Great Glen View - At Kerrowdown Mill Retreat

Drumnadrochit, By Loch Ness., United Kingdom

Enjoying an elevated, south-facing location, Kerrowdown Mill steading has an enviable location overlooking Loch Ness and the Urquhart Valley. Kerrowdown Mill is an approximately 100-year-old, traditional, stone-built mill that has been tastefully converted into five holiday cottages, each offering very comfortable accommodation with pretty central courtyard garden and gardens with stunning views overlooking the Great Glen Way and Loch Ness. All are eco-friendly and organically aware; most of the properties have en-suite facilities, while each has its own individual character and special features. Steeped in mythical history, Kerrowdown Mill is perfectly placed as a base for exploring the rest of the Scottish Highlands. There is so much to see and do around Loch Ness, with steamer trips on the loch itself or alternatively, visitors can hire a cruiser to navigate the country’s largest lake to discover hidden nooks and crannies. Fort Augustus sits at one end of the loch and boasts a series of locks, which allow boats to ascend the Caledonian Canal. There is also a historic abbey - built on the site of a military fort. On the south side of the loch are the cosy villages of Foyers and Dores. Activities locally include walking, fishing, bird-watching, horse riding, sailing and boat trips. Urquhart Castle, just 5 minutes away, is one of the largest castles in Scotland and gives spectacular views up and down Loch Ness. Inverness (14 miles) is easily accessible for the day, with its wealth of shops, restaurants and pubs. Fort William is set on the stunning Loch Linnhe with the snow-streaked bulk of Ben Nevis rising behind. Guided walks can be taken up Ben Nevis, but for the less energetic an alternative walk can be taken to the top of the glen, which leads through a dramatic gorge with impressive falls and rapids and then opens out into a delightful valley, carpeted with wild flowers and an impressive waterfall at the far end. East of Inverness lies the sheltered coastal strip of the Moray Firth, with its many historical sites and castles. The Moray Firth is only one of three areas in the UK that supports a resident population of dolphins. There are over 100 bottle-nosed dolphins and there is an excellent chance of spotting them from either the shore or a boat._Elec and full NSH incl (Winter supplement from Sept to June £15 pw) Shops ½ mileDVD (small library)Radio/cassette/CDShared utility/laundry room with auto wm and t/dryerM/waveD/washerDouble glazingCot and h/chair on requestSmall book libraryCycle storeLarge shared garden with pond (toddlers beware!) and furnitureStainless steel gas barbecue for hireCleaning and laundry service at cost (eco-friendly products used)Therapy with designer flower courses and workshops by arr with ownerOrganic complimentary welcome trayLarge water coolerBottles of local natural spring water avail at extra costDuvets with linen and towelsNon-smokers only_Beautifully renovated two-storey cottage with magnificent views. One step to entrance with rustic slate floor. Stylish living room with attractive fireplace and elegant furnishings. Unique reclaimed pine fitted kitchen/dining-room with butler sink, rustic slate floor, computerised underfloor heating and door to communal courtyard garden. Separate rustic slate W.C. First floor: Double bedroom with marble feature en-suite bathroom/W.C. with over-bath shower. Twin-bedded room with marble feature en-suite bathroom/W.C. All bedrooms with sloping ceiling._Stainless steel ceramic top cooker Parking (for 2 cars)37in LCD flatscreen TV/DVDAuto wmStainless steel fridge/freezer

Features of Great Glen View - At Kerrowdown Mill Retreat

• Shower
• No pets
• Television
• Open all year
• Joint property
• Washing machine
• Parking available
• Winter short breaks
• Fuel & power included
• Linen & towels included