipped and likewise has good room, although we were cooking as a group which made things easier. Most of the bedrooms were ensuite too, so there were ample facilities for everyone. The hot tub is fantastic even in a cold damp January evening you can sit in it! After the first night it came up to temperature very quickly as well, and didn't need much effort to keep it going. We could fit 6 people in it quite easily.

The Keel Row in Fionnphort is a must, fantastic local pub. It is well worth going off the beaten track in the summer and visiting some of the lesser known beaches. Keep your eyes peeled on the drive for otters too. For walkers, Ben More is great, as well as the other hills around. I would recommend good waterproof shoes AND gaiters as the 'path' is quite boggy. The shop in Fionnphort was well stocked, and amazingly the spar on Iona was incredibly well stocked, it even had vegan "cheese", oat milk, and tofu! However we did a tesco click+collect in Oban for the majority of our supplies. Keep in mind if you're travelling in Autumn/Winter a lot of places are closed from October-March, so your cafes etc. are more limited, however it is still well worth a visit and much quieter.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th October 2022:

Thank you Matt and Rachel for a fabulous week. Achaban House was perfect for our group with 6 bedrooms, all with their own bathroom. Very high quality accommodation, spotlessly clean and a very attractive house. We really appreciated all your help and tips for things to do. The location right on the loch is stunning and it is great to be able to do so many lovely walks right from the door. The hot tub is a real treat and has an unbeatable view of the loch.

The location of Achaban House is perfect. This end of Mull is so beautiful and you can walk along a lovely path on the loch into Fionnphort in about 10 minutes. We enjoyed being able to visit Iona so easily. Staffa is a must see island, so dramatic at Fingal's cave and we saw baby seals too. the Keel Row pub in Fionnphort is great, excellent food, nice cosy bar and great music all within walking distance. We also loved the Lazy Cow cafe which does excellent coffee and lunches and is also within easy walking distance. Our day out with Bryan from Wild About Mull was memorable - we managed to see sea and golden eagles, otters (including pups), mountain hares and much more.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th September 2022:

The house is beautifully decorated, extremely well equipped and in a fabulous location. A lovely lochan is on the doorstep and from there you can walk into the hills where golden eagles circle and then to dreamy beaches where you can swim while watching ringed plovers and - with luck - otters. And at the end of the day there is a cosy sitting room which - unlike many large Scottish houses - is properly warm with an efficient log stove. It was a delightful stay, and Matt could not have been more helpful and knowledgable.

Just go there.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2022:

Loved the house, beautiful rooms, great views and great facilities. Fantastic location for beaches, walks, Iona. Loved the hottub!

Keel Row pub fish shack and Lazy Cow all within walking distance great for food. Trip to Iona is a must. Lovely 6 mile walk round Loch Pottie. Great views from Ben More.

Would Recommend: Yes

1st August 2022:

Relaxed, welcoming, professional - can't recommend highly enough. Beautiful location and house, well maintained and lovely hosts. Very knowledgeable on ecology. Including lobsters.

Had a great trip with Mark Jardine (boattripsiona.com), plus beaches around Knockvolagan worth the walk.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th July 2022:

My family thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our stay at Achaban House, in particular the kitchen with double cooker and the dining room large table setting where 14 of us could sit and eat comfortably as a group. It is a very peaceful location which negates any feelings of stress. Matt (the host) was very helpful with local advice on travel, eating places, history etc., and went the extra mile to ensure we had a memorable time. The location was a one minute drive from the house to grocery store/gift shop, cafe, take-away, pub (good atmosphere) and ferry port to Iona which takes ten minutes. There were various beaches nearby within fifteen minutes drive. Hot tub was a big plus and very popular. The Host's only failure was his inability to control the weather. This is something he needs to work on!

The Creel Shack and cafe opposite were very helpful and offered to help when we ran out of milk one day. Would definitely consider supporting them, either for take-aways or for cuppa while waiting for ferry or returning from trip to Iona. We tried Columba Hotel, Argyll Hotel, and Martyrs Bay which were all clean and helpful. A visit to the Abbey should not be missed if visiting Iona.

Would Recommend: Yes

1st July 2022:

Booked for gang of us for special birthday and Achaban was a special place to celebrate a special birthday. Beautiful venue, gorgeous views, easy walk into Fionnphort. Just amazing. Thank you Matt and Co.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2022:

Everything was excellent, a lovely welcoming family. We were a wildlife group and Matt was happy to share his knowledge of all that would be of interest to us.

A fantastic area for walking and wildlife, Iona a beautiful island to visit. Boat trips to Staffa and Lunga is definitely worthwhile. The Keel Row and The Argyll Hotel (Iona) very good food.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th October 2021:

The stay at Achaban was absolutely fantastic and had all the things we needed.Great to have wood supplied and hot tub was great. Matt was readily available and very helpful with any queries

Iona trip was great, swimming in the loch, cycling was lovely.Pity the seafood hut closed a week before we arrived. Speak to the locals they are very helpful, friendly and informative

Would Recommend: Yes

4th October 2021:

We have twice used Achaban House for our retreats and I can thoroughly recommend. The owners Matt & Rachel have gone above & beyond to support us on the run up to and throughout our visits.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th September 2021:

It was our good fortune to stay in this beautiful house. Every detail is in the best of good taste: comfort, space, style, books and information. Matt and Rachel are wonderful hosts, very knowledgeable about nature in the area and beyond, also place-names and gardenlore Our stay was short, just 2 nights, not near long enough to enjoy fully a special place like this.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd September 2021:

Find all the local beaches

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd September 2021:

Really enjoyed the stay in Achaban house. Very friendly owner and wife runs business. The location is really nice for the visit to Iona. Couldn't visit Tobermory and the west coast scenic route. May need to plan for a 1 week trip to cover the full Isle of Mull including Tobermory. Also kids enjoyed the hot tub provided in the property.

