Property description
RE/MAX Skye presents to the market 7 Vatten a traditional, extended 1.5 storey, 3 or 4 bedroom (1 en-suite) property set within slightly elevated enclosed garden grounds and enjoying views to Loch Bracadale and beyond. Situated in the small township of Vatten located not far from Dunvegan in the north-west of Skye, the configuration of this deceptively spacious cottage would lend itself to variety of uses.
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7 Vatten, Isle of Skye, IV55 8ZE
Property comprises:
GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Porch, Hallway, 2nd Reception Room/ Bedroom 4, Bathroom, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Central Hallway, Bedroom (En-Suite), Large Utility Room, Rear Porch, Cloakroom.
FIRST FLOOR 1: Landing, 2 Bedrooms.
FIRST FLOOR 2: Lounge
EXTERNAL: Detached Garage, Garden Shed, Garden Grounds.
LOCATION: The small peaceful township of Vatten is located in North West Skye and boasts views of the Cuillin Mountains, out to Loch Bracadale and as far as the Isle of Canna on a clear day. The nearby village of Dunvegan, approx. 3 miles away, offers a variety of local services including a selection of small shops, medical centre, post office, bakery, hotels, restaurants, garages, busy community hall, nursery, and a primary school. Portree, Skye's capital, is approximately 23 miles east and offers a wider range of facilities.
ACCOMMODATION: 7 Vatten (named Healaval) was built in circa 1900 and extended approximately 15 years ago, and now extends to some 208m2, the original property has electric heating by way of storage and panel heaters, the extension has LPG central heating to radiators, with an open fire in the lounge.
ENTRANCE PORCH: Approx. 1.95m x 1.43m uPVC half glazed door, windows to side and front elevation, ceramic tile floor, access to hallway:
HALLWAY: Half frosted glazed door, under stair cupboard, storage heater, fitted carpet, access to dining room, bathroom, kitchen/breakfast room, stairs to upper floor:
2ND RECEPTION/BEDROOM 4: Approx. 4.16m x 3.13m Window to front elevation with loch views, sealed fireplace with inset electric stove effect fire, storage heater, fitted carpet. Currently a dining room but equally could be a lounge or 4th bedroom as required.
BATHROOM: Approx. 2.66m x 1.76m
Frosted window to rear elevation, bath with Triton electric shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, electric wall heater, cork tile floor.
STAIRS AND UPPER LANDING: Carpeted stairs rise from hallway, skylight window to rear elevation at half-landing, Velux window to front elevation, built-in cupboard housing water tank, access to two bedrooms and loft:
BEDROOM 2: Approx. 4.07m x 3.23m (under coombs)
Deep sill window to front elevation with loch views, range of built-in bedroom furniture with wardrobes, drawers and dressing table area, vanity sink set in worktop with cupboard and shelving under, storage heater, fitted carpet.
BEDROOM 3: Approx. 3.55m x 3.23m (under coombs)
Deep sill window to front elevation, built-in wardrobe, built-in cupboard, fitted carpet.
KITCHEN/ BREAKFAST ROOM: Window to front elevation offering loch views, range of wall and base units with worktop over, stainless steel sink, space for cooker, cooker hood, peninsula unit with under counter space for fridge and space for washing machine, tiling to splash backs, storage heater, vinyl flooring, space for table and chairs.
CENTRAL HALLWAY: Windows to front and rear elevations with garden views, two radiators, ceramic tile floor, access to bedroom, utility room, stairs to upper lounge, uPVC half glazed door to rear garden:
BEDROOM 1 (DOWNSTAIRS): Approx. 4.22m x 3.35m
Window to front elevation, built-in wardrobe with sliding doors, built-in cupboard, radiator, fitted carpet, access to en-suite:
EN-SUITE: Built-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, ladder radiator, fitted carpet.
UTILITY ROOM/ KITCHEN: Approx. 4.45m x 2.99m
A spacious room, window to rear elevation with garden views, extensive range of wall and base units with worktop over, stainless steel sink, cooker, washing machine, tumble drier, fridge and freezer, built-in cupboard, tiling to splash backs, ceramic tile floor, access to study and side porch:
STUDY: Approx. 2.51m x 1.94m Window to rear elevation, radiator, fitted carpet.
SIDE PORCH: Approx. 2.52m x 1.10m uPVC half glazed door to side garden, ceramic tile floor, access to cloakroom:
CLOAKROOM: Approx. 1.36m x 1.09m Frosted window to side elevation, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, ceramic tile floor.
STAIRS AND UPPER LOUNGE: Approx. 7.93m x 6.43m (at widest points)
Carpeted stairs rise to the upper lounge, this unusual room can easily be configured into different areas and enjoys windows to three elevations taking full advantage of the loch views to the front elevation, feature open fireplace with brick surround, timber mantel and tiled hearth, two low line ranges of built in cupboards and drawers, two radiators, fitted carpet, access to coombs storage and large walk-in cupboard.
WALK-IN STORAGE CUPBOARD
EXTERNAL:
DETACHED GARAGE/WORKSHOP
GARDEN SHED
COAL BUNKER
GARDENS: A gated chipped driveway gives access to off road parking and garage, Healaval is set within enclosed garden grounds which are mainly laid to grass with some mature planting and a pond complete with fountain in the rear garden.
DIRECTIONS: From the Skye Bridge take the A87 towards Broadford, continue through Broadford towards Portree. At Sligachan take the A863 signposted for Dunvegan, continue on this road until you are approximately 3 miles south of Dunvegan, take the left turn signposted for Vatten and Harlosh. 7 Vatten is situated on the left hand side of the road. There is a RE/MAX sign on the property (Healaval).
EXTRAS: Fitted floor coverings, items as specified in the kitchen, curtains and blinds.
SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, drainage to septic tank.
EPC Rating: F (31)
COUNCIL TAX: The current council tax is band C
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 :
- 3 or 4 bedrooms, 1 en-suite
- Views to Loch Bracadale
- Approximately 3 miles to Dunvegan
- Flexible accommodation, possible annex
- Gardens, garage/workshop, shed