Crann Faibhile Beech Tree Lodge The Mound Dornoch IV25 3JF
Offers Over £350,000
Detached Villa, 3 public rooms, 6 bedrooms
Under Offer
CRANN FAIBHILE, BEECH TREE LODGE, THE MOUND, DORNOCH, SUTHERLAND, IV25 3JF
GROUND FLOOR: ENTRANCE HALLWAY, LIVING ROOM, FAMILY ROOM, KITCHEN/DINING ROOM, 3 BEDROOMS (ONE WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM), A FURTHER SHOWER ROOM, UTILITY ROOM AND BOOT ROOM.
FIRST FLOOR: 3 BEDROOMS (ALL WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOMS) AND A FURTHER BATHROOM
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Nestled in the tranquil countryside, this delightful six bedroom detached home provides a peaceful retreat while only a short drive to both Golspie and Dornoch, keeping you close to all amenities and offers the perfect blend of rural charm and modern comfort. Crann Faibhile offers bright and spacious, lateral living with three bedrooms on the ground floor (one with En-suite shower room). Three further bedrooms, all complete with En-suite shower rooms and a bathroom are located on the first floor. Prospective buyers will be impressed with the generous room sizes and extensive, private garden grounds. The flexible layout, and location, being set very near the famous NC500 tourist route, provides an ideal opportunity to run Crann Faibhile as a Bed & Breakfast/Guest house. The owners previously ran the property very successfully as a Bed & Breakfast for several years under the name of Beech Tree Lodge. The property benefits from full double glazing throughout and oil fired central heating to the ground floor rooms which is supplemented by a multi fuel stove with back boiler system in the main living room and a further free standing stove with exposed stainless steel flue in the family room. The first floor accommodation has electric heaters fitted. Externally, the house sits within a sizeable, roughly triangular garden plot, which is very private and secluded and a driveway leads down to the property. This property would also be ideal for those looking for a family sized home, those looking to retire or anyone seeking a peaceful Highland retreat and viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the accommodation within, as well as its peaceful location and grounds.
Offers over £350,000.00
LOCATION
The property is situated in the rural area of The Mound, a short distance from the A9 trunk road and is approximately 4 miles south from the village of Golspie and 8 miles north from Dornoch. Golspie is a thriving Highland community on the East Coast of Sutherland. It has an excellent range of facilities including primary and secondary schools, hospital, swimming pool with fitness room, well renowned golf club and popular beach. The Cathedral town of Dornoch enjoys a temperate climate and is a popular holiday destination for families and golfers. Renowned for its world famous Links Course at The Royal Dornoch Golf Club, it also enjoys an award winning beach and offers a range of Shops, Cafes, Restaurants, Primary and Secondary schools, Medical Centre, Dental Practice, Beauticians and hairdressers. Dornoch has easy access to the A9 and The Highland Capital City of Inverness is located approximately 45 miles to the south. There are good road and rail links to the north and south and Inverness provides all the additional facilities of an expanding city, including an airport, modern shopping centres, excellent recreational facilities and a wide selection of restaurants and hotels.
ACCOMMODATION
Part glazed timber door in to front entrance hall.
ENTRANCE HALL: 6.30m x 4.59m
Allows access to all ground floor accommodation. Door into shelved storage cupboard. Carpeted staircase to landing. Laminate flooring. Two radiators. Recessed ceiling lights.
LIVING ROOM: 6.20m x 4.54m
This elegant and bright room enjoys a double aspect with views over the garden. A multi fuel stove, with back boiler, set on a tiled hearth and bespoke wood mantel provides an attractive focal point. Feature ceiling lights. Carpet. Two radiators. Fitted Roman blind. Curtains. Door through to kitchen/dining room.
FAMILY ROOM: 4.87m x 4.41m
Enjoying a triple aspect with French patio doors leading out to the front garden this attractive family room enjoys a multi fuel stove set on a tiled hearth providing a cosy focal point. Vaulted ceiling. Feature drop-ceiling lights. Wood flooring. Bespoke wood wall shelving. Fitted Roman blinds.
