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Grand Victorian Mansion

Alness, The Highlands
Sleeps 11
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 2
5
star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Spa Facilities
Four Poster
Wedding venues
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • An 'A' listed Victorian Mansion that makes for a memorable stay with woodland and river walks from the doorstep
  • This elegant property has stunning period features including a piano in the great hall
  • Enjoy a sauna after a day out exploring or relax in the TV room or enjoy a game of snooker
  • Salmon and Trout fishing over two beats of the Averon River and Estuary can be arranged prior to arrival with the owner.
Property code: CA096

Conveniently located in charming Alness by the A9 and a train station, travelling to nearby attractions is simple. 20 miles away lies Inverness, with great recreational opportunities and lovely shops to visit. In the other direction you will find Dornoch, which is home to a sandy beach if you fancy taking a trip to the seaside. Closer to home, just 4 miles away, Loch Achnacloich is a peaceful place to spend the afternoon walking round the loch or even fishing. Idyllic walks can also be found at your doorstep as the property is surrounded by picturesque woodlands, ideal for picnics or walking the dogs.

This large holiday home is a magnificent, built-in 1890s, surrounded by mature woodland with access to delightful river walks. The house faces northeast and has an open view across fields and Cromarty Firth. The property has retained much of its historical charm, including turrets, parapets and decor that incorporates antique furnishings with the comforts of modern day living. The entrance opens into the great hall, which boasts a grand piano and a large open fire. Moving through to the formal drawing room you'll find a comfortable seating area which is great for socializing. To the other side of the Hall can be found the grand dining room with large gas fuelled log -fire and a large formal dining table to seat everyone. If you want to cook up a banquet without any hassle, the spacious farmhouse style kitchen is well equipped with gas cooker and oven, a microwave, twin fridge/freezers, wine fridge and a dishwasher. There is long breakfast table with seating for eight guests for relaxed dining in front the wood burning stove. Adjacent is a laundry room with washing machine and drier. More entertainment rooms include the TV lounge and a library bar which, in addition to the cocktail bar with fridge has a full-sized snooker table, darts board and a wide variety of books. There is an equipped gym with sauna and shower. There is also a delightfully bright and elegant music room housing a Bechstein grand piano (key on request), electric organ and other musical instruments. The walls of the room carry the portraits and pictures of the past Lairds of the Dalmore Estate. Up the grand staircase you will find a splendid galleried landing leading from it are five bedrooms, all en-suite and all with large windows allowing light to flood in. The first is an impressive master bedroom with a double perspective and a comfortable four-poster bed, an en-suite bathroom with a tiled walk in double bath with shower over and a WC. There is a second beautifully furnished bedroom with double views and with gilt double four-poster bed. It has a large en-suite bathroom with a bath with a shower attachment. The third and fourth bedrooms both have double four-poster beds with en-suite shower and WC facilities. The fifth room, the family room, is a double room with one side housing a four-poster bed and baby cot and the other with seating area which can provide two single beds for children. It has an en-suite family bathroom in the tower including a bath, separate shower and a WC. In addition, larger groups may wish to use an additional private suite of two double bedrooms with shared shower/ WC room. Each bedroom is available at additional cost of £250 per week per room.

Private lawns surround this property and front of the dining room there is a sun terrace with outdoor furniture and tables and adjacent stands a covered pergola with gas fired BBQ and seating for 6. The garden features a children's play area with play equipment including a zip wire to keep them entertained. There is also garden chess, table tennis, badminton and croquet from May onwards. There is access to the surrounding woods with private steps down to the river offering delightful riverside walks to the town, the sea or the nearby distillery. Adjacent to the steps is a viewpoint with seating offering a wonderful river view. Plenty of parking is available outside the property. Salmon and Trout fishing over two beats of the Averon River and Estuary can be arranged prior to arrival with the owner.

  • Sleeps 10 + 2
  • 5 bedrooms - 4 doubles each with a four-poster bed, 1 family room with twin beds and a doublel four-poster bed
  • There are an additional two double bedrooms available at an additional cost of £250 per week per room
  • 5 bathrooms - 5 en-suite bathroom, 1 shower over bath and WC, 1 bath with shower attachment and WC, 2 shower rooms with WC, 1 bath, separate shower and WC
  • Sauna with shower and WC
  • Library with pool table and bar
  • Gas cooker and oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • Utility room with additional fridge/freezer
  • TV, DVD player and Bluetooth speakers
  • Wi-Fi 
  • Open fire - initial supply of logs included, additional logs can be arranged direct with the owner at an additional cost
  • Private garden with BBQ
  • Ample parking
  • Children’s play equipment
  • 1 travel cot and 1 high chair available, a further cot and/or highchair can be made available at a small additional charge payable direct to the owner
  • Bicycles can be hired for a small fee, payable direct to the owner
  • Concert piano available upon request for trained pianists
  • Football and table tennis available, equipment is upon request direct with the owner
  • There are two private apartments in the house which are not open to guests
  • Shops/hotels/pub 1 mile
  • Fishing available close by the grounds of the property - two rods available on request
  • Short term licence - HI-20159-F
  • EPC rating - F
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £500 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £55. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Fiona MacDonald