Visited the near by Usiken beach and Creel fish and chips shop. Couldn't go for a local pub meal may be next time.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st August 2021:

Would Recommend: Yes

18th August 2021:

Fabulous stay at Achaban House! Matt & Rachel were perfect hosts. House and location are amazing - hot tub very much appreciated!

Kayaking with Bendoran Watersports was great. Sailing trip with Alternative Boat Hire Iona - just magical! Kintra Farm shop is great!

Would Recommend: Yes

29th June 2021:

We were met at the door by Matt and Rachel who couldn’t have been more welcoming and told us all about the area places to walk and visit and wonderful beaches The accommodation is superb beautiful comfy cosy and spotless bedrooms with beautiful views and a lovely relaxing lounge to sit in the evening with log fires Nothing was to much trouble for this lovely couple and we will certainly be going back again

Not many restaurants we had a superb meal at the local pub and the ninth wave restaurant is just down the road from Acaban but was closed at the time off our visit I would recommend that you take food with you has there is only one shop in the village and a spar about five miles away who sell most basic needs the kitchen has a large fridge and freezer so storage is not a problem Lots to do Birdwatching walking swimming ferry minutes away to Iona and Fingles cave

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd June 2021:

Can't recommend highly enough! What a beautiful venue for our first retreat. The owners went above & beyond to help everything run smoothly. Looking forward to our next stay in September.

Would Recommend: Yes

7th June 2021:

We were in Achaban House for 5 days as a family - absolutely brilliant time in a locality with endless interest and variety.

Screel Fish and Chips in Fionnphort has local scallops and mussels in abundance. We could only book a late return CalMac(19.35) on the Saturday evening … but it is worth knowing that there is a 'standby queue' for earlier crossing and we managed to get on the 1.40pm ferry - which made all the difference to the long drive south.

Would Recommend: Yes

1st November 2020:

Came to our rescue when weather havoc struck! A lovely 3 day stay in fabulous location, very comfortable and well kit out, with lovely hosts.

Great new cycle path down to Iona ferry makes it really easy to explore that island by bike.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th October 2020:

Perfect house, perfect location and perfect hosts! Matt and Rachel have created a holiday accommodation with stunning views which provides excellent comfort in every respect along with access to nearby Fionnphort and the islands of Iona and Staffa. Please thank “Edna” and her hen friends for their freshly laid eggs which along with your home made bread, made a delicious breakfast. Very much looking forward to returning hopefully with the family next year.

The ferry to Iona, also to Staffa are highly recommended. There are many walks in the area - Matt can advise. Unfortunately due to Covid restrictions, local eateries were not open,

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd September 2020:

Matt and Rachel prepared for us and looked after us with the utmost care and attention. Achaban House is a wonderful place to stay and I recommend it wholeheartedly.

Due to Covid19 restrictions many of the local facilities were unavailable at the time of our visit. However, we had a wonderful day aboard Birthe Marie www.boattripsiona.com We had food prepared for us by the Keel Row which was excellent

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd August 2020:

The place was spotless, good quality all round. The owners were very friendly and helpful.

The beaches. The Staffa trips, we were very lucky to have dolphins and whales accompany us to the island.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th August 2020:

Achaban House is the perfect "getaway from it" stay. Comfortable, spacious bedrooms, lovely, well-equipped communal spaces including local art, cosy fires (useful even in the Scottish summer) and peaceful location with plenty of outside space and view over Loch Potee. Easy walking distance to Fionnphort, boat trips to Staffa and the ferry to Iona. Matt and Rachel perfect hosts, local knowledge, top-tips and there when you need them. We visited during Covid-19 restrictions and they couldn't have done more to make our stay more enjoyable. We loved it!

Mull isn't huge but a travelling speed of 20mph on single track roads can make any trip longer than expected. We toured the North of the island in one day and enjoyed a restful stay in the South which has some of the most beautiful white beaches you will ever see. If you go to Ardalanish - Isle of Mull Weavers you can also pick up incredible lamb (and venison). Also love Staffa Trips for tour to this unique island and chance to see the puffins who make this their home from March to July.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th August 2020:

Achaban is located in a beautiful position over looking a lake and within walking distance to Fionnphort and the ferry to Iona. The house is well decked out with everything you'll need for your stay whatever the weather. Matt and Rachel are excellent hosts with an extensive knowledge of the area, tips of where to go and what to do. That was our second stay and we'll be back again!

Matt and Rachel have all the local knowledge of what to do, where to eat and where to source the fantastic local produce on offer including mussels, fresh veg, sea food (langoustines etc..) and local meat. There are plenty of great walks and beaches to visit in the neighborhood, if you like deserted white sandy beaches and clear water you are spoiled for choice.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd August 2020:

Great property and lovely, helpful couple re local knowledge, walks etc. Weather duff but that was outside of their control! Something to think about but is it worth considering some bike/kayak hire options as there aren’t a lot of facilities locally?

