A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE A COLLECTION OF BUILDINGS, PARTS OF WHICH ARE BELIEVED TO DATE BACK TO THE 1600’s, FORMERLY USED AS STABLES TO THE NEIGHBOURING KINGSBURGH HOUSE.
FULL PLANNING PERMISSION WAS GRANTED UNDER PLANNING REFERENCE 04/00120/FULSL FOR THE CONVERSION OF THE BUILDINGS TO FORM A SUBSTANTIAL FAMILY HOME.
THE STABLES SITE IN A GENEROUS SITE EXTENDING TO APPROXIMATELY 0.5 ACRE OR THEREBY TO BE CONFIRMED BY TITLE DEED.
The subjects for sale offer a rare opportunity to purchase a collection of old buildings in a quite rural location with stunning views across croft land down to the shores of Loch Snizort Beag, looking towards Lyndale and with a view of MacLeod’s Tables.
The buildings offered for sale form part of the original stable block for the neighbouring Kingsburgh House. Parts of the buildings are believed to date back to the 1600’s and may even have been visited by Bonnie Prince Charlie himself!
Full planning permission was granted under planning reference 04/00120/FULSL for the conversion of the buildings into a substantial family home. Whilst this consent has now lapsed, the principle for the development has been established.
The development offers the opportunity for use as a substantial family home or to tap into the lucrative holiday letting market.
LOCATION:
In an island renowned for spectacular scenery, the township of Kingsburgh enjoys a glorious setting and yet is conveniently located for the facilities in Portree the Island’s capital some 8 miles south or Uig, the nearest village just 6 miles further north. Both primary and secondary schooling are available in Portree as are supermarkets, shops, hotels, restaurants, leisure facilities and a cottage hospital. Uig also has a grocers/bakers shop, hotels and is the main ferry terminus connecting Skye to the Outer Hebrides.
PLANNING CONSENT:
Full planning consent was granted under planning reference 04/00120/FULSL dated 14 June 2004 for the conversion of the buildings in to a dwelling house. Whilst this consent has lapsed, the principle for development has been established. Any queries with regard to planning in relation to this development should be addressed, preferably in writing, to the Local Planning Authority, The Highland Council, Kings House, The Green, Portree, Isle of Skye. Telephone number 01478 612412. Please note that the planning office operate an appointment system and prior to calling into the office enquirers are advised to telephone first to confirm that a planning office would available.
VIEWINGS:
Strictly by appointment through this office.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE BUILDINGS ARE UNSAFE AND EXTREME CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN VIEWING. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND ENTERING THE BUILDINGS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
DIRECTIONS:
Take the A87 out of Portree heading towards Uig. After approximately 7-8 miles you will take a left hand turn signposted Kingsburgh. Follow this road and you will come to a T junction. Take the right hand turn and keeping right follow this road for approximately 1/2 mile. The Stables will be located on you left, below the township road, and clearly identified by one of our ‘For Sale’ boards.
ENTRY DATE:
By mutual agreement.
PRICE
Offers in the region of £95,000 are invited and such offers should be submitted in proper Scottish legal terms to:-
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