Apartment No. 5 Balnapolaig Steading, Dornoch, Highland

5 BALNAPOLAIG STEADING, DORNOCH, SUTHERLAND, IV25 3HA

GROUND FLOOR: ENTRANCE VESTIBULE, HALL, SHOWER ROOM, BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM, OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING ROOM WITH GAMES ROOMS OFF

FIRST FLOOR: LANDING THREE BEDROOMS ALL WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOMS.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Steading is currently being used as luxury self-catering holiday accommodation in Dornoch and is set within a peaceful semi-rural location a short drive from the Royal Dornoch Golf Course and historic town centre. The principal accommodation enjoys stunning panoramic views across the Dornoch Firth to Struie Hill and the mountain ranges beyond. The Steading itself is a converted 150 year old former grain store. The exterior has been sympathetically restored to reflect its original character while the inside is of a modern design, restored to a high standard with great attention to detail. The rooms are bright and spacious and the generous open plan living area with double-height ceiling and large windows showcases the uninterrupted views. The wood burning stove provides a very pleasant atmosphere for relaxing and the space is perfect for entertaining. The Steading offers many pleasing features such as hardwood flooring throughout, a bespoke staircase, and four stunning en-suite bedrooms all with the capacity to accommodate a super king size bed. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate this unique property.

Offers over £420,000.00

LOCATION
The Royal Burgh of Dornoch is a historic town on the route of the NC500 scenic drive around the North Highlands. World renowned for its Championship Golf Course, Dornoch is the centre of East Sutherland's increasingly popular golf paradise which includes the iconic courses of Brora, Golspie and Tain as well as Dornoch's second course the Struie. Dornoch is ideally placed for outdoor activities and the area is famed for its beautiful coastline, award winning beach and high quality of life. The town itself has a good range of shops, restaurants and services including a health centre as well as a primary school and Academy. There is a squash court, gym and MUGA available in the town centre.

The Dornoch Firth is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is home to a wide variety of wildlife. As well as being popular with golfers the area attracts walkers and cyclists. First class stalking and salmon fishing are available on nearby estates and rivers. Loch Fleet Nature Reserve is close by and the stunning north-west Highlands, often referred to as the last great wilderness in Europe, containing some of the most beautiful beaches and mountains in Scotland, are also easily accessible. There is a train station across the Dornoch bridge in Tain connecting to daily mainline services which run from Inverness to London and the South. Inverness, 45 miles to the south, has all the facilities of a modern city including an airport with twice-daily flights to London, and regular flights to other UK and European destinations.

ACCOMMODATION
Entrance through hard wood door to the side of the property into:

VESTIBULE: 2.54m x 1.94m
Door into spacious walk-in cupboard housing the electric meter and fuse box. Fitted coat hooks. Half-glazed door into hallway. Centre light. Stone flagging.

HALL
Bright and spacious hall enjoying an attractive staircase to first floor. The hall gives access to all ground floor accommodation. Quality wood flooring.

SHOWER ROOM: 1.97m 1.84m
The shower room allows disabled access and comprises WC and wall hung wash hand basin. Fully tiled shower cubicle fitted with power shower. Chrome ladder style heated towel rail. Quality wood flooring. Recessed lighting. Extractor fan.

UTILITY ROOM: 3.11m x 3.21m
This practical room is fitted with base units and work surface incorporating a deep laundry sink. Side facing window. Central heating boiler.

OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING ROOM:
K: 5.69m x 4.70m D:4.15m x 4.70 L: 5.79x m 4.66m
This substantial, bright and spacious room is an impressive area for entertaining and enjoys large windows which allow an abundance of natural light to enter and is well positioned to take full advantage of the excellent views over the surrounding countryside across to the Dornoch Firth. The contemporary kitchen is well fitted with a generous number of quality units. Integrated dishwasher. Double electric oven. American style fridge freezer. 1.5 sink and drainer with mixer taps. There are many pleasing features to this attractive room. Multi fuel stove provides a pleasing as well as cosy focal point. South facing French doors which lead out to the garden. Recessed lights. Telephone point. Heating control. TV point. Open through to games room which enjoys two front facing windows, wall and ceiling lights.

GAMES ROOM: 4.77m x 4.86m
Open through from living area into a multi-purpose space, currently used as a games room. This room has bi-fold doors which open onto an internal corridor which currently allows access to the neighbouring property and garden, however this corridor will be removed by the seller if the properties are sold separately.

BEDROOM 4: 5.03m x 4.35m
Set on the ground floor, this nicely proportioned and bright room enjoys double French doors that lead out to an enclosed sitting out area. Rear facing window. Carpet. Door leads into a large walk-in wardrobe and there is a further door accessing the en-suite.

EN-SUITE: 3.09m x 1.51m
Contemporary room with quality fittings comprising WC, wall hung wash hand basin and large, spacious shower cubicle with fitted power shower. Chrome ladder style heated towel rail. Recessed spot lights. Extractor fan. Rear facing opaque window.

Stairs with rear facing window to

LANDING
Allows access to three further bedrooms

MASTER BEDROOM SUITE: 3.57m x 3.57m
This spacious and bright room enjoys two front facing windows commanding panoramic views across to the Dornoch Firth. Double doors lead into a walk-in wardrobe with generous shelving and hanging rails. Hatch to loft.

EN-SUITE: 2.93m x 1.87m
Comprising WC, wall hung wash hand basin and large shower cubicle, lined with wet wall panelling and fitted with power shower. Rear facing Velux. Large chrome heated towel rail.

BEDROOM 2: 4.79m x 3.59m
Enjoying a side facing window. Large slim line radiator. Doors lead into fitted wardrobe and En-suite. Carpet.

EN-SUITE: 1.97m x 2.08m
Comprising WC, wall hung wash hand basin and shower cubicle, lined with wet wall panelling. Side facing Velux. Recessed lighting. Large chrome heated towel rail.

BEDROOM 3: 10.35m x 4.51m
Extremely spacious bedroom with side facing Velux. Double doors lead into wardrobe. Door into En-suite. Carpet. Modern radiator.

EN-SUITE: 2.00m x 2.00m
Comprising WC, wall hung wash hand basin and shower cubicle, fully lined with wet wall panelling. Side facing Velux window. Large chrome heated towel rail.

GARAGE
A single garage is situated to the rear. Up and over electronic door. Power and light.

GARDEN
There are areas of garden grounds to the front, side and rear of the property. The garden is mainly down to grass. A shared access drive and allocated parking area allows parking for several cars to the side of the property.

POST CODE
IV25 3HA

SERVICES
Mains water and electricity. Drainage is to a shared septic tank. Central heating is provided by an oil fired boiler to under-floor heating system.

VIEWING
Contact the selling agents

ENTRY
By Arrangement

PRICE
Offers over £420,000.00 in Scottish Legal form are invited. Only parties who note interest formally will be informed of any closing date that may be set.

These Particulars do not constitute an offer or contract and while believed to be accurate are not guaranteed. Offerers by offering will be held to have satisfied themselves as to the extent and condition of the subjects of sale as to which no warranty is given or is implied either from these Particulars or from any advertisement for sale of the subjects or otherwise.

ARTHUR & CARMICHAEL
SOLICITORS & ESTATE AGENTS
CATHEDRAL SQUARE,
DORNOCH, SUTHERLAND
IV25 3SW
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