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM: K: 4.66m x 3.70m D: 4.87m x 4.41m
Bright and spacious room with rear facing windows. This modern contemporary kitchen has been fully fitted with a generous amount of base units including a full height cupboard providing ample storage and incorporates a built-in electric hob with extractor hood above and tiled splash-back. Eye level double oven and microwave. Plumbed for dishwasher. Under-unit fridge. 1.5 stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap. Breakfast bar. Radiator. Recessed ceiling lights. Drop-light over table area. Access is given to the front entrance hall, living room, family room, and rear hall which leads to the utility and boot room. Door into a shelved storage cupboard and a further door leads into a cupboard housing the hot water tank.
UTILITY ROOM: 1.96m x 1.69m
This practical room enjoys fitted shelving and coat hooks. The washing machine and tumble dryer are both included in the sale. Laminate flooring. Side facing window.
BOOT ROOM: 1.96m x 1.22m
Access from the rear hall this convenient room was previously a WC and could easily be converted back. Wash hand basin with tiled splash-back. Laminate flooring. Ceiling mounted clothes pulley. Rear facing window. Fitted shelving and coat hooks.
SHOWER ROOM: 1.93m x 3.16m
Comprising WC, bidet, wall hung vanity wash hand basin with storage drawers, and large shower cubicle, lined with wet wall panelling and fitted with a traditional plumbed pressurized hot water shower. Wall mounted mirror with LED sensor lighting. Ladder style chrome radiator.
BEDROOM: 4.77m x 3.62m
Located on the ground floor this nicely proportioned room set at the front of the property with views overlooking the garden from its south facing window. Built-in wardrobes with sliding doors, middle mirrored door. Spots on track ceiling light. Radiator. Carpet. Door into En-suite.
EN-SUITE: 1.58m x 3.12m
Comprising WC, wash hand basin and shower enclosure fitted with an electric shower unit and lined with wet wall panelling. Wall mounted mirror. Laminate flooring. Front facing window with fitted roller blind. Extractor fan. Wall mounted Dimplex heater.
BEDROOM: 3.14m x 4.22m
Another nicely proportioned bedroom located on the ground floor with rear facing window. Carpet tiles. Radiator. Electric Dimplex storage heater.
BEDROOM /OFFICE: 2.97m x 4.09m
Located on the ground floor this single bedroom also makes an ideal study. Rear facing window fitted with venetian blind. Door leads into a wardrobe with hanging rail and shelf. Radiator. Desk is included in sale.
From the front entrance hall carpeted stairs leads up to the landing.
LANDING
Access is given to bathroom and three spacious bedrooms, all enjoying En-suite shower rooms. Doors lead into a large storage area. Hatch to loft. Carpet.
BATHROOM: 1.93 x 3.16m
Comprising WC, wash hand basin and bath with wood lined side panel. Tiled splash-back. Extractor fan. Vinyl flooring. Rear facing Velux.
MASTER BEDROOM: 5.71m x 3.47m
Generous sized bedroom enjoying a triple aspect allowing an abundance of natural light to enter. Coomb ceiling. Carpet. Electric storage heater. Large wall mounted mirror. Door leads into En-suite. Recessed ceiling lights.
EN-SUITE: 1.20m x 2.51m
Comprising WC, bidet and vanity wash hand basin with cupboard under. Walk-in shower fitted with a traditional plumbed pressurized hot water shower and fully lined with wet wall panelling. Double shaver socket. Large chrome ladder style heated towel rail. Front facing Velux. Vinyl flooring. Extractor fan.
BEDROOM: 3.76m x 5.72m
This bright room enjoys a side facing window along with front and rear Velux windows allowing an abundance of natural light to enter. Door into wardrobe with hanging rail. Built-in dressing table. Electric storage heater. Carpet. Door to En-suite.
EN-SUITE: 1.65m x 3.47m
Comprising WC and wash hand basin. Shower cubicle fitted with an electric Mira shower unit and lined with wet wall panelling. Large chrome heated towel rail. Wall mounted Dimpex heater. Extractor fan. Wall mirror with shaver socket and light. Tiled flooring.
BEDROOM: 2.50m x 5.57m
Large front facing Velux window. Door into built-in wardrobe. Wall mounted electric heater. Carpet. Door through to En-suite.
EN-SUITE: 1.79m x 1.85m
Comprising WC and wash hand basin. Shower cubicle fitted with an electric shower and fully lined with wet wall panelling. Front facing Velux window. Extractor fan. Fitted mirror and tiled splash-back above wash hand basin. Tiled splash-back. Tiled flooring.
