Baronial Mansion - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10 | Villa in Alness

This magnificent Baronial mansion, built in the 1890s, offers a unique blend of historic grandeur and modern luxury, surrounded by mature woodland with access to a picturesque river walk. Facing northeast, the mansion boasts open views across fields, while the drawing room, dining room, and two main bedrooms overlook the Cromarty Firth. Accommodating up to 10 adults, this property is ideal for gatherings and retreats.
Inside, the house retains its historic charm with turrets, parapets, and antique furnishings. Guests are welcomed into a grand hall featuring a piano and open fire. The elegant drawing room offers comfortable seating, while the dining room, with a gas log fire and large table, is perfect for special occasions. Entertainment options include a TV lounge, library bar with a cocktail fridge, snooker table, darts, and books. A gym with a sauna, and a music room housing a Bechstein grand piano and other instruments, complete the impressive amenities.
The fully-equipped kitchen features a gas cooker, twin fridge/freezers, and a wine fridge, with a cosy breakfast area by a wood-burning stove. Upstairs, five beautifully furnished bedrooms include a luxurious master suite with a four-poster bed, en-suite bathroom, and dressing room. Other bedrooms include elegant four-posters and a family room, all with modern bathroom facilities.
Outside, private lawns surround the house with a sun terrace, pergola with BBQ, and a children’s play area. Guests can enjoy croquet, badminton, and direct access to the river for scenic walks. Anglers will love the rare opportunity for complimentary salmon and trout fishing just steps from the house.
This enchanting estate combines timeless elegance with unforgettable experiences, perfect for your next getaway.
Features:
Start your celebration in style amidst rich décor and furnishings and palatial rooms. Elegance exudes from every corner of this Baronial highland retreat. This large holiday home is a magnificent imposing Baronial mansion house, built in 1809, surrounded by mature woodland with access to a delightful river walk.
Ground Floor
- Grand hall with a wood-burning stove and comfortable sofas
- Elegant drawing room with elegant furniture and delightful views over the grounds
- TV room with comfortable sofas
- Games room with full sized pool table and open fire
- Traditional dining room for 8 people
- Fully equipped kitchen with 5 hobs and double oven, plus microwave and breakfast area for 7 people
- Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
First Floor
- Master Bedroom with four poster double bed, with en-suite bathroom, with double bath with shower attachment, WC and double wash basin
- Principal Guest Bedroom with brass four poster double bedrooms plus, with en-suite bathroom ,with bath with shower attachment , WC and wash basin
- Bedroom with four poster double bed, with en-suite shower room and WC and wash hand basin
- Family Suite with king size four-poster bed, a cot for an infant and a sofa bed (can be converted into a double) with en-suite shared family bathroom (shower unit, bath, WC and wash hand basin)
- Bedroom with four poster double bedroom with en-suite shower room with WC and wash basin
Small Annexe* (located on the first floor, separated from the main house via double doors)
-One double bedroom with brass bed
- One double bedroom with four poster bed
- Small shower room with W.C and wash basin
*Please note that the 2 additional bedrooms in the small annexe are available on request only and subject to an additional cost.
There is lift access to the first floor but this requires a safety certificate for each guest visit and requires additional payment for this service.
Exterior Grounds
- 9 acres of grounds
- Large lawned area
- Outdoor dining
- Garden furniture
- Plenty of parking is available outside the property. Parking for 6 cars
- Barbecue
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi connection
- Central heating
- EV charger (coming in 2025)
- DVD player
- Sky TV
- Cot and high chair
- Grand piano
- Fishing rights on the River Averon which runs alongside the grounds. The Alness Angling Club now control the salmon and sea trout fishing on two beats of the river near to the house as well as the estuary below. The 5-year average for the the club’s own waters - Beats 2,3 and the estuary - is 136 salmon and grille and 44 sea trout. Guests are welcome to use the river within the rules of the Club. Two rods will be available on request.
Location:
Nestled within 9 acres of beautiful grounds, this property offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by woodlands and expansive lawns. With ample parking for up to six cars, access is convenient via the main drive, while a secondary drive serves the housekeeper and residents of the adjacent apartment. For fishing enthusiasts, the River Averon just steps from the front door offers excellent opportunities to catch salmon and trout, making this an ideal destination for nature and outdoor lovers alike.
Located just 20 miles northwest of Inverness and on the edge of Alness, guests can enjoy the convenience of nearby shops, pubs, and a supermarket, while Inverness provides a wider array of amenities. This area of Ross-shire is celebrated for its milder, drier climate—perfect for exploring the stunning Scottish Highlands.
A highlight of the region is dolphin watching, with frequent sightings in the Cromarty Firth, at Chanonry Point, or aboard dedicated Dolphin Watch boats.
Whether you're seeking natural beauty, wildlife, or local charm, this location promises an unforgettable Highland experience.
Terms & Conditions:
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£500 paid via bank transfer to the owner before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.
3:00 pm
10:00 am
Yes, included in rental price.
Yes, bed linen, and towels are included in the rental price.
On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of £20 per pet per week will apply (paid locally, max of 2 pets welcome).
Please note there is an apartment for the housekeeper to the rear and a further residential apartment to the side, both of which have their own drive to the side of the building.
Rental prices are for 5 bedrooms (maximum 10 guests). Two additional bedrooms are located in a small annexe on the first floor (separated from the main house via double doors), and are available on request subject to an additional cost, increasing the maximum capacity to 14 guests.
Saturday
Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.
Not permitted.
7 nights. Other durations considered on request.
Yes, included in rental price.
Included in the rental price.
Yes, Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price (please remember that it is a rural connection and so it may not be as strong as it is at home!)
Stag and Hen groups may only book this property if approved in advance. Please enquire at time of booking.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed

Baronial Mansion - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10 is located in Cromarty Firth. Baronial Mansion - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10 provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This Villa features Parking, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Baronial Mansion - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10 has 5 Bedrooms , 5 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Cromarty Firth has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Cromarty Firth, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.