Carness West

Carness West suits families and small groups wanting a private base for Highland activities. The house sleeps five across three bedrooms—a kingsize with ensuite, a second kingsize, and a single—plus two bathrooms. You get the place to yourself, with private parking for two cars and enclosed grounds. Essentials like heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and wifi are included; the woodburner's initial fuel is too.

The layout makes the most of its setting. Upstairs, an open-plan space combines living, dining and kitchen areas with French doors opening to two balconies; one has sitting-out furniture where mountain views dominate. The kitchen is equipped for cooking, while a woodburner, Freeview TV and DVD player occupy the living areas. Steep spiral stairs connect the floors. Downstairs holds the three bedrooms, bathrooms, and a utility room with washing and tumble drying. A travel cot and highchair are available if needed.

Hill walking, climbing, golf, fishing and kayaking are all within reach from here. A pub stands a mile away and a shop three miles; locally there are craft outlets and a visitor centre. The house sits close to Loch Leven. Note that smoking is not permitted.