Letterfearn Cottage has a truly fabulous position right on the shore of Loch Duich with direct access to it, looking across to that most iconic of Scottish landmarks, Eilean Donan Castle. It is also a haven for wildlife with pine martens, red deer and otters to keep an eye out for.

For scenic beauty, peace and tranquillity, its setting could hardly be bettered. It is one of a small enclave of houses on an unclassified road leading to Totaig. This continues on an old drovers' road which passes a Broch and through a forest to Glenelg, perfect for forest walks and cycling. At the same time, it is just a few miles from the high road to Skye at Shiel Bridge.

From the outside, the cottage itself is a bit of a Cinderella. From the front you could be forgiven for thinking it is a typical whitewashed wee Highland But 'n' Ben. This simple exterior, however, conceals a wonderful extension at the back with patio doors just a few yards from the lochside, so that the views can be enjoyed in all weathers.

Inside, the cottage is comfortable and full of character and with two attractive sitting rooms guests will be spoilt for choice as to where to relax. The main sitting room is split level with the dining area and has plenty of comfortable seating, patio doors out to the garden and a wood-burning stove to keep it cosy. The second smaller sitting room has an electric stove and makes a great space for guests to spread out.

As well as the spacious dining area for more formal meals, the very well-appointed kitchen has stools at the breakfast bar for impromptu snacks. There is a separate utility room that houses some of the appliances, leaving plenty of room in the kitchen for food storage and preparation.

All on one level, there are two bedrooms, a double (with king-size bed) and a twin, both of which are most elegantly furnished, with neat blinds at the windows. The bathroom has a bath and separate shower, though there is a hand shower in the bath as well.

The cottage is also well-insulated and fully double-glazed. It is hard to think of anything more you could wish for and harder still to think of any party to whom such a superb holiday home would not appeal.

Outside the pretty grassed garden leads down to the loch shore where from which there is a breathtaking view of the Five Sisters of Kintail beyond the head of the loch. It is fascinating to watch the otters playing in the bay and give the pine martens one of their favourite treats of peanut butter. A little stream also runs through the garden - quite idyllic then, but care may be required with young children.

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