Invergarry is the perfect place for a Highland holiday. Easily reached from the north (Inverness, 40 miles) or south (Fort William, 25 miles), it also sits on the doorstep of some of Scotland’s wildest and most remote landscapes. The road to Skye branches off the A82 just south of Glen Albyn Lodge, while drivers who enjoy a challenge will love the twisting, 22-mile single-track switchback road to Kinlochhourn, deep in the heart of Knoydart, Scotland’s so-called last wilderness. A welcoming tearoom, open from Easter until October, sits in a converted farm steading at the end of the road.

Those who prefer to venture out on foot will relish the range of walking options available. There are around 50 Munros – mountains of more than 3000ft – within a 30-mile radius, with mighty Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest peak, the undoubted star of the show. Those who prefer a less strenuous walk will enjoy the Allt na Calliche (Gaelic: stream of the old woman) Trail, a gentle, three-mile woodland route that starts at the Ciste Dubh car park about a mile east of Invergarry. A little more challenging is the Loch Lundie circular walk, which starts from Invergarry Village Hall and covers about 6.5 miles.

A number of well-marked cycling trails are within easy reach of the house, including the Great Glen Way, a 75-mile route from Fort William to Inverness that runs right behind the property. Anglers will relish the range of opportunities in the area, from the many hill lochs that are filled with hungry little trout to the River Garry itself, just across the road from Glen Albyn, which is renowned as one of Scotland’s best salmon rivers. Wildlife is abundant, with golden eagles and ospreys to delight birdwatchers, while red squirrels and pine martens have been sighted on the property.

Fort Augustus, eight miles north of the house, lies at the southern end of Loch Ness. Even a sceptic finds it hard to resist the temptation to scan its dark waters for a glimpse of its legendary monster, but if Nessie is keeping her head down it is still a great place to fill up on supplies at local shops or watch the boats ascend the spectacular staircase of five locks that take vessels from the loch to the Caledonian Canal. Watersports enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities to enjoy themselves in the area, with boat trips from Fort Augustus a popular choice.

Fort William is probably the best place for a serious shopping trip, with its range of supermarkets and outdoor stores available. There are also plenty of restaurants and coffee shops in the town. Dining options closer to home include the Invergarry Hotel (0.6 miles), which has gained an impressive reputation in recent times, while the Glengarry Castle Hotel (1.2 miles) is an old-school country house that has been under the same family ownership for many years. Non-residents are welcome at the Glengarry, but booking ahead is essential. There is a footbridge across the River Garry from near Glen Albyn that shortens the walk to the hotel, but it is sometimes locked so best to check first.

The imposing ruins of Invergarry Castle, ancestral home of the chiefs of the Clan MacDonell, sit within the grounds of the hotel. Bonnie Prince Charlie is said to have stayed there after his defeat at the Battle of Culloden. Another historic site well worth visiting is the Bridge of Oich, a magnificent Victorian suspension bridge that crosses the River Oich, two miles north of the cottage.