Three's a charm: look for a nook in the north-east

We go up in the world to bring you the low-down on a trio of high-end modern homes that make the most of their Inverness-shire and Moray plots

By Sarah Devine

Published 5th Aug 2023, 09:00 BST

Here are some of the most impressive homes in the north currently on the market.

What is it? A contemporary detached family home, plus 19th-Century cottage and equestrian facilities, all overlooking the village of Drumnadrochit and Loch Ness.

1. East Balchraggan House and Cottage, Drumnadrochit Offers over £1.060m

What is it? A contemporary detached family home, plus 19th-Century cottage and equestrian facilities, all overlooking the village of Drumnadrochit and Loch Ness. Photo: Elliot Roberts Shooting

Where is it? A half-hour drive south of Inverness and close to two nature reserves at Strathfarrar and Glen Affric. Drumnadrochit is two miles away and offers plenty of good-quality local amenities and highly regarded schools.

2. East Balchraggan House and Cottage, Drumnadrochit Offers over £1.060m

Where is it? A half-hour drive south of Inverness and close to two nature reserves at Strathfarrar and Glen Affric. Drumnadrochit is two miles away and offers plenty of good-quality local amenities and highly regarded schools. Photo: Elliot Roberts Shooting

Interior: The house has five bedrooms and a large sitting room, open-plan kitchen-dining space, an office, and a large first-floor mezzanine with spectacular views. The cottage has three bedrooms, features a formal lounge and cosy family snug, and would make an ideal holiday let.

3. East Balchraggan House and Cottage, Drumnadrochit Offers over £1.060m

Interior: The house has five bedrooms and a large sitting room, open-plan kitchen-dining space, an office, and a large first-floor mezzanine with spectacular views. The cottage has three bedrooms, features a formal lounge and cosy family snug, and would make an ideal holiday let. Photo: Elliot Roberts Shooting

Exterior: The properties are set within 13.5 acres of land with grass and mature trees. The grounds also contain a summer house, stables and a paddock.

4. East Balchraggan House and Cottage, Drumnadrochit Offers over £1.060m

Exterior: The properties are set within 13.5 acres of land with grass and mature trees. The grounds also contain a summer house, stables and a paddock. Photo: Elliot Roberts Shooting