Situated alone on the remote South side of the picturesque, community owned Isle of Ulva, Cragaig Bothy is available for visitors to the island.
This unique, off-grid property offers basic but cosy accommodation with no electricity, what it does have is the opportunity for living simply and taking in the magnificent views out over the sea to Iona, Staffa and the Treshnish Islands along with peace, quiet and solitude. The island is renowned for its stunning scenery, wildlife, flora and fauna – it is home to the majestic White-tailed Sea Eagle, Golden Eagles, Otters, Seals, Red Deer and much more.
There is no road to the bothy, so access is by foot after a two hour walk from the Ulva Ferry. It can also be reached by sea via kayak or boat. The water in the bothy runs directly from the hillside, it is not suitable for drinking, however there is a gas cooker which can be used for boiling water and cooking. There is a wood burning stove that in addition to heating the bothy, also heats the water for the taps and shower via a back boiler. Logs, kindling and firelighters are all provided.
There are no shops on the island so all supplies must be brought over from Mull and carried in.
Location: Located on the shore – stunning sea views – the walk in is over very rough tracks and requires sturdy footwear.
Garden: No designated garden – BBQ – no parking as not accessible by car
Heating: Log burner – one box of heat logs supplied per day of stay – kindling, firelighters and matches provided – log burner used to heat water
Kitchen: Certified gas cooker – good selection of dinner plates and cutlery – tea towels, washing up liquid, soap and cleaning materials provided – all other provisions need to be brought in
Lounge: Seating for 5 – Limited/no wifi and phone reception dependent on your network
Bedrooms: 1 x bedroom downstairs with 5 singles (bunks)
Bathrooms: 1 x shower room in attached building but with separate access
Additional Information: Private water supply (not suitable for drinking unless it has been boiled) – linen Not provided – towels Not provided – 2 dogs allowed at £25 per stay – remote location, remember to bring insect repellant for possible midges and ticks – transportation of your luggage from the pier on Ulva to Cragaig Bothy is available £60 one way, £100 return (please note – availability not gauranteed)
Please note that under The Scottish Short Term Licence infants are included in occupancy number.
Access to Ulva is via small passenger ferry from Mull.
The ferry operates Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.30pm April to October, and also Sundays in June, July and August. *PLEASE NOTE NO FERRYS RUN ON SATURDAYS* The cost of this ferry is £8 return for adults, and £4 return for children.
Visitors are asked to respect bothy tradition and leave Cragaig as they find it – including leaving the fire set for the next visitors. All items, including rubbish must be taken on departure.
