With a backdrop of moody mountains, Hill House emerges from the picturesque countryside of Lybster, Scotland, to invite you on the perfect family holiday, where you will find an abundance of activities. An authentic cottage look shapes the build of this property, and you will find off-road parking ready for your arrival. Hill House offers a taste of the traditional Scottish house, along with amenities to make your stay easy and enjoyable, starting with a perfect sitting room, offering a space to recline and reflect upon your day, as well as a gas fired stove and TV, designed to keep you warm and entertained as you settle down for a family night in. Note the generous windows opening to the beautiful landscape beyond, and if you wish for a more intimate setting, there is a smaller snug with large windows and an airy feel, just waiting for you and your morning coffee. Following on from the sitting room, you will be delighted to find a games room sporting a pool table and board game selection, ideal for a family games night. A spacious hallway leads to a tiled kitchen with tasteful black and white furniture, where you will be able to create a masterpiece from local produce and present it either in the kitchen, where there is a central breakfast table, or the more formal separate dining room, a great setting for family meals, and whilst you cook, let the handy utility take care of any of your sandy clothes. When the evening draws to a close, a selection of bedrooms awaits you, starting with a king-size, where a spacious room will provide you with relaxation, two chairs, storage, an en-suite shower room and a feature wall with an eye-catching design; a king-size decorated in shades of blue, with added chairs and storage; a twin room decorated in a homely purple, with a feature wall matching the furniture; and a single room with ample storage, and why not freshen up in the family bathroom, immersing yourself amongst the bubbles after a long day hiking through the countryside? Outside, an enclosed half-acre garden awaits your picnic blanket, also offering a space to dine outside and relax whilst the little ones and your four-legged family members play on the large space provided, with the edition of a set of swings and climbing frame for the children. Situated in the beautiful area of Caithness, an under-visited and yet spectacular part of Scotland, where you and your family will find activities in no short supply, beginning with the vast number of archaeological sites, where you can immerse yourself in the local heritage, including Lybster Lighthouse, Lybster Harbour and Wag O’ Forse. There is also easy access to the Grey Cairns of Campster and Achavanich Standing Stones, perfect for any history lovers, as well as those who will enjoy a walk in the countryside around the sites. There is also a local golf course, the option to try out watersports, wild swimming or just enjoy a family walk along the nearby beaches. Within the town you will also find a variety of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars, where you can enjoy a warm lunch brought to you after a morning of hiking. Picturesque, teaming with history and heritage, Hill House offers an amazing base for your Highland adventure. EPC Rating: Band C

Steeped in clan history, the Caithness village of Lybster sits in a sweeping bay with views across the North Sea and down to the Moray Coast. Lybster offers a wide range of amenities including hotels, shops and a golf course. In Lybster you will be drawn in by the blend of ancient history and stunning scenery with a story of sustained development and an ability to move with the times. An exhibition about the area's history and natural heritage explains how the community survived throughout the ages. This is an area peppered with archaeological sites; the Grey Cairns of Campster sit five miles inland on the Watten road, where visitors can travel back in time by crawling inside the 5,000 year old cairn or by exploring the Achavanich Standing Stones which stand sentry by Stempster Hill. Birdwatchers can observe breeding colonies of seabirds, on the cliffs around Lybster or view them seasonally through the camera link recording them.

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