Port a' Chaomhain

Bay in Argyllshire

Scotland

Port a' Chaomhain

Beach, Isle of Mull Beach House has been inhabited for at least 300 years. Restored in the early 1990s, it had been a working farmhouse which had fallen into disrepair. Now there is just one main building with a few barns and a forest to the west with a small river. It is about 1 mile up the hill from the single track main road which, going east, leads on to Bunessan, Fionnphort and the Island of Iona at the southwestern tip of the Island of Mull. More pictures of Beach House can be found here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://bit.ly/Beach_Mull" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://bit.ly/Beach_Mull">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Beach, Isle of Mull Credit: Ralph Averbuch

Port a' Chaomhain, also known as Cove Bay, is a picturesque coastal settlement located in Argyllshire, Scotland. Situated on the west coast of the country, this bay offers stunning views of the scenic Scottish Highlands and the nearby islands of Islay and Jura.

The bay is nestled between rugged cliffs and is characterized by a sandy beach that stretches along its shoreline. The beach is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, who enjoy leisurely walks, picnics, and sunbathing on its golden sands. The bay is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it often attracts a variety of bird species, including gulls, oystercatchers, and even the occasional sighting of seals or dolphins.

Port a' Chaomhain is a small, close-knit community with a handful of houses and a local pub. The village exudes a tranquil and peaceful ambiance, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Visitors can immerse themselves in the quaint charm of the village, explore the surrounding countryside, or indulge in outdoor activities like fishing or kayaking in the bay's calm waters.

Overall, Port a' Chaomhain is a hidden gem in Argyllshire, offering visitors a serene coastal experience, breathtaking natural beauty, and a chance to reconnect with nature.

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Port a' Chaomhain Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.343419/-6.1349877 or Grid Reference NM4424. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Beach, Isle of Mull

Beach House has been inhabited for at least 300 years. Restored in the early 1990s, it had been a working farmhouse which had fallen into disrepair. Now there is just one main building with a few barns and a forest to the west with a small river. It is about 1 mile up the hill from the single track main road which, going east, leads on to Bunessan, Fionnphort and the Island of Iona at the southwestern tip of the Island of Mull. More pictures of Beach House can be found here: Link

Ralph Averbuch

The shore of Loch Scridain, Ross of Mull

The single track road, the A849 hugs the shore of this sea loch for much of its length across the Ross of Mull.

JaneMcArtney

Cnoc na coinnich

The rock "step" at the top of the hill is the remains of ancient lava eruptions. Erosion has cleared the rock face showing on a small scale the typical stepped landscape seen on the south of Mull.

Alan Stewart

Aird Fada

Small rocky outcrop on the south bank of Loch Scridain

Alan Stewart

Outcrop above Port Mor

On the south shore of Loch Scridain.

John Allan

Wall by Loch Scridain

Almost hidden in deep bracken.

John Allan

Allt MÃ²r

Deep ravine where a burn has worn away weaker dyke rock. The trees can survive on the crags away from the sheep and deer.

Richard Webb

Cnoc na Coinnich

Crags caused by lava flows during Mull's volcanic era. Each flood of lava has left a step on the landscape, hence the term trap landscape - supposedly from Swedish, but "trap" is also an English word for step.

Richard Webb