The property is in a beautiful, secluded setting with elevated views over the surrounding landscape to Rothiemurchus and Cairngorm mountain.

Formerly a derelict farm cottage, in 2012 the property was sensitively converted into a spacious contemporary home, externally echoing a traditional, U-shaped steading with courtyard. The interior has been completed to the highest standard, while the extensive use of glass takes advantage of the stunning views as well as maximising solar gain. Running costs will be minimal with underfloor heating, excellent levels of insulation, double glazing and solar panels. The energy efficiency rating for the property is a ‘B’, (with ‘A’ being the highest).

Phiddy Robertson of Galbraith, who is handling the sale, said: “Although within easy reach of all the best of the National Park facilities, Easter Tulloch Cottage is in the midst of peaceful and unspoilt countryside, creating a sense of seclusion and calm, and providing a habitat for native wildlife.

“The interiors have been thoughtfully designed and there are premium finishes throughout. The annexe is equally attractive and is an excellent addition to this beautiful rural home.”

The accommodation in the cottage includes: entrance hall, open plan sitting room, dining room and kitchen, master bedroom with en suite shower room, two further bedrooms, bathroom, cloakroom and boot room.

There is a self-contained one-bedroom annexe adjacent to the cottage, accessed via a covered yard, which is ideal for hosting family and friends, or potentially could be used as a holiday let, if desired.

The annexe has accommodation including, on the ground floor: entrance hall, sitting room with dining area and kitchenette, shower room; while on the first floor is a landing with sitting area and a bedroom.

The grounds extend to approximately 0.32 acres and are enclosed by post and wire fencing. The gardens are laid mainly to grass with a gravelled courtyard and flagstone terrace.

There is a storeroom situated adjacent to the annexe offering useful storage space and housing an infra-red sauna.

Easter Tulloch Cottage is in the scattered hamlet of Tulloch close to Nethy Bridge in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Nethy Bridge has been a popular holiday destination since Victorian times. The village has an excellent range of shops and amenities, a primary school, golf course and a wide network of way-marked forest walks. Rothiemurchus and the Cairngorms Ski Centre are nearby and offer activities in the surrounding countryside and on the mountain ranges throughout the year including cycling, skiing, water sports, and fishing.

The world-famous River Spey is close by, while Abernethy and Insh Marshes RSPB reserves provide a habitat for many protected and rare species of birds and wildlife. A wide variety of walks can be accessed direct from the house on tracks and hill paths.

The nearby towns of Grantown-on-Spey and Aviemore offer more extensive services, including

secondary schooling, supermarkets, banks, swimming pools, independent retailers and restaurants.

A mainline railway station and intercity bus routes are both available from Aviemore (10 miles). Inverness is less than one hour’s drive to the north and provides all the services of a major city including its airport with regular links to the south and Europe.

Easter Tulloch Cottage, Nethy Bridge, Inverness-shire, is for sale through Galbraith for offers over £625,000.