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Incredible 5-bed 680k home is perfect for Nessie hunters with unspoiled views of Loch Ness

FANS of the Loch Ness Monster now have the perfect home to keep watch on the fabled monster as a five-bed property has come on the market.

Thistle House has an asking price of £680,000 and gives superb views of the famous loch near Inverness, Scotland.

The home, listed by Strutt and Parker, which comes with a large garden is described as “an exceptional property combining modern living, contemporary design and breath-taking scenery.

“It commands an elevated position on the edge of the idyllic village of Dores on the East shore of Loch Ness, around six miles south west of the city of Inverness.

“This magnificent home forms part of an exclusive development of only seven detached homes constructed in 2010 and enjoys far reaching views over the mysterious and beautiful Loch Ness and beyond.

“Arranged over two levels and providing around 3,132 square feet of light and airy living space, the layout is extremely flexible and versatile.

One of the design features of Thistle House is the space for entertaining as well as cosy family occasions.

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“A gated driveway leads through the lush, landscaped garden grounds to the side of the house leading to the garage.

“Access to the house is through the entrance vestibule leading to a welcoming hallway.

“Internally the beautifully appointed rooms embody sophisticated style with carefully chosen furnishings in natural hues and tones.

“All of the front-facing rooms have spectacular views across the Loch and this includes the sitting room, which opens up into a magnificent sun-room. With its stunning views, this is the perfect place to relax and unwind.

“There is a wc/cloakroom, storage, home office/study, drawing room and dining room.

“The well-appointed kitchen comes with a great selection of wall and base storage units, centre island, integrated appliances, Rangemaster and granite worktops

“The utility room is located off the kitchen and there is a further door leading to an integral double garage.”

In Scottish folklore, the Loch Ness Monster or Nessie is a creature said to inhabit Loch Ness in the Scottish Highlands.

It is often described as large in size with a long neck and with one or more humps protruding from the water.

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Evidence of its existence is anecdotal, with a few disputed photographs and sonar readings.

Nessie was reported to have been seen 15 times in 2018.

Research carried out last year revealed that the mythical creature is worth £41m a year to the Scottish economy.

Incredible moment a beachgoer spots something swimming in Loch Ness Inverness, Scotland

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Jenniffer Sheldon

Update: 2024-03-08