This property joined our collection in 2019 and is managed by Fiona.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Meghan, 21st December 2024

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Reviewed by Jeremy, 13th October 2024

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We were a group of 10 adults to celebrate my 40th birthday. The house is large and ideal for a group of that size, with comfortable rooms for everybody, and a well-equipped kitchen. The house is very well maintained. We enjoyed the beautiful garden with a lovely terrace, perfect for an aperitif on a sunny afternoon, even in October We had a great tRead moreime in this great house! Hide

Reviewed by Anthony, 3rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Robert, 29th June 2024

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This place is amazing. Contact with the owner and his representative on site (Glen) was very helpful when holidaycottages eventually gave me the details. We were all completely blown away with this place, location,layout,standard of accommodation. To understand the context fully, you really have to make a reservation and stay there. If it is at allRead more possible, we will be returning in the near future. Hide

Reviewed by Linda, 17th February 2024

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This is my second time here and we'll definitely be planning a third. We love it. Both luxurious and comfortable, friendly, helpful, unobtrusive staff available to answer questions or solve issues. Every room has its own character and each family member found their spot. The kids loved it even in February with space to run and zipwire and trampolinRead moree. Kitchen spacious warm and well equipped. Gorgeous bedrooms! Hide

Reviewed by Inga, 10th February 2024

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It's really a spectacular house and perfect for a larger group of family and/or friends. We had a wonderful time there with 7 adults, 7 children and two dogs.

Reviewed by Iain, 15th December 2023

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Dalmore House is epic. Perfect location for the 13 of us to celebrate my wife's 70th birthday. In its own substantial grounds with easy access to lots of walks. Close to Alness town (walkable) with farm shop, supermarkets, takeaways and pubs all nearby. Thanks to the owner for putting us on to Willie the piper!!

Reviewed by Carol, 28th October 2023

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Beautiful house, very luxurious. Living kitchen was great for family meals , and the games room was fun once the little people were in bed. Lots to see and do in surrounding areas. Highly recommended

Reviewed by Anne, 14th October 2023

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Reviewed by Bernadette, 23rd September 2023

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Fabulous mansion absolutely loved our stay and highly recommend. Very welcoming owner who responded to couple of queries promptly. Wonderful place. Grounds and private woodland simply the best for the dog too. Beautiful river and less than 10 mins walk into town.

Reviewed by Flemming, 16th September 2023

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A fantastic and impressive holiday home. Our 4th stay - and more to come

Reviewed by Sumit, 29th July 2023

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Wonderful! Wonderful! Wonderful!

Reviewed by Helen, 1st July 2023

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Beautiful house, very special place. Wonderful gardens to sit and relax and take in the views or to wonder in. Close to amenities. Just off the A9 so within easy reach of this part of the Highlands. Very helpful owners.

Reviewed by Timothy, 24th June 2023

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One word WOW absolutely beautiful house & surroundings 8 adults 2 dogs . Loved every second didn't want to leave. So many beautiful walks a must is a loch ness cruise. Rosemarkie beach was fantastic we swam in the lovely sea. Everything close by for food. The storehouse is yummy. We played ping pong & croquet & every evening we played uno in the grRead moreand sitting room. A absolute gem of a place. Thankyou. Hide

Reviewed by Lynne, 17th June 2023

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A truly wonderful country house experience in every way. The dining room and great hall were stunning as were all of the other rooms including the ensuite bedrooms, with very comfortable beds and linen . As a large group, we enjoy preparing evening meals and the kitchen was well equipped with plenty of utensils/lovely crockery and cutlery. The gardRead moreens are lovely (great outdoor furniture including sun loungers and cushions) perfect for hot, sunny afternoons relaxing outdoors. Hide

Reviewed by Sophie, 1st April 2023

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The house was perfect for us. We are a large family group of 11. Grandparents, parents and children aged 9-14. We loved the space inside the house, so much room but still really warm and cosy. We enjoyed playing pool and darts and loved being outside in the beautiful gardens. The walk by the river to the sea is great - all the kids loved the zip wiRead morere. Great local area, brilliant mountain bike trails at Learnie Red Rock Trails and the beaches at Findhorn and Rosemarkie are beautiful. Hide

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