Property description

Hawthorn Cottage is a stylish 1.5 storey, 3 bedroom traditional, extended croft house offered in excellent order throughout and situated in an elevated position within mature garden grounds of approximately half acre. Enjoying panoramic views of Uig Bay, this property offers the opportunity to acquire a well located character home suitable as a main residence or for holidays.

Call RE/MAX today to view on 01471 822900 to arrange your viewing appointment.

Property comprises:

Ground Floor: Open Entrance Hall, Lounge, Kitchen, Utility Room, Bedroom, Shower Room

First Floor: Landing, 2 Bedrooms

External: Landscaped Gardens, Summer House, Large Garden Shed.

Hawthorn Cottage, 24 Idrigill, Isle of Skye IV51 9XU

LOCATION: The pretty fishing village of Uig is to be found in the Trotternish peninsula in the north of Skye, sheltering in front of the basaltic coastline cliffs along a horseshoe shaped bay. Walking in this area is a must, with the famous Trotternish Ridge close by, taking in the Quiraing in the north to the Old Man of Storr further south. The area is rich in wildlife with regular sightings of golden eagles, sea eagles and the elusive corncrake, otters and dolphins.  

The village of Uig has facilities such as grocers shop, Post Office, petrol station and shop, pottery, hotels, and the ferry to the Outer Isles. Portree the island’s capital is approximately 15 miles south.

ACCOMMODATION: Hawthorn Cottage is offered in walk-in condition and benefits from LPG fired central heating with a new boiler recently installed which carries the remainder of a 7 year guarantee and is fitted with a Smart Nest thermostat which can be controlled from a mobile phone.  The shower room has also been recently refitted and new carpets laid throughout.  Access is via a slabbed pathway with numerous steps leading up to the property. The summer house has previously been used as a studio.

EXTERNAL:

TIMBER SUMMER HOUSE: With fitted storage and power

TIMBER STORE SHED: With power

GARDEN

A pull-in to the front of the property offers off-road parking. Steps lead up through well stocked and well maintained mature terraced gardens extending to approximately 0.5 acre (to be confirmed by title plan). The property also has pedestrian access from the upper road.

EXTRAS

Included in the sale are all fitted floorcoverings, blinds and integrated kitchen appliances.

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

COUNCIL TAX: The current council tax is band B

HOME REPORT: Available by contacting the RE/MAX Skye office

EPC Rating: E (46)

DIRECTIONS: In Uig, take the A855 road to Staffin. Turn left at the signpost to Idrigill. Hawthorn Cottage is situated approximately 400m along this lane. The parking bay lies just past the hedge.

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.

Open plan hallway
Upvc door with glazed insert, 'V' lined to dado height, radiator, fitted carpet, access to bedroom, lounge, shower room and stairs to upper floor.

Lounge - 13' 9'' x 11' 11'' (4.20m x 3.64m)
Open access from hallway, large window to front elevation with view to Uig Bay and window seat with cupboards under, feature 'inglenook style' fireplace with tiled hearth, wooden mantle and multi-fuel stove, painted stone wall, large built-in storage cupboard, beamed ceiling, ceiling down lights, radiator, fitted carpet, access to kitchen:

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 14' 8'' x 6' 8'' (4.47m x 2.04m)
A bright galley style kitchen with two windows to rear elevation and two Velux windows to rear. Comprehensive range of contemporary wall and base units with wooden work tops over, stainless steel sink, 4 ring electric hob with cooker under (recently replaced with Siemens appliances), integrated fridge and dishwasher, breakfast bar with range of shallow cupboards under, 'V' lining to walls, tiling to splash backs, radiator, wood laminate floor, uPVC frosted glazed door to side, open access to utility room:

Utility room - 9' 3'' x 9' 7'' (2.81m x 2.92m)
Window to front elevation, extensive range of wall, base and full length cupboards, work top, stainless steel sink, plumbed and space for washing machine and tumble drier, space for fridge/freezer, tiling to splash backs, Worcester boiler for central heating, 'V' lining to walls and ceiling, radiator, tiled floor, uPVC glazed door to rear:

Bedroom One - 12' 0'' x 13' 11'' (3.65m x 4.25m)
Large window to front elevation with window seat and cupboards under, shallow built-in cupboard, 'V' lining to walls and ceiling, radiator, fitted carpet.

Shower Room - 5' 7'' x 6' 11'' (1.69m x 2.12m)
(2.12m is at widest point)Frosted window to rear elevation, built-in wet room style shower cabinet with 'drench' shower head, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, range of shallow built-in cupboards, ceiling spotlight cluster, heated towel rail, wood effect laminate flooring.

Stairs and Upper Landing
Wooden staircase from open hallway area rises to upper landing, vaulted beamed ceiling, built-in cupboard, radiator, fitted carpet, access to two bedrooms:

Bedroom Two - 11' 8'' x 12' 10'' (3.56m x 3.92m)
(3.56m is under coombs)A delightful light room with two double length Velux windows to front elevation with views to Uig Bay, vaulted beamed ceiling, ample built-in coombs storage, feature painted stone wall, part 'V' lining to walls, radiator, fitted carpet.

Bedroom Three
(Currently used as a dressing room)(3.56m is under coombs) Two double length Velux windows to front elevation with views to Uig Bay, vaulted beamed ceiling, feature painted stone wall, part 'V' lining to walls, built-in coombs storage ,radiator, fitted carpet.

Property Features :

• Stylish 3 bed character cottage
• Kitchen, Utility, Lounge, Shower Room
• Elevated position with panoramic views to Uig Bay
• Half acre garden with summer house & shed
• LPG central heating, radiators, new boiler