DECEPTIVELY SPACIOUS DETACHED 1 1/2 STOREY WELL MAINTAINED PROPERTY. COMPLETED IN 1992 THE SUBJECTS BENEFIT FROM TIMBER DOUBLE GLAZING, LPG CENTRAL HEATING AND ALL MODERN CONVENIENCES ASSOCIATED WITH A PROPERTY OF THIS AGE. THE SUBSTANTIAL PROPERTY PROVIDES A MODERN FAMILY HOME OR IS IDEAL FOR BED AND BREAKFAST TRADE IF SO WISHED. MUST BE VIEWED TO BE APPRECIATED.
ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES: VESTIBULE, HALLWAY, SITTING, DINING, KITCHEN, UTILITY, BATHROOM, 2 BEDROOMS – 1 EN-SUITE, BEDROOM/OFFICE ON THE GROUND FLOOR. STAIRS LEAD TO THE UPPER FLOOR LANDING AND 3 FURTHER BEDROOMS, ONE WITH EN-SUITE, AND SHOWER ROOM.
DESCRIPTION
Located in the very friendly village of Auchtertyre the subjects offer an excellent opportunity to purchase a substantial detached 5/6 bedroom property in a beautiful location and setting. Completed in 1992 Caladh Solas is a modern property benefitting from timber double glazing and LPG central heating. The property is well presented, bright, fresh and decorated in modern tones throughout, making it an ideal family home, however can also provide the opportunity for bed and breakfast trade due to the layout. Set out over two floors the accommodation comprises: - entrance vestibule, hallway, sitting, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, 2 bedroom and bedroom/office on the ground floor. Stairs lead off to the upper floor and there are 3 further bedrooms, one en-suite and a shower room. There is ample storage throughout. Although currently set out as five bedrooms plus office, the layout provides flexibility of use for any purchaser. The property stands in a well maintained garden area extending to ¼ acre or thereby (to be confirmed with title) which is mainly to lawn well planted with mature trees, bushes and shrubs, from which there are picturesque views of the surrounding hills and greenery. The driveway provides ample parking space to the side.
LOCATION
Auchtertyre is a small friendly township situated in a beautiful part of the Highlands, surrounded by hills, woodland and mountains, providing spectacular scenery – whatever the weather. It is well positioned to take advantage of the outdoor pursuits that the area has to offer, including many mountain and coastal walks and with climbing and water activities. Nearest facilities are at Balmacara just 2 miles away where you will find a village shop and post office. Auchtertyre is also conveniently placed for the excellent amenities that the larger settlement of Kyle some 4 miles away, has to offer including a supermarket, shops, garage, Post office, hairdressers and with facilities of a leisure centre, modern medical practice and dentists. Primary schooling is available in Auchtertyre with secondary schooling in nearby Plockton. Kyle also provides easy access to the Skye Bridge and to the many places of interest that the Isle of Skye has to offer. A regular train service operates out of Kyle to Inverness the capital of the Highlands some 82 miles to the east.
ACCOMMODATION
A paved pathway leads up to the timber part glazed door with glazed side screen and the accommodation within is as follows:
ENTRANCE VESTIBULE
Attractive glazed door with side screen gives access to L-shaped hallway. Tiled floor. Size 4’ 10” x 3’ 7” (1.48m x 1.09m).
HALLWAY
Welcoming L-shaped area provides access to ground floor rooms and carpeted staircase leads off to the upper floor. Large storage cupboards. Radiator. Solid oak flooring. Size 4’ 6” x 11’ 5” (1.38m x 3.48m) and 16’ 10” x 3’ 7” (5.14m x 1.09m).
SITTINGROOM
Glass panelled door leads into the spacious bright room with picture window to front and smaller window to side. Wide opening through to dining area allowing for plenty of natural light throughout. Balance flue gas fire. Radiator x 2. Solid oak flooring. Size 13’ 9”x 15’ 1” (4.19m x 4.59m)
DINING AREA
Patio windows out towards rear garden, plus large window to side. Door off to kitchen. Radiator. Solid oak flooring. Size 9’ 5” x 10’ 4” (2.87m x 3.14m).
KITCHEN
Fully fitted with good selection of light oak fronted wall and base units with toning worktops over. Built-in 5 ring gas hob with extractor hood above, plus double electric oven. 1 ½ sink with drainer and mixer tap. Space for fridge and dishwasher. Contrasting tiled splashbacks. Large window to rear and door off to utility room. Ceiling spotlights. Radiator. Teak parquet flooring. Size 9’ 3” x 10’ 4” (2.81m x 3.14m).
