The plans include designs for private two, three and four bedroom homes. Among the 25 affordable homes on the site, flats, semi-detached houses and bungalows have been proposed. The development will benefit from scenic views, a play park, and footpaths to existing walking routes and is within walking distance of Loch Ness.

Springfield’s north sales manager, Joyce Hadden, said: “This is the first application Springfield has submitted in Drumnadrochit. We are excited by the prospect of offering our stylish range of highly energy efficient homes in the area - just 14 miles from Inverness.

“This land has been vacant for some time and is unkempt and overgrown. Our proposals will address this, complete the streetscape and offer homes that are inexpensive to run. It will support the local economy by bringing new infrastructure, new jobs and new families to the area.

“We’ve worked closely with the council to offer a mix of homes in the area to suit a range of buyers and will await their feedback in the coming months.”