Property description

Phoenix House, Carbost, Isle of Skye IV47 8SR

RE/MAX Skye is delighted to present to the market Phoenix House a substantial property located close to the shores of Loch Harport in Carbost. Formerly a successful Bed and Breakfast, Phoenix House is currently used as a holiday let but would equally make a spacious and comfortable family home with its 4 bedrooms (3 en-suite) and stacks of original features and character.

Call RE/MAX today on 01471 822900 to arrange to view this historic property.

Property comprises:

GROUND FLOOR- Hallway, Lounge, Dining Room, Bedroom 1, Rear Hall, Kitchen, Utility Rear Porch

FIRST FLOOR –Landing, 3 En Suite Bedrooms, Family Bathroom

EXTERNAL –Off-road parking area, Front Garden, Terraced Rear Garden, Garage

LOCATION: Phoenix House is located in the Minginish Peninsula in the West of Skye, an area that boasts some of the island’s most spectacular scenery, with local amenities including village shop with petrol pumps, post office, surgery, primary school, pub, and Talisker Distillery, where you can enjoy a tour & a tipple of the world’s favourite malts! Portree, the island's capital, is approximately 16 miles away.

ACCOMMODATION: Built in circa 1913 Phoenix House is a character property and a genuine piece of Skye history. Formerly The Old Exciseman’s House for the Tallisker Distillery, the acclaimed Irish novelist Maurice Walsh (1879–1964) was purported to have lived here. He was most famous for his short story The Quiet Man which was made into an Oscar winning film starring John Wayne in the 1950s. Phoenix House benefits from double glazing and oil fired central heating. The property has high ceilings and retains many original features such as cornicing and fireplaces and these are complimented by the addition of stylish bathrooms and kitchen.

ENTRANCE VESTIBULE: Approx. 1.59m x 1.80m  Glazed aluminium front door, built-in storage cupboard, tiled floor, original solid timber partially-glazed door to hallway.

HALLWAY: Spacious and impressive hallway, radiator, fitted carpet, access to lounge, dining room, bedroom rear hallway and stairs to upper floor.

LOUNGE: Approx. 4.58m x 4.26m  Double window to front elevation with views to Loch Harport, marble fireplace with multifuel stove, recessed shelves, radiator, fitted carpet.

DINING ROOM: Approx. 4.57m x 4.09m Double window to front elevation, tiled fireplace with electric fire, recessed shelves, radiator, fitted carpet.

BEDROOM 1: Approx. 4.59m x 3.78m Window to rear elevation, radiator, fitted carpet.

REAR HALL: Understair cupboard, fitted carpet, access to cloakroom, and kitchen.

CLOAKROOM: Approx. 1.96m x 1.09m Frosted window to side elevation. Wall mounted wash hand basin, WC, radiator, cork tiled flooring

KITCHEN: Approx. 4.59m x 3.28m Window to side elevation and smaller window to rear. Comprehensive range of cottage-style wall and base units with oak block worktop over, attractive mosaic tiled splash-backs and v-lined , 1½ bowl ceramic sink with mixer tap and drainer. Space for fridge and dishwasher, electric range style cooker, vinyl flooring. Door to rear porch

REAR PORCH: Walk-in storage cupboard, door to utility.

UTILITY ROOM: Approx. 3.09m x 2.65m Window to rear elevation. Shelving and space for appliances. Fitted wall unit, access to drying room which houses central heating boiler and hot water tank.

UPPER FLOOR LANDING: Original staircase rises to half- landing. Double window to rear elevation. Continues to upper landing, loft access, radiator, fitted carpet, access to 3 bedrooms and bathroom.

BEDROOM 2: Approx. 4.58m x 4.31m (under coomb) Window to rear elevation. Radiator, solid oak flooring, bi-fold door to en-suite.

EN-SUITE: Approx. 1.7m x 1.54m  WC, pedestal wash hand basin, corner shower cubicle housing power shower. V-lined walls to dado height, heated towel rail, mirror, shaver socket, vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM 3: Approx. 4.62m x 3.78 m Window to front elevation with views to Loch Harport. Wall light, radiator, solid oak floor, door to en-suite.

EN-SUITE: Approx. 2.73m x 2.31m Window to front elevation with fitted shelving below. WC, wall-mounted wash hand basin, large shower cubicle housing power shower. V-lined walls to dado height, heated towel rail, mirror, shaver socket, vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM 4: Approx. 4.62m x 3.75m Window to front with loch views, original cast iron fireplace with tiled hearth and insets, wood surround. Radiator, oak floor, door to en-suite.

EN-SUITE: Approx. 2.94m x 0.98m WC, wall-mounted wash hand basin, corner shower cubicle with Triton shower. Tiled walls to dado height, heated towel rail, mirror, shaver socket, vinyl flooring.

FAMILY BATHROOM: Approx. 4.05m x 2.56m  Window to rear elevation. Contemporary and spacious room with feature freestanding bath, double sink with storage below, step up to large walk-in shower. Attractive mirror with shelving, feature tiled wall design. V-lining to walls to dado height, radiator, vinyl flooring.

GARDEN: From the township road the shared driveway leads to the garage to the rear and gravel parking area to the front. The front garden is mainly laid to lawn and the rear garden is terraced and secluded.  

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

COUNCIL TAX/RATES: Commercial Rates set by The Highland Council, Band E

ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.

EXTRAS: Carpets and range cooker are included in the sale. Other items may be available by separate negotiation.

VIEWING: Viewing of this property is essential. Viewing can be arranged by calling the RE/MAX office 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 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 :

• Large period property
• Convenient village location
• Stylish bathrooms
• Ideal B&B
• Character & Features