Glen Affric View
Near Cannich, Beauly, Scottish Highlands
This beautifully presented, substantial, detached house has a marvellous location in Strathglass, 30 miles south west of Inverness, and looks towards what is arguably the loveliest glen in Scotland, familiar from a zillion calendars, Glen Affric.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 4/8 | Bedrooms: 4 |
| Changeover Day: Sun | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 2 |
The road goes little further than Tomich (hotel), so the setting is a peaceful one and the house stands in 0.75 acre of its own wild garden (BBQ), which has a charming octagonal summerhouse and a patio area (furniture) for alfresco dining or evening drinks. An additional feature, which will appeal to families, is the table tennis table in the garage, where, of course, there is also secure storage.
Inside, the house has been carefully and most comfortably furnished to a very high standard, with four bedrooms ( there is one double and a shower room downstairs, making it very suitable for those of limited mobility). It is heated by oil central heating with wood burners in the sitting room and dining kitchen for added warmth and ambience.
The kitchen is well fitted with all modern appliances, and there is an additional utility room. It is an ideal holiday home for families wishing to holiday together or for parties of friends.
The area is second to none in terms of scenery and wildlife. There are wonderful walks to be enjoyed in the surrounding glens and hills, perhaps to the nearby Plodda Falls, while the quiet roads are also good for cycling. Fishing permits can be obtained for both loch and river fishing locally.
Those interested in the local fauna will find this a perfect paradise - deer, pine martens and red squirrels all may be seen and there are a pair of resident otters who regularly visit the garden. Bird lovers will find themselves in heaven as, in addition to many song birds, buzzards and osprey, a pair of golden eagles have habitually nested in the surrounding hills and in season, the RSPB runs early morning minibus expeditions to see the black grouse in their spectacular lek.
For exploring, a short drive of only 15 miles or so will bring you to Drumnadrochit (shops, hotels) on Loch Ness, where you can take boat trips on the loch. Pony trekking is available at nearby Cougie. To the south, you can continue down to the pretty village of Fort Augustus, where the Caledonian Canal passes through a series of picturesque locks, and Fort William and Ben Nevis, (world-class mountain biking and ski-ing in winter at Aonach Mor) and the start of the Road to the Isles.
Turning north, you can visit Inverness, a city with a tremendous buzz. From there, you can explore the Moray Coast, the Black Isle, or even further north to Sutherland and John o'Groats. The Tomich Hotel is only half a mile (well within walking distance) of the cottage.
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Accommodation
Downstairs
Sitting room with TV/DVD and wood burning stove
Dining kitchen with wood burner, electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge-freezer etc
Utility room with dishwasher, washing machine and tumble drier
Double bedroom
Shower room with WC and wash basin
Garage with table tennis table
Upstairs
Double bedroom
Twin bedroom
Twin bedroom
Bathroom with bath, WC and wash basin
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by oil central heating (first £20 INCLUDED with any additional payable at the end of your stay) and wood-burning stove (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED (subject to a fair usage policy). A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium or 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Price
- 2 Week Discount (£25)
Changeover Day: Sun
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 4 | Sleeps 8 |
| 06 Jan 2019 - 09 Feb 2019 | £595.00 | £695.00 |
| 10 Feb 2019 - 06 Apr 2019 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 07 Apr 2019 - 27 Apr 2019 | £795.00 | £995.00 |
| 28 Apr 2019 - 11 May 2019 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 12 May 2019 - 25 May 2019 | £795.00 | £995.00 |
| 26 May 2019 - 01 Jun 2019 | £1,295.00 | £1,295.00 |
| 02 Jun 2019 - 29 Jun 2019 | £795.00 | £995.00 |
| 30 Jun 2019 - 31 Aug 2019 | £1,295.00 | £1,295.00 |
| 01 Sep 2019 - 21 Sep 2019 | £795.00 | £995.00 |
| 22 Sep 2019 - 12 Oct 2019 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 13 Oct 2019 - 02 Nov 2019 | £795.00 | £995.00 |
| 03 Nov 2019 - 19 Dec 2019 | £595.00 | £695.00 |
| 20 Dec 2019 - 27 Dec 2019 | £1,295.00 | £1,295.00 |
| 28 Dec 2019 - 05 Jan 2020 | £1,295.00 | £1,295.00 |
| 06 Jan 2020 - 05 Jan 2021 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2021 - 05 Jan 2022 | POA | POA |
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