Rose Cottage

This charming 123m² detached property, finished in white-wash render with a traditional slate roof, blends classic Highland character with a practical, light-filled layout. The ground floor comprises an entrance vestibule, lounge with a log burner, dining room, kitchen, and utility room with external access, alongside a single bedroom and a shower room with a spacious walk-in shower. Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms—including one king-size—plus a single bedroom and a communal family bathroom. Both double bedrooms feature basins in-room and dormer windows that fill the space with natural light. The elevated, enclosed back garden enjoys stunning views over the surrounding landscape, while the walled front garden is low-maintenance. The property also includes Wi-Fi, a detached secure storage building, and a driveway to the side with space for two cars. The self-catering business offers a beautiful modern aesthetic. Décor and furnishings are clean, functional, and create a comfortable, homely environment. Family-friendly amenities include a highchair, cot, fire guards, and an enclosed garden. Wi-Fi is also provided. Entrance vestibule From the front door, an entrance vestibule leads into a central hall, providing access to all rooms and the staircase to the first floor. Hardwood flooring flows through to the lounge and dining room, while windows throughout flood the home with natural light. Lounge (4.45m x 3.44m) The lounge features a hardwood floor and a wood-burning stove set within a fireplace framed by an oak mantle, creating a striking focal point. Comfortable and modern in style, the room is further enhanced by a casement window with radiator beneath, offering stunning views of the sea. Dining Room (4.45m x 3.64m) The dining room is a large, bright space with a table for six and a fireplace with a wooden surround. The room offers stunning views of the sea and provides direct access to the kitchen. Kitchen (3.15m x 2.88m) and Utility (2.88m x 1.48m) The kitchen features modern, clean cream units with a breakfast bar and overhead cabinets with feature lighting, all set against a slate floor. It includes a range cooker with LPG gas, a Belfast sink, and all expected appliances. A door leads to the utility area, which houses a full-height fridge freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, sink, and additional cupboards, with an external door providing access outside. Ground floor bedroom (3.03m x 1.87m) The single bedroom is carpeted and features a single bed with open, portable storage, complemented by a window that fills the room with natural light. Shower room The bathroom features a large shower, toilet, and wash hand basin, with a tiled floor and a heated towel rail for added comfort. First Floor The landing provides access to all upstairs rooms and includes soft seating, while a Velux window floods the space with natural light. Bedroom 1 (4.36m x 3.39m) King room with dormer window, free-standing wardrobe and chest of drawers, carpeted with fresh décor, and a modern basin. Bedroom 2 (4.36 x 3.32m) Double room with dormer window, free-standing wardrobe and chest of drawers, carpeted with fresh décor, and a modern basin. Bedroom 3 (2.78m x 2.18m) Single room with storage and free-standing furniture. Family bathroom The bathroom features a bath, WC, and wash hand basin, with mosaic-tiled walls and a Velux window that fills the space with natural light.

Rose Cottage occupies a stunning elevated position overlooking some of the most dramatic scenery on Scotland’s West Coast. Located in the welcoming village of Aultbea on the west shore of Loch Ewe, the area offers a shop, doctors’ surgery, and garage. The surrounding Northwest Highlands are rich in wildlife, with otters, seals, red deer, and abundant birdlife frequently seen. The property is close to the Aultbea Hotel and just three miles from Laide Wood, offering year-round forest walks, while the Ocean View Hotel in Laide provides dining and a bar open to non-residents. Coastal attractions include the turquoise waters and sheltered beach at Mellon Udrigle (6 miles) and the three pink sand beaches of Gruinard Bay (7 miles). Canoeing and kayaking adventures can be arranged locally, and nearby Inverewe Gardens in Poolewe feature rare plant species and occasional golden eagle sightings. Gairloch (12 miles) offers activities from electric bike hire and pony trekking to paddle boarding, canyoning, and glass-bottomed boat cruises, alongside a 9-hole golf course and a unique museum in a converted nuclear bunker. Excellent schooling is nearby, and transport links include Achnasheen railway station, Ullapool ferry services, Inverness airport, and local bus routes.