TOTALLY RENOVATED WELL PRESENTED TRADITIONAL EXTENDED 1 ½ STOREY
PROPERTY, SITUATED IN THE CROFTING TOWNSHIP OF CALCARY ON THE POPULAR SLEAT PENINSULA, FROM WHICH THERE ARE FAR REACHING VIEWS ACROSS THE
AREA TOWARDS THE SOUND OF SLEAT AND THE MAINLAND BEYOND. BURNSIDE
OFFERS A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE A LOVELY PROPERTY IN A FANTASTIC
LOCATION IN ‘WALK-IN’ CONDITION THAT PROVIDES A LOVELY FAMILY HOME, HOLIDAY RETREAT OR POTENTIAL INCOME FROM HOLIDAY LETTING.
VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
The subjects for sale comprise of a well presented 1 ½ storey traditional extended stone built property, located in a very scenic and peaceful setting in the pretty crofting area of Calgary on the popular Sleat peninsula. Burnside was totally renovated and modernised in 2007 and has
resulted in a lovely family home that provides all the convenience of modern day living and, yet still retains the charm and character of a traditional cottage with many of the original features
being retained, including v-lining to walls and ceilings, deep window ledges illustrating the
thickness of the stone walls and 4 panelled interior doors. The property also benefits from Upvc
windows, oil central heating with combi- boiler and a multi fuel stove in the sitting room for
additional heating if so required. Internally the accommodation comprises: - Entrance porch, hallway, sitting room, kitchen/dining room and bedroom/study on the ground floor and with 2 bedrooms and bathroom on the upper floor. A large garden area surrounds the property extending to
approximately 0.4 acre (to be confirmed with title) and is laid mainly to lawn and there is a large stone bothy that provides flexibility of use. From the property there are excellent widespread views across the area and the Sound of Sleat to the mainland beyond with Knoydart, Mallaig and Ardnamurchan clearly visible. Burnside presents purchasers the opportunity for a lovely home, holiday retreat or could be ideal as a holiday let if so wished.
LOCATION
Calgary is friendly crofting village situated on the south of the island on the popular Sleat
peninsula, with the area providing peace and tranquillity. Nearest facilities are in the village of
Ardvasar some ½ mile away and here you will find a general shop and hotel. Armadale is close by and here you will find a garage, petrol station, post office and a few craft shops, along with the terminal for the Armadale to Mallaig ferry which offers a regular service, so making easier
connection to the mainland. Sabhal Mor Ostaig the Gaelic college, primary school and medical
centre are approximately 2 miles away. The nearest main village of Broadford is some 16 miles to the north and provides all the enhanced amenities you would expect of a thriving community including a supermarket, petrol station, bank, launderette, hairdresser and hotel bars and
restaurants. Facilities also include a cottage hospital, medical centre and primary school.
Secondary schooling is available in Portree the Islands capital which is approx. 35 miles away.
Take the road into Ardvasar village passing the hotel on the right and follow the road out to Aird for about ½ mile. On the right hand side you will see Sleat Furnishing Services – take the next right turning and follow the lane. Burnside is the 1st house on the left.
ACCOMMODATION
A gravel pathway leads to the front porch and a solid timber door provides entry into the subjects. The accommodation within comprises:-
ENTRANCE PORCH
Nice bright area with
windows to the front and side from which there are excellent widespread views. Ample space for changing coats and footwear etc. Vinyl flooring. Size 5 x 7’ 5” (1.53m x 2.25m)
HALLWAY
Door with two glazed panels lead into the entrance hallway. Purpose built under stair cupboards provide
plenty of storage space and maximise
good use of the space. Doors off to sitting room, bedroom 3/study and a carpeted
stairway leads to the upper floor. Radiator.
Carpet. Size 5’ 1” x 3’ 6” (1.54m x 1.06m).