Lochbuie PO ready cook meals (Flora Campbell) are excellent and they have a cool box at the end of the Lochbuie road to aid pick ups. Order early if you want to order a takeaway meal from the Keel Bar. Meal planning requires some careful thought at the current time!

Would Recommend: Yes

6th December 2019:

Blessed with a perfect location, this comfortable and stylish B&B offers more than expected. There’s a shared kitchen which offers self-catering choices too. With a lovely communal sitting room, lots of wildlife books, (and an Orkney chair I covet) we had a fantastic stay at Achaban House!

It’s just a short walk to the ferry to the Isle of Iona.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th November 2019:

Very helpful and friendly staff

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd November 2019:

Really clean and cozy room, everthing we needed, good breakfast, really helpful and friendly owners, would recommend to everyone!

Would Recommend: Yes

29th October 2019:

A warm and friendly welcome. Quiet season now, but they lit a beautiful fire for just two of us in the evening.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st October 2019:

This is our fourth visit. We love Ross of Mull and Achaban House. Rachel and Matt are welcoming and great hosts, who are happy to share local knowledge very helpful suggestions. Rooms are very comfy . One of my happy places.

Sea swimming!!!

Would Recommend: Yes

20th October 2019:

Great location lovely helpful hosts.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th October 2019:

We had a wonderful relaxed night in the lounge room by the wood fire. Just what we needed after 2 weeks of fast traveling. Hosts Rachael and Matt were so helpful and friendly. The room and house were spotlessly clean and the breakfast was delicious with home cooked bread. The view from our room was lovely. We highly recommend this accommodation!

Would Recommend: Yes

7th October 2019:

We had a couple of lovely places during our trip to Scotland but the Achaban House on Mull was by far the best place we have been to. It is clean and really cozy. The hosts are super friendly and the location is just perfect to walk to Fionnphort (10 min)and Iona or go for a hike around Loch Pottie.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd October 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd October 2019:

Matt and Rachel have a beautiful hotel and bunkhouse at the east corner of Mull, and it is charming above expectations. The room was clean and comfortable as was the rest of the house. The breakfast was delicious and the check in and out very personal and helpful to know a bit more about the area and continue our journey. We would definitely stay again at their home if we were to come to Mull and we recommend them as hosts as the service was excellent.

Ardalanish Beach is a must stop!

Would Recommend: Yes

1st October 2019:

Achaban house is in a nice, wild location within easy walking distance to the Iona ferry. It is a comfortable large house with nice rooms. For us, the experience was marred a bit by a couple of things. First being told at the front door that we need to remove our shoes before coming in (including my 83 year Father) is outrageous in this day and age. Secondly, the breakfast arrangements are very poor. We knew that there were no cooked breakfasts and that we would help ourselves to cereals and toast. What we didn't know is that the hosts would be present. If they are there, then why don't they cook a proper breakfast? Also, we found them and the other guests very intrusive, asking all kinds of questions when we wanted a quiet breakfast. Not somewhere to go if you want a quiet time! They should provide a proper breakfast and somewhere quiet to eat for those who do not wish to be interrogated!

Would Recommend: No

1st October 2019:

We loved our stay!

Would Recommend: Yes

27th September 2019:

I enjoyed the friendly informal approach and excellent lounge and kitchen facilities - sometimes we didn't want to be with everyone else and a radio or similar in the bedroom would have been appreciated. If ever we are in that locality again (if the sun was shining) I would choose to stay here longer as it was very restful. we appreciated the news updates as to local chef being away or ferry issues - excellent

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd September 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd September 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd September 2019:

A beautiful house in the countryside and overlooking a small lake. Rachel and Matt were unbelievably attentive to all our needs - including posting a pair of shoes that I had managed to leave behind. Delicious breakfast and everything was perfect.

Achaban House is a perfect location for the foot ferry to Iona or tourist boat to Staffa and other islands - just a couple of minutes' drive from the guest house. Great food at the Keel Row Inn next to the ferry terminal - have a drink in the bar while you wait to be called to your table (small kitchen so they "stagger" the orders).

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd September 2019:

Achaban is a fantastic place to stay, lovely house and décor, excellent facilities and incredibly friendly and helpful hosts. Mum and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend Achaban to anyone else visiting Mull.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th September 2019:

Very friendly hosts, lovely sitting area if you want to relax, use of kitchen if you wanted to make tor own meals, you can make your own hot drinks anytime, continental breakfast very filling and fresh bread delicious. Hope to return with other members of the family as want to see the puffins on Staffa.

Trip to see fingles cave was good. Iona lovely.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th September 2019:

Nice welcome, pleasant comfortable bedroom with lovely view, but remember to take your slippers!

Excellent restaurant, although busy, and plenty places of interest, especially Iona.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2019:

Bathroom en suite cold! But great otherwise. Hone made bread great. Friendly owners and really helpful re ferry issues. Thanks so much!

Great coffee in front garden of argyll hotel on iona

Would Recommend: Yes

10th September 2019:

The inn is lovely and comfortable and the hosts were wonderful -- friendly, caring, and helpful. Helped us figure out alternative itineraries when weather prevented us from going over to Iona as planned, accommodated us with an early breakfast, etc so we had a great time and fit everything in despite the weather thanks to Matt & Rachel.

Would Recommend: Yes

4th September 2019:

Lovely location and accommodation and hosts who are willing to help in any way to make your stay as pleasant as possible.

