Property description
This is a unique opportunity to purchase two properties in the pretty village of Uig in the northwest of Skye both enjoying views to Uig Bay. Bruaich-Na-Greine is a traditional, character, 3 bedroom property and Sea Loch View is a contemporary, energy efficient 2 bedroom property with open-plan living to the first floor and spectacular bay views. Both properties are situated within the same private garden grounds separated by a fence, and would make an ideal family home with rental income in the garden. Call RE/MAX on 01471 822900 to arrange to view today!
BRUAICH-NA-GREINE COMPRISES:
Ground Floor: Entrance Vestibule, Study, Lounge, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Rear Porch, Utility Room, Bathroom
First Floor: Landing, 3 Bedrooms, Shower Room
SEA LOCH VIEW COMPRISES:
Ground Floor: Entrance/Reception, Two Bedrooms (Both en-suite), Utility Room
First Floor: Open-Plan Lounge/Kitchen/Dining, Cloakroom
External: Garden Grounds, Timber Shed
LOCATION: The pretty fishing village of Uig is to be found in the Trotternish peninsula in the north of Skye, sheltering in front of the basaltic coastline cliffs along a horseshoe shaped bay. Walking in this area is a must, with the famous Trotternish Ridge close by, taking in the Quiraing in the north to the Old Man of Storr further south. The area is rich in wildlife with regular sightings of golden eagles, sea eagles and the elusive corncrake, otters and dolphins. The village of Uig has facilities such as grocers shop, Post Office, petrol station and shop, pottery, hotels, and the ferry to the Outer Isles. Portree the island’s capital is approximately 15 miles south.
Bruaich-Na-Greine:
ACCOMMODATION: Bruaich-Na-Greine (Gaelic for Sunny Bank) was built circa 1929 with later extensions added in the late 50’s/60’s to provide comfortable living accommodation. The windows are double glazed, heating is by an oil fired condensing boiler to radiators and there is a log burner in the lounge.
Sea Loch View:
ACCOMMODATION: Sea Loch View was completed in 2005 and extends to some 144 sq m, the property has high levels of insulation, is double glazed throughout and has electric underfloor heating to the ground floor and radiant thin film heating in the ceiling of the first floor along with a wood burning stove in the living area.
ENTRANCE RECEPTION/SITTING/STUDY AREA: Approx. 3.58m x 4.5m Wall of window to front elevation incorporating sliding doors and bay views, large under stair cupboard , range of built-in shelving, ceiling down lights, tiled floor, access to two bedrooms, utility room, inner hallway, stairs to upper floor:
BEDROOM 1: Approx. 4.09m (at widest point) x 2.91m Wall of window to front elevation incorporating sliding doors opening onto a small decked area, double built-in wardrobe, fitted carpet, access to en-suite:
En-Suite: Approx. 2.57m x 1.96m High level windows to side and rear elevations, bath with shower over and folding glazed shower screen, wall mounted wash hand basin, WC, ceiling down lights, heated towel rail, ceramic tile floor.
UTILITY ROOM: Glazed door from hallway, range of base units with oak worktop over, stainless steel sink, plumbing and space for washing machine and tumble drier, ceiling down lights, ceramic tile floor.
BEDROOM 2: Approx. 4.07m (at widest point) x 2.86m Wall of window to front elevation incorporating sliding doors opening onto a small decked area, double built-in wardrobe, fitted carpet, access to Jack and Jill shower room:
JACK AND JILL SHOWER ROOM: Approx. 2.57m x 1.92m Window to rear elevation, double built-in shower cubicle, wall mounted wash hand basin, WC, ceiling down lights, built-in cupboard, heated towel rail, ceramic tile floor, access to inner hallway:
INNER HALLWAY: Approx. 1.42m x 1.28m Double built-in cupboard housing hot water tank, ceiling down lights, ceramic tile floor, access to entrance reception area:
STAIRS AND UPPER LANDING: Oak stairs rise from hallway directly into open plan living area, skylight window to rear elevation over stairs.
OPEN-PLAN LOUNGE/DINING/KITCHEN: Approx. 11.57m x 5.57m
This light, spacious room has a wall of windows to the front elevation, ceiling down lights and oak flooring throughout:
Lounge area: Two small window to side elevation, freestanding wood burning stove on raised slate plinth.
Dining area: Range of built-in shelving, access to inner hallway:
Kitchen area: Sliding door to front elevation opening onto balcony area, range of contemporary wall and base drawer and cupboard units with oak worktop over, coordinating island unit incorporating 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink and breakfast area, integrated double oven, ceramic hob, integrated fridge/freezer, integrated dishwasher, decorative shelving.
INNER HALLWAY: Approx. 1.52m x 1.48m Double built-in cupboard, ceiling down lights, oak flooring, access to cloakroom:
CLOAKROOM: Approx. 2.52m x 2.13m Windows to side and rear elevations, vanity sink set into oak worktop, WC, ceiling down lights, oak flooring.
EXTERNAL:
TIMBER SHED
GARDENS: A tarmac driveway to the side of Bruach-Na-Greine leads to off road parking for several vehicles, steps rise from this area giving access to Sea Loch View which has mature sloping garden grounds to the front. The garden grounds for Bruach-Na-Greine are separate and comprise slabbed areas and grass with mature planting.
SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, mains drainage.
