Achnacarron Self Catering Boathouse
The house stands in secluded, south-facing grounds with its own loch frontage and is reached by about a mile of meandering private track (some potholes and not suitable for low suspension vehicles) which will bring you to this haven of peace and tranquillity. A hunting lodge stood on this site for several centuries until 1954. The current property is an architect-designed, expertly refurbished and most comfortable house, quite alone in its stunning lochside situation.
It is surrounded by lawned gardens and mature wooded areas and is sheltered by a variety of magnificent trees. There is parking alongside the house, which also has its own private pier, slipway and fishing rights. There is also access to a Canadian canoe, a kayak or a paddle board by arrangement are available for use included in the rental subject to signing the disclaimer. As you would expect in such a location there is an abundance of wildlife here, including deer, pine marten, red squirrels and otters and an even greater variety of birds, including barn owls and osprey.
Downstairs is bright, spacious and open plan, with a modern kitchen, dining and seating areas and wood-burning stove, together with a door to a decked seating area above the water. The master bedroom, with en suite facilities, is also on this level, along with a utility room, a further bathroom and drying room. Upstairs are a further double bedroom and cosy lounge, with a glass wall to provide panoramic views over the water, both of which have coombed ceilings. Furniture and fittings are of the highest quality throughout.
Small, intimate weddings can be arranged down on the shoreline against the beautiful backdrop of the loch and the owner has all the local contacts needed to set this up.
The Accommodation
Downstairs
Large sitting & dining room with wood burning stove, kitchen with fridge, electric hob and oven, dishwasher, microwave, etc.
Double bedroom with en suite shower, WC and basin.
Shower room with Bath, WC and basin.
Utility room with washer-drier and freezer.
Upstairs
Sitting room with TV/DVD
Double bedroom
Sports & Guest information
Canadian Canoe, Kayak and Paddle Board are available for use included in the rental subject to signing this Equipment Use Agreement.
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED.
Luxury bathroom products, bathrobes, out door towels and a fire pit for guests to use
A fantastic KitchenAid Nespresso maker (Packet of pods provided)
The first 250 units (approximately £45) of electricity INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by meter reading at the end of your stay.
Heating is by electric central heating and wood-burner (supply of logs INCLUDED).
WiFi is INCLUDED (subject to a fair usage policy).
Water is from a private source which is UV filtered and regularly tested; however (as is typical in many parts of Scotland) it can become discoloured, particularly after heavy rainfall.
Guests may therefore prefer to bring bottled water to drink.
Sorry, pets are not accepted.
No smoking.
Taynuilt (8m) has small shops including an excellent general store. Tesco deliver to Achnacarron Farm 100 meters from the Boathouse (a mobile number is needed for the driver).