3 bedroom detached house for sale

A rare opportunity to purchase a beautifully presented three-bedroom detached home, ideally situated in the charming coastal village of Salen on the ever-popular Isle of Mull

Built by one of Scotland’s leading architects, Leslie Grahame Thomson (later Leslie Grahame MacDougall).

The property is entered from the front elevation, with the main entrance leading through a vestibule and into a central hallway. Positioned to the front of the house, a combined kitchen and dining room is flooded with natural daylight thanks to its south-west facing aspect.

The kitchen features a range of stylish blue cabinets, complimented by a contrasting worktop. The design incorporates an integrated oven and hob, also allowing for a freestanding washing machine and dishwasher. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area enjoys pleasant views out to the front and side gardens, with dual aspect windows giving a bright and airy feel. A cupboard adjacent to the dining area houses the central heating boiler and offers an element of storage space. A pantry is also located adjacent to the kitchen.

Accessed from the central hallway, a ground floor bedroom is also positioned to the front of the house. The room has been decorated with a stylish choice of décor, resulting in a welcoming feel. A built-in wardrobe is also positioned to the corner of the room. Also located on the ground floor, a shower room features a cubicle shower and traditional white two-piece bathroom suite. The attached garage has been converted to a music studio to suit the working needs of the owner. This space offers a range of options, from craft room to gym. A cloakroom is located under the staircase.

A winding staircase leads to the upper floor where a central landing gives access to two further bedrooms, the largest of which features a walk-in closet and is large enough to also accommodate a king-size bed and two-seater sofa. Bedroom three features a wardrobe and storage cupboard. Both bedrooms have a glazed door with Juliet balcony, flooding the rooms with natural daylight. An additional storage room is accessed from the landing area, in turn giving access to the attic space.

An upper floor family lounge spans the full width of the cottage, a generously proportioned room, warmed through by an open grate fire. Triple aspect windows, including a third Juliet balcony, offer superb views across the surrounding countryside and neighbourhood, including far-reaching coastal views to the rear. A useful storage cupboard is positioned to the corner of the room. The family bathroom is also accessed from the upper floor landing, featuring a full-sized bath with shower over, and white bathroom suite. Additional seating is poisoned adjacent to the bookcase within the landing area.

Throughout the property are cupboards and wardrobes, offering extensive storage options.

Ulva Cottage sits within a sizable plot area extending to approximately 0.814 acres. There is a patio area behind the house, along with wooded areas, shrubs and paths, as well as large areas of lawn with potential for rewilding, planting, or development.


Ulva Cottage is located within the popular coastal village of Salen. The village boasts a well-stocked grocery shop and post office, petrol station, cafes, hotel, restaurant and primary school. The village and property are conveniently located for all island ferry ports and perfect for exploring the whole island.

Nearby, the colourful harbour town of Tobermory provides an excellent range of dining and shopping opportunities as well as offering primary and secondary schooling, a medical centre, churches, a golf course and a distillery.

The Isle of Mull is the second largest island within the Inner Hebrides. The island is accessed via a regular car ferry service from Oban to Craignure. Services from Lochalineand Kilchoan on the Morvern and Ardnamurchan peninsulas respectively are also available.

There is a small airstrip at Glenforsa suitable for private aircraft and a main line train service operating several times daily between Glasgow and Oban - some connecting directly with the ferries.

Mull boasts an extraordinary and diverse range of scenery, wildlife and leisure activities which brings large number of visitors throughout the year. The island also hosts a number of music and arts festivals plus the annual Tour of Mull car rally. In the sea surrounding Mull there are various trips provided to local puffin and seal colonies and also to Iona, and the island of Staffa where many tourists visit Fingal’s Cave.


Services included mains water, private drainage, oil fired central heating, BT telephone and internet connectivity.


Ulva Cottage sits within a sizable plot area extending to approximately 0.814 acres. The majority of the gardens are laid to lawn, with a footpath winding through to the various areas, defined by the planting of shrubs, trees and bushes.

Ulva Cottage enjoys far-reaching views across the Sound of Mull and is just a short walk from the shoreline. Parking is available to the front of the house.


From Oban, take the Calmac ferry to the Isle of Mull, arriving in Craignure. Upon leaving the ferry, turn right and follow the road for approximately 11 miles to Salen. Just before entering the village, take the right-hand turn and follow the road around to the left.

Ulva Cottage is located on the right-hand side after approximately 250 yards. Parking is available to the front of the property.


Fixtures and Fittings to be included in this sale by express agreement