Laxford House

Enjoy a stay in the remote Scottish Highlands, where limited mobile reception and limited Wi-Fi connection ensure a true escape to nature. Admire the calming waterside views of Loch Laxford, which is accessible just 1 mile from the property, and the bustling River Laxford that flows along the bottom of the garden. The property comfortably hosts ten guests and two dogs, making it the perfect spot for a family reunion or a walking holiday for a large group of friends.

This spacious home offers an abundance of bright and airy rooms, with large windows allowing light to flood the property. Clean cream walls and neutral carpets create a minimalist space to relax and traditional antique furnishings enhance the countryside feel of the property.

Both conventional and contemporary elements are combined in the kitchen, where you’ll find a modern double oven, hob and dishwasher. Sit at the breakfast bar for a morning coffee or spot of brunch, or knock up dinner for ten and enjoy a celebratory meal in the spacious dining room. Adults and children are welcome to relax independently, as two sitting rooms both offer cosy sofas and woodburners. Convene in one sitting room as a family and enjoy a DVD or make use of the Sky TV, or take evening drinks into the sun lounge and admire the far-reaching loch views. Find two of six bedrooms on this ground floor: a double bedroom and a spacious twin.

A further four bedrooms can be found upstairs on the first floor, and all benefit from extremely comfy beds and soft, fresh linen. One master double bedroom offers a sofa for relaxation whilst your better half is getting ready for the day, and there is also a twin bedroom and two single bedrooms for the rest of the party. These first-floor bedrooms benefit from remarkable views of the surrounding Scottish landscape; a daily treat to wake up to.

To the rear of the property, you’ll find a charming garden, enclosed by fences and completely private, perfect for entertaining on balmy summer evenings. The garden boasts stunning views of Loch Laxford in the distance, and the River Laxford flows right along the bottom of the garden, making a wonderful spot for older children to play. The property boasts a handy garage which is available by prior arrangement and is ideal to securely store bikes and fishing equipment.

• 6 bedrooms - 1 King-size zip and link and nursery with cot, 1 king-size zip and link and separate room with sofa bed, 1 double, 2 twin zip and link and 1 single room
• 3 bathrooms - 1 with bath and WC, 1 with shower over bath and WC, 1 with bath, shower cubicle and separate WC. 
• Double oven and hob, fridge/freezer, chest freezer, dishwasher, microwave, wine chiller and wine rack
• Washing machine, fridge and chest freezer
• Tumble dryer in the shed
• Cot/highchair available
• Additional sofa bed in dressing room accessed from double bedroom
• Woodburner in both lounges
• Freeview TV, DVD, iPod dock
• Limited Wi-Fi available
• Private enclosed garden
• Sunroom
• Dog Kennels available
• Garage available
• Local loch fishing included for four rods on mapped hill lochs
• Boat fishing on Loch Mhor and Loch Stack can be arranged at an additional cost from the Estate office
• Shops, pubs, galleries and restaurants in neighbouring villages
• EPC Rating - F
• 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 £500 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £55. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Included within the price of the property is fishing on four mapped hill lochs, where brown trout can be found in abundance. Wander up to Loch Laxford (1 mile) where you can take a refreshing dip in the cold waters, enjoy a spot of kayaking or look out for unique wildlife like otters, seals and puffins. The local area is peppered with mountain peaks to be hiked or explored by bike, including Arkle and Ben Stack, accessible within 5 miles of the property. Those wanting to explore the local area with a little bit of expert guidance can head 4 miles to the Ridgway Adventure centre, for sea kayaking and adventures on foot.

The remote Highlands location of this property means restaurants and bars are few and far between, but 6.5 miles away in the small village of Scourie you'll find a luxury hotel with quality food and a bar. Be sure to sample quality seafood gleaned from Scourie Bay. Take a stroll on the sandy beach after dinner, enjoying the wildlife and sea birds from the nearby island of Handa. To visit Handa, head to Tarbet (6.5 miles) and jump on a short ferry. The island is famous for its puffin population, but you're also likely to spot red deer, otters, seals and even the occasional whale.