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Knoydart House Luxury Self Catering accommodation on the remote Knoydart Peninsula

Knoydart House - amazing luxury self catering new eco built holiday house overlooking the shores of Loch Nevis, on the remote Knoydart Peninsula with large sunken outdoor Hot Tub and wrap around decking.

New for 2010, escape to Knoydart House for a truly unforgettable highland castaway experience. You can only get to Knoydart by foot or by boat. Knoydart House is the most centrally located self catering property in the village of Inverie, 3 mins from the pier, set in under half an acre of secluded and uniquely private woodland with 180 degree views of Loch Nevis and the small isles.

Bookings are being taken now for August 2010 onwards. 10% Discount introductory offer for bookings made before April 30th 2010.

We are using the very best of materials, and our unique architect design was inspired by our unrivalled location, elevation and panoramic sea loch views.

Good quality linen, antiques and furnishings, Gaggia coffee machine, bread making machine, Dualit kitchenware, Bose ipod dock, wifi, Denby crockery, open fire place with traditional drystone work and oak finishes throughout - all the touches associated with a quality highland self catering house.

House sleeps up to 10 guests, the configuration is very flexible there are 5 rooms, 3 of which can be twins or doubles, one which is a designated twin and the studio wing which is part of the main house or can be closed off as a separate self contained studio, with additional cooking facilities and en suite for 2 (double or twin by prior request). Alongside the vaulted ceiling there is a raised gallery area, which could also accommodate a portable bed for family overspill by prior arrangement. Cot and Stokke Tripp Trapp oak high chair also available if required.

We will accept well-behaved pets by arrangement.

Whether you choose to stroll along the shore, go crabbing, fungi foraging or take a low level walk along the fringes of our coastline in search of other coastal birds such as gannets, oystercatchers and sea - eagles or marine life dolphin, minky, porpoise and otter or even climb the 3 munros on our doorstep - Ladhar Bheinn, Luinne Bhein and Meall Buidhe the spectacular ridge walks, summits and mountainscape are all hard to resist.

Many return to spend time in the other hills and glens with lochs and waterfalls, red deer roam the hills along with feral goats (originally introduced from Jura) and the black faced Soay Sheep.

Native woodland has been re-established by the Knoydart Forest Trust, a local charity, and they have created some beautiful marked woodland walks and paths where plants and woodlife flourish. A new mountain bike track using natural materials has been created for the more adventurous.

The village is home to The Old Forge, mainland Britain's remotest pub which has won awards and accolades for its seafood, music and real ales. Awarded Best Independent Pub in Scotland 2009 and Highly commended by the Seafood Awards London 2009/10. Fresh creel caught langoustines are landed daily. Look out for the local diver coming in dripping wet with his hand dived Loch Nevis Scallops. Our local pub serves fresh slow cooked homemade food, the menu changes daily with wild Knoydart wood Sorrel, Knoydart wild mushrooms, seafood platters, fresh mussels, estate venison and locally reared organic lamb on a daily changing menu to reflect the seasons. Musical instruments line the walls as impromptu ceilidhs are the norm here, especially since we dint have mobile reception or terrestrial television on Knoydart.

Knoydart due to its remote location has an island feel to it like no other. Our local ferry service affectionately known as 'Brucie' is run by Bruce Watt (M.V.Western Isles) is a thrice weekly foot passenger service and serves as our mail boat. A relaxing way to visit Knoydart in this converted fishing trawler, but if its speed and comfort or small isle day trips you want we can put you in touch with fast covered rib (rigid inflatable boat) services that water taxi Loch Nevis and beyond.

Weekly lets and shorter 3 and 5 day lets are available from August 2010 bookings and enquiries being taken now. Knoydart House ideal group and family accommodation for walkers, families and holiday cottage rentals on Knoydart. Off season rates from £580 per week up to £1500 high season.

Contact Ian or Jackie on 01687 462267 or 01687 460012 (answer machine or you can email us via the form below.