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Sailors Cabin, Fiscavaig, Carbost, Isle of Skye, IV47 8SN

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

904 sq ft

84 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Architect Designed Eco House Built to Swiss Passive-House Standard
  • Detached 15 m2 annex fully finished and furnished
  • Breathtaking Views over Loch Harport Towards the Trotternish Ridge
  • Sauna & Contemporary Well-Designed Living
  • Wood Burner Central Heating
  • Large, Landscaped Private Gardens (1.35 acres)

Description

Sailors Cabin is a rare architect-designed contemporary eco home on the Isle of Skye, built to an exceptional Swiss passive-house standard and completed in 2022. This high-performance, energy-efficient two-bedroom home combines striking modern architecture with warm natural materials, creating a low-maintenance, year-round retreat perfectly suited to Skye’s dramatic coastal climate.

Clad in Scottish larch and fitted with triple-glazed NorDan windows and doors, the property is designed for durability, comfort and energy efficiency. Elevated above Loch Harport, Sailors Cabin enjoys panoramic sea and mountain views towards the Trotternish Ridge, offering privacy, tranquillity and a strong connection to the surrounding landscape.

Set within 1.35 acres of landscaped grounds, the property includes a detached 15 sq m guest annex, ideal for guest accommodation, home office, creative studio or potential holiday letting (subject to consents). The annex is fully finished with oak flooring, and benefits from water, electricity and plumbing connections, offering flexible additional space with income potential.

The main house offers bright open-plan living, two double bedrooms, a shower room with integrated sauna, separate WC, and thoughtfully designed interiors throughout. A high-efficiency wood-burning stove, Zehnder MVHR heat recovery system, and app-controlled passive heaters ensure year-round comfort and low running costs. The property is future-proofed, with connections in place for solar panels and a heat pump.

Modern living is further enhanced by high-speed fibre-optic internet, while the wiring design allows wireless systems to be switched off for a calm, low-interference environment — ideal for remote working or peaceful retreat living.

Outside, the private 1.35-acre plot is thoughtfully landscaped with birch, beech, orchard trees, willow and established planting, creating natural shelter and privacy. A gravel driveway and generous parking complete the setting.

Sailors Cabin offers a rare opportunity to acquire a modern eco home, second home, or luxury holiday retreat on the Isle of Skye. With architectural design, energy efficiency, land, views and development potential, this is a turn-key lifestyle property in one of Scotland’s most sought-after coastal locations.

Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the quality, setting, and unique lifestyle on offer.

Entrance Hall

4.50m Max x 3.30m Max (14' 9.16" Max x 10' 9.92" Max)

A covered entrance porch leads to a fully glazed NorDan exterior door providing access into the entrance hallway. The hallway provides access to the living room, kitchen/ dining room, bedroom one, W.C and shower room with sauna. A utility/plant room houses the boiler, hot water tank and consumer unit along with a washer/dryer. Painted in neutral tones. Douglas Fir real wood flooring.

Living Room

5.00m x 3.50m (16' 4.85" x 11' 5.79" )

Three steps lead from the entrance hall down into the living room. Dual aspect with windows to the side elevation, skylight and sliding patio doors to the front elevation grants access to the decked storm terrace overlooking Loch Harport. High-efficiency wood burning stove designed for passive houses provides heating and hot water. Bespoke oak cabinetry, whisky bar with brass-mesh doors. Painted in neutral tones. Douglas Fir real wood flooring. Sliding doors to bedroom two.

Kitchen/ Dining Room

4.50m x 4.00m (14' 9.16" x 13' 1.48" )

Stunning custom shaker-style kitchen with soft close drawers. Equipped with high end Fisher & Paykel appliances. Handmade Portuguese and English tiles. Picture window to front elevation framing Loch Harport, window and fully glazed door to side elevation. Sliding patio doors leading out to the storm terrace. Douglas Fir real wood flooring. Painted in neutral tones.

Bedroom 1

4.65m x 3.00m (15' 3.07" x 9' 10.11" )

Generous double bedroom with picture window to the side elevation boasting countryside views. Finished in neutral tones. Douglas Fir real wood flooring.

Bedroom 2

3.00m x 3.65m (9' 10.11" x 11' 11.7" )

Double bedroom with window to rear elevation and roof skylight allow an abundance of natural light to flood the room. Finished in neutral tones. Douglas Fir real wood flooring.

W.C

WC comprising wash hand basin and Japanese-style smart toilet. Window to side elevation. Tiled walls. Douglas Fir real wood flooring.

Shower Room & Sauna

Walk-in mains operated rain fall shower. Tiled walls to shower enclosure. Windows to rear elevation. Aspen clad sauna with Harvia heater. Solid tile flooring.

Brochures

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Band: F
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Affordability

Monthly repayments£1,981
Property: £ 395,000
Deposit: £ 39,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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