188 Strathmelness, Talmine, Lairg, Sutherland IV27 4YT

188 Strathmelness is a charming cottage-style property boasting panoramic hill and sea views. Features two reception rooms with log burners, a scenic kitchen and a fully tiled bathroom. Upstairs offers two double bedrooms with wall panelling and exposed stone. Set on a generous plot with a gated drive, mature lawned garden, outbuildings, a paved patio, and a spectacular elevated garden sanctuary.

Entrance Hall - 1.8m x 4.1m

Entering into the welcoming entrance hallway which featuring under-stairs storage, stairs to the first floor, and access to both primary reception rooms.

Sitting Room - 3.3m x 3.7m

A cosy front-facing room characterisd by elegant wall panelling, original wooden flooring, and a focal log-burning stove.

Dining Room - 3.3m x 3.7m

Perfectly mirroring the sitting room, this front-facing space boasts wooden flooring, high built-in shelving, and a impressive feature fireplace housing a log-burner stove cooker.

Rear Hall & Porch 

Complete with practical tiled flooring and built-in storage for coats and footwear. The rear porch offers direct access to the garden.

Kitchen - 2.3m x 3.0m

Positioned at the rear to capture the finest view in the house—unimpeded panoramic vistas across rolling hills down to a sandy bay. Features a classic Belfast sink, generous worktop space, tiled flooring, integrated shelving, and plumbing/space for freestanding appliances.

Bathroom - 1.8m x 1.8m 

Fully tiled family bathroom fitted with a WC, washbasin, and bath with an overhead mains shower.

First Floor -

Bright central landing offering additional built-in storage space and access to two double bedrooms.

Bedroom One - 3.6m x 3.8m

A bright front-facing double bedroom featuring rich wall panelling and wooden flooring.

Bedroom Two - 3.6m x 3.8m 

 A second spacious double bedroom, echoing the front-facing layout and wooden floors of Bedroom One, highlighted by a stunning exposed stone feature wall.

Garden  

The property is approached via a gated entrance leading to a generous drive. The expansive main garden is predominantly laid to lawn, framed by mature trees and established shrubbery, and includes several versatile outbuildings. To the rear, a paved patio offers the ideal spot for outdoor dining while taking in the surroundings. A particular highlight is the separate, elevated gated garden set above the main plot; sheltered by trees, this raised sanctuary provides a magnificent vantage point to enjoy the stunning, far-reaching views

Location 

Situated just off the renowned NC500 Tourist Route, 188 Strathmelness offers a serene escape. The local convenience store in Talmine is a mere 2 miles away, while the village of Tongue, approximately 7 miles south, provides additional amenities. For more extensive shopping, Thurso is 50 miles to the east and Tain 70 miles to the south. Educational provisions include primary schooling in Tongue and secondary education at Farr High School, around 20 miles east.