‘CARN BAN’, 1 GARAFAD, STAFFIN ISLE OF SKYE
Offers over £215,000
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DESCRIPTION
The subjects for sale comprise a substantial detached traditional stone built dwellinghouse which has been recently renovated to a high standard whilst retaining many of the original features. The property benefits from upvc double glazed windows and an oil fired central heating system. ‘Carn ban’ is set at the end of the quiet Garafad township road and enjoys wide spread views over Staffin bay towards the spectacular Quiraing. The nicely presented accommodation within comprises:- Entrance vestuble, hallway giving access to Lounge, Study, Kitchen and Stairs to upper floor landing which gives access to Bedroom 1, 2 & 3 and Bathroom. A fully enclosed garden area extending to an acre or thereby lies mainly to the sides and front of the property.
LOCATION
Garafad is a friendly crofting community situated within the scenic village of Staffin on the Trotternish Peninsula which is located some 16 miles north of the Island’s capital Portree. Facilities in Staffin include a primary school, community centre, shops and a village hall. Portree, the Island’s capital has all the facilities you would expect of a thriving town including Secondary schooling, modern medical centre and a cottage hospital.
ACCOMODATION
A gravel path way leads up to a solid timber door which gives access to the property. Accommodation with in comprises:-
ENTRANCE VESTIBULE
Good size vestibule with window to front over looking Staffin. Timber door provides access to hallway. Coat hooks on wall. Tiled flooring. Size 4ft 7 x 4ft 3 (1.27 x 1.44m)
HALLWAY
Stairs of to upper floor with large under stair storage cupboard. Access to Lounge, Study and Kitchen. Tiled flooring.
LOUNGE
Cosy room with revealed stone walls incorporating large open fire place. Window to front with views over Staffin bay. Radiator. Carpet. Size 9ft 8 x 9ft 10 (2.95 x 3.16m)
STUDY
Bright room with window to front. Open fire with block surround and wooden mantle over. Carpet. Radiator. Size 9ft 6 x 12ft 7 (2.92 x 3.73m)
KITCHEN
Well proportioned bright room with windows to both sides. White block storage units with coordinating work top over. Belfast sink with stain less steel taps over. Tiled splashbacks. Space for fridge, freezer and washing machine. Timber door giving access to rear garden. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Size 14ft 3 x 11ft 11 (4.36 x 3.50m)
UPPER FLOOR LANDING
Carpeted stair well leads up to bright landing with velux windowl. Gives access to Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3 and bathroom, large storage cupboard and box room (size 1.6m metres x 2.1metres) and two large storage cupboards. Carpet. Radiator.
BEDROOM 1
Spacious double room with window to front providing views towards Staffin Bay and deep shelf below. Carpet. Radiator. Size 12ft 2 x 9ft 6
BEDROOM 2
Bright double room with window to front. Built in wardrobe. Carpet. Radiator. Size 8ft 7 x 12ft 9 (2.81 x 3.89m)
BEDROOM 3
Single room with window to side. Carpet. Radiator. Size 6ft 9 x 11ft 6 (3.52 x 1.94m)
BATHROOM
White 3 piece suite comprising W.C, pedestal wash hand basin and bath with electric shower over. Window to side looking towards Staffin bay. Wall mirror with shavers socket to side. Vinyl flooring. Radiator. Size 8ft 7 x 6ft 9 (2.78 x 1.94m)
OUTBUILDINGS
Garage – A substantial detached stone built garage is located to the side of the property and is currently being used for storage. Split into two sections. Section one size 4.6 metres x 7.1 metres. Section two size 4.8 metres x 5.7 metres.
GARDEN
The property is set within a neat and well maintained garden area extending to an acre or thereby An access road leads off the public road to a turning and parking area to the side of the property. The front garden is mainly under grass. There is an attractive stone wall to the rear of the property.
CROFT ASSIGNATION
It should be noted that there is an area of croft land extending to 2.5 acres or thereby which runs to the front of the property, and this is being offered for assignation. Interested parties should contact the Crofters commission direct with regards to whether they are eligible to apply. They can be contacted at Crofters commission, Castle Wynd, Inverness, IV2 3EQ (T) 01463 663 445.
NOTE
The property is currently operating as a successful holiday letting cottage and the expected turn over for this year is in the region of £18,000
SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Drainage is by way of a septic tank?
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with this agency within office hours (mon. to Fri. 9am to 5pm)
No weekend
viewings.
POST CODE
IV51 9JT
COUNCIL TAX
Band D
ENTRY
By mutual agreement.
AGENCY RATING
A very spacious property set in a scenic location. Ideal as a holiday home or permanent residence
NOTE
The contents and web site can be made available by separate negotiation.
PRICE
Offers over £215,000 are invited and such offers should be submitted in proper Scottish legal terms to: -
The Isle of Skye Estate Agency (Portree)
Bridge Road
PORTREE
Isle of Skye IV51 9ER
www.iosea.co.uk
Email: sales@iosea.co.uk
Tel: 01478 612683
OR
The Isle of Skye Estate Agency (Kyle of Lochalsh)
Main Street,
Kyle of Lochalsh,
Ross-shire.
IV40 8AB
Tel: 01599 534555
Fax: 01599 534480
Email: sales@lochalshproperties.co.uk
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