April Cottage - Alness

This quintessential Scottish property  is an easy walk to the atmospheric shores of Loch Morie. It belongs to the stunning 19,000-acre Kildermorie Estate, an area of rugged hills, moorland, lochs and river, providing the perfect Highland getaway for a couple or young family.

The cottage has been lovingly decorated in keeping with its surroundings. It retains gorgeous period features, is snug with pretty furnishings and antiques, and the rooms are airy and light-filled, bringing the wide, sweeping atmosphere of the landscape in.

Step into the cottage to discover the delightful living space, a calm, tranquil area with snug sofas for restful evenings discussing the day’s adventures. There’s even a bespoke, French-made sofa which converts into a set of bunk beds to accommodate young children. The handy country kitchen is where you’ll create family meals to satisfy weary hikers, and you can head through into the pretty dining room to enjoy them, a peaceful space with  light pouring through from windows at the front and back of the house.

Upstairs, the master bedroom has a spacious double bed that can be separated into two twins if needed. The room is simple with romantic details and looks out over the incredible vista of the estate.

Outside the cottage, you can enjoy the grounds of the estate at your leisure, stepping out with your morning coffee or doing a spot of Highland stargazing before you head inside for a restful night's sleep.

• Sleeps 2 + 2 children (under 12 years of age)
• 1 bedroom – made up as zip-and-link king or twin upon request at the time of booking
• Bespoke sofa (in the lounge) converts to children’s bunk beds
• 1 bathroom – shower and bath
• Separate WC
• Electric oven, fridge-freezer, microwave
• No mobile phone signal - WiFi calling available
• Use of laundry facilities in a separate building
• Private spring water supply 
• Parking for 2 vehicles
• 2 dogs allowed - Please note that animals are not allowed in the cottage at any time. Kennels are available and heated when necessary
• Fishing by separate arrangement with own tackle
• Additional activities offered by the estate should be arranged directly and will incur an extra cost
• Nearest shop – 13 miles away in Alness
• Note that the property is accessed via a single track road through forestry; please drive carefully - On reaching the boundary of the estate the speed limit is a strict 15 mph
• Short-term Licence - HI-20127-F
• EPC rating - D

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• Electric vehicle charging on site
• Arrival: 17:00 onwards
• Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
• 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
• There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

There's a huge dollop of countryside to enjoy within this private estate, with fishing, bird watching, and wild walks right on your doorstep. Explore the heather-strewn climbs or take a walk through the woods - you can build your own Highland story in these grounds.

From here, the splendour of the Highlands unfolds over mile upon mile of undulating countryside. Fish for wild brown trout or salmon in the nearby lochs. Or head to the coast where the Cromarty Firth dramatically meets the sea. A 30-mile journey brings you to Cromarty Lighthouse and its surrounding wildlife habitats, and it's just 13 miles to the lovely Highland town of Alness, where you can browse independent shops, nip into the local pub for a pint, or check out the heritage centre for a dose of Highland history and culture.

For even more town life, head to Inverness, a scenic drive of 32 miles across two famous firths. Here, you'll discover art galleries, museums, quaint shops and historical sites that will give you a whole new perspective on Scotland, all within the backdrop of this astonishing natural landscape. You could even set off on a paddling adventure, along the Great Glen Canoe Trail, which snakes for 22 miles along a man-made canal system.