Semi-detached Holiday Cottage on West Coast of Scotland

037b Semi-detached Cottage, Inverness-shire

Sleeps 7

This holiday cottage is set within this private 58,000 acre estate in a wilderness setting, and with the road access being private, you have a wonderful opportunity to find your own space away from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Sitting on a 57,000 acre estate, Corrour provides an unparalleled way to experience the Scottish Highlands, in all its rugged beauty.

Beautifully presented, this semi-detached keeper’s cottage, originally built in 1861, has been carefully restored to provide comfortable accommodation. Accessed by a twelve mile private road, with stunning mountain scenery, just a short drive from Fort William it offers a breathtaking holiday retreat.

Tastefully decorated with cottage charm felt throughout, this property is ideal for small families or fishing groups alike. The modern kitchen diner and large dining room provides ample space to prepare and enjoy evening meals and the cosy, wood panelled sitting room, complete with wood burner, is the perfect area for relaxing after a day on the lochs.

The accommodation spans across both floors providing comfortable and tranquil spaces to retire, with a shower room and Victorian style bathroom.

Additional accommodation for a further eight people is available in the adjoining cottage.

WHAT TO DO IN THE AREA

This is ideal for family groups who wish to have a wilderness experience, or for those who enjoy activity based holidays. Within walking distance of the house there is the estate stables and there is horse-riding available. The estate has 8 “Munro’s” and offers excellent hill walking for all types of walkers. There is also the bonus of being one of the very few able to drive to Corrour railway station, as only residents on this private estate can do this.

At a glance

Sleeps: 7
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms

Books:
Saturday - Saturday

Travel:
33 miles Fort William
87 miles Perth

Price (per week):
£550 to £900

Accommodation Ground floor - Entrance vestibule; wood panelled sitting room, with wood burning stove; twin bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachment, w.c and wash hand basin, which is accessible via corridor door as well; kitchen, with gas cooker, with breakfast table that seats 6 people; shower room, with w.c; dining room, with dining table that seats 8 people; store cupboard with in-built gun cabinet; stairs.

First floor – Stairs; triple room, with 3 single beds; twin room, with two single beds.

1 twin bedroom/s with ensuite bathroom

1 Twin bedroom with shared shower room

1 Triple bedroom with 3 single beds and shared shower room

Features

Area of outstanding beauty

Fantastic hill walking

Fishing

Remote getaway

Sporting activities available

Woodburning Stove

Facilities and Services

Linen; towels; electricity; central heating and an initial supply of logs are included within the rental.

Dishwasher

Fridge/Freezer

Gas Hob & Oven

Highchair

Microwave

Wood burning stove

Please be aware that whilst the 12 mile private road is an excellent surface in normal conditions, that in winter months it is advised that 4WD vehicles are more suitable. The estate make every effort to keep the road open, and will assist where they can, but cannot be held responsible for all vehicular access.

2 dogs only allowed - on request - and charged as extra.

Local activities & area

Pike & trout fishing on hill lochs

Clay pigeon shooting

Guided wildlife walks

Pony trekking

Corrour railway station

Mountain biking

Hill walking (incl 8 Munro's)

Stalking & Grouse shooting

Wildlife photography

Fort William

Area: Scottish Highlands, Type of Location: Private Estate, Nearest shop: 23 miles, Nearest supermarket: 33 miles, Nearest pub: 4 miles.

Transport

Nearest Airport:

Inverness 81 miles
Edinburgh 127 miles

Nearest Train Station:

Corrour 4 miles
Fort William 33 miles

Use of car hire is essential, to be able to discover the true beauty of the surrounding areas. For those flying into Scotland, the closest airport to this property is Inverness 81 miles away and hiring a car or 4WD couldn’t be more convenient if you are choosing to travel by air. There are a variety of well known car rental companies within walking distance of the arrivals terminal at Inverness. If you are driving into Scotland from the south, the major arterial motorway into Scotland, the M74, although busy is generally free flowing. Trains these days can also be an extremely accessible and pleasurable means of transport into Scotland for individuals and groups alike. All the major railway stations have car hire companies located in situ, enabling the transition from carriage to car to be as stress free as possible. The sleeper train can be caught from London to Inverness, but takes approximately twelve hours and car hire can be easily arranged for your arrival, requiring approximately half an hours’ drive for the remainder of your journey. The closest train station to the property is Corrour only four miles away.