Property description
Burnside Cottage, Craig, Plockton, Ross-shire, IV52 8UB
RE/MAX Skye is delighted to present to the market Burnside Cottage a traditional and deceptively spacious 3 bedroom property which retains many original features and is situated in an idyllic, peaceful countryside location close to Plockton. This lovely property nestles within generous garden grounds, enjoys views across towards Loch Carron and would make a comfortable country home or unique holiday cottage.
Call RE/MAX today on 01471 822900 to arrange to view.
Property comprises:
GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Porch, Internal Hallway, Kitchen, Rear Vestibule, Cloakroom, Shower, Open-Plan Lounge/Dining Room
UPPER FLOOR: Landing, 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom (accessed from main staircase), Bedroom 3 (accessed from second staircase)
EXTERNAL: Off-road parking area, Generous Garden Grounds
LOCATION: Burnside Cottage is located close to the shores of Loch Carron in the rural surroundings of Craig, where you can enjoy the highland scenery and loch views. The picture postcard village of Plockton is approximately 3 miles away located on the seaward side of Loch Carron nestled around a sheltered harbour with palm trees lining the village due to the warmer climate provided by the gulf stream. The area is an excellent base for outdoor pursuits including walking, cycling, climbing, kayaking and sailing to name but a few, Plockton is also a world famous tourist destination with award winning bars and restaurants offering great local produce and wonderful entertainment, year round. Amenities include both primary and secondary schooling, newspaper/gift shop, Post Office, general store and train station. Wider facilities are available close by in Kyle of Lochalsh, approximately 6 miles away.
ACCOMMODATION: Built in circa 1813 with a gable extension added in the 1980’s, Burnside Cottage benefits from double glazing and retains many original features such as feature stone walls and fireplaces.
ENTRANCE PORCH: Approx. 2.43m x 3.30m
Half glazed door, windows to front and side elevations, plumbed for washing machine, wooden flooring, external uPVC door with decorative glazed panels to front elevation.
INTERNAL HALLWAY: Wooden floor, access to kitchen, lounge and staircase to bedroom 3.
KITCHEN: Approx. 4.63m x 3.74m (at widest point)
Triple aspect room with windows to front, side and rear elevations, comprehensive range of country-style wall and base units with wooden worktop over, Belfast sink with mixer tap, integrated oven, 4 ring Halogen hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, solid fuel Aga with two ovens and two hot plates set into beamed recess, tiling to splash backs, feature beams to ceiling, recessed ceiling down lights, pine flooring, space for table and chairs, access to rear porch.
REAR PORCH: ‘L’ shaped vestibule, recessed ceiling down lights, pine flooring, half glazed ‘Stable’ style uPVC door to rear garden, access to shower room and cloakroom.
SHOWER ROOM: Raised shower tray with Mira shower, heated ladder towel rail, extractor fan, fully tiled, wood flooring.
CLOAKROOM: Small wall mounted sink, WC, recessed ceiling down light, wood flooring.
OPEN PLAN LOUNGE/DINING ROOM: Approx. 9.63m x 4.36m
Glazed uPVC double doors enter from rear elevation into a spacious open-plan room, three windows to the front elevation offer views towards Loch Carron, two feature stone walls to either end, house at one end a multi-fuel stove on a Caithness stone hearth and to the other end an open fireplace with raised stone hearth. Feature beams to ceiling, recessed ceiling down lights, oak floor, open plan staircase to upper floor and step down to internal hallway:
1st UPPER FLOOR LANDING: Open-plan staircase rises from lounge/dining room to landing area giving access to two bedrooms and bathroom.
BEDROOM 1: Approx. 4.15m x 3.51m (under coombs)
Window to front elevation, oak flooring.
BATHROOM: Approx. 2.43m x 1.74m
Frosted window to rear elevation, free standing bath, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, fully tiled, ceramic tiled floor.
BEDROOM 2: Approx. 3.09m x 3.51m (under coombs)
Window to front elevation, oak flooring.
2nd UPPER FLOOR LANDING : Staircase rises from inner hallway to small landing, Velux window to rear elevation, wooden floor, access to bedroom 3.
BEDROOM 3: 3.72m (under coombs) x 4.09m (at widest point)
Dual aspect double bedroom with windows to front and rear elevation and small window to side elevation, two built-in cupboards, coombs storage, ceiling spotlight cluster, wooden flooring.
GARDEN: Driveway leads to gravel parking area, suitable for several vehicles and bordered by an attractive stone wall, the garden ground of approximately 0.5 acre, to be confirmed by title plan, are laid mainly to grass with mature trees and shrubs. There is a partially re-built ruin within the rear garden grounds.
EXTRAS: Burnside Cottage is to be sold as seen with the exception of a few personal items.
SERVICES : Mains electricity, private water, drainage to septic tank.
COUNCIL TAX/RATES: Council Tax Band C
ENTRY
At a date to be mutually agreed.
VIEWING
Viewing of this property is essential and can be arranged by calling the RE/MAX office 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 :
- Secluded rural location
- 3 miles from Plockton
- Impressive open plan living
- Character & features
- Country kitchen with Aga