The Larches

Kingussie 1.9 miles. Perched in the small village of Lynchat near Kingussie, Highland, is this stunning detached Victorian villa, The Larches. Enjoying a superb location in the Cairngorms National Park, with walking paths and outdoor pursuits available right from your front door and views out towards the Cairngorm Mountain ranges, The Larches is a fantastic pet-friendly choice for a group or family of ten. The property benefits from off-road parking for four, and a large wrap around garden with lawn, patio and furniture, perfect for alfresco dining with a view! Step inside to discover a fully-equipped kitchen where you can conjure up your best dishes, ready to savour at the breakfast table or in the dining room at the table for ten as you recount the day's adventures. After dinner, enjoy evening drinks in the conservatory which benefits from the warmth of the double-sided stove, or head through to the sitting room, complete with plush seating, a woodburning stove, and a TV, ideal for relaxing evenings with loved ones after an adventure-filled day. Completing the ground-floor is a well-appointed shower room where you can freshen up after exploring your exceptional surroundings, along with a spacious king-size bedroom, well-suited to those with limited mobility. Upstairs, four more beautifully presented bedrooms await, along with a sleek bathroom for indulgent soaks with your favourite book. Your local amenities can be found in nearby Kingussie, where you can treat your loved ones to a delicious meal at The Cross and Café Bistro, ordering fresh fish and chips from the takeaway, stocking up on essentials at the convenience store, embark on a pony trek with Highland Horse Fun, test out your swing at the excellent Kingussie Golf Club, or head to the outskirts where you can explore the RSPB Insh Marshes and sample local ales at the Speyside Distillery. Next stop is Newtonmore, where you can wander the Clan Macpherson and Highland Folk Museum, hike with the Cairngorm Alpacas, spend an afternoon at the Wildcat Centre, and sample the delights of Newtonmore Grill. Continue onto Aviemore, where you can dine at the Scottish Steakhouse, The Balavoulin, and Cheese and Tomatin, spot the local wildlife at Craigellachie National Nature Reserve, get your skates on at the Aviemore Ice Rink, or embark on a Highland Wildlife and Birdwatch Safari. All this and more awaits at The Larches. EPC Rating: Band E

A superb five-bedroom detached house resting in Lynchat, Highland. Woodburning stoves. Off-road parking. In a National Park. Pet-friendly. Aviemore 12 miles.

Five bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 1 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x double, 1 x child's bunk. Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Dining room. Sitting room with woodburning stove. Conservatory with double-sided woodburning stove

Oil central heating. Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher. TV, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 4 cars. Large garden with lawn, patio and furniture. One well-behaved pet welcome with an additional charge of £30. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1.8 miles, pub 2 miles. Please note: minimum night stay of 3 nights. Please note: property only accepts a Friday changeover. Please note: only seven night bookings are accepted between July and September, Christmas, New Years and all half-term holidays.
Please note: short breaks only accepted between October to November and January to March.