The Old School

The old school, Salen, Aros, Salen, PA72 6JB, United Kingdom
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The Old School

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Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
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107 reviews
  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Located in Salen in the Isle of Mull region, The Old School provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain and inner courtyard views. Guests can access the apartment via private entrance. The units come with carpeted floor and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units have bed linen and towels. A car rental service is available at the apartment, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 44 km from The Old School.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Property highlights

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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 single bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the <b>central location</b> of The Old School, perfect for exploring Mull. The accommodation was praised for its comfort, <b>cleanliness</b>, and spaciousness. Guests appreciated the well-equipped <b>kitchen</b> and the friendly host. The property offers a homely feel with easy access to local amenities.
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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.0

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
We have two apartments at The Old School in Salen. One on the lower level and one on the upper level. Teacher's Apartment is on the upper level with 20 steps that lead up to the entrance. It has it's own private entrance and private parking. It has a double bedroom and a single bedroom sleeping 3 people in total. The Old School Ground Floor Apartment is all on the lower level with no steps and also has it's own private entrance and private parking. It has a double room and a twin room sleeping 4 in total.
Salen is on the east coast of Mull and lies at the narrowest point on the island, halfway between Craignure and Tobermory. There is mini supermarket, post office, coffee shop, restaurant and a hotel in the village. There is also a bike hire and repair shop. All are within a 2 minute walk from the apartment.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old School
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Building characteristics

  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached

Transport

  • Car hire

Miscellaneous

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Old School takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Old School in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: 230918-000230918, E

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Old School

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Old School (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 3 guests
    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Old School may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Old School has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Old School is 200 yards from the centre of Salen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Old School offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Horse riding
    • Aerobics

  • Check-in at The Old School is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.