SITTING ROOM
Nice cosy room with window to front with pole over and from which there are views out across the garden, croftland and out to the towards the Sound of Sleat, Mallaig and Knoydart on the mainland. Multi fuel stove set on Cathness slate hearth. Feature v-lining to ceiling and 3 walls with 4 panelled interior door. Radiator. Carpet. Size 12’ 6” x 9’ 6 (3.80m x 2.89m)
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM
Pretty cottage style modern kitchen with selection of cream fronted wall and base units with solid wood worktops over. Belfast sink with mixer tap. Fitted washer/drier and space for appliances. Ceiling spotlights. Part v-lined walls. Window to rear. Timber ‘stable’ door to side gives access out to garden area. Radiator. Vinyl flooring. Size 7’ 11” x 14’ 3” (2.41m x 4.35m) at narrowest and 10’ 2” (3.11m) into door recess.
BEDROOM 1/STUDY/2ND RECEPTION ROOM
Downstair room providing flexibility of use including bedroom, study or second reception room . The fireplace area has been blocked off and could be opened up again (subject to the usual checks) should purchaser wish to do so. Window to front with pole over. V-lining to ceiling and walls. Radiator. Carpet. Size 10’ 2” x 12’ 8” (3.11m x 3.85m)
UPPER LANDING
Feature spindled stairway provides access to the upper floor. Large landing area divided by the staircase with one side providing a very useful and pretty storage area, with the other giving
access to 2 bedrooms and bathroom.
UPPER LANDING; CONTINUED.
2 fitted cupboards provide space for hanging and
storage. Part v-lined. Velux window over provides natural light. Meter cupboard.
Hatch to loft.
Radiator. Carpet.
BEDROOM TWO
Double bedroom with dormer window out to front. The original fireplace is visible and has been boarded off with mantel. V-lined ceiling and walls. Radiator. Carpet. Size 10’ 3” x 14’ (3.13m x 4.27m) into coomb.
BEDROOM THREE
Another double bedroom with dormer window out to front. The original fireplace is visible and has been boarded off with mantel. V-lined ceiling and walls. Radiator. Carpet. Size 9’ 11” x 14’ (3.01m x 4.27m) into coomb.
BATHROOM
Modern bathroom with white three piece suite comprising W.C., wash hand basin, traditional bath with shower over and screen. Chrome electric towel rail. Part V-lined and tiled walls. Frosted
window to rear. Built in storage cupboard. Vinyl flooring. Size 6’ 8” x 7’ 7” (2.02m x 2.30m) at
narrowest and 8’ 3” (2.51m) at widest into recess.
GARDEN
Entry onto the subjects is via a large metal and pedestrian gates, with parking available directly adjacent off the quiet country lane. A fully enclosed extensive garden area surrounds the property which overall extends to approximately 0.4 acre (or thereby to be confirmed with title) and is mainly laid to lawn with several trees and flower areas to the rear, along with a pretty burn . The garden slopes gently down to the front and leads to the stone bothy. A few remains of a previous old bothy are alongside the existing upgraded bothy and provide potential to create a lovely
landscaped feature area if purchasers so wished.
View from end of garden
View from garden across surrounding croftland with mainland in the distance.
OUTBUILDING
A large stone bothy/workshop with concrete floor is situated to the front and more recently has undergone upgrade works with a new galvanised roof installed. Although currently used mainly for storage, it does however offer flexibility of use. A wood store and coal bunker complete the external fixtures.
AGENCY NOTE
Burnside offers purchasers a rare opportunity to acquire a lovely traditional extended property in a pretty crofting township that has been fully renovated and is ‘walk in’ condition. The property provides a beautiful family home, holiday retreat or potential income from holiday letting.
SERVICES - Mains water and electricity. Drainage to septic tank.
VIEWING - Strictly by appointment with this agency
ENTRY - By mutual agreement
POSTCODE - IV45 8RU
COUNCIL TAX BAND - D
PRICE
Offers over £180,000 are invited and such offers should be submitted in proper Scottish legal terms to:-
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