Ardblair, Kiltarlity, Beauly, Highland, IV4

Ardblair lies between Kiltarlity and Drumnadrochit in Inverness-shire. The property is in a beautiful position with spectacular views over a stunning, unspoilt landscape of woodland pasture and heather moorland. Although within easy reach of Inverness and the Great Glen, Ardblair is in a peaceful setting and in an area that offers the best in rural sport and recreation, from regular sightings of native wildlife such as pine marten, red squirrels and red kite; to walking, cycling and riding in Boblainy Forest behind the house; and fishing for salmon and trout on the local rivers and lochs. Kiltarlity is about 3 miles away and has a village shop, Post Office and highly regarded primary school, while nearby Beauly is a prosperous centre with a good range of independent shops, cafes, a doctors’ surgery and a railway station. Inverness, about half-an-hour’s drive away, has all the facilities of a modern city including its airport with regular flights to the south and Europe.

Originally a modest farmhouse, Ardblair has been extended and upgraded to create a striking contemporary house. The semi open plan ground floor has spacious and light filled accommodation that flows from the impressive and beautifully proportioned sitting room and library, through to more intimate reception rooms, the dining kitchen with a double cooker and bedroom with adjacent bathroom. The first floor bedrooms, including a beautiful bedroom suite, are reached via two separate staircases, while the upper floor of the tower houses a studio sitting room which opens to the extensive roof terrace. External stairs from the roof terrace give the option to create self-contained accommodation. Ardblair is currently a successful seasonal holiday let, managed through the owners’ website house achieves high occupancy levels with an annual turnover of approximately £30,000, though the potential exists to grow the business by making more weeks available across the year. Further information is available on request however it is our clients intention to cease trading the holiday let as of end of October with an entry date following the start of November.

EPC Rating = E