The beautiful property has two reception rooms, six bedrooms and three self-contained annexes with the potential to generate an income if desired, or for hosting friends and family.

The property has a fascinating history and has been used in several ways over the years including as a shooting lodge in the 1800’s, a guest house and as self-catering accommodation for many years until 2019 when the current owners purchased Fodderty Lodge purely for their own use.

The Lodge retains many original features including some internal joinery, cornicing and fireplaces. The original date stone is still in situ above the front door, and a marriage stone bearing the initials of the original occupants remains in the dining room.

The three self-contained annexes, Honeysuckle Cottage, East Wing and Lodge Barn, have three bedrooms, one bedroom, and two bedrooms, respectively.  They were formerly accessible through internal doors from the main house, but are now accessed externally.

Thomas Jones of Galbraith, who is handling the sale, said: “This characterful, elegant house combines well-presented interiors with tons of space and great versatility, as well as a delightful, secluded garden with year-round interest. There are lovely views of the surrounding hills and the property is also within commuting distance of Inverness.  The three annexes could easily be reintegrated into the main residence if desired and have potential for use as holiday accommodation, subject to acquiring the relevant licences. This is an outstanding property, offering a superb rural lifestyle in an idyllic setting.”

The accommodation in the main house includes: entrance porch, hallway, sitting room, dining room, breakfast room, kitchen, utility room, storeroom, two shower rooms and six bedrooms, (two accessing a Jack and Jill bathroom), plus cellar in the basement.

Honeysuckle Cottage has accommodation including sitting room, bedroom, en-suite shower room, kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor, plus two further bedrooms on the first floor. East Wing has an open plan dining/kitchen, WC, and bedroom with shower on the ground floor plus a sitting room on the first floor. Lodge Barn has an open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room on the ground floor plus bathroom and bedroom, with a further bedroom on the first floor.

Outside there are pretty gardens of about 1.49 acres, with mature trees, some over 180 years old, underplanted with spring flowering bulbs. The tree species include Oak, Sycamore, Cherry, Apple, Field Maple, Horse Chestnut, Sweet Chestnut and Sequoia. There are soft fruit beds, vegetable beds, colourful shrubs and flowering borders plus a wildflower garden.

Fodderty Lodge is located in the scattered hamlet of Fodderty, on The Peffery Way, with lovely views over Knockfarrel to Strathpeffer and the Cat’s Back. The surrounding countryside is unspoilt and provides a wide range of walks, mountain bike trails, challenging mountain climbs, and fishing for salmon and trout on local rivers.

Strathpeffer, a Victorian village celebrated as a spa town, is today popular for its handsome architecture and sense of community. The market town of Dingwall is just a five-minute drive, with a wider range of shops and amenities, while Inverness, about 18 miles away, has all the facilities of a modern city including its airport (24 miles).

Fodderty Lodge is for sale through Galbraith for Offers Over £595,000.