Macinnisfree Cottage

From its idyllic setting in a small bay 200 yards from the shore, a complete coastal panorama can be enjoyed across the Sound of Sleat from this substantial house: there are magnificent views northwards to Ben Screel, Loch Hourn and Knoydart; eastwards to Loch Nevis, and southwards to Ardnamurchan Point. Beautifully appointed and extremely well equipped (with three en-suite bathrooms), it is approached by a shared driveway, and stands in 3 acres of wild private garden with a small stream and a little glen. As well as the stunning sea views, the principal rooms offer the chance to observe an abundance of wildlife, including herons, curlews, eagles and even the occasional otter.
Lovely evening walks to be savoured around Knock Bay to the local hotel (1 mile). Delicious meals can be enjoyed at five hotels, all within 7 miles: Toravaig Hotel, Ardvasar Hotel, The Isle Ornsay Hotel, Duisdale Hotel and Kinloch Lodge Hotel. The latter is the home of the famous cookery writer Lady Claire Macdonald, who gives morning cookery demonstrations at Kinloch (6 miles) – details available on request. Day-trips can take in the Talisker Distillery, Dunvegan Castle and Portree, whilst (via ferry) touring can be enjoyed to Eigg, Rhum, Lochalsh – and even Fort William on the scenic West Highland line. Boat trips can be taken from Elgol (an hour’s drive) to magical Loch Coruisk in the heart of the Cuillin. Very popular in recent years, the sea safari boat trip from Armadale pier (3 miles), to the Old Forge on Knoydart for lunch or dinner, or the longer trip to look at the dolphins, Minke and hump back whales (regularly seen in July and August). Walks from the most demanding on the Black Cuillin which dominates this island to gentle strolls whilst good walking can be found in the more immediate area around the cottage itself. Kyle of Lochalsh bridge 19 miles. Mallaig ferry 3 miles.

Spacious drawing room with open fire and large bay window overlooking the Sound of Sleat. Elegant dining-room. Large conservatory with floor to ceiling windows. Very well-equipped kitchen. Single bedroom with adjoining shower room/W.C. First floor: Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom/W.C. Two twin-bedded rooms, each with en-suite bathroom/W.C.

• Elec by meter reading
• Full gas CH by meter reading
• Open fire – initial fuel incl, thereafter avail locally
• Ample parking
• Shop 3 miles
• Satellite TV
• Video
• DVD
• Radio/CD (comprehensive record and CD collection)
• Book collection
• Payphone
• Fax
• Elec blankets
• Auto wm
• T/dryer
• M/wave
• D/washer
• Fridge/freezer
• Cot
• Z-bed (for +1)
• Double glazing
• Three-acre garden with small patio and furniture
• Barbecue
• Croquet
• Duvets with linen