Property description

Ivy Cottage & Ceiteag’s Vintage Scottish Tea Rooms, 2 Lephin, Glendale, IV55 8WJ

RE/MAX Skye is pleased to present to the market the prospect for a fantastic lifestyle change in the scenic Duirnish Peninsula in the north west of Skye.  Ceiteag’s Vintage Scottish Tea Room and Ivy Cottage comprises an established and thriving business along with a 3 bedroom detached home set within generous garden grounds, well situated on the main tourist route not far from the renowned attraction of Neist Point.  The Tea Room enjoys a full table licence and also currently has an antique/curio shop within. This rarely available opportunity offers great scope for further development. Call RE/MAX Skye today to arrange your viewing appointment on 01471 822900.

LOCATION: Lephin is a small and thriving community in the popular Glendale area on the Duirinish Peninsula situated approximately 28 miles to the north west of Portree. Local amenities include Community Centre, village shop and Post Office. This is an area rich in places of interest including Neist Point Lighthouse, Dunvegan Castle, Borreraig Park Piping Museum and the MacCrimmon Cairn, a memorial to the MacCrimmon family who served the MacLeods of Dunvegan for over three hundred years in unbroken succession.  Also close by are breathtaking coral beaches and MacLeods Tables Mountains.  Local walks take you to quiet bays, waterfalls, river pools and deserted village ruins.  Rich in wildlife and beauty, the area offers numerous opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as hillwalking, fishing, sailing and cycling. Further local amenities can be found in Dunvegan about 7 miles away.

Ivy Cottage comprises:

GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Porch, Hallway, Lounge, Kitchen/Dining Room, Bathroom, Bedroom

UPPER FLOOR: 2 Bedrooms

EXTERNAL: Enclosed Garden Grounds

ACCOMMODATION: Located in the heart of Glendale, Ivy Cottage is a modern 1.5 storey well maintained three bedroom property, with solid fuel heating to radiators on the ground floor. Situated within generous garden grounds of approximately 1/3 acre (to be confirmed by title plan), there are views from the garden and side elevations to Loch Pooltiel. The café and shop is located adjacent, convenient for running the business.

ENTRANCE PORCH: Approx.1.00m x 0.89m

Two steps rise to door to front elevation, laminate flooring, access to hallway

HALLWAY: Approx.2.87m x 0.89m

Multi-pane glazed door, two built-in storage cupboards, laminate flooring, access to lounge, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.

LOUNGE: Approx. 4.73m x 4.09m

Multi-pane glazed door, picture window to side elevation offering views to Loch Pooltiel, open fire with back boiler in painted brick surround, fitted carpet, access to kitchen and stairs to upper floor.

KITCHEN: Approx. 4.53m x 1.88m (at widest point)

Windows to front and side elevations, good range of country-style fitted wall and base units with coordinating work top over, stainless steel sink, integrated oven, ceramic four ring hob, space for fridge and freezer, plumbing and space for dishwasher and washing machine, tiling to splash backs, two ceiling spot light clusters, radiator, laminate flooring.

BEDROOM 1: Approx. 3.61m x 2.65m: Window to side elevation, double built-in wardrobe with sliding mirror doors, radiator, fitted carpet.

BATHROOM: Approx. 2.66m x 2.18m: Frosted window to side elevation, bath with electric Mira shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, part tiled, radiator, laminate floor.

STAIRS: Wooden stairs rise from the lounge to a small landing area, fitted carpet, access to two bedrooms.

BEDROOM 2: Approx. 4.08m x 2.66m: Window to side elevation, built-in shelving, fitted carpet, combed ceiling.

BEDROOM 3: Approx. 4.55m x 4.06m: Generous ‘L’ shaped room, window to side elevation, under coomb storage, fitted carpet, access to loft. (This room has the potential for the addition of an en-suite shower room, subject to normal consents being obtained).

EXTERNAL: Sitting within generous garden grounds of approximately 1/3 acre (to be confirmed by title deeds), currently laid mainly to grass, a gravel driveway at the front offering ample off road parking.

EXTRAS: Included in the sale are fitted floor coverings, integrated appliances, other items may be available to purchase by separate negotiation.

COUNCIL TAX: Band C

EPC Rating: E (53)

Ceiteag’s Vintage Scottish Tea Rooms & Shop:

Comprises: Tea Room (Two Dining Areas), Kitchen, Male & Female Cloakrooms, Shop, Store Room

ACCOMMODATION: Ceiteag’s Tea Room & Shop has been trading as a seasonal Scottish Tea Room for the last three years and offers seating for 40+ covers, currently opening from May to September, 6 days a week 11am until late afternoon.  There is ample scope to develop the business by offering a more extensive menu and/or evening meals. The retail space also lends itself to a variety of uses. Trading figures are available for serious buyers.

TEA ROOM:

SMALLER DINING AREA: Approx. 4.9m x 3.42m (at widest point)

Glazed external door, window to front elevation, built-in bench seating, fitted carpet, access to male and female cloakrooms, open access to main dining area.

CLOAKROOMS: Approx. 2.39m x 1.20m: Window to rear elevation, wash hand basin, WC.

CLOAKS AREA: Approx. 1.51m x 1.55m: Hanging space, Karndean flooring, access to cloakroom

MAIN DINING AREA: Approx. 7.76m x 5.96m

This spacious and light area has two large windows to the front elevation, built-in display shelving, fitted carpet, open access to kitchen and retail area, multi-paned glazed door to front elevation.

RETAIL AREA: Approx. 5.95m x 5.08m

Two windows to rear elevation, currently operating as an antique/curio shop but also offering locally produced items, range of built-in display shelving, fitted carpet, door to side elevation.

STORE ROOM: Approx. 2.20m x 2.11m

KITCHEN: Approx. 5.57m x 4.18m (at widest points)

Two windows to rear elevation, separated into two areas a good sized ‘L’ shaped kitchen, range of worktops and storage shelving, three stainless steel sinks, hand wash basin, two electric ovens, range of other catering equipment.

EXTERNAL

SMALL STORE: Approx. 2.00m x 1.44m

To the front elevation of the tea room are a range of wooden benches for al fresco dining.

SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, drainage to septic tank.

EXTRAS: Ceiteags Tea Room and Shop is being sold as seen with the exception of a few personal items, stock if required will be sold at valuation, a full inventory of items can be made available on request.

CURRENT RATEABLE VALUE: Currently 100% relief under the Small Business Bonus Scheme.

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: To be submitted in proper legal Scottish form to RE/MAX Skye Estate Agents, Main St, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9AE. Fax: 01471 822950

INTEREST: It is important that your solicitor notifies this office of your interest otherwise the property may be sold without your knowledge.

Property Features :

• Cafe, shop and 3 bedroom detached house
• Fantastic lifestyle opportunity
• North west Skye location on main tourist route
• Seasonal business with good turnover
• Call for more information and to arrange a viewing