There's only a small choice of local options to eat out, but you could always cook in the communal kitchen which is very well equipped. Ferries and boat trips (Iona, Staffa) are weather dependent, so check forecasts first. It's the second time I've been to Mull and it's still just as beautiful and unspoilt.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd September 2019:

charming house near to Iona

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd September 2019:

Rachels welcome war very heartly, so our sons called the Achaban House one day later "home" ! It was our lovely home for 4 days. A snugly place when it´s windy and rainy. Matt gave us super tips for walks and where to make wildlife Fotos. The breakfast was delicious and the kitchen is very comfortable and clean. You can dry your wet coats and shoes in the laundry, that´s useful! The lounge is so cosy!

-Ben More (weather?) -Carsaig Bay and coast (Arches) -Iona (not only the cloister, also dune1 and the south of the island) -Erraid and sound of Erraid (dep. from the tides; Tip from Matt, thanks !) -the hill in North of the "Nine Waves" Restaurant with a great view (tip from Rachel, thanks !) -the B8035, a great road with lot of funny sheep!

Would Recommend: Yes

31st August 2019:

This is without doubt one of the best B&Bs we have stayed in. The house is beautifully decorated, comfortable, and run by the most friendly and helpful couple you could ever hope to meet. Matt and Rachel are extremely welcoming, offer useful tips and advice on places to visit, and have maps you can borrow. They are even able to get you local seafood - if available - which you can cook in the spacious guest kitchen. This has a large fridge, freezer, coffee machines, masses of pots, pans, plates, glasses etc.... everything you could need to prepare dinner. A very good continental breakfast is provided, with delicious homemade bread. We definitely intend to return one day. Five stars in every respect.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2019:

It was a pleasure to stay at Achaban House. Matt and Rachel are excellent hosts and give their guest house a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The breakfasts are great, plentiful, lots of variety and home baked bread. The self catering kitchen for guest use is a good idea in a remote area where evening meal opportunities can be restricted. I will be more than happy to return to Achaban House in the future.

Iona. Leave the crowds behind at the abbey and walk to the north end of the island.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

27th August 2019:

Achaban House was just a dream. The location is amazing, in our case the view from our room as well. But most of all, did we enjoy the relaxed and easy-going atmosphere of Achaban House as well as the help-yourself kitchen. Only wish we could have stayed a bit longer.

A trip to Iona.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd August 2019:

Very friendly!

A beaufiful little walk departing to the cottage arriving to the village.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th August 2019:

Fantastic stay, we were made to feel very welcome. A lovely comfortable room and a good fresh breakfast provided for us. Really appreciated the information provided that enabled us to find great walks. Would definitely stay here again at this lovely location.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th August 2019:

Loved our stay thank you, we got home and started again making our own bread for breakfast The only negative thing for me was about the bed which was too hard, but loved everything else

Would Recommend: Yes

19th August 2019:

the ONLY thing that I've noticed that could be better is the space dedicated to the taking off of the shoes: the room is very narrow and there's no possibility of sitting, except a small stool... maybe with a big bench and coat rack it would be more comfortable.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th August 2019:

Brilliant place to say. Very friendly.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th August 2019:

Everything has been perfect! The house is beautiful, with everything you need and perfectly cleaned. Matt and Rachel are super host: they let you feel at home with kindness and simpathy. I would strongly recommend this accomodation to everyone!

Isle of Mull is quiet and fascinating. I would recommend Isle of Staffa and Iona trip by boat: simply wonderful both of them!

Would Recommend: Yes

16th August 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

14th August 2019:

Absolutely recommended! The hosts are friendly, lovely and interesting people! The house is amazing, nicely featured and located in splendid surroundings! the room was beautiful and clean. I enjoyed every minute here! I cannot recommend it more!

Would Recommend: Yes

10th August 2019:

We had an absolutely wonderful stay. Kudos to owners Matt and Rachel for creating such a beautiful, inviting environment. The rooms are spacious and clean, the bathrooms are lovely and the large guest kitchen is a real bonus for travelers. We enjoyed the new paved path into town. This is a very special place and we would love to return! Although Mull is a bit off the beaten path, I can honestly say this was one of the true highlights of our trip to Scotland. We were 3 generations traveling together and everyone loved it!

I highly recommend taking the ferry to Iona. Also, we visited the Ardalanish weavers (on Mull) which was very interesting. You can see the weavers in action and see the whole process of how they make and dye their wool and create beautiful textiles.

Would Recommend: Yes

7th August 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

7th August 2019:

Great stay. Rachel and her husband are two kind and caring home owners. Our room was very spacious and spotless. Tasty and abundant breakfast. Wifi ok. Eugenio

We made the trip to the island of Staffa starting from Fionnporth with Statta Tour and it was beautiful. The Fingal's Cave is spectacular. In the evening we had dinner at The Kee Row in Fionnporth and I recommend it.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th August 2019:

Matt and Rachael were very welcoming even though we arrived earlier than we expected. Gave us a great tip about where to go for a swim. Had a place to store bikes and a drying room. All in all a great place to stay as we were on bikes.

We ate at Ninth Wave. Very much a treat upmarket fish restaurant. If you drink the house wine it works out as good value for the exceptional quality of the food.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd August 2019:

Loved meeting you....great tips on where to walk and swim at Tor Mor and Erraid...peaceful

To Mor Walk Erraid walk Fingals trip

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd August 2019:

Our stay was perfect. We felt so welcome and full of good vibes as soon as we arrived. The kindness of the hosts, their smile, was a big plus. The room was big and clean, the shower amazing, the breakfast delicious. The location is perfect to explore this part of Mull. Our only regret is that we didn’t stay longer!

island of staffa and iona

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2019:

Very friendly and helpful, clearly love running the place.