GARDEN
The property sits within a sizeable, roughly triangular garden plot partly framed by post and wire fencing. There is a fully enclosed dog proof area located to the rear. A driveway leads down to a detached double garage with floored storage and work bench. Additional structures include a wood store and garden shed.
OUTBUILDINGS
Detached double garage with hinged double doors, power and light. Floored storage area. Work bench. Pedestrian side door. Wood Store. Garden shed.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
Band “ F â€
EPC
" C "
POST CODE
IV25 3JF
SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Drainage is to a private septic tank.
VIEWING
Contact the selling agents
ENTRY
By Arrangement
PRICE
Offers over £350,000.00 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
TEL. (01862) 810202 FAX (01862) 810166
Email – mail@arthur-carmichael.co.uk
GROUND FLOOR: ENTRANCE HALLWAY, LIVING ROOM, FAMILY ROOM, KITCHEN/DINING ROOM, 3 BEDROOMS (ONE WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM), A FURTHER SHOWER ROOM, UTILITY ROOM AND BOOT ROOM.
FIRST FLOOR: 3 BEDROOMS (ALL WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOMS) AND A FURTHER BATHROOM
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Nestled in the tranquil countryside, this delightful six bedroom detached home provides a peaceful retreat while only a short drive to both Golspie and Dornoch, keeping you close to all amenities and offers the perfect blend of rural charm and modern comfort. Crann Faibhile offers bright and spacious, lateral living with three bedrooms on the ground floor (one with En-suite shower room). Three further bedrooms, all complete with En-suite shower rooms and a bathroom are located on the first floor. Prospective buyers will be impressed with the generous room sizes and extensive, private garden grounds. The flexible layout, and location, being set very near the famous NC500 tourist route, provides an ideal opportunity to run Crann Faibhile as a Bed & Breakfast/Guest house. The owners previously ran the property very successfully as a Bed & Breakfast for several years under the name of Beech Tree Lodge. The property benefits from full double glazing throughout and oil fired central heating to the ground floor rooms which is supplemented by a multi fuel stove with back boiler system in the main living room and a further free standing stove with exposed stainless steel flue in the family room. The first floor accommodation has electric heaters fitted. Externally, the house sits within a sizeable, roughly triangular garden plot, which is very private and secluded and a driveway leads down to the property. This property would also be ideal for those looking for a family sized home, those looking to retire or anyone seeking a peaceful Highland retreat and viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the accommodation within, as well as its peaceful location and grounds.
Offers over £350,000.00
LOCATION
The property is situated in the rural area of The Mound, a short distance from the A9 trunk road and is approximately 4 miles south from the village of Golspie and 8 miles north from Dornoch. Golspie is a thriving Highland community on the East Coast of Sutherland. It has an excellent range of facilities including primary and secondary schools, hospital, swimming pool with fitness room, well renowned golf club and popular beach. The Cathedral town of Dornoch enjoys a temperate climate and is a popular holiday destination for families and golfers. Renowned for its world famous Links Course at The Royal Dornoch Golf Club, it also enjoys an award winning beach and offers a range of Shops, Cafes, Restaurants, Primary and Secondary schools, Medical Centre, Dental Practice, Beauticians and hairdressers. Dornoch has easy access to the A9 and The Highland Capital City of Inverness is located approximately 45 miles to the south. There are good road and rail links to the north and south and Inverness provides all the additional facilities of an expanding city, including an airport, modern shopping centres, excellent recreational facilities and a wide selection of restaurants and hotels.
ACCOMMODATION
Part glazed timber door in to front entrance hall.
ENTRANCE HALL: 6.30m x 4.59m
Allows access to all ground floor accommodation. Door into shelved storage cupboard. Carpeted staircase to landing. Laminate flooring. Two radiators. Recessed ceiling lights.
LIVING ROOM: 6.20m x 4.54m
This elegant and bright room enjoys a double aspect with views over the garden. A multi fuel stove, with back boiler, set on a tiled hearth and bespoke wood mantel provides an attractive focal point. Feature ceiling lights. Carpet. Two radiators. Fitted Roman blind. Curtains. Door through to kitchen/dining room.
FAMILY ROOM: 4.87m x 4.41m
Enjoying a triple aspect with French patio doors leading out to the front garden this attractive family room enjoys a multi fuel stove set on a tiled hearth providing a cosy focal point. Vaulted ceiling. Feature drop-ceiling lights. Wood flooring. Bespoke wood wall shelving. Fitted Roman blinds.
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM: K: 4.66m x 3.70m D: 4.87m x 4.41m
Bright and spacious room with rear facing windows. This modern contemporary kitchen has been fully fitted with a generous amount of base units including a full height cupboard providing ample storage and incorporates a built-in electric hob with extractor hood above and tiled splash-back. Eye level double oven and microwave. Plumbed for dishwasher. Under-unit fridge. 1.5 stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap. Breakfast bar. Radiator. Recessed ceiling lights. Drop-light over table area. Access is given to the front entrance hall, living room, family room, and rear hall which leads to the utility and boot room. Door into a shelved storage cupboard and a further door leads into a cupboard housing the hot water tank.
UTILITY ROOM: 1.96m x 1.69m
This practical room enjoys fitted shelving and coat hooks. The washing machine and tumble dryer are both included in the sale. Laminate flooring. Side facing window.
BOOT ROOM: 1.96m x 1.22m
Access from the rear hall this convenient room was previously a WC and could easily be converted back. Wash hand basin with tiled splash-back. Laminate flooring. Ceiling mounted clothes pulley. Rear facing window. Fitted shelving and coat hooks.
SHOWER ROOM: 1.93m x 3.16m
Comprising WC, bidet, wall hung vanity wash hand basin with storage drawers, and large shower cubicle, lined with wet wall panelling and fitted with a traditional plumbed pressurized hot water shower. Wall mounted mirror with LED sensor lighting. Ladder style chrome radiator.
BEDROOM: 4.77m x 3.62m
Located on the ground floor this nicely proportioned room set at the front of the property with views overlooking the garden from its south facing window. Built-in wardrobes with sliding doors, middle mirrored door. Spots on track ceiling light. Radiator. Carpet. Door into En-suite.
EN-SUITE: 1.58m x 3.12m
Comprising WC, wash hand basin and shower enclosure fitted with an electric shower unit and lined with wet wall panelling. Wall mounted mirror. Laminate flooring. Front facing window with fitted roller blind. Extractor fan. Wall mounted Dimplex heater.
BEDROOM: 3.14m x 4.22m
Another nicely proportioned bedroom located on the ground floor with rear facing window. Carpet tiles. Radiator. Electric Dimplex storage heater.
BEDROOM /OFFICE: 2.97m x 4.09m
Located on the ground floor this single bedroom also makes an ideal study. Rear facing window fitted with venetian blind. Door leads into a wardrobe with hanging rail and shelf. Radiator. Desk is included in sale.
From the front entrance hall carpeted stairs leads up to the landing.
LANDING
Access is given to bathroom and three spacious bedrooms, all enjoying En-suite shower rooms. Doors lead into a large storage area. Hatch to loft. Carpet.
BATHROOM: 1.93 x 3.16m
Comprising WC, wash hand basin and bath with wood lined side panel. Tiled splash-back. Extractor fan. Vinyl flooring. Rear facing Velux.
MASTER BEDROOM: 5.71m x 3.47m
Generous sized bedroom enjoying a triple aspect allowing an abundance of natural light to enter. Coomb ceiling. Carpet. Electric storage heater. Large wall mounted mirror. Door leads into En-suite. Recessed ceiling lights.
EN-SUITE: 1.20m x 2.51m
Comprising WC, bidet and vanity wash hand basin with cupboard under. Walk-in shower fitted with a traditional plumbed pressurized hot water shower and fully lined with wet wall panelling. Double shaver socket. Large chrome ladder style heated towel rail. Front facing Velux. Vinyl flooring. Extractor fan.
BEDROOM: 3.76m x 5.72m
This bright room enjoys a side facing window along with front and rear Velux windows allowing an abundance of natural light to enter. Door into wardrobe with hanging rail. Built-in dressing table. Electric storage heater. Carpet. Door to En-suite.
EN-SUITE: 1.65m x 3.47m
Comprising WC and wash hand basin. Shