Property description

Spindrift is a superbly designed, bespoke contemporary property, rurally situated in the small township of Balmeanach in North West Skye. Designed for the vendor and offering ‘upside down’ living, the open plan living space with full length windows to the gable maximises the far reaching countryside views towards the Cuillins and the Minch.  Immaculately presented with quality fixtures and fittings throughout, this spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom property is currently operating as a successful holiday let but would also make a fine family home and must be seen.

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

Property comprises:

Ground floor: Entrance Hallway, Jack & Jill Shower Room, Utility Room, Rear Hallway, Bedroom Hallway, 3 Bedrooms (2 en-suite)

Upper floor: Open-Plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Area

External: Hot Tub, Wood Store, Wooden Shed

Spindrift, 4 Balmeanach, Struan, Isle of Skye, IV56 8FH

LOCATION: Balmeanach is a small crofting hamlet lying between Struan & Dunvegan on the North West coast of Skye. It is well placed to take advantage of the many outdoor pursuits Skye is renowned for including hillwalking, fishing, kayaking, diving, cycling and much more.

Local amenities can be found approximately 2 miles away in Struan itself and include a village shop, café, jetty, church and Primary School. The village of Dunvegan is approximately 9 miles away and offers a good range of further local amenities including dentist, medical centre, village hall, garage, petrol stations, grocery stores and a range of hotels, bars and restaurants, not to mention Skye's famous and historic Dunvegan Castle.

Portree, the Island capital, is about 9 miles north east from Struan and is where you will find secondary schooling (to which a bus runs daily), shops, supermarket, restaurants and hotels, swimming pool & leisure facilities, banks, local hospital, chemist, dentist, etc. 

ACCOMMODATION: 

Spindrift was completed in 2013 by the vendor offering contemporary living, with open plan living space, wired for sound, and quality fixtures and fittings throughout. Heating is oil fired to radiators with a high level log burning stove located between the kitchen and lounge areas. 

EXTERNAL:

WOODEN SHED

WOOD STORE

GARDEN: Spindrift is accessed from the township road and is set within fully enclosed garden grounds, with off road parking for two vehicles. The gardens are mainly laid to grass with attractive decking to the rear of the property.

EXTRAS: Included in the sale are all fitted floor coverings, integrated appliances and blinds.  The hot tub is available by separate negotiation.  This property can be sold as seen, by separate negotiation, with the exception of personal items.

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

HOME REPORT: Available by contacting the RE/MAX Skye office or via www.onesurvey.org

EPC: C (78)

FLOOR PLANS: Available on request

COUNCIL TAX: Spindrift is currently commercially rated

ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.

DIRECTIONS: From the Skye Bridge head North on the A87 at Sligachan turn left onto the A863 toward Dunvegan, continue on this road for approximately 13 miles, after passing through the small township of Ose, continue for 1 mile until you see a red telephone box on your right, take the right hand turn signposted Balmeanach, follow the road for about half a mile, Spindrift is on the left.

VIEWING: Viewing of this property is essential. 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.

Entrance Hallway - 17' 8'' x 11' 5'' (5.38m x 3.47m)
Measurements at widest points: Three steps rise to exterior door which enters a spacious hallway, built-in under stairs cupboard, two spot lights clusters to ceiling, porcelain tile floor, access to shower room, utility room, rear hallway, stairs to upper floor:

'Jack & Jill' shower room - 8' 3'' x 7' 4'' (2.51m x 2.23m)
Window to front elevation, large corner shower cubicle with raindrop shower head, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, ceiling down lights, ladder radiator, porcelain tile floor:

Utility room - 9' 1'' x 6' 6'' (2.77m x 1.97m)
Range of contemporary base units with coordinating worktop over, 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink, space and plumbed for washing machine and tumble dryer, wall mounted cupboard housing consumer unit, wood laminate flooring, access to rear hallway:

Rear hallway - 9' 3'' x 5' 5'' (2.83m x 1.66m)
Glazed oak door enters from hallway, ceiling spot light cluster, porcelain tile floor, access to bedroom hallway, glazed exterior door to side leading to small decked area and shed:

Bedroom hallway - 29' 9'' x 5' 5'' (9.06m x 1.66m)
A light filled hallway with three windows to rear elevation and a further window to the side elevation, oak flooring, access to three bedrooms:

Bedroom 3 - 17' 9'' x 10' 0'' (5.40m x 3.05m)
Measurements at widest points: Window to front elevation, built-in wardrobe, fitted carpet, access to Jack & Jill bathroom:

Bedroom 2 - 17' 9'' x 11' 4'' (5.40m x 3.46m)
Measurements at widest points: Deep window to front elevation with countryside views, built-in wardrobe, ceiling spotlight track, fitted carpet, access to en-suite:

En-suite - 6' 5'' x 5' 9'' (1.96m x 1.74m)
Large corner shower cubicle with raindrop shower head, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, ceiling down lights, fully tiled, porcelain tile floor.

Master bedroom - 17' 9'' x 15' 5'' (5.40m x 4.69m)
Measurements at widest points: Two windows to front elevation, sliding patio doors to side elevation onto decking leading to hot tub, ceiling spotlight track, fitted carpet, access to en-suite:

En-suite - 9' 9'' x 5' 7'' (2.97m x 1.70m)
Windows to rear and side elevations, bath, large corner shower cubicle with rain drop head shower, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, ladder radiator, fully tiled, porcelain tile floor.

Stairs & upper floor
Oak staircase with glazed and oak balustrade rises to the first floor opening directly into the open planning living area, two windows to side elevation, three wall lights.

Open plan Living/Dining/Kitchen
This light filled and spacious area has a vaulted ceiling to the living area and is partially divided by a central wood burning stove, the glazed stove is set within a slate surround with slate hearths and can be accessed from either the lounge area or the kitchen/dining area:

Kitchen/Dining area - 32' 11'' x 17' 6'' (10.04m x 5.34m)
Measurement under coombs: Three Velux windows to front elevation, two Velux windows to rear elevation, range of contemporary base units with coordinating worktop over, integrated dishwasher, integrated double oven, integrated coffee machine, large island unit with dining areas at either end, cupboards and drawers under, four ring induction hob with stainless steel extractor over, integrated fridge, integrated freezer, glass splashbacks, ceiling down lights, three radiators, oak flooring, ample space for table and chairs, open access to living area:

Living area - 23' 0'' x 17' 6'' (7.00m x 5.34m)
Measurements under coombs: Full length window to side elevation and narrow feature window offering far reaching countryside views, large Velux window to front elevation, Velux window to rear elevation, decorative beams to ceiling, range of decorative recessed shelving, ceiling spot light track, radiator, fitted carpet.

Property Features :

• Contemporary, immaculate, upside down house
• 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open plan living space
• Rurally situated in west Skye
• 2 miles from Struan, 9 miles to Portree, 9 miles to Dunvegan
• Views towards the Cuillins and Minch