Portmahomack 1.5 miles.
The Mandrel is a striking house nestled on the outskirts of Portmahomack, Highland.
Suited to families and friends, this pet-friendly abode features two toasty woodburning stoves, lovely countryside views, and easy access to the beach.
Parking the car outside, there is an immediate sense of space, with open farmland stretching out beyond the property and wide skies framing the outlook.
A gravel approach leads first to a porch area, before continuing on to the front door, with the surrounding countryside setting the pace for the stay ahead.
Stepping inside, you move through into a thoughtfully arranged hallway that doubles as a practical boot room, where the outdoorsy nature of the setting has been carefully considered.
Coats can be hung neatly on hooks, boots slipped off beside the bench, and outdoor gear stored with ease, keeping muddy walks and beach days neatly contained.
The presence of a woodburning stove within this space brings warmth and character from the moment you arrive, offering a place to pause and settle in after the journey.
From here, the house opens into a spacious open‑plan living space, where the kitchen, dining area, and sitting room flow together effortlessly.
Wooden flooring carries you through the room, drawing you towards patio doors that open onto the garden and frame far‑reaching countryside views.
The sitting area invites you to settle back on the sofa beside the woodburning stove, a natural place to gather as the light fades outside.
Nearby, the dining area is centred around a large wooden table positioned by a picture window, where long meals unfold with farmland views always in sight.
The kitchen sits comfortably within this open‑plan space, finished with soft blue cabinetry and integrated appliances, allowing you to prepare meals while remaining part of the conversation.
Whether laying out breakfast supplies or cooking together in the evening, the layout encourages shared time without feeling crowded.
Just beyond, the tiled utility room provides a dedicated laundry space with washing facilities, keeping household tasks neatly tucked away.
A bedroom is located on the ground floor, offering flexibility for different groups.
This room enjoys patio doors opening to the side of the property, allowing you to step outside and take in the countryside air at any time of day.
Its en‑suite shower arrangement is accessed in a Jack and Jill style, making it a convenient and well‑placed space within the house.
Heading upstairs, the staircase leads to two further bedrooms, both arranged to make the most of the setting.
The super‑king‑size room is particularly impressive, with zip and link flexibility and dual‑aspect views across the surrounding farmland.
Its en‑suite bathroom invites slower starts and restful evenings, featuring a roll‑top bath alongside a generous walk‑in shower.
The remaining double bedroom also benefits from its own en‑suite shower room, which features an additional internal door leading through to a quiet study area.
This peaceful space is furnished with a desk and chair and offers WiFi, making it ideal for reading, planning days out, or catching up on a little work in calm surroundings.
Outside, the non‑enclosed garden and patio provide space to sit back and take in the open views, whether enjoying a morning coffee or watching the light shift across the fields as evening draws in.
A shop and pub can be found just a mile and a half away from the property in the village, making it easy to pop for daily essentials or relaxed evenings out, while the beach lies close enough for spontaneous coastal walks and unhurried afternoons by the sea, as well as Tarbat Golf Club also located close by, offering a scenic coastal course well suited to relaxed rounds with views across the firth.
Close by, and within walking distance in the opposite direction from the property, Tarbat Ness Lighthouse and its surrounding headland offer striking coastal scenery, where cliff‑top paths reveal sweeping sea views, crashing waves, and ever‑changing skies, adding a wilder edge to days spent exploring the Highland coast.
In Tain, whisky heritage comes to life through distillery experiences, riverside paths offer gentle walking routes, a mix of local shops and supermarkets which give a sense of everyday Highland life.
Venturing further afield, Dornoch offers a rewarding day out, where the cathedral’s stonework creates a calm focal point, the wide sandy beach encourages long shoreline walks, and independent cafés provide places to pause and watch the world go by.
For a fun day out during the summer months, a short drive brings you to the seasonal car ferry crossing to Cromarty, offering an enjoyable route across the firth and easy access to the villages and landscapes of the Black Isle.
Make The Mandrel your base for Highland coast adventures.