Self-cater in the well equipped, spacious kitchen/dining room for guests. Food out nearby is not Scotland’s finest, unless you like chips with everything. We did have a better meal in the Argyll Arms, Bunessan- more than walking distance away. The service there was a absolutely fantastic.

Would Recommend: Yes

27th July 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

27th July 2019:

The Achaban is a warm and clean place, where you feel welcome. We enjoyed having long talks to the wonderful Rachel and Matt and to enjoy breakfast with all guest in the morning. It is a nice place where you can enjoy privacy in the room or have nice talks with other guest in the living room or the kitchen. The landscape is very beautiful!

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd July 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd July 2019:

Sensational hosts - super friendly, very accessible, knowledgeable and helpful. Great brekky. Love the nature based approach and respect for Mull community too. Please keep that going! Would be nice to have double bed in the family room but cannot remember if that was an option I didn't choose. Very minor problem though. Wonderful stay and would love to return!

Treshnish Isles are a must as is a walk around Iona and Fionnphort coast. Battered scallops at Creel Kiosk were also pretty amazing.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st July 2019:

Very welcoming, informative and environment friendly hosts, who are experts on wildlife. Wonderful location, overlooking a loch, with easy access (1 mile) on new footpath to Iona ferry and village. Well equipped large kitchen for your own cooking, if wanted, and a lovely meeting place for guests from all over.

Watch a playful mink family along the brook near the Fidden campsite farm.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th July 2019:

Matt and Margaret were welcoming and helpful hosts. We felt even better than home, chatting with our hosts and other guests, having access to a well equipped kitchen, warming our bones near the fire in the confortable living room. We very much enjoyed the calmness of the house, the songs of the birds and the wind and the rain (they are well equipped to dry quickly wet clothes!). We enjoyed walking in the wild nearby, with the sheeps, highland cows and birds everywhere. Would love to return some day!

Interesting pub just a mile from the house. Nice new path to walk to town. Limited products in Fionnphort grocery, but access to more interesting products in Iona, 10 minutes by ferry.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th July 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

13th July 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

11th July 2019:

We loved to stay at your place. It's a pity that we have been there for only two nights. Our room was very cosy and we enjoyed sitting there at the window with that wonderful view. The breakfsst is delicious.

Unfortunately it's impossible to go out for dinner spontaneously. Therefore Our top for travellers is to reseeve a table the day before.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th July 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

5th July 2019:

+++++++++++++ !!!

Would Recommend: Yes

4th July 2019:

Very welcoming and friendly

Highly recommend the boat trip to Staffa (went with Staffa Trips) allowing time to land and walk to either Fingal's Cave or to see close up on the clifftops an amazing number of puffins which we chose.

Would Recommend: Yes

4th July 2019:

Very Nice house and helpful owners.

Unfortunately poor restaurants facilities! Not to miss: Lunga Staffa ( the Puffins) and Iona and the Argyl hotel

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd July 2019:

Fantastic place to stay and a very warm welcome from Rachel and Matt.

Perfectly located for Fionnphort and boats to Iona and Staffa, and also walking distance to the wonderful Ninth Wave restaurant

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd July 2019:

Lovely B&B with very clean facilities and a lot more amenities than your average accommodation. The family room is excellent for groups or families. The hosts could have not been kinder, nicer or more accommodating.

The pub is not the best if you have kids/teenagers as the wait for a table can be long. The Creel shack by the harbor has lovely food. Iona has more food options than Fionnphort if you don't mind an early dinner to catch the last ferry home.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th June 2019:

Wonderful hospitality. Reading room, breakfast room, and great kitchen make this a must stay place. Very good experience.

Best place to stay if visiting Iona.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th June 2019:

We stayed at the lovely Achaban House while visiting the south of Mull, and found it to be a very beautiful and convenient place. It is close to Fionnphort and Bunessan, and has a beautiful view of Loch Pottie. The rooms are spacious and clean, and there is access to the kitchen and the lounge. Matt and Rachel are wonderful and attentive hosts, and their homemade bread is to die for! We very much enjoyed our stay there and we'll definitely be back!

Would Recommend: Yes

29th June 2019:

Great hosts, very friendly and helpful.

Make sure to visit Staffa and the Treshnish Islands to See beautiful Puffins from Mai to August

Would Recommend: Yes

26th June 2019:

Very Very friendly and welcoming. Excellent location! Freshly baked bread in the morning is a winner

Couple of local restaurants within walking distance, offering pub grub and high end seafood. Local shop + ATM & small cafe near to the passenger ferry that travels to Iona which is without doubt worth a visit! Free car park as well as a linear pay n display near the beach. The water & beaches are pristine, could be mistaken for the Carribean on the sunny days

Would Recommend: Yes

24th June 2019:

Beautiful location, amazingly well stocked kitchen. Very friendly & helpful owners. We will be back.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2019:

What can I say? We changed our whole holiday schedule simply to be able to stay again in this gorgeous house. The rooms are stunning, the kitchen and dining room are perfect and as a group of 9 adults we had plenty of space. Communication is great and the owners are very kind and available.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th June 2019:

Very friendly and welcoming. The offer of a drive in to Fionnphort upon our arrival allowed us to maximise our limited time in seeing the primary objective of our visit to the area (trip to Iona).

