Property description

Waterside Cottage, Harrapool, Broadford, Isle of Skye IV49 9AQ

RE/MAX Skye is pleased to bring to the market, Waterside Cottage, the rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully located, shore-side detached, 1.5 storey, 4 bedroom traditional property, set within delightful mature garden grounds and offering unrestricted views across Broadford Bay to the mountains beyond. Tastefully extended over the years this well presented property is currently running as a successful holiday let but would equally lend itself to B&B or as a spacious family home.

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

Property comprises:

Ground Floor: Entrance Sun Room, Hallway, Bedroom 1 (En-Suite), Lounge, Kitchen, Utility/Rear Porch

Upper Floor: Landing, 3 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower Room

External: Garage, Log Store, Tool Shed, Timber Studio/Chalet, Enclosed Gardens

LOCATION: The residential/crofting area of Harrapool sits on the outskirts of Broadford, the island’s second largest settlement, in the shadow of Beinn na Caillich (one of the Red Cuillins) on a beautiful curved bay, with views over to the Crowlin Isles, the Island of Pabay and out towards the hills of Wester Ross beyond. The village is only 7 miles north of the Skye Bridge and is an ideal base for fishing, hill-walking and other outdoor activities, with two piers, ideal for mooring a boat, Broadford also benefits from a good range of local amenities.

ACCOMMODATION: Waterside Cottage extends to approximately 124 sq m was built in circa 1860 and benefits from double glazing, LPG central heating, well maintained garden grounds and is offered with the useful addition of a timber studio/chalet located in the rear garden.

ENTRANCE SUN ROOM: Approx. 8.37m x 1.89m  uPVC fully glazed doors to both end elevations, single glazed windows to front and side elevations with garden and sea views, radiator, solid wood parquet flooring, access to hallway:

HALLWAY: Half glazed door, large under stair cupboard which opens through to kitchen, small built-in cupboard,  radiator, fitted carpet, access to lounge/dining room, bedroom one and stairs to upper floor.

LOUNGE/DINING ROOM: Approx. 7.84m x 3.07m (at widest point)  Spacious triple aspect room with bay window to side elevation, two windows to rear elevation with views to Beinn na Caillich and partial sea views and window to front elevation opening into sun room with sea views. Exposed stone wall with inset wood burning stove and wooden mantel, alcove with display shelving, wall light, two radiators, limed oak flooring, ample space for table and chairs.

KITCHEN: Approx. 3.42m x 2.95m  Three windows to rear elevation with views to Beinn na Caillich and partial sea views, small frosted window to side elevation, range of wall and base units with coordinating work top over, stainless steel sink, display shelving, 4 ring electric cooker with double oven, space for fridge and freezer, tiling to splash backs, under stair storage cupboard which links to hallway, radiator, vinyl flooring, access to utility/ rear porch:

UTILITY/ REAR PORCH: Frosted window to rear elevation, plumbed for washing machine, space for fridge/freezer, exterior door to side and garden:

BEDROOM 1 (EN-SUITE): Approx. 3.51m (at widest point) x 4.08m

Double aspect room, with window to side elevation with sea and mountain view and window to front elevation enjoying garden and sea views, three wall lights, radiator, fitted carpet, access to en-suite:

EN-SUITE: Approx. 2.32m x 1.23m Built-in shower cubicle with Mira shower, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, ceiling down lights, ladder towel rail.

STAIRS AND LANDING: Carpeted stairs rise from hallway, built-in cupboard, radiator, access to loft, shower room, three bedrooms and bathroom.

BEDROOM 2: Approx. 4.72m (under coombs) x 3.60m (at widest point)  Window to front elevation with partial sea views, built-in vanity sink, built-in wardrobe, partial ‘V’ lining, radiator, fitted carpet.

SHOWER ROOM: Approx. 2.73m (at widest point) x 1.54m  Decorative glazed door, large window to front elevation, fully tiled decorative corner shower cubicle with Mira Sport shower, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, tiled floor.

BEDROOM 3: Approx. 4.72m (under coombs) x 3.58m (at widest point)  Window to front elevation with partial sea, mountain and garden views, vanity sink, partial ‘V’ lining, radiator, fitted carpet.

BEDROOM 4: Approx. 2.95m x 2.00m (at widest points) Window to side elevation, pedestal wash hand basin, built-in cupboard, built-in bookcase, radiator, fitted carpet.

BATHROOM: Approx. 2.73m (at widest point) x 1.54m  Frosted window to rear elevation, bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, ceiling down lights, tiled floor.

EXTERNAL:

TIMBER STUDIO/CHALET: Comprising: Hallway, Large Open Plan Room, Cloakroom.

HALLWAY: Approx. 1.91m x 1.46m

CLOAKROOM: Approx. 1.63m x 1.29m  Frosted window to rear elevation, fitted sink, WC.

OPEN PLAN ROOM: Approx. 5.71m x 3.63m (at widest points)  Patio doors to seaward elevation.

TIMBER GARAGE: With power and adjoining log store

TIMBER TOOL SHED

GARDEN: Waterside Cottage is set within mature garden grounds, laid to grass with trees and shrubs. There is off-road parking and uninterrupted views across Broadford Bay to the Applecross Hills beyond.

EXTRAS: All fitted floorcoverings

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

COUNCIL TAX: Waterside Cottage is currently commercially rated.

EPC Rating: F (26)

ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.

DIRECTIONS: Cross the Skye Bridge and head north towards Portree on the A87 for approximately seven miles, pass the big brown tourist sign for the Sleat Peninsula on your left you will then see the sign for Harrapool. Drive past the 30 mile an hour sign and Waterside Cottage is the third house on the right hand side.  If you go past the Hebridean Hotel you have gone too far.

VIEWING: Viewing of this property is essential to be fully appreciated. Viewing can be arranged by calling Christine Brett 07789 998901 or 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 :

• Shoreside property in south Skye
• 4 beds, 1 en-suite
• Character property
• Garage and studio
• Walkable to amenities in Broadford