Charming, traditional property with wonderful high ceilings and exposed stone walls with cinema projector to watch movies, wood burners for cosy nights in and fully enclosed garden for al fresco dining.
This fine, stone-built period house, sleeping 14 guests and welcoming up to five canine companions, is set in Wanlockhead, Scotland’s highest village. Sympathetically renovated, with great attention to detail, it is bursting with character and charm, with many original features. There are wonderful rural views from the windows and a wealth of scenic walking and cycling trails to explore nearby. This lovely property is perfect for a family or group of friends to spent time together in the unspoiled surroundings of the glorious Lowther Hills.
The light streaming through the beautiful sash windows, which retain their original shutters, is a striking feature throughout the house, which stands high up in the village. A graceful, curving staircase, panelled walls, areas of exposed stone and an inglenook fireplace are among the lovely period details that create an atmosphere of quiet calm in the spacious rooms. This is enhanced by the simple but comfortable interior featuring shades of grey, white and pale wood floors, with touches of contemporary style.
The bright lounge has stylish seating in front of a cosy wood burner where you can watch a favourite film together, with the help of a cinema ceiling projector. There is also a wood burner in the elegant formal dining room. This room houses a fine, extra-long table and traditional chairs, offset by stylish, offbeat lighting. You can try your hand at cooking on a splendid wood-burning range oven in the cosy farmhouse kitchen or opt for the electric alternative. Equipped for all your culinary needs, this welcoming room has a country-style dining area, ideal for post-supper chats. Immediately adjacent is the butler’s pantry, with extras such as a wine cooler, ideal for large gatherings.
Up the winding stairs, on the first floor, are six, light-filled bedrooms, with four additional pull-out beds for children if required. Most have views of hills and trees from their windows, and all are beautifully furnished, with simple, white bed linen, wooden floors and soft lighting. Sloping ceilings add to the charm of inviting bedrooms that are guaranteed to give you a good night’s sleep.
The house is set within fully enclosed gardens, allowing children and dogs to enjoy themselves in safety. There are BBQs for relaxed meals outdoors and seating areas where you can sit with a coffee or perhaps a wee dram while you enjoy the view. To the front of the property is private parking for five cars.