Rivoulich Lodge, Abriachan, Inverness, IV3

Rivoulich Lodge is in the scattered hamlet of Abriachan close to Inverness. The property is in
a spectacular setting with beautiful, elevated views over a wooded landscape.

Abriachan has a strong and active community that regularly comes together for local events.
The neighbouring woodland is community owned and managed by the Abriachan Forest
Trust to provide a safe habitat for native wildlife, to encourage biodiversity, for amenity, and
to enable teaching projects. The sellers’ management of the land at Rivoulich has been in
harmony with the Forest Trust and has seen an increase in biodiversity with sightings of red
squirrels, pine marten, black grouse, red and roe deer, brown hares and over 50 species of
birds. There are way-marked walks and cycle trails direct from the house, while the Great Glen
Way which passes nearby offers the opportunity to create an income source via B&B.
This region of Inverness-shire is famous for its association with Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle
and is a well-known tourist destination. However, just a short distance away from the popular
centres, the beautiful countryside remains unspoilt and tranquil providing a haven for wildlife and excellent rural sporting opportunities. There are several golf courses nearby including the championship course at Castle Stuart and the Cairngorms Ski and Activity Centre is about
an hour’s drive to the south. For the water sports enthusiast, the marina at Inverness offers
excellent facilities and the east coast is under an hour’s drive away.

Inverness has all the facilities of a modern city including its airport with regular flights to the
south and Europe. This prosperous and expanding city benefits from excellent communications
and inward investment and yet, as the city has grown, it has lost none of its Highland cultural
identity, seen in its strong sense of community and thriving arts scene.

The current owners purchased the property in 2019 and since then have upgraded the house
to create beautifully appointed, energy efficient and extremely comfortable accommodation.
The work carried out included new bathrooms, new flooring, a remodelled kitchen with
integrated appliances, the installation of a wood burning stove and redecoration. In addition,
an air source heat pump and income producing solar pv panels. have been installed. The house
was constructed to allow for easy conversion of the roof space to first floor accommodation.

EPC Rating = B