Information and ferry tickets (Oban to Mull/Craignure) from travel information office near Bank of Scotland across from bus stops/harbour, Oban.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th June 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

12th June 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

9th June 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

7th June 2019:

Really Nice hotes. The home have everything you Can need.

I do a Staffa tour the next day ans it was wonderful.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th June 2019:

The B&B is a fifteen minute walk/3/4 mile into town along the (quiet) main road. A paved bikeway is almost completed to the town and beyond Achaban, that should make the walk even more pleasant. Rachel and Andy were delightful hosts. The breakfasts aren't hot, but there's plenty of coffee, fresh breads, cheddar, yogurt, bananas, granola and cereals. They put a fire on in the fireplace to cut the spring chill, and other guests played scrabble; the living room space is very comfortable. Parking on site.

There is a fancy restaurant nearby that people book six months in advance and drive two hours each way (at least) to access. Otherwise, it's the pub/restaurant in town, with seatings 6 - 8, and little else. We had to wait 1 1/2 h to get a table, not realizing that if you stop by when the pub opens at 5, they'll take reservations starting at 6! It took us 3 nights to realize this, and few stay that long. Take the boat to Staffa. Take a hike on Iona. Visit Ardalanish Weavers. The best hiking is not here, but in eastern and north Mull.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th June 2019:

We loved our stay at Achaban House. The owners have created a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. They seem to make every guest feel special. It is a beautiful location and we hope to come again.

Perfect for visiting Iona. There is a lovely craft centre in the village, near the large carpark.

Would Recommend: Yes

4th June 2019:

We had a fantastic stay at Achaban House.Rachael and Mat were lovely and extremely helpful recommending good spots to see wildlife. The facilities were exactly what we wanted as we like to cook our own evening meals and the breakfast which was provided was excellent.

We would recommend a trip to nearby Iona

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd June 2019:

This was our second stay at Achaban house for our now it seems annual trip to Iona! We really enjoyed our stay with Matt and Rachel again and felt very welcome. I really like the set up of private rooms and shared kitchen to allow mingling with other travellers for a good yarn but also the ability to nip back up to your room if you want to private space. Achaban house is child friendly, clean, tidy and very well run. It is a 15 minute walk to the Iona ferry which my young daughter aways enjoys, especially if we get to see highland cows along the road. We explored a few new beaches this year and are already planning our return next Spring. Thanks both for another great stay.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd June 2019:

Fantastic hosts and perfect facilities for our young family and for exploring that part of Mull. We loved the breakfast and fresh bread!

We loved the recommended beaches on the west coast of Iona.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th May 2019:

Very friendly and helpful owners. Perfect place to stay.

Great food at Keel Row pub.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th May 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

21st May 2019:

Achaban House had such a welcoming homely feel - what I liked most was the freedom to use the living area and kitchen any time of day. Matt and Rachel provided a lovely breakfast and were great to talk to and offered lots of tips on the local area. Would love to stay again in future!

The Ross of Mull has plenty on offer and I was lucky to have beautiful sunny weather while staying here. From Achaban House it's a 5 minute drive to Fionnphort where you can take a boat out to Staffa or Iona, or spend the day going between the beaches. The Keel Row is great for pub food but if you can only go one place I'd recommend the Creel Shack at the pier. Look forward to being back here again soon!

Would Recommend: Yes

18th May 2019:

Rachel and Matt are great hosts, friendly and informative. This is my second visit and again was absolutely delighted with all aspects. For me this is the perfect combination of b&b accommodation with the option of cooking for yourself and accessing the kitchen and dining room to eat a takeaway or make tea and coffee at any time. Perfect!

Would Recommend: Yes

17th May 2019:

The owners were very friendly and could not have been more helpful. l had a lovely room and was v.comfortable there. However,if l was recommending it to my family and friends, the high carb (especially sugary meusli) and almost no protein breakfast might not suit everyone.

Great location - handy for lona feŕry and boat trips. Nice loch opposite.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th May 2019:

Very friendly hosts who were very helpful. Their running of the B&B encourages guests to interact which helps to make for a friendly holiday.

Evening food on the island is limited so come prepared for self catering. Achaban house has a well appointed kitchen for guests to use. Local shops are limited in what they stock.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th May 2019:

So a nice stay ! We would not leave a so beautiful and warmy place. Next time we will stay a whole week to have much time to see all the landscape, Isle over Mull, Iona and so on. And also to have friendly exchange with others Guests, Mark and his so pleasant wife( so sorry I can't remember your first name ) And why don't we will have dinner (with other guests) together .Each guests cook a country speciality !! I hope we will be back soon.

On Fiohnnport you must have to eat at the Keel Row. The battered Haddock is so... giant and good. The Duchars Caledonian beer too.... Achaban House is the right place to discover the West of Mull (both sides of this part ) and to have discoveries of other isle all around. Nice walking along the shore at Adarnalish and interesting visit of local weaver. You can also buy beautiful things .Scotland quality for an entire life!!

Would Recommend: Yes

9th May 2019:

Fantastic location, Matt and his wife were amazing, accommodating and friendly- nothing was too much trouble and we were welcomed on the first night with a home made loaf of bread - delicious. Highly recommended.

Would Recommend: Yes

1st May 2019:

Knowledgeable and friendly and although I only stopped one night this time, it's always such a good experience. Always willing to chat and share their knowledge, which keeps people coming back.

