Whitetail Yurt - A Mongolian Yurt on Ulva

Whitetail Yurt is situated on the Island of Ulva - which is accessed via a small foot passenger ferry fom Mull - on a secluded plot next to Ardalum House, in an exceptionally peaceful location alongside Ulva Sound, with views of Ben Mor, the highest mountain on Mull. Ulva is rich with lush woodlands, and there are extensive moorlands to the west, with otters, red deer, seals and eagles. The geology and archeology are renowned, with walks to basalt cliffs and the Livingstone caves. The space Whitetail Yurt is a traditional Mongolian Yurt dwelling with large double-glazed windows and doors, an adjustable skylight and wood burning stove-oven, making a cozy retreat with stunning views and equally extraordinary wildlife all around. Guests have use of Ardalum House downstairs shower/w.c. room, and shared use of the house kitchen for food storage and cooking. Guest access Access to Ulva is from Ulva ferry on Mull - before booking please do check the Ulva ferry timetable, as it runs from April to October on demand from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and only on a Sunday during June to August (There is no ferry on a Saturday). There is ample free parking for cars and camper vans at Ulva Ferry, and please park in the car park nearest the Ulva Pier. Guests arrive via a small passenger ferry (£6 pp return), a crossing of just a few minutes, taking you to the Boathouse seafood cafe on the Ulva shore. From there it is a 20-25 minute walk on rough, sometimes muddy, tracks to Ardalum House, following the signs for the church. Other things to note The house has additional facilities that you can purchase if you ao wish, these operate on timers that take pound coins: Sauna, washing machine, Clothes dryer Wood, kindling and firelighters can be provided @ £12.50 per basket. There are no cars on the island, but bicycles can be brought across on the ferry. Ferry crossing @ £6 pp return Ferry bicycle fee @ 50p return. Porterage of bags from the ferry to Puffin Yurt by quad bike & trailer can be arranged with us for a small fee of £15 for single trip and £20 for there and back at the end of your stay.