It’s easy to dream about trading city living in for a quieter life. Whether it’s the fresh air, more space, or the blissful silence that you can only get when living miles from anywhere, the idea of moving to remote, scenic locations has obvious appeal.

There’s something truly good for the soul about rolling hills, sea views and being truly immersed in nature.

This list of six of truly remote homes currently for sale on Rightmove offer all that and more. From a private Scottish island to a Highland estate overlooking its own loch, explore these beautiful homes that could help you get away from it all.

A 7,000 sq ft home with sweeping views

Spanning 6.7 acres, this luxurious estate in North Wales occupies an incredible hillside spot that provides panoramic views across the River Conwy and open countryside beyond.

The house itself spans a whopping 7,248 sq ft, featuring five bedrooms, five bathrooms and even its own cinema room. Meanwhile, outside you’ll find several terraces, a vegetable garden, and a hot tub that’s perfectly placed to soak in the views.

There’s also three acres of private woodland, a dedicated bird watching house, plus established equestrian facilities including stables and paddocks. For anyone with half an eye on an income, the property comes with a woodcutter’s cabin that generates around £80,000 in bookings a year.

153 acres in the Scottish Highlands

32 miles west of Inverness in a part of Scotland that’s famed for its natural beauty, this estate sits in an idyllic spot overlooking Loch Craskie. Surrounded by outstanding scenery within Glen Cannich, there’s no shortage of activities available nearby, from fishing and horse riding to hillwalking and mountain biking.

The total landholding spanning 153 acres includes ownership of Loch Craskie and the River Cannich itself, featuring a three-bedroom house and a two-bedroom cottage known as the Old Mill. There are also four wooden glamping pods on site that can be rented out, each with their own decked terrace and access to shared bathroom facilities.

An eight-bedroom Lochside home

Having formerly been a popular country hotel, this expansive eight-bedroom, seven-bathroom property sits on the banks of Loch Assapol to the south of the ever-popular Isle of Mull. The property benefits from 3.2 acres of land that slopes gently down towards the water’s edge, make it a genuinely tranquil spot to relax and enjoy the surrounding views.

Mull itself has a wide range of nature, wildlife and leisure activities to enjoy, drawing visitors throughout the year for its music and arts festivals and the annual Tour of Mull car rally. From the nearby coast, you can also join boat trips out to see puffin and seal colonies, and to see the famous Fingal’s Cave in nearby Staffa.

Two coastal houses offering ocean views

Situated in the hamlet of Carrigreich, on the east coast of the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides, Tor Lodge and Tor Cottage can be found along the scenic road to Scalpay.

The pair of contemporary wooden clad homes were previously featured on BBC Scotland’s Home of the Year, having been finished to an exceptionally high standard, with plenty of windows providing sea views across East Loch Tarbert.

The island of Lewis and Harris itself is the largest in Scotland, known for its natural landscapes and cultural heritage. Here, residents and visitors can enjoy a coastline of white sands spanning small coves to the three-mile wide Luskentyre and Scarista beaches.

A cosy retreat near Snowdonia

Nestled within the flowing hills of the Dyfi Valley in Gwynedd, Wales, this three-bedroom detached property sits on three acres of rolling pastureland with sweeping views in every direction. The property is situated just ten miles from Aberdyfi and within easy reach of Snowdonia National Park, making it the ideal base to go and explore some of the UK’s best natural landscapes.

Inside the house, the open-plan living space features vaulted ceilings, exposed wooden flooring and a wood burning stove for a cosy cottage feel. The property retains plenty of character throughout, with slate steps leading down to a wide, enclosed patio area to the front that looks out across the adjoining hillsides.

Get your very own Scottish island

For something truly out of the ordinary, there’s a rare chance to buy the 661-acre that occupies a dramatic setting within the Firth of Clyde in Scotland.

Located off the Isle of Bute and within two hours of Glasgow, the island stretches around 2.5 miles with 4.75 miles of varied coastline, and rises up 60 metres at its highest point, providing impressive 360-degree views that include the mountains of Arran on clear days.

Complete with a productive organic farm and traditional buildings that have development potential, Inchmarnock Island’s shores are home to both highland cows and seals, while a dedicated ferry connects it to Bute.