You'll probably go to Iona - always worth a walk to the golden beach. If you're a birder, then the birding there is excellent

Would Recommend: Yes

30th April 2019:

Great and peaceful place with views over a loch. Friendly and always pleased to help. Highly recommended

Would Recommend: Yes

25th April 2019:

Such a wonderful place to stay. Lovely rooms, comfy and stylish, warm and cosy. Matthew and Rachel and Margaret are friendly, welcoming and have lots of knowledge of the area and wildlife. Great hosts.

Sea swimming!

Would Recommend: Yes

21st April 2019:

Always very friendly, helpful and interesting.

The use of the kitchen facilities in Achaban House is a real bonus. Facilities are second to none; Local walks - the leaflets in the House are an asset. Carsaig Arches - allow over 3 hours each way. Choose a cool-ish day!

Would Recommend: Yes

18th April 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

26th March 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th March 2019:

Warm welcome like meeting old friends. Informative without being intrusive therefor respectful of one's personal space. Fresh homemade bread for breakfast and access to facilities throughout the day so very refreshing. Offered great recommendations and provided great hospitality for out of season visit especially in regards to dining and dutifully booked us into local restaurant.

Single track road not for the faint hearted but if sensible and allow others to overtake you get to enjoy some stunning views in the daylight. Keely Row provided 1st class meals in very friendly pub style settings. Ferry to Iona on Sundays need to be booked in advanced but accommodated me fine. Matt recommended beach off Uisken and my what a stunning landscape this was to behold. On a clear day can see Colonsay.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th November 2018:

This place is a gem out there on the island! The hosts feel basically like your family - warm, welcoming, helpful and prepared with so much information about the region. The house itself is at a great location, 5 minutes away from the port where boats to Staffa and Iona come and go. Rooms are spotless each with a great view, interior is very warm and cozy, kitchen has everything you need. I will deffinetly be coming back!

The nearby islands - Staff and Iona are a must-do. Check them out! Boat tours leave from Fionnphort.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th November 2018:

Everything was perfect ! Breakfast with homemade bread and all you need ! I highly recommend this place !

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd November 2018:

Room had a lovely view across to the water. Comfortable bed and free parking. Matt is a lovely host, happy to help with travel tips.

Get to staffa island if you can, spend time at Iona monastery. The island is scenic everywhere, we spotted otters and seals while driving around.

Would Recommend: Yes

13th October 2018:

Thanks to Matt and Rachel for a great few days on Mull. Hope you find some time off to do the walks we talked about. I will be back on Mull Hamish

Would Recommend: Yes

8th October 2018:

We were friends who spent a fabulous few days at the house. Lovely B&B accommodation with the use of a communal kitchen/dining room and lounge with log burner. There was a beautiful view over the loch from our bedroom window. Matt and Rachel were friendly and welcoming and Matt even had a scope so we could see the golden eagle and sea eagles that were flying around in the hills around. Heaven for a keen birdwatcher like me! Would recommend to all and if we returned to mull would definitely stay again. Thank you so much!

Great location for a delicious meal at the ninth wave (15 mins walk) Close to Iona ferry. Great location also to do day trip to Staffa/ Fingle's Cave.

Would Recommend: Yes

7th October 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

26th September 2018:

Our stay was great! Thanks ☺️

Would Recommend: Yes

25th September 2018:

Our room was lovely. Very spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was continental, but very nice, with delicious homemade bread. The owners were very nice and helpful with directions and driving tips

Would Recommend: Yes

24th September 2018:

What an amazing find! This house is beautifully restored, and so clean. Matthew and his wife were delightful hosts, even transporting us twice in the rain. The bus back across the island picked us up right at the driveway, and the hairy coos across the street were a real bonus! I highly recommend a stay at the Achaban House.

We had a wonderful meal at the local restaurant. I don't recall the name of it, but believe it is the only one. A 10 minute ferry ride to the isle of Iona is a must.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th September 2018:

Fantastic location - in a less touristy corner of Mull. Very convenient for Fionnport ferry to Iona and Staffa. Great staff at Achaban house - very friendly and helpful. Comfortable bed and great value. Would stay again.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd September 2018:

Matt and Rachel, thanks for being such fantastic hosts! Davie and myself had an amazing couple of days on Mull and I think your B&B is up there with the best! Just keep doing what you're doing, absolutely spot on! I will definitely be returning to see more of Mull in the future and I know where I'll be staying too! Achaban House!

The location is handy for Fionnphort and boat trips to Iona, Staffa and the Treshinish Isles. The Keel row in Fionnphort served great food in it's restaurant!

Would Recommend: Yes

21st September 2018:

Thank you so much for providing a wonderful stay and for going out of your way to get us the milk even though we forgot it. Duh. :) Best wishes.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th September 2018:

Friendly, helpful, enthusiastic!

