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Shepherds Cottage, Eynort, Carbost, Isle of Skye, IV47 8SG
RE/MAX Skye is delighted to present to the market Shepherds Cottage, a traditional detached, single storey, 2 bedroom extended croft house renovated to a good standard by the current owner. It is set within private garden grounds, above the shores of Loch Eynort. The cottage lies in a secluded position on the edge of the small rural community of Eynort on the West coast of the Isle of Skye. Enjoying a truly tranquil location, up a private road, this charming property has uninterrupted views to Loch Eynort, and across the loch to Kraiknish, whilst still being conveniently located just a short drive from amenities at Carbost. It offers the opportunity to purchase a desirable home, holiday home or letting property.
Call RE/MAX Skye today on 01471 822900 to arrange your viewing appointment
Property comprises:
Entrance Hallway, Lounge, Two Bedrooms, Rear Hallway, Shower Room, Kitchen/Dining Room.
Enclosed Garden Grounds, Stone Bothy.
LOCATION: Shepherds Cottage sits on the fringes of the quiet township of Eynort on Skye's Minginish peninsula, – an area that boasts some of Skye's most spectacular scenery. The majestic Cuillin mountains close by, offer beautiful views, climbing opportunities and a never ending stream of flora and fauna to feast your eyes on, including golden and sea eagles, buzzards and deer! Glen Brittle Forest, offers a 9-mile circular walk and 15 miles of cycling tracks with picnic areas for family days out and just in front of the cottage is Loch Eynort where otters and herons can be spotted.
Located about 4 miles from the property is the village of Carbost, with local amenities including village shop with petrol pumps, post office, surgery, primary school, pub, and Talisker Distillery. Further facilities are available in Portree, the island's capital, 21 miles away.
ACCOMMODATION: Shepherds Cottage, extending to some 65ms, was constructed approximately 110 years ago and further extended about 50 years ago, the property has oil fired central heating and ledge and brace doors throughout, with a recently installed Magnet kitchen and shower room.
ENTRANCE HALLWAY: Approx. 1.27m x 2.49m
uPVC half glazed front door, radiator, oak floor, access to lounge and bedrooms:
LOUNGE: Approx. 3.52m x 4.61m (at widest point)
Shallow bay window to front elevation with feature decorative wood sill and views to Loch Eynort, exposed stone wall with inglenook style fireplace and granite hearth (would be ideal for a wood-burning stove), ‘V’ lining to walls, radiator, oak floor, access to rear hallway:
REAR HALLWAY: Built-in cupbaord housing hot water tank, radiator, slate tile floor, half frosted glazed door to side, access to bathroom and kitchen/dining room:
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM: Approx. 4.61m x 2.89m
Open access from rear hallway, windows to side and rear elevations, comprehensive range of Magnet cream shaker country-style wall and base units with coordinating beech worktop over, Butler sink, peninsula unit, 4 ring Halogen hob with stainless steel extractor over and double oven under, integrated dishwasher, space and plumbed for washing machine, space for fridge/freezer, slate tiling to splash backs, ‘V’ lining to dado height, feature ceiling spot lights and triple pendant light, radiator, slate tile floor, space for small table and chairs.
SHOWER ROOM: Approx. 2.54m x 1.59m
Window to side elevation, triple shower unit with glazed side screen, Mira electric pumped power shower, wall mounted wash hand basin, WC, recessed ceiling down lights, slate tile floor.
BEDROOM 1: Approx. 4.35m x 3.63m
Deep sill window to front elevation with feature decorative wooden sill and window seat, ‘V’ lining to walls, radiator, oak floor, access to boarded loft:
BEDROOM 2: Approx. 3.03m x 2.43m
Deep sill window to rear elevation, radiator, oak floor.
EXTERNAL:
STONE BOTHY
GARDEN GROUNDS: An agricultural gate opens onto a track which leads to the property, entered via gated access, there is currently no off road parking but this could easily be incorporated, the gardens are laid mainly to grass and adjacent to the property is an old stone bothy currently used for storage.
DIRECTIONS: Turn off the A863 main Dunvegan road towards Carbost. After 2 miles or so turn left at the sign for Talisker/Glen Eynort. Take the left fork to Eynort and follow the road to the end where there is a parking/turning area. Drive through the gate (closing it behind you) and Shepherds Cottage is on the left hand side. There is no for sale sign.
SERVICES: Mains electricity, private water, drainage to septic tank.
EXTRAS: All fitted floor coverings, integrated kitchen appliances; other items may be available by separate negotiation.
COUNCIL TAX: Currently commercially rated
EPC Rating E (47)
ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.
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.
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Stations Nearby
- Kyle of Lochalsh
- 23.5 miles
- Duirinish
- 24.6 miles
- Plockton
- 25.7 miles
Schools Nearby
- Paible School
- 46.9 miles
- Daliburgh School
- 39.3 miles
- Tobermory High School
- 45.2 miles
- Carbost Primary School
- 2.9 miles
- Struan Primary School
- 7.3 miles
- Elgol Primary School
- 11.7 miles
- Mallaig High School
- 26.2 miles
- Portree High School
- 11.8 miles
- Plockton High School
- 25.5 miles