Campbells House, Plockton, Ross-Shire, IV52

Luxurious waterside home in spectacular setting overlooking Loch Carron, with summerhouse, boathouse, jetty and pontoon.

Description

Campbells House is a rare gem positioned on the shores of Loch Carron, overlooking Plockton in the Northwest Highlands of Scotland, and is available for the first time in over 20 years. Originally built in 1856 for Sir Alexander Matheson as part of the Duncraig Castle Estate, the house has been meticulously upgraded and extended by its current owners, creating a beautiful highland home that combines premium modern living with the timeless charm of its distinguished past.

Set in around 1.5 acres of landscaped grounds, Campbells House is approached via a private, automated gated entrance, Campbells House boasts a recently renovated stone boathouse and jetty, a 20m pontoon, modern slipway, beautiful Caithness slate terraces for relaxing and entertaining and a charming summerhouse perched high above Plockton harbour. It offers spectacular 180-degree panoramic views; to the Skye Cuillins in the West; to the North across the Applecross Mountains and the Bealach na Ba; and to the East towards Loch Carron. This rare combination of privacy, luxury, exceptional craftsmanship, breathtaking views and direct sea loch access make Campbells House a truly unique property.

At the heart of the home is a magnificent open-plan kitchen, dining room and double living room space, designed to maximise both light and flow. Cathedral ceilings and skylight windows flood the interior with natural light, while bi-fold doors open from both the kitchen and the sun lounge to outdoor seating terraces, the garden and loch beyond.

The bespoke Martin Moore kitchen is appointed to a superb standard, featuring integrated Wolf appliances, a large central island, underfloor heating beneath limestone flags, granite worktops and seamless connection to the dining area. A dual-sided wood burning stove divides the dining and sitting spaces, achieving a perfect balance between contemporary design and homely warmth. French doors lead into a stunning high-ceilinged sun lounge with a full-height stone feature wall, underfloor heating beneath limestone flags, a wood burning stove, and doors to a courtyard at the rear.

The ground floor also includes a guest cloakroom WC, a utility room with butler’s cupboard, and a generous boot room comprising of Martin Moore cabinetry throughout, all with underfloor heating, making it perfectly suited to an active outdoor lifestyle.

Accommodation is both luxurious and practical, with one ensuite double bedroom on the ground floor and three further ensuite double bedrooms upstairs, all with fitted solid oak wardrobes. Each suite, finished to a high specification in a contemporary style, features large walk-in showers and underfloor heating. One includes dual sinks while another offers a large freestanding bath.

Outside, the property continues to impress, particularly for yachting and watersports enthusiasts. The original stone jetty and adjacent stone boathouse, dating back to the 1850s, have been beautifully restored to provide 40sqm of boat storage directly accessible from the water. In addition, a bespoke 20m heavy-duty pontoon with access gangway, installed in 2015, provides round-the-clock mooring access. A concrete slipway, added in 2013, allows for convenient boat launching and retrieval from the shore. There is also a large double garage/workshop offering further parking and storage.

A 350sqm lay-up area adjacent to the boathouse offer the opportunity for further development. Plans for a double garage/workshop and gym with upper-level storage, approved by the Highland Council in 2017 but not excised, may be available for re-submission.

Set high on the hillside behind the main house, the charming summerhouse enjoys complete privacy and elevated views across the Plockton harbour and the loch, providing a peaceful retreat - perfect as a home office, creative studio or overflow accommodation.

Campbells House has a beautiful country garden, thoughtfully landscaped and planted against the backdrop of the surrounding Highland woodland. A haven for nature lovers, the grounds blend seamlessly with the surrounding coastal landscape attracting an abundance of wildlife, from small garden birds to sea eagles, and to seals and otters at play in Plockton Bay.

Location

Campbells House is situated on the shoreline of Loch Carron, just 3 miles from Plockton village, a traditional Scottish fishing village with international acclaim for its incredible fresh seafood, with langoustines, crab and other seafood landing daily on the village jetty. Plockton has a charming seaside setting and the road follows the bay with a picture-perfect row of neatly painted cottages arranged around the curve of a tiny harbour.

Numerous lochs and rivers throughout the county provide both salmon and trout fishing, and the west coast is famous for its exciting sailing and varied coastline. Plockton itself is a popular anchorage for yachts, and also has an active small boat sailing club. The village has a general store and three restaurants along with a private airstrip and a railway station with regular services to and from Inverness. Kyle of Lochalsh, some six miles away, is slightly larger and offers a range of shops, hardware stores, chemist, butchers, bank and supermarket. The Isle of Skye, with its stunning scenery, whisky distilleries and other attractions, is eight miles away.

The area provides an excellent base for exploring northwest Scotland. There is spectacular hill walking, climbing and mountaineering, while the dramatic Ross-shire scenery is also host to some of the most challenging deer stalking in Scotland.

Campbells House is just 13 miles off the North Coast 500 – the iconic Scottish road route.

The pretty village of Applecross is 33 miles from the property and is reached via the spectacular road Bealach na Ba [Pass of the Cattle]. One of the highest roads in Britain, reaching 2,054ft, the road winds into the clouds with tight hairpin bends and breathtaking views.

Square Footage: 3,211 sq ft



Additional Info

Mains water - Scottish Water
Electricity - Ovo
Private drainage - sewage treatment plant