Iona; Staffa; local craft workshops (on Mull); local pub/restaurant (Fionnphort); The Blackbird Bistro (Bunessan) - both serve good food & offer excellent service; The Ferry Shop (Fionnphort) for food supplies, cards, gifts & books. Your hosts will have details & many other suggestions.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th September 2018:

Very comfortable and welcoming Really nice hosts. Good breakfast

Book local restaurants early. Get early ferry to Iona

Would Recommend: Yes

12th September 2018:

Helpful and informative, comfortable stay, access to large kitchen, dining room and lounge areas. onsite parking. Beautiful view from bedroom window across to loch. Helpful website for local attractions

Approximate 11/2+ hour drive, single track road with passing places from Criagnure to accommodation. Good road surface and little traffic (September). Beautiful side of the Isle of Mull to stay on. From accommodation 30 min drive to start of 'scenic route' to Salen - beautiful scenery on 'route'. Limited restaurants, book in advance for table in Fionnphort. Good alternative to eat on Iona late afternoon and get last ferry back (check ferry times). Good kitchen facility with fridge access in Achaban House for self catering. Small local supermarket facilities. Pass mussel farm with honesty box. on drive from Craignure ferry to accommodation. Visiting both Iona and Staffa is possible to complete in a day. However if wanting to spend time walking on Iona and visit the Abbey better to spend the day there. if hiking ensure appropriate outdoor wear/footwear. The land can be very boggy after rain.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th September 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

10th September 2018:

The room was spacious. The bed was very comfortable. The room and bathroom were very clean! Loved the views and the communal living area and kitchen. Hosts were friendly and very informative. Breakfast was continental - they offered fruit, yogurt, and a variety of cereals and breads. Delicious.

There are only two restaurants near the accommodations. Recommend either calling ahead for reservations or going there first before checking in to put your name on a list.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th September 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd September 2018:

Such a beautiful house, simply but tastefully decorated with nice touches of Harris Tweed, and our room was very well appointed with a gorgeous view over Loch Pottie from the huge bay window. We enjoyed the informal breakfast with good coffee and gorgeous home-made bread in the communal kitchen dining space. Matt, Rachel and Margaret were extremely welcoming and very helpful with a lot of knowledge of the local area. There is a large collection of maps and guides and I pored over a large OS map of the local area on one of the huge tables in the living room. We took Matt's advice on directions to Tobermory and saw otters at play at the shore almost exactly where he said we might see them. Awesome. Would definitely recommend and we are very likely to stay at Achaban again.

An easy 15 minute walk to the Fionnphort jetty – watch out for the sheep and highland cows! Highly recommend a trip to Staffa and Iona with Staffa Trips. Ate at The Creel Row both nights. There is a shop but check the opening times – it has the only cash machine so once it's closed you won't have access to an ATM.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd September 2018:

Matt, Rachel and Margaret were great hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. They were friendly, informative and knowledgeable. The accommodation is exceptionally well maintained, clean and works really well in terms of flexibility and it was nice to meet and chat to other residents. We stayed for a week and took the opportunity to cook a breakfast and an evening meal for ourselves and often wandered in to make a coffee. The location is perfect for exploring the whole island and very handy for Iona and Staffa. We really liked that they are creating a wildflower meadow and encouraging wildflowers across the property.

Stay more than a couple of days on Mull and give yourself the opportunity to explore the island, there are gems around every corner!

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2018:

Bring slippers no shoes in the house

Would Recommend: No

28th August 2018:

Friendly hosts, comfortable stay

Iona is a must!

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2018:

Excellent. Really enjoyed our stay again. Very clean and comfortable. Very friendly hosts!

Along with iona and all the local beaches, Kintra was very nice to visit. Ninth Wave restaurant.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th August 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

20th August 2018:

Very comfortable friendly relaxed place run by a lovely young couple. Simply & stylishly decorated with lovely artwork.

Don't miss a trip to Staffa or the beaches nearby on Mull

Would Recommend: Yes

17th August 2018:

Friendly; Matt had lots of local knowledge and time to discuss. Thanks

Would Recommend: Yes

11th August 2018:

Absolutely loved our stay here. A real find!

The opportunity to cook your own food here is great (and it is a lovely kitchen), but maybe do a shop before arriving? Fionnphort has very limited facilities

Would Recommend: Yes

5th August 2018:

Sweet and lovely hosts. Especially Speedy concales dies nearly anything for you, my nickname for rachel. All very clean and it is great to use all the facilities in the kitchen! See sou soon guys

Would Recommend: Yes

4th August 2018:

Très jolie maison, extrêmement bien située, belle chambre et salle de bain, parties communes ( salon, salle à manger, cuisine très bien équipée pour cuisiner à plusieurs) le tout impeccable, meublé avec beaucoup de gout. Matt et Rachel sont très accueillants, disponibles et nous avons suivi leurs conseils à la lettre pour les visites alentours et l'ile de Iona et n'avons pas regretté. Ils nous ont aussi donné d'excellents conseils pour la suite de notre voyage, bref, nous y retournerons avec le plus grand plaisir. A noter également les tarifs très raisonnables et donc le rapport qualité/prix imbattable.

Just ask Mat and Rachel

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2018:

We loved our stay at Achaban House and will plan to stay again when we return to the isle of Mull. Thank you for two terrific nights!

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2018:

A fantastic place to stay - wish our stay had been longer! The guest kitchen is extremely well equipped and provides a great opportunity to chat with other guests and the lovely family who run the guest house.

There are some lovely restaurants on Iona, but not many in the immediate vicinity of the guest house, so I'd recommend that you come prepared to make use of the lovely guest kitchen! Perfect location for a day trip to Iona and lots of beautiful walks and beaches around Fionnphort too. I can't wait to go back!

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2018:

Thank you for your helping hands, when we were in trouble

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2018:

A spotlessly clean and comfortable place to stay. We received a lovely welcome from the owners who also gave us great advice on routes around Mull etc. We would love to have stayed longer and will definately recommend Achaban to others.

Not many restaurants in the area so go out early or book your evening meal as places to eat become full very quickly in peak season. The Blackbird in Bunessan has great food.