Lochbay, Waternish, IV55

Set in an elevated position in the popular area of Lochbay, in the Waternish Peninsula, Hillside is a spacious detached 1.5 storey 4 bedroom (2 en-suite) property which enjoys stunning unrestricted panoramic views of Lochbay and the Outer Hebrides.  Positioned to fully capture the beautiful Skye sunsets, the property sits within generous garden grounds and is offered in good order throughout. The perfect opportunity to purchase a desirable family home in a sought-after location.

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 Hillside, 34 Lochbay, Waternish, Isle of Skye IV55 8GD

Property comprises:

 Ground Floor: Cloakroom, Utility/Boiler Room, Open-Plan Kitchen/Family Room, Dining Room, Lounge,

Upper Floor: Spacious Landing Area, 4 Bedrooms (2 En-Suite), Bathroom

External: Generous Garden Grounds, Double Attached Garage, Large Polytunnel

LOCATION:

The Waternish Peninsula was once a bloody battlefield between the MacLeod and MacDonald Clans; evidence is still to be found today with the remains of Trumpan Church a reminder of how brutal island life once was. These days Waternish offers a much more peaceful and relaxed lifestyle with dramatic coastal scenery and regular sightings of sea eagles, whales, dolphins, and porpoises. Close by is Stein, a model fishing village designed by Thomas Telford in the late 1700’s Here you will find Skye’s oldest inn (The Stein Inn) along with the renowned Loch Bay Seafood Restaurant. Also, in the area there is a village hall, primary school, Skye Skyns workshop, a local diving centre, craft shop and gallery. A selection of local amenities can be found in Dunvegan just 10 minutes’ drive away including medical centre, restaurants, shops, garage, and Primary school.

ACCOMODATION:

Hillside was completed in 2008 and extends to some 195m2, when built the coomb height was raised from 1300mm to 1500mm making a big difference to the useable space in the bedrooms. The property benefits from uPVC, wood effect double glazing, Velux double glazed timber opening windows, heating is by way of a ground source heat pump to underfloor heating on the ground floor and radiators on the upper floor complemented by a multi-fuel stove in the lounge. The attached double garage has been built for ease of conversion to additional accommodation if required, subject to the required planning consents being obtained. The property sits within generous, well maintained and planted garden grounds whilst the elevated location offers spectacular views of Loch Bay.

EXTERNAL:

DOUBLE ATTACHED GARAGE: Approx. 6.00m x 5.40m

Electric roller shutter door, two windows to front elevation, window to rear elevation, floored attic space which was used as a gym, TV connection and window, downlights, separate consumer unit, second unit ready for outdoor electric supply, pedestrian door to rear elevation:

LARGE POLYTUNNEL: Approx. 7.31m x 4.26m  

GARDEN GROUNDS: Approx: 50m x 45m (to be confirmed by Title Plan)

A gated chipped driveway gives access from the township road and leads to the attached garage and generous parking area. The sloping garden grounds, which offer stunning views to Lochbay and the Outer Hebrides are mainly laid to grass and planted with trees and shrubs, a large polytunnel with various adjacent fruit trees.

EXTRAS: Included in the sale are all fitted floor coverings, integrated appliances and blinds.  

SERVICE: Mains electricity, private water via borehole, drainage to private septic tank, full fibre Broadband.

COUNCIL TAX: F

HOME REPORT: Available by contacting the RE/MAX Skye office.

EPC Rating: C (73)

DIRECTIONS: Take the A87 North, turning onto the A863 at Sligachan, continue passing through Dunvegan, as you are exiting Dunvegan turn right onto the A850 towards Portree, follow this road for approximately 5 miles until you see the sign for Waternish, turn left towards Waternish, passing the Fairy Bridge, Hillside is the second house on the right as you enter the township.

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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 RE/MAX Skye or by e-mailing

Offers: Should be submitted in proper legal Scottish form to RE/MAX Skye Estate Agents, Garbh Chriochan, Teangue, Isle of Skye, IV44 8RE.

Interest: It is important that your solicitor notifies this office of interest, otherwise the property may be sold without your knowledge.

Important information: These particulars are prepared based on 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:

Access ramp rises to half glazed uPVC double glazed door, large under stair cupboard, slate tile floor, access to cloakroom, utility/boiler room, kitchen/family room, open access to the dining room:

CLOAKROOM:

1.66m x 1.2m

Frosted window to rear elevation, vanity wash hand basin, WC, slate tile floor.

UTILITY/BOILER ROOM:

3.69m x 2.2m

Windows to rear and side elevations, worktop with space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble drier under, ample space for other appliances, slate tile floor.

OPEN-PLAN KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM:

Half glazed door, slate tile floor:

KITCHEN AREA:

4.11m x 3.21m

Extensive range of wall and base units with Corian worktop over, 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink, Rangemaster range cooker with coordinating extractor over, integrated fridge, under cupboard lights, kick board LED lighting, access to family area:

FAMILY AREA:

4.09m x 3.25m

Open access, window to front elevation with views of Loch Bay, half glazed double doors give access to dining room:

DINING ROOM:

5.61m x 4m

Half glazed double doors enter from the family room, this spacious, light filled room enjoys two full length windows and French doors to the front elevation and two full length windows to the side elevations, part vaulted ceiling with two Velux windows to front elevation, downlights, two wall lights, ceramic tile floor, access to lounge, stair to upper floor:

LOUNGE:

6.57m x 4.14m

Double half glazed doors enter from dining room, two windows to front and two windows to rear elevation, inset multi-fuel stove set on a slate hearth, two chimney breast display niches, two wall lights, LED ceiling downlights, ceramic tile floor:

STAIRS & UPPER FLOOR LANDING:

6.09m x 4m

(Dimensions at widest point)
Carpeted stairs rise to the generous upper floor galleried landing, 4 Velux windows to front elevation, downlights, two radiators, mezzanine balcony overlooking dining room, access to bedrooms, bathroom.

BEDROOM:

4.14m x 2.84m

Window to side elevation, Velux to rear elevation, built-in wardrobe with internal hanging rails, radiator, fitted carpet.

BEDROOM:

4.13m x 2.84m

Window to front elevation with loch views, built-in wardrobe with internal hanging rails, radiator, fitted carpet.

BEDROOM:

4.13m x 3.46m

Window to front elevation with loch views, double built- wardrobe with internal hanging rails, radiator, fitted carpet, access to en-suite:

EN-SUITE:

2.26m x 2m

(Dimensions at widest point)
Velux to rear elevation, large built-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, radiator, vinyl flooring

BATHROOM:

2.29m x 1.97m

Velux to rear elevation, bath, large built-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, fully tiled, radiator, vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM:

3.99m x 3.68m

Window to rear elevation, radiator, fitted carpet, access to en-suite:

EN-SUITE:

2m x 1.26m

Velux to side elevation, shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, fully tiled, radiator, vinyl flooring