18 & 19 Colbost, Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, Highland

A charming cottage set in a magnificent position on the western coast of the Isle of Skye. The property features warm, comfortable accommodation and benefits from stunning, far-reaching views across the dramatic landscape overlooking the Waternish peninsula.

The property is available for sale as a whole or in two lots as follows:

Lot 1 – Offers Over £270,000

With its whitewashed elevations and outlook towards the cliffs of the Loch Dunvegan coastline, this delightful property provides a calm and comforting sanctuary from the wild landscape outside.

Inside, there is a sitting room with wooden flooring, wood-panelled ceiling and fireplace fitted with a log burner. The similarly proportioned dining room also benefits from a woodburning stove and features slate tiled flooring. Towards the rear sits the kitchen with flagstone flooring and fitted units to base and wall level.

The bathroom is located on the ground level, and is fitted with an over-bath shower, floor-to-ceiling tiling, a pedestal washbasin and a mirrored vanity unit. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms with wooden flooring and exposed timber-panelled vaulted ceilings, as well as dormer windows offering elevated views across Loch Dunvegan.

The cottage has an access from the road which leads to the driveway, providing parking for several vehicles. The garden has areas of lawn dotted with various trees and shrubs and there is a sheltered area of decking at the rear of the cottage. Outbuildings include various stores and sheds, as well as a detached office or garden room with decking and French doors opening to take in the sweeping views.

Lot 2 – Offers Over £95,000

Lot 2 comprises approximately 12.05 acres (4.86 ha) of grassland graded 6(3) by the James Hutton Institute land capability for agriculture maps. The land slopes from about 50m down to around 10m above sea level. There is planning permission for the erection of two letting chalets (Ref: 18/02046/FUL). Enquiries regarding the planning permission should be made directly with the Highland Council. Also included is a stone-built field shelter with a corrugated roof and historic ruins.

The small, scattered settlement of Colbost lies in a stunning position on the west of the Isle of Skye, overlooking Loch Dunvegan and with spectacular views towards the north of the island. There is a local shop in Glendale, two and a half miles away, while various local amenities can be found five miles away in Dunvegan, where there is a shop and a primary school. Portree is 23 miles away and provides access to further necessary facilities and amenities as well as secondary schooling. The Isle of Skye is one of Scotland’s most beautiful and dramatic landscapes, with the rugged Cuillin Hills and famous sites such as the Old Man of Storr providing plenty of stunning walking, climbing and cycling routes. The A87 provides access to the main towns and settlements on the island, while the Skye Bridge provides a connection to the mainland.