Ardentinny, Central Scotland, self catering

Nestled in a truly idyllic location in the picturesque Ardentinny, this fantastic house is a nature enthusiast's paradise. Sleeping eight in four chic bedrooms, it is perfect for groups of friends and families alongside two canine chums. Benefiting from a stunning coastal location, where sightings of porpoises, seals and birdlife can be enjoyed, find peace, tranquillity and space to get away from it all on your doorstep.

With its own private beach and mooring, spend the days on the water before returning to recharge the batteries with a glass of wine in front of the warming wood burner. A reverse-level property that makes the most of its waterside location, inside you'll find that large skylights and windows complement warm wooden floors and cream walls to create a contemporary and bright interior. The cleverly designed layout maximises the living spaces, with cosy corners to hide in and great areas to gather together in comfort and style, creating a house that is both stylish and extremely comfortable.

Light and bright, the exceptional first-floor lounge is the heart of the house, with windows on three aspects giving wonderful sea views over Loch Long which can be enjoyed from comfortable sofas. Centred around the wonderful central wood burner, cosy nights in can be had from all areas of the room after a day out exploring. Elegant and considered furniture, tasteful artwork and patterned soft furnishings create a modish yet welcoming feel.

The stylish ground-floor kitchen is perfect for cooking and enjoying delicious meals all together at the table. Retaining the same character, the four bedrooms are spacious, serene and chic in pastel palettes with wonderful views so you wake with the sunlight flooding in. The first-floor double and twin bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, with the fantastic freestanding bath perfect for a long, relaxing soak.

Admire the loch views from the two double ground-floor bedrooms and, with each boasting an en-suite, there will be no need to queue for the shower. Completing the ground floor is the stylish bathroom with a handheld shower over. Venture outside onto the wonderful decked terraced with seating area from the kitchen, perfect for al fresco dining with spectacular sea views over the Loch Long.

The garden, which is principally grass interspersed with rocky outcrops, has a lawn that slopes down to the loch front giving private beach access, just perfect for adventurous kids and pups. There is a private drive, with ample space for parking several cars.