SHORE COTTAGE, ERBUSAIG, BY KYLE OF LOCHALSH
£230,000
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DESCRIPTION
Situated in the pretty highland village of Erbusaig and occupying a highly desirable shore side location the subjects for sale comprise of a most charming and well presented property. The appropriately named ‘Shore Cottage’ is a detached stone 1 ½ storey house that has been well maintained and improved over the years in keeping with its style and character. The house benefits from a recently installed oil fired central heating system (with Combi boiler) and also retains some pleasing features such as the natural wood flooring and the original v-lined walls. A pretty garden area surrounds the house and a gate from the front garden gives direct access onto the sea shore. The accommodation within comprises small entrance porch to front, open plan living room, sitting room, kitchen/dining room and versatile morning room. The upper floor has 3 bedrooms and a family bathroom. A most attractive feature of this house is the Morning room which occupies the newer rear extension and benefits from the morning sunshine. A large newly constructed detached workshop is located to the side of the house.
LOCATION
The village of Erbusaig is situated between Kyle of Lochlash and Plockton and consists of a number of houses and a popular hotel. From ‘Shore Cottage’ there are lovely views across the sea to the Isle of Skye and surrounding countryside. The large village of Kyle of Lochalsh is just a couple of miles to the west and here you will find excellent facilities including a supermarket, selection of shops, hotels, restaurants and also a train station with a regular service to Inverness, the capital city of the Highlands some 82 miles to the east. The Skye Bridge is also located in Kyle and this provides toll free access across to the island. The famous village of Plockton, a few miles in the opposite direction, also has local shops and hotels as well as a large secondary school. The whole area is one of natural beauty with quiet villages connected by single track roads.
ACCOMMODATION
Five bar gate provide access to a spacious parking area at the rear of the house. The accommodation within is as follows:-
ENTRANCE PORCH
A small porch at the front of the house with a barn style external door provides access into the house via the front garden. Windows to front and side. Size 5ft x 4ft (1.58 x 1.20m). ½ glazed door to living room.
LIVING ROOM
Impressively spacious living room with stairs leading off to upper floor. Window overlooking bay. Pine v-lined walls and wooden floor boards. Enclosed radiators with shelving over. Wall lighting. Access off to sitting room and morning room. Size 20ft 5 x 14ft 3 (6.24 x 4.35m).
SITTING ROOM
Bright room with window to front and open fireplace with attractive stone surround and slate hearth. Wood lined walls and ceiling painted cream. Wooden floor boards. Wall lights. Under stair storage cupboard. Size 14ft 5 x 11ft (4.39 x 3.37m)
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM
Cottage style kitchen with attractive cream fronted wall and base units with dark wood worktops over and matching door & drawer knobs. Belfast sink with mixer tap. Cream coloured range cooker with gas hob, griddle, double electric ovens and warm cupboard. Matching double door fronted shelved pantry. Electric meters concealed in matching wall cupboard. Plumbed and space for washing machine and dishwasher. Space for fridge/freezer. Space for family dining table and chairs. Windows to rear and to side. Radiator. Pine lined walls and attractive tiled splash back areas. Laminate tile effect floor covering. Size 14ft 7 x 9ft 8 (4.45 x 2.94m). Door to Morning Room.
MORNING ROOM/FORMAL DINING ROOM
A very sunny and spacious room offering great flexibility for use. Double glazed doors to rear with large low level windows on either side all fitted with bamboo blinds. Laminate tile effect flooring. Radiator with pine shelf over. Size 20ft 6 x 10ft (6.25 x 3.05m).
UPPER FLOOR
Carpeted stairs lead to upper floor landing with access off to the 3 bedrooms and bathroom. Storage cupboard
BEDROOM 1
Spacious double size bedroom with large Velux window to front providing lovely views across to the mountains of Skye. Double door fitted wardrobe. Contemporary panel radiator. Carpet. Size 15ft 6 x 11ft 6 (4.68 x 3.51m).
View from bedroom
BEDROOM 2
Large single bedroom with Velux window to front. Shelf below. Carpet. Size 9ft x 8ft 6 (2.75 x 2.58m).
BEDROOM 3
Spacious double bedroom with Velux window to front providing lovely sea views. Interested parties should note that en-suite facilities could be easily added to this room and the plumbing is close by. Contemporary panel radiator. Carpet. Size 17ft 4 x 8ft 7 (5.28 x 2.61m).
SERVICES
Mains water and electricity. Drainage to a septic tank. Oil Central heating. Broadband connection.
GARDEN
The garden surrounding the house has been very nicely laid out and has a spacious parking area to the rear and side. The garden is enclosed with attractive ranch style fencing and gates provide access. The front garden is well planted with flowering shrubs and bushes and pretty gravel pathways lead around the house. A raised paved patio area has recently been formed. Neat lawn to the side. Gate to shore.
OUTBUILDINGS
Detached stone workshop located to the side of the house. Fitted workbench. Roof storage. Concrete floor. Power connected. Size 17ft 4 x 8ft 7 (5.28 x 2.61m).
Timber garden shed situated in side garden.
POST CODE
IV40 8BB
COUNCIL TAX
Band E.
AGENCY RATING
This property has character and charm and provides a most comfortable home in a pretty highland hamlet. Viewing is necessary to fully appreciate the stunning location and interior ambience.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with this agency.
ENTRY
By mutual agreement.
PRICE
Offers over £230,000 are invited and such offers should be submitted in proper legal form 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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