7 bed detached house for sale

Strathmashie House, Laggan, Newtonmore PH20

History


Originally built in the mid‐19th century as a Victorian Highland shooting lodge, Strathmashie House is a lifestyle property that has welcomed guests for centuries. Notably Queen Victoria and Prince Albert visited the estate in 1847 to indulge in grouse shooting on the moor behind the house. Strathmashie House began life as part of a wider sporting estate on the wooded slopes above the River Mashie and, over the years, has attracted generations of visitors drawn by its classic gabled architecture, river‐bend setting and easy access to the hills and lochs of Badenoch. Evolving from a private lodge to a much‐loved self‐catering retreat and, more recently, the home of an award winning artisan gin distillery, it now retains the feel of a traditional Highland lodge while offering the new owners the chance to write the next chapter in its story – whether as a private family home, a lifestyle‐plus‐income estate or a distinctive Highland hospitality venture.
Description


Set within a breathtaking glen of unspoiled natural beauty, this remarkable estate centres around an impressive period home offering seven bedrooms and four bathrooms. Enriched by an elegant Victorian addition, with period features and panelling, it introduces a grand hallway, refined reception rooms and further spacious bedrooms. Complementing the main residence are a collection of outbuildings, including two cottages-one sleeping five across two bedrooms, the other accommodating eight with three bedrooms-each thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy. A charming, fully renovated former cricket pavilion provides an additional three bedrooms and sleeps seven, while a generous two‐bedroom annexe with a large sitting area offers superb flexibility for multi‐generational living or guest accommodation.

Outdoors, the estate unfolds across idyllic grounds that celebrate the surrounding landscape, with sweeping lawns, mature trees and tranquil vantage points that capture the glen’s dramatic scenery. Numerous outbuildings provide excellent storage and operational space, while a well‐proportioned paddock offers opportunities for equestrian use or hobby farming. Two further staff accommodations enhance the estate’s practicality, supporting seamless management of both the main residence and its thriving holiday‐let elements. The result is a rare and versatile estate that blends natural beauty, historic charm and exceptional lifestyle potential.
Accommodation


The grand hallway, with its impressive double‐height ceiling, beautiful staircase and welcoming fireplace, immediately sets the tone for this Highland retreat. From here, the accommodation unfolds into a series of generous and beautifully proportioned living spaces, including an elegant living room with its own fireplace, a large formal dining room and a spacious family kitchen complete with esse oven. A dedicated snooker room, practical boot room and even a charming bar area create a home perfectly suited to both relaxed family life and memorable gatherings.

Upstairs, the property offers seven spacious bedrooms served by four bathrooms, providing flexibility for family and guests alike.

The butler’s flat

Charming two bedroom flat which sleeps five
The distillery cottage


Three bedroom accommodation which sleeps eight, has it’s own sauna.
Cricket pavilion


A beautiful three bedroom fully renovated pavilion which sleeps seven. The pavilion captures the imagination with a whimsical “Narnia cupboard, ” leading through to a secret bedroom, and enjoys enchanting views over the hills and river below.
Annexe


Private two bedroom property that easily sleeps four with large kitchen and living room area.
Garden and grounds


Set within approximately seven acres of scenic Highland countryside, the grounds of Strathmashie House offer a sense of space, privacy, and connection to nature. The landscape is informal and full of character - open natural lawns and a paddock bordered by the Mashie River, with splendid views stretching across the surrounding Monadhliath and Cairngorm mountains and a beautiful lawn on which to play croquet. It’s a setting that embraces outdoor living, creativity, and has a genuine sense of retreat.

Strathmashie House is a place with soul - a relaxed country home where nature, craft, and comfort come together seamlessly. Its grounds invite exploration, creativity, and a slower way of life in one of Scotland’s most beautiful rural settings.
Outbuildings


A number of versatile outbuildings add depth and interest to the estate. There is a large stone barn as well as a new modern shed. Also a dedicated outdoor office space - ideal for creative or remote working - and two staff accommodations offering practical flexibility. There is also a spacious game locker, chicken coop and a forge.
Location


Strathmashie House combines a genuinely private Highland setting with reassuringly easy access. Around 45–50 miles from Inverness, it sits within comfortable driving distance of the city for flights, shopping and services, while still feeling immersed in open countryside and big skies.

Newtonmore railway station, a short drive from the house, lies on the Highland Main Line with direct services north to Inverness and south towards Glasgow and Edinburgh, and is also served by the Caledonian Sleeper, allowing you to step on in the evening and wake up in London or the Highlands. This rare blend of seclusion, scenery and straightforward transport links make Strathmashie House an ideal base for both frequent escapes and extended stays, with an easy flow between city life and Highland wilderness.

Just 15–16 miles away, Aviemore offers a vibrant outdoor hub with supermarkets, independent shops, restaurants and cafés, as well as an abundance of year‐round activities including skiing in the Cairngorms, mountain biking, walking and watersports. From Strathmashie, owners can enjoy the peace of their own private estate while having one of Scotland’s best‐known adventure destinations comfortably within their reach.
Lifestyle


Nestled in the heart of the Highlands, Strathmashie House offers an exceptional lifestyle immersed in nature and outdoor adventure.

Owners enjoy fishing rights on nearby Lochs, both renowned for their tranquil beauty and excellent fishing.

The renowned Wolftrax Mountain Bike Trails sit close by, offering miles of routes for every level, along with a cosy café to refuel after exploring.

The surrounding landscape is rich with scenic walks, breathtaking hikes, and opportunities for running, cycling, or simply soaking in the peace of the Highlands.

With an estate next door offering shooting and field sport experiences, and Aviemore within easy reach for skiing, clay pigeon shooting, and more, Strathmashie House promises an enviable blend of natural splendour, adventure, and exclusivity.
Information


Viewings: Strictly by appointment through the sole selling agents, Fine & Country Scotland.

Offers: Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents by email . The owner reserves the right to sell without imposing a closing date and will not be bound to accept the highest, or indeed any, offer. All genuinely interested parties are advised to instruct their solicitor to note their interest with the Selling Agents immediately after inspection.

Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on.

Tenure and Possession: The Heritable (Scottish equivalent of Freehold) title is offered for sale with vacant possession upon completion.

Strathmashie House EPC Rating: G

Butler’s Flat EPC Rating: F

Distillery Cottage EPC Rating: E

Services: Strathmashie House is served by private water supply, mains electricity, private drainage to septic tank. Central heating comes from lpg gas combi boilers, wood burning stoves. Hot water is from the combi boiler also. Internet provided by Community Broadband.

Local Authority: Highland Council, Council Tax Band G.

Access: The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied himself as to the nature of all such servitude rights and others.

Deposit: A deposit of 10% of the purchase price may be required. It will be paid within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives. The deposit will be non-returnable in the event of the Purchaser(s) failing to complete the sale for reasons not attributable to the Seller or his agents.

Money Laundering Obligations: We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those selling or buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Lifetime Legal who will contact you once you have an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £60 (incl. VAT), which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance of formal acceptance of your offer, directly to Lifetime Legal, and is non-refundable. We will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in the provision of these checks.

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EPC Rating: G

Location

Set in the Cairngorm National Park in an idyllic yet accessible central Highlands setting, close to Aviemore and Inverness. Within easy reach of the A9 with direct train access to London from Newtonmore.