Property description
Character home or lifestyle opportunity!
Burnbank, Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, IV55 8GU
RE/MAX Skye is pleased to present to the market Burnbank a substantial 4 bedroom (1 en-suite) period property situated in the pretty and popular village of Dunvegan in the North West of Skye. The property retains many original features and would make a wonderful island home, whilst the substantial workshop to the rear offers a myriad of different options and is currently an artist's studio. Call RE/MAX Skye today for full details on 01471 822900.
LOCATION: The pretty village of Dunvegan sits on the shores of Loch Dunvegan in the North West of Skye and is famous for Dunvegan Castle, seat of the chief of Clan MacLeod. The Giant MacAskill Museum, which celebrates the life of Angus Mor MacAskill was established here in 1989. There are lovely woodland walks in the area and the nearby Coral Beaches are one of Skye’s hidden gems. Local amenities include hotels, bakery, restaurant, filling station, two general stores, medical centre and primary school. Skye’s capital Portree is approximately 21 miles away and offers a comprehensive range of amenities.
GROUND FLOOR: Hallway, Dining/2nd Reception, Lounge, Bathroom, Kitchen/Dining Room
UPPER FLOOR MAIN: 3 Bedrooms
UPPER FLOOR REAR: Bedroom, En-suite
EXTERNAL: Front and Rear Gardens, Driveway, Detached Workshop with Store Room
ACCOMMODATION: This early 19th century grade C listed property retains its period charm and has many original features including beamed ceilings, original doors, sash windows and fireplaces, whilst enjoying modern comforts such as gas central heating throughout. The large detached workshop to the rear lends for a variety of uses and is currently an artist’s studio.
HALLWAY: Half-glazed wood front door enters the hallway, radiator, fitted carpet, access to main reception rooms, bathroom and stairs to upper floor:
DINING ROOM/2ND RECEPTION: Approx 3.20m x 3.87m
Deep silled windows to front and side elevations, feature cast iron fireplace with tiled inserts and wooden surround, shelving to one wall, radiator, fitted carpet.
BATHROOM: Approx 2.40m x 2.40m (at widest points)
Half frosted glazed door, frosted deep silled window to rear elevation, bath with electric power shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, part tiling to walls, ‘V’ lining to dado height, heated towel rail, radiator, tiled floor.
LOUNGE: Approx 3.80m x 4.60m
An attractive spacious room with sash window and small deep silled fixed pane window to front elevations, feature cast iron fireplace with tiled inserts and wooden surround, radiator, fitted carpet, access to kitchen and hallway:
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM: Approx 3.77m x 5.00m (at widest point)
Country kitchen with sash window to side elevation and deep silled window to rear elevation, beamed ceiling, range of wall and base units with co-ordinating worktop over, stainless steel single drainer sink, recess housing central heating boiler and freestanding electric 4 ring cooker, brass display rail over, two ceiling spotlight tracks, tiled flooring, ample space for table and chairs, exterior multi-paned door to rear garden, access via open plan stairs to rear upper floor:
UPPER FLOOR REAR
BEDROOM (EN-SUITE): Approx. 2.91m (at widest point) x 3.02m
Sash window to side elevation, slightly coombed ceiling, two built-in wardrobes with shelf and hanging space, radiator, laminate flooring, open access to en-suite:
EN-SUITE: Approx 3.80m x 1.86m
Sash window to side elevation, shower cubicle with electric power shower, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, radiator, laminate flooring.
UPPER FLOOR FRONT:
STAIR/UPPER LANDING: ‘Dog leg’ staircase with banisters from hallway rises to upper floor, deep silled sash window to rear elevation, built in storage cupboard, fitted carpet.
BEDROOM: Approx 3.85m (at widest point) x 2.18m (at widest point
Deep silled sash window to front elevation, slightly coombed ceiling, radiator, fitted carpet.
BEDROOM: Approx 3.21m x 3.11m
Deep silled sash window to front elevation, slightly coombed ceiling, three double built in cupboards and wardrobes, feature cast iron fireplace with tiled inserts and wooden surround (no longer in use), two wall lights, radiator, fitted carpet.
MASTER BEDROOM: Approx. 3.89m x 3.25m
Deep silled sash windows to front and side elevation, slightly coombed ceiling, feature cast iron fireplace with tiled inserts and wooden surround (no longer in use), radiator, fitted carpet.
EXTERNAL
WORKSHOP: Approx. 4.67m x 7.05m (currently an artist's studio)
Half glazed exterior door enters this generously sized building (extending to approx. 60m2), two windows to side elevation with garden views, roof light, built in cupboards, log burning stove, additional storage areas at either end (2.18m x 4.40m & 3.07m x 2.57m).
GARDENS: Burnbank enjoys garden grounds to front and rear, the front garden is laid to lawn with mature trees and shrubs and is enclosed by a stone wall, access to the rear is via a graveled driveway, offering off road parking for several vehicles, with potential space for garage (subject to obtaining planning consents), the pretty rear garden has a lawn area and attractive flower beds, a burn marking the boundary to the side.
SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, mains drainage.
COUNCIL TAX: The present council tax band for the property is E
EXTRAS: All fitted floorcoverings, cooker and washing machine.
ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.
VIEWING: Early viewing of this property is essential to fully appreciate the possibilities. Viewing can be arranged by calling Christine Brett on 01471 822900.
OFFERS
Should be submitted in proper legal Scottish form to RE/MAX Skye Estate Agents, Main Street, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9AB. Fax no. 01471 822950.
INTEREST
It is important your solicitor notifies this office of your interest, otherwise the property may be sold without your knowledge.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
These particulars are prepared on the basis of 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.
Property Features :
- Spacious period property with original features & LPG central heating
- Dunvegan village location, handy for amenities
- 4 beds (1 en-suite), 2 receptions, kitchen/dining
- Front and rear gardens with driveway and space for garage
- Large detached workshop with stove, ideal for artist/ studio