Breadalbane Street, Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Argyll and Bute, PA75

An opportunity to acquire a traditional four-bedroom Victorian Villa, a much loved family home, set above the vibrant coastal town of Tobermory on the ever-popular Isle of Mull.

Perched in an elevated position above the iconic coastal town of Tobermory, Hillcrest offers buyers a beautifully presented four-bedroom detached property. This much-loved family home sits in mature gardens extending to approximately 0.57 acres.

Entering from the front, the main entrance door opens into a central hallway. To the left, the family lounge is positioned at the front of the property, perfectly placed to capture the far-reaching views across Tobermory. A multi-fuel stove within a decorative fire surround provides warmth and comfort. From the lounge, a sizable conservatory offers space for casual seating or dining, making it a pleasant area to enjoy with family and friends.
To the right of the hallway, a ground floor bedroom also enjoys views across the front gardens to the harbour.

The kitchen, located at the rear of the property, is fitted with a range of cream-colored wall and floor units. A duel fuel range master stove sits within the hearth, serving as the heart of the house. A doorway from the kitchen leads to the utility room, which provides access to the rear garden. A WC is conveniently located under the stairs, accessed from the hallway.

Ascending the staircase from the hallway, the upper floor features a central landing that links three further bedrooms, two of which are front facing. The principal bedroom benefits from a combination of built-in and freestanding wardrobe space. A family bathroom and a useful storeroom complete the layout on the first floor.

Dating back to the mid-1800s, this charming property retains many original design features, including an intricate cast iron balustrade, sash windows, and original interior doors. With high interest expected, early viewing is recommended.

Hillcrest sits in a peaceful residential area above the colourful harbour town of Tobermory. The town is a popular tourist destination and provides an excellent range of dining and shopping opportunities as well as offering primary and secondary schooling, a medical centre, churches, a golf course and a distillery.

The Isle of Mull is the second largest island within the Inner Hebrides. The island is accessed via a regular car ferry service from Oban to Craignure. Services from Lochaline and Kilchoan on the Morvern and Ardnamurchan peninsulas respectively are also available. There is a small airstrip at Glenforsa suitable for private aircraft and a main line train service operating several times daily between Glasgow and Oban - some connecting directly with the ferries.

Mull boasts an extraordinary and diverse range of scenery, wildlife and leisure activities which brings large numbers of visitors throughout the year. The island also hosts a number of music and arts festivals plus the annual Tour of Mull car rally. In the sea surrounding Mull there are various trips provided to local puffin and seal colonies and also to Iona, and the island of Staffa where many tourists visit Fingal’s Cave.

Services include mains water, mains electricity, mains drainage, oil heating, BT phone and internet connectivity, Vodafone 4G reception.

Hillcrest sits within a generous plot of approximately 0.5 acres. The property is accessed by a shared private driveway that follows the contours of the hill, leading to a private parking area. A pathway from the parking area leads up to the property.

Mature gardens surround the property, mainly laid to lawn. At the rear, a sizable shed offers storage for garden equipment and bicycles, with potential use as workshop space. The garden features a variety of mature trees and shrubs. The grounds extend below the driveway, offering scope for possible future development, subject to the necessary planning permissions.

From Oban, take the Calmac ferry to the Isle of Mull, arriving in Craignure. Upon leaving the ferry, turn right and follow the road for approximately 21 miles to Tobermory. At the roundabout, stay left, crossing the bridge over the river and then turn immediately right onto Breadalbane Street.

Follow Breadalbane Street for around 300 yards before taking the left turn just before the new Scout Hall. Follow the track up the hill, bearing left to the parking area of Hillcrest.

Fixtures and Fittings to be included in this sale by express agreement