Achaban House

14/07/2024

Hannah Rarity is live at Knockvologan Barn, Fionnphort!
Hannah is joined by local stars Hannah Fisher and Sorren Maclean.
Friday 19th of July at 8pm: doors open at 7.30.
Tickets at the door £15, cash.
Please book by emailing [email protected]

29/03/2024

Happy Easter from a sunny Ross of Mull! Spring has definitely arrived.

16/03/2024

Archipelago Folkschool is a marvellous new business in the Ross of Mull offering a wonderful craft experience for canoe and kayak enthusiasts. Well recommended.

Spring is coming finally! We can feel it!

We still have space on some of our courses this summer - come join us to build a beautiful boat and get out on the water.

May 4th - 11th Kayak Building
May 18th - 25th Canoe Building
June 8th - 15th Canoe Building
June 22nd - 29th Canoe Building

For more details or to book - www.archipelagofolkschool.org/

19/02/2024

We are delighted that Zoe Heald of Isle of Mull Yoga is running 4 retreats at Achaban House in 2024, her 5th year of hosting with us. Join the Easter Vitality Yoga Retreat from Friday April 5th – Tuesday April 9th to revitalise body, mind and spirit after the winter months! https://rb.gy/avqtyu This all-inclusive retreat is exceptional value for a maximum of six guests, with prices from £795

12/11/2023

A lovely write-up of Mull-based Hebridean Wild Swimming's weekend retreat at Achaban House. Lots of local highlights of the retreat also get a mention including Chef Anna Mockford, Lazy Cow Cafe, Therapist Sandra Fox, Tour Guide David Alloway, Yoga instructor Zoe Heald, The Keel Row and Ardalanish Weavers. And of course the amazing beaches and scenery!

Sunrise sea swims, furry friends and wild landscapes made for a magical weekend in the Inner Hebrides.

24/09/2023

A late brood of swallows like to perch on the standing stone, waiting to be fed as their parents swoop low and fast over our wild meadows. We have good availability in October for an autumn escape, our 'Small Group Rate'. prices start at £250 per night for up to 6 guests, with £20 each for additional guests. Book online www.achabanhouse.co.uk

08/03/2023

The first Mull and Iona Open Studios will take place on Easter Weekend, Friday 7th April to Monday 10th April!

Take a journey around the outstanding scenery of the Isles of Mull and Iona, while soaking up the local culture, visiting artists and craftspeople in their studios and galleries. For the first time, over 50 artists on Mull and Iona have joined together to invite visitors to have a first-hand experience of the vibrant island culture.

More information ➡️ www.mullandiona.art/open-studios

12/02/2023

There are still spaces on this fantastic yoga retreat based at Achaban House, Sat 18th - Wed 22nd March. Zoe is the most wonderful host, providing an outstanding yoga experience for guests while introducing them to the most inspirational aspects of the Ross of Mull and Iona. Book your space now while there is still time! www.isleofmullyoga.com

16/01/2023

Unusually for Fionnphort, a fall of snow today interspersed with sunshine and lovely winter light over Loch Pottie

15/10/2022

Love these moody autumn sunsets!

06/09/2022

Due to a late cancellation, we have availability from Thursday 15th - Monday 19th September. If you fancy an idyllic escape, we are offering Achaban House for £240 per night for 6 guests plus £20.00 per person for up to 14 guests. This includes our new wood-fired hot tub! Minimum 3-night stay

24/10/2021

October sunrises are dramatic - and perfectly timed for breakfast!

06/10/2021

The first episode of Scotland's Sacred Islands with Ben Fogle captures the magic of Iona and the Treshnish Isles. These islands are easily accessible from Fionnphort. Catch now on BBC iplayer https://bit.ly/islandssacred

Ben Fogle travels across Scotland’s remotest islands to discover their spiritual legacy.

18/08/2021

We are so looking forward to hosting this 3-day art retreat in September with Peace Lily Retreats and artist John Threlfall. Find out more https://bit.ly/artretreatmull

The Mindfulness of Drawing/The Art of Seeing Art Retreat with John Threlfall If you long for a break away from the norm, the freedom to experience the present in beautiful natural surroundings, whilst exploring your creativity among like minded people - then join us on the stunning Scottish Islands....

02/07/2021

This workshop sounds like a wonderful experience!

On the 11th of July residency artist Kari Furre will give a fish skin tanning workshop at the KNOCKvologan Barn. The costs are £55 including lunch and the workshop runs from 11am – 5pm. Read more and book a place → https://buff.ly/3AjqMd5

15/06/2021

Our guest Greg sent in these stunning puffin photos from a trip to Staffa and Lunga with Turus Mara

10/06/2021

A lovely splash of colour - a small copper butterfly on our strawberry patch today- a first for Achaban!

08/06/2021

If you are dreaming about a get-together with some friends and family in an idyllic location, we have just had a cancellation for a weekend in August. Book exclusive-use from August 27th for 3 nights, for a group of up to 14 people, and escape to another world!