Hills and lochs - that's what Scotland means to a great many people and at Merrylee Cottage you are surrounded by both.

The cottage stands detached on the shores of Loch Fyne, just south of Inveraray in the west of the country with the hills of Argyll just across the road. The garden sweeps down to the lochside and the views from the windows are quite stunning. The ever-changing play of light on the water, not to mention the abundant wildlife, provide a constant source of interest.

This whitewashed, traditional Victorian cottage is at the end of the little hamlet of Minard on the road between Inveraray and Lochgilphead.

It has been beautifully renovated, furnished and equipped to a high standard by its owners, with a great sense of style. There is a cosy sitting room with an open fire to toast yourself by and there is also an additional den/sitting room with a bed settee. Having these two separate rooms is ideal if some of the party want to watch television while others want to chat or read quietly.

The kitchen is very well designed and attractive with the benefit of a separate utility room meaning that cooking and clearing up can be done in one area and clothes washing and drying can be banished elsewhere. There is a folding table in the kitchen that is useful for snatching quick breakfasts and there is a separate elegant dining room for more formal meals. Also on this level is the family bathroom that is the last word in luxury, with its large walk-in shower, separate bath, wooden floor and feature tiling.

There is a handy WC on the mezzanine landing and upstairs there are two bedrooms, a double (with king-size bed) and a twin. Both of the bedrooms are cosy, comfortable and beautifully decorated in delicate, restful tones with lovely views over the loch.

Outside there is off road parking for one car beside the cottage and further parking past the Hall just up the road. Secure storage is also available in a lockable shed.

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