Property description
Hawthorn Dene, 4 Torrin, Isle of Skye, IV49 9BA
RE/MAX Skye is delighted to present to the market Hawthorn Dene a traditional 1.5 storey, 2 or 3 bedroom property situated within generous enclosed garden grounds in the popular township of Torrin, south Skye and enjoying superb mountain and countryside views. This charming cottage is in good order throughout having undergone substantial recent renovation but still retains the original croft house character. Hawthorn Dene would make an excellent family home or holiday home.
Call RE/MAX on 01471 822900 to arrange to view today!
Property comprises:
GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Porch, Lounge, 2nd Reception/ Bedroom 3, Kitchen/Dining, Rear Porch
UPPER FLOOR: Landing, 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom
EXTERNAL: Private Gardens, Large Detached Stone Outbuilding, Off Road Parking Area
LOCATION: The small crofting township of Torrin is situated in the South-West corner of Skye, halfway between Broadford and Elgol, with wonderful views to the Red and the Black Cullin Mountains, which are spectacular whatever the weather! The Blue Shed Cafe is open seasonally where you can sit and enjoy a coffee and some wonderful home baking while taking in the surrounding breathtaking views. The nearest village is Broadford 5 miles away, which has all main amenities including a large supermarket, bank, health centre, hospital, pharmacy, petrol station, hotels, post office, and shops. Torrin also has a lovely sandy beach with Loch Slapin lapping its shores. Many walks, abundant wildlife and bird life can also be found here. The school bus to the primary school at Broadford (where they have English & Gaelic language medium classes) picks up from outside your door, as does the High School bus for taking pupils to Portree, the Island's capital 32 miles away.
ACCOMMODATION: Hawthorn Dene was built in circa 1922 and extends to some 75m2, the property has Norscot double glazing, oil fired central heating and a multi-fuel stove in the lounge. The house also has external security bulkhead lamps on all sides and PIR sensor security lighting.
ENTRANCE PORCH: Approx. 1.88m x 1.18m
Multi-pane glazed door, window to side elevation, ‘V’ lining to dado height, oil fired central heating boiler, ceramic tile floor, door to side elevation with two glazed panels, access to hallway.
HALLWAY: Approx. 2.15m x 1.12m
Under stair cupboard, ‘V’ lining to walls and ceiling, radiator, ceramic tile floor, access to lounge, 2nd reception room, stairs to upper floor.
RECEPTION ROOM/ BEDROOM 3: Approx. 3.97m x 2.92m
Deep sill window to front elevation, feature open fire place (not currently used) with exposed stone work, stone hearth and wooden surround, radiator, fitted carpet.
LOUNGE: Approx. 3.96m x 3.06m
Deep sill window to front elevation, ‘V’ lining to ceiling and one wall, fireplace with exposed stone work, stone hearth, wooden surround and inset log burner, radiator, fitted carpet, access to kitchen/dining room.
KITCHEN/ DINING ROOM: Approx. 4.34m x 2.56m (at widest points)
Window to rear elevation with mountain and countryside views, range of country style wall and base units, stainless steel sink, integrated electric oven with four ring Halogen hob and stainless steel extractor over, hard wired heat sensor linked to smoke detector on upper floor landing, space for fridge/freezer, tiling to splash backs, two ceiling spot light tracks, radiator, ceramic tile floor, space for table and chairs.
REAR PORCH: Approx. 1.60m x 1.02m (at widest point)
Window to rear elevation, ‘V’ lined to dado height, ceramic tile floor, open access to kitchen/dining room, door to rear garden.
STAIRS & UPPER FLOOR LANDING: Storage cupboard under stairway, carpeted stairs rise with ‘V’ lining to walls, skylight to front elevation, hard wired smoke detector linked to heat sensor in kitchen, ‘V’ lining to dado height, two generous built-in cupboards (one containing modern hot water tank and the other containing modern electrical consumer unit and trip switches), radiator, loft hatch, loft lighting, access to bedrooms and bathroom.
BEDROOM 1: Approx. 3.94m (under coombs) x 3.16m
Deep sill window to front elevation with countryside views, ceiling down lights, radiator, fitted carpet.
BEDROOM 2: Approx. 3.99m (under coombs) x 2.43m
Deep sill window to front elevation with countryside views, ceiling down lights, radiator, fitted carpet.
BATHROOM: Approx. 2.10m x 2.10m
Window to rear elevation, , pedestal and wash hand basin, WC, ceramic white steel bath, Mira Sport 10.8kW electric shower with shower rail over bath, extractor fan, shaver point, built-in linen cupboard, fully tiled walls, ceiling downlights, radiator, ceramic tile floor.
EXTERNAL:
LARGE STONE OUTBUILDING: Power(includes modern electric consumer unit with trip switches), water supply, bulkhead lights on all sides and external PIR security lights, sink unit with running tap water, plumbing for washing machine, work bench with spot lights and storage cupboards. The outbuilding benefits from a variety of double power points throughout.
GARDENS: A graveled area for off road parking is situated adjacent to the outbuilding, access to the pretty gardens is via a pedestrian gate, the gardens are laid mainly to grass with mature trees and shrubs and enjoy views to Beinn na Caillich and Bla Bhein (Blaven) in the Cuillin mountain range.
DIRECTIONS: Head from the Skye Bridge towards Broadford on the A87, in Broadford take the left turn by the Broadford Hotel signposted to Torrin, continue on this road until you reach the village, Hawthorn Dene is situated on the right hand side, there is a RE/MAX sign on the property.
EXTRAS: Fitted floor coverings and items as specified in the kitchen.
SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, drainage to septic tank.
COUNCIL TAX: The current council tax is band C
EPC Rating: E (40)
ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.
VIEWING: Viewing of this property is essential to be fully appreciated. Viewing can be arranged by calling Christine Brett on 01471 822900 or by e-mailing remaxskye@aol.co.uk
OFFERS: Should be submitted in proper legal Scottish form to RE/MAX Skye Estate Agents, Main Street, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9AE. Fax no. 01471 822950.
INTEREST: It is important that your solicitor notifies this office of your interest otherwise the property may be sold without your knowledge.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: These particulars are prepared on the basis of information provided by our clients. We have not tested the electrical system or any electrical appliances, nor where applicable, any central heating system. All sizes are recorded by electronic tape measurement to give an indicative, approximate size only. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries - no warranty is given or implied. This schedule is not intended to, and does not form any contract.
Property Features :
- Recently upgraded 2 or 3 bedroom cottage
- Original croft house character has been retained
- Oil fired central heating, multi-fuel stove in lounge
- Garden with stone outbuilding
- Located in Torrin, 5 miles from Broadford, south Skye