Your Journey to Lochdon
High Oatfield Bed & Breakfast is located approximately 6 kilometres (3.7 miles) south of Craignure Pier and 15 kilometres (9.3 miles) from Fishnish Pier.
Important Travel Advice
- Leave Craignure heading south on the A849 towards Fionnphort.
- After 2.6 miles, you will reach the village of Lochdon. Take the first left turn, signposted to Gorten.
- Note: Do not pass the 20 mph sign, which is just beyond the Gorten turning.
- Follow this road for approximately 1 mile around the loch and the crescent of houses.
- Continue through a small wood until you emerge onto a long straight.
- Take the left fork, signposted High Oatfield B&B.
- Follow the gravel track past the first house for about 200 metres; High Oatfield is located at the top of the lane.
- Grid Reference: Ordnance Survey NM 742332
Nature on Your Doorstep
Lochdon is a favourite area for birdwatchers and a renowned wildlife hotspot. While nature is fickle and sightings cannot be guaranteed, our grounds offer a front-row seat to the island’s incredible biodiversity.
The Sea Eagle: The spectacular White-Tailed Sea Eagle can often be seen flying over and fishing in Lochdon. These birds are so vital to the Isle of Mull that local volunteers and police maintain a 24-hour watch over their nests.
Birdlife: From our field, you may spot Hen Harriers ‘quartering’ the grass or Barn Owls, which have taken up residence in our nesting box. Geese, Oystercatchers, and Curlews frequently feed just outside our deer fence.
Red Deer: Stags and hinds regularly feed close to the house, often staring directly through the living room windows.
Garden Residents: Look out for our resident hedgehog in the garden—a local character that unphased by our hens or our border collie, Twig. During the summer, you might even spot a green lizard sunning itself in the undergrowth.
Butterflies & Moths: We have a thriving population near the shore, including the Marsh Fritillary. Keep an eye out for their black furry caterpillars in lacy webs amongst the tussock grass.
Exploring Further Afield
Landmarks & Island Adventures
While High Oatfield is a sanctuary of quiet, it is also the perfect base for discovering the rich heritage and dramatic landscapes of the Inner Hebrides.
Duart Castle
Located just a short drive from Lochdon, Duart Castle is the spectacular ancestral home of Clan Maclean. Perched on a high cliff overlooking the Sound of Mull, it is one of the most iconic sights on the island.
What to see: Explore the 13th-century keep, the banqueting hall, and the Edwardian state rooms. The castle tearoom is renowned for its home-baked scones and local produce.
2026 Opening: The castle, tearoom, and gift shop are open daily from 1st April until 18th October.
Times: 10:30 am – 4:00 pm (extending to 5:00 pm from May to September).
The Isle of Iona
A short ferry crossing from Fionnphort at the south-western tip of Mull takes you to the Isle of Iona. Known as the “cradle of Christianity” in Scotland, this tiny island has a spiritual atmosphere that has drawn pilgrims for over 1,400 years.
Iona Abbey: Visit one of Scotland’s most historic and sacred sites, featuring a magnificent collection of medieval carved stones and the burial place of ancient kings.
Beaches: Beyond the Abbey, explore the island’s white-sand beaches and turquoise waters, perfect for a peaceful walk.
Staffa & Fingal’s Cave
For a truly prehistoric experience, take a boat trip from Fionnphort or Ulva Ferry to the uninhabited Isle of Staffa.
- Fingal’s Cave: Marvel at the giant, hexagonal basalt columns that form this natural sea cathedral—the same formations that inspired Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture.
Puffins: If you visit between late April and early August, you can walk among the famous puffin colony that nests on the island’s grassy slopes.
Tobermory
The iconic capital of the Isle of Mull, Tobermory is famous worldwide for the brightly painted houses lining its sheltered harbour. Originally built as a fishing port in the late 18th century, it is now a vibrant cultural hub filled with independent shops, local eateries, and a rich maritime history.
The Harbour Front: Stroll along the colourful Main Street, home to the Mull Museum and a variety of artisanal galleries and gift shops.
Tobermory Distillery: One of the oldest commercial distilleries in Scotland, established in 1798, offering tours and tastings of its unique unpeated and peated whiskies.
Ready to Discover Mull?
Join us at High Oatfield for an unforgettable stay in one of Scotland’s most beautiful landscapes.
EXCELLENTTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My daughter Lesley and I stayed here for 3 nights. Great location; very close to Inchnure ferry port and easy access for the rest of Mull. Lovely views from the bedroom; highland cattle for company every day and spectacular sightings of white tailed sea eagles and other birds through the binoculars.Delicious homemade breakfast delivered to our bedroom every morning. Our host, Jen, was super friendly and knowledgeable about places to visit on Mull and gave us a really good recommendation about where to best spot otters 🦦- we did end up seeing them! Her 3 gorgeous collie dogs were an added bonus and we enjoyed a nice cuddle with them every morning. Can’t recommend High Oatfield enough- you won’t be disappointed.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic 4 night stay at Jen's place. The rooms are both large and very comfortable with great views. The B&B is in a great location not far from Craignure ferry port. Jen is very friendly and full of good advice on where to eat, where to spot wildlife etc. We saw 3 red deer stags very near her property on our first night. A real treat. Bring wet weather clothes just in case but a fabulous place to stay.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Van heel onze rondrit in Schotland was deze B&B de allerbeste! Wat hebben we genoten van de rust en het prachtige plekje bij het raam waarbij je van een prachtig uitzicht kon genieten. Mike en Jen zijn hele fijne mensen en geven goede tips. Alles is tot in detail verzorgd en de ruime kamers geven je de nodige bewegingsvrijheid. Deze B&B is heel centraal gelegen en heel dicht bij de veerboot. Kortom, wij hebben genoten en komen nog terug!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Würde ich 10 Sterne vergeben können würde ich das tun. Herzlicher geht es kaum. Jen und Mike sind so liebevoll und hilfsbereit, geben einem jede Menge Tipps und stehen einem jederzeit mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Die Umgebung ist atemberaubend und paradiesisch. Das Frühstück wird jeden Morgen vors Zimmer gestellt, die Eier sind von eigenen Hühnern und das Toast selbstgemacht. Das Zimmer ist sehr geräumig, gemütlich und sauber. Besser geht es nicht!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great and very quiet place to stay! We had a spacious room with great views. Breakfast was served in the room. Jen and Mike are lovely people and always open to a chat, what we enjoyed very much. They have an answer to every question and have great recommendations. In our eyes their BnB is the perfect base to explore the island, as it is quite centrally located and very close to the ferry pier.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had an excellent stay at High Oatfield. Communicative and attentive hosts, wonderful scenery, tasty breakfast, and a convenient location a short drive from the ferry at Craignure.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly, extremely helpful hosts, great accommodation in beautiful scenery.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stayed here recently and had a lovely stay. Room was a great size and loved the view out to the highland cows! Delicious breakfast (especially the homemade granola) delivered to the room and great friendly hosts who happily shared advice on what to see and where to eat. Thank you for a great stay!