Lower Milovaig, Glendale, Isle of Skye, IV55 8WR

Rowan Tree Cottage, 7 Lower Milovaig, Glendale, Isle of Skye IV55 8WR

Tranquilly nestled within private enclosed garden rounds and enjoying stunning views over Loch Pooltiel and Dunvegan Head, Rowan Tree Cottage is a charming traditional two-bedroom stone cottage set in an elevated rural position which maximises the delightful loch views. The property includes a concrete byre and additional freehold land. Whilst requiring renovation and upgrading this property offers a great opportunity to create a home tailored to personal taste and requirements. With its breathtaking views, peaceful setting and scope for transformation, Rowan Tree Cottage would make an ideal home or home away from home, ready to be restored to its full potential. Call or email RE/MAX Skye today to arrange your viewing appointment!

PROPERTY COMPRISES:
Ground Floor: Entrance Porch, Hallway, Sitting Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, Shower Room
Upper Floor: 2 Bedrooms, Box Room

EXTERNAL:
Enclosed Garden Grounds
Concrete Byre
Freehold Land (Acreage to be confirmed)

LOCATION:
The small crofting township of Lower Milovaig consists of a scattering of houses in the northwest of Skye, just a few miles from the village of Glendale where you can find local amenities such as a local shop, Post Office cafe/restaurant and community hall. This is an area rich in sights and places of interest, close to Neist Point Lighthouse, Dunvegan Castle, Borreraig Park Piping Museum and MacCrimmon’s Cairn. Also close by are the breath-taking coral beaches and McLeod's Tables Mountains. Local walks take you to quiet bays, waterfalls, river pools and deserted village ruins. Rich in wildlife and beauty, the area offers plentiful opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as hillwalking, fishing, cycling etc. Dunvegan, North-West Skye's main village, is about 10 miles away and offers a range of amenities, including a selection of small shops, medical centre, hotels, restaurants, garage and primary school. A wider range of facilities are available in the island’s capital Portree, approx. 32 miles away.

ACCOMMODATION:
Rowan Tree Cottage is a traditional two/three-bedroom detached solid stone cottage built in circa 1900 and extending to some 79m2. The property benefits from double-glazed uPVC windows on the ground floor and double-glazed timber Velux type windows on the upper floor. Heating is by way of Dimplex storage heaters on the ground floor and Dimplex panel heaters on the upper floor. The property includes a concrete byre situated out with the garden grounds.

The surveyor has put a £20,000 retention on this property for essential works.

DETAILS:

SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, drainage to septic tank.
HOME REPORT: Available from RE/MAX Skye
COUNCIL TAX BAND: C
EPC RATING: F (21)

ENTRANCE PORCH:

1.32m x 2.22m

uPVC half frosted glazed door, two windows to front elevation with garden and Loch view, wall light, decorative wood paneling to dado height, concrete floor, access to hallway:

HALLWAY:

1.53m x 2.18m

One step rises to half glazed timber door, Dimplex electric storage heater, vinyl flooring, access to lounge, kitchen, shower room, stair to upper floor:

SITTING ROOM:

4.12m x 3.59m

Deep sill window to front elevation with garden and Loch view, open fireplace with a decorative painted timber, decorative tile inserts and ceramic tiled hearth, Dimplex electric storage heater, fitted carpet:

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM:

4.13m x 3.09m

Deep sill window to front elevation with Loch view, range of base units with laminate worktop over, stainless steel sink with stainless steel drainer, freestanding New Home electric cooker with double oven, wall shelves, space for undercounter fridge, space for small table and chairs, open fireplace with tiled hearth and mantle, Dimplex electric storage heater, vinyl flooring:

SHOWER ROOM:

2.55m x 1.44m

Deep sill frosted window to rear elevation, double door frosted glazed shower enclosure, Miracle electric shower, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, storage niche with access hatch, Dimplex electric storage heater, vinyl flooring:

STAIRS AND LANDING:

2.29m x 1.7m

(Dimension under Coombs)
Carpeted stairs rise to upper floor, timber frame Velux window to rear elevation, carpet with floorboards under, access to 2 bedrooms, boxroom, loft:

BEDROOM 1:

4.25m x 3.61m

(Dimension under Coombs and at widest point)
Timber frame Velux window to front elevation with Loch view, downlights, Dimplex electric panel heater, carpet flooring.

BOX ROOM:

1.84m x 2.24m

(Dimension under Coombs)
Timber frame Velux window to front elevation with Loch view, downlight, carpet flooring.

BEDROOM 2:

4.17m x 3.56m

(Dimension under Coombs and at widest point)
Timber frame Velux window to front elevation with Loch view, downlights, built-in wardrobe currently with open access, Dimplex electric panel heater, carpet flooring.

CONCRETE BYRE

9m x 4m

Poured concrete byre under a pitched corrugated metal sheet roof.

GARDEN GROUNDS (Acreage to be confirmed)

A private track leads down from the township road to the cottage and Byre. The Byre sits in an elevated position to the right of the track. To the left a metal field gate provides access to the enclosed garden grounds, ample parking is available out with the fenced garden and within the enclosed garden grounds. The grounds are mainly laid to grass with mature planting and trees lining the boundaries of the garden. The front of the cottage features two gravel beds with wooden edgings and sedum planting, with a concrete patio leading to the front door. Gates provide access from the garden to the surrounding land. A field drain is located at the front of the property.

EXTRAS:

Included in the sale are all fitted floor coverings and appliances.

DIRECTIONS:

From the Skye Bridge, follow the A87 north towards Portree, at Sligachan, turn left onto the A863 to Dunvegan, just before Dunvegan, turn left on the B884 to Glendale and continue along for 8 miles or so, take the left turn towards Waterstein and Neist Point turning right immediately after the bus stop, stay on the Lower Milovaig road and after 0.6 miles, Rowan Tree Cottage is on your right. The property is not visible from the main road. Follow the gravel drive down to the property.

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ENTRY:

At a date to be mutually agreed.

VIEWING:

Viewing this property is essential. Viewing can be arranged by calling RE/MAX Skye on or by e-mailing .

OFFERS:

Should be submitted in proper legal Scottish form to RE/MAX Skye Estate Agents, A87, Kyleakin, Isle of Skye, IV41 8PQ.

INTEREST:

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

DISCLAIMER:

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.