UTILITY
Accessed via the kitchen, hallway and external rear door the utility area provides space for changing footwear, coats etc. Matching wall and base units with space for appliances, and, also housing the central heating boiler. Single sink with drainer. Teak parquet flooring. Size 5’ 3” x 7’ 4” (1.59m x 2.24m)
BEDROOM ONE/OFFICE
Currently used as an office but designed as a bedroom in the original plans, therefore provides flexibility of use. Storage cupboard. Window to front. Radiator. Carpet. Size 7’ 3” x 10’ 5” (2.21m x 3.17m)
BEDROOM TWO – MASTER BEDROOM
Double bedroom with two double built in wardrobes providing hanging and storage space. Window to front. Door off to en-suite. Radiator. Solid oak flooring. Size 11’ 10” x 11’ 1” (3.60m x 3.37m).
EN-SUITE
White 3 piece suite comprising W.C. wash hand basin and tiled shower cubicle with folding door and electric shower. Frosted window to side. Light with shaver point. Solid oak flooring. Size 3’ 5” x 5’ 5” (1.04m x 1.55m).
BEDROOM THREE
Another bedroom with large window to rear and 2 storage cupboards providing hanging and storage. Carpet. Size 10’ 4” x 10’ 11” (3.16m x 3.32m)
BATHROOM
White 3 piece suite comprising W.C. wash hand basin and bath with part tiling. Pine accessories. Frosted window to rear. Light with shaver point. Radiator. Carpet. Size 5’ 1” x 10 4” (1.53m x 3.16m)
UPPERFLOOR
Carpeted staircase leads to the upper landing area and access off to 3 bedrooms and shower room. Spacious landing currently used as the library area, with shelving for books etc. Velux window. Carpet. Size 19’ 8” x 6’ (5.99m x `.82m) into coomb.
BEDROOM FOUR
Currently set up as a single bedroom but offers flexibility of use, such as office area. Velux to front. Hatch to loft. Radiator. Carpet. Size 9’ 7” x 7’ 5” (2.92m x 2.26m).
BEDROOM FIVE
Double bedroom with shelving into front facing window recess. Blind. Cloakroom wash hand basin. Double wardrobe with storage and hanging. Radiator. Door to en-suite. Carpet. Size 11’ 10” x 8’ 9” (3.61m x 2.67m) and 10’ 8” (3.24m) at widest.
EN-SUITE
White 2 piece suite comprising W.C. and shower cubicle with electric shower and tiling. Shelving created into coomb in order to create feature and maximise space. Radiator. Carpet. Size 4’ 8” x 5’ 9” (1.41m x 1.74m) into coomb.
BEDROOM SIX
Another large bedroom with window to front. 2 double wardrobes for storage and hanging. Radiator. Carpet. Size 11’ 9” x10’ 7” (3.59m x 3.22m) into coomb and 13’ 2” (4.02m) into window recess.
SHOWER ROOM
Modern white 3 piece suite comprising W.C. wash hand basin and shower cubicle with electric shower and tiling. Tinted shower screen. Pine accessories. Velux window to front. Radiator. Carpet. Size 5’ 11” x 7’ 4” (1.81m x 2.24m) into coomb.
GARDEN AREA/OUTBUILDINGS/WORKSHOP
An extensive enclosed garden area c.¼ acre or thereby (to be confirmed with title) surrounds the property and is accessed from the quiet township road through double metal gates onto the driveway. In addition a pedestrian gateway leads from the public footpath onto the paved pathway towards the front door. The garden is laid mainly to lawn and is well planted with mature trees, including apple and pear trees, shrubs and bushes which have been creatively placed to provide privacy.
Front Garden
The garden to the rear has a gradual incline and has been staged in levels to provide areas of interest. A wooden shed/workship with Perspex lean-to provide storage areas. The shed is supplied with power and lighting. There is ample parking space to the side of the subjects.
Front of Property
Rear of Property
Quiet township Road
SERVICES
Mains water drainage and electricity.
VIEWING - Strictly by appointment with this agency
ENTRY - By mutual agreement
POSTCODE - IV40 8EG
COUNCIL TAX BAND - E
PRICE
Offers over £245,000 are invited and such offers should be submitted in proper Scottish legal terms to:- |
