Assynt House, Evanton, Ross-shire ,Scotland (Easter Ross, Highlands, Scottish Highlands, Dingwall, Dornoch, Inverness, The Black Isle, Invergordon, Cromarty,)

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Assynt House

Assynt House, Evanton, Ross-shire, Scotland

So impressive is this turreted, listed, 18th-century dower house that Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt spent their honeymoon here. A century later, trees were growing through the roof. Undeterred, new owners Elizabeth and Graham embarked on a five-year restoration, replacing every plank of oak and reproducing every inch of cornicing; it became a cause celèbre. The hall's coat stand, umbrellas and vase of fresh flowers create a first impression of a super-relaxed place to stay. Step into a big, warm, wood-panelled living room with sofas, logs, candles, more flowers, and an antique table that seats 14. On the lower ground floor are three bedrooms and a room for music, games and TV; on the first floor, four big bedrooms decorated in a mix of contemporary and classic style (fun hot water bottles, fabulous king-size beds) and a spiral staircase leading to a little room with a telescope and views of the Cromarty Firth. The bathrooms are, without exception, stunning; the light, airy, beautifully equipped kitchen lends itself to eating, drinking and chilling. Outside are six acres of peaceful wooded hills above whose magnificent trees eagles soar, and a bothy at the back where your friendly, charming and attentive hosts live.

Breakfasts, lunches and evening meals on request.

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Assynt House

Contact: Graham & Elizabeth Waugh

Tel: 01349 832923
Sleeps: 14 (18 with cots and fold-away beds).
Rooms: 3 doubles (1 with cast iron bath & shower, 1 with bath/shower); 1 with double spa bath & shower); 4 twin/doubles (2 with bath/shower, 1 with shower, 1 with bath & shower).
Price: £2,100 – £3,500. Christmas/New Year £4500
Closed: Rarely.

Children are positively welcomed, with no age restrictions, but cots, high chairs etc are not necessarily available.

Wireless internet access available for guests.

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Dishwasher
Electricity included
Washing machine
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
BBQ
Beach within 3 miles
Cooked meals available
Restaurant nearby
Short breaks possible
Extra bed/cot available
Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

The Black Isle Villages to visit and breathtaking local walks, red kites are often spotted in this area
Guided Walks, Distilleries, Salmon & Trout Fishing Nearby
Dolphin & Wildlife Boat Tours in the Cromarty Firth 20 Miles
Dornoch Beach, Village & Royal Dornoch Golf Course 30 Miles
The Famous Loch Ness 40 Miles, Boat cruises and Urquhart Castle
West Coast a drive away, visit Inverewe Gardens 72 Miles

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

Assynt House exterior

Wood-panelled sitting room

Super-king sleigh bed in Raspberry room

Cast iron bath in green ensuite

Photo captions have been written by the owner or management of Assynt House and are not verified or endorsed by ASP.

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: Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
: Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
: Working farm or vineyard.
: Wireless internet access available for guests.
: No smoking anywhere in the property.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
: Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
: Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
: Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.