HOME REPORTS: Available by contacting the RE/MAX Skye office
EPC Rating: Sea Loch View: C (70)
EPC Rating: Bruaich-Na-Greine F (23)
COUNCIL TAX: Bruaich-Na-Greine is in Council Tax Band E. Sea Loch View is currently under Non Domestic Rates where under the Small Business Bonus Scheme there is a 100% relief with no property rate to be paid. Previously when not used as a holiday let it was in Council Band D.
EXTRAS: All fitted floor coverings and window coverings, other items may be available by separate negotiation.
ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.
DIRECTIONS: From the Skye Bridge take the A87 towards Portree at Portree continue on the A87 signposted to Uig drive into Uig and continue as if going to the ferry, before you reach the ferry port turn right onto the A855 then turn immediately right Bruaich-Na-Greine and Sea Loch View are on your left hand side.
VIEWING: Viewing of this property is essential to be fully appreciated. Viewing can be arranged by calling Christine Brett on 01471 822900 or by e-mailing remaxskye@aol.co.uk
OFFERS: Should be submitted in proper legal Scottish form to RE/MAX Skye Estate Agents, Main Street, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9AE. Fax no. 01471 822950.
INTEREST: It is important that 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.
ENTRANCE VESTIBULE - 6' 8'' x 4' 10'' (2.04m x 1.48m)
uPVC door with frosted glazed insert and frosted glazed side panels, internal windows to study and dining room, pine 'V' lining to ceiling, radiator, ceramic tile floor, access to hallway:
Hallway
uPVC frosted glazed door with frosted glazed side panels enters hallway with two steps rising to inner hallway, pine 'V' lining to ceiling, radiator, fitted carpet, access to study and dining room:
Study - 14' 10'' x 10' 1'' (4.52m x 3.07m)
Half glazed door, window to front elevation with bay views, window to side elevation and Velux window to ceiling, pine 'V' lining to ceiling, double built-in cupboard with sliding doors and two high level cupboards above, radiator, wood laminate flooring, open access to lounge:
Lounge - 14' 1'' x 11' 9'' (4.28m x 3.58m)
Two steps rise through open access to a lounge full of character, glazed doors to rear elevation opening onto a patio area, wood burning stove set onto a slate hearth with slate surround and wooden mantel, shelved alcove, deep wooden cornices, original 'V' lining to ceiling, four wall lights, radiator, stripped floor boards.
Dining Room - 14' 4'' x 10' 2'' (4.38m x 3.09m)
Half glazed door, two windows to front elevation with bay views, French doors to side elevation, Velux window to ceiling, pine 'V' lining to ceiling, radiator, wood laminate flooring, open access to sitting room:
Sitting Room - 15' 9'' x 10' 7'' (4.79m x 3.22m)
Approx. 4.79m x 3.22m Two steps rise through open access to sitting room, open fire with brick surround, tiled hearth and wooden mantel, decorative beams to ceiling, two wall lights, radiator, stripped boards, access to kitchen:
Kitchen - 15' 11'' x 7' 8'' (4.85m x 2.34m)
(2.34m is measurement at widest point) Multi pane glazed door, range of wall and base units with work top over, stainless steel 1.5 bowl sink, integrated double oven, ceramic hob with stainless steel extractor over, space for fridge/freezer, tiling to splash backs, under cupboard lighting, radiator, ceramic tiled floor, access to rear porch:
Rear Porch - 4' 5'' x 3' 11'' (1.34m x 1.2m)
Half glazed uPVC door, built-in cupboard, uPVC door to side elevation with glazed insert, open access to utility room:
Utility room - 12' 7'' x 7' 0'' (3.84m x 2.14m)
Open access from rear porch, two windows to rear elevation, range of wall and base units with worktop over, stainless steel sink, space for fridge/freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble drier, carpet.
Inner hallway
Built-in cupboard, large under stair cupboard, radiator, fitted carpet, access to lounge, sitting room, bathroom, stairs to upper floor:
Bathroom - 9' 0'' x 4' 8'' (2.74m x 1.43m)
Door with frosted glazed panel, deep sill frosted glazed window to rear elevation, corner power shower cubicle, disabled bath with shower over, glass corner sink, WC, fully tiled, radiator incorporating heated towel rail, ceramic tile floor.
STAIRS AND UPPER LANDING
Carpeted stairs rise from hallway to carpeted landing, Velux window over stair well, access to three bedrooms and bathroom:
Bedroom One - 14' 4'' x 10' 7'' (4.36m x 3.23m)
(4.36m is under coombs) Window to front elevation with bay views, corner glass vanity basin with cupboard under, decorative fireplace (not currently working) with cast iron insert and wood surround, small built-in cupboard, decorative beams to ceiling, radiator, fitted carpet.
Bedroom Three - 11' 9'' x 6' 0'' (3.57m x 1.83m)
(Measurements at widest point under coombs) Window to front elevation, radiator, wood laminate flooring.
Bedroom Two - 14' 4'' x 10' 10'' (4.36m x 3.3m)
Window to front elevation with bay views, decorative beams to ceiling, radiator, fitted carpet.
Shower Room - 6' 6'' x 4' 9'' (1.98m x 1.46m)
Window to rear elevation, round glass sink on glass pedestal, WC, radiator, ceramic tile floor.
Property Features :
- Package of 2 properties in Uig, north Skye
- 3 bedroom traditional spacious cottage
- 2 bedroom contemporary property
- Ideal family home and holiday let
- Bruaich Na Greine, EPC Rating: F (23)