Baronial Mansion

Alness, Ross-Shire

Located in Alness, Ross-Shire, Scotland, this holiday home sleeps 10 people across 5 bedrooms and features a hot tub. Built in the 1890s, this Baronial mansion house is surrounded by mature woodland and offers access to a delightful river walk. The property faces northeast with views across fields, while the drawing-room, dining room, and main bedrooms offer views towards the Cromarty Firth. Divided into three sections, the main section is available for self-catering rental for 10 adults.

Retaining much of its historical charm, the property includes turrets, parapets, and antique furnishings alongside modern comforts. The entrance leads to a grand hall with a piano and open fire, followed by a formal drawing room, a dining room with a gas-fueled log-fire, a TV lounge, a library bar with a snooker table, a gym with sauna, and more. The well-equipped kitchen has a gas cooker, twin fridge/freezers, and a dishwasher, with a breakfast table seating eight guests. Upstairs, five bedrooms feature large windows, with the master bedroom boasting a four-poster bed, en-suite bathroom, and dressing room.

Outside, the property offers private lawns, a sun terrace, a covered pergola with a gas-fired BBQ, and a children's play area. Guests can enjoy badminton, croquet, and access to surrounding woods with private steps down to the river. The property is set within 9 acres of grounds, with parking for 6 cars. Located 20 miles from Inverness, Alness offers supermarkets, shops, and pubs, with dolphin watching being a popular activity in the area. Ross-Shire is known for its mild, dry climate, making it an attractive destination for visitors looking to explore the Scottish countryside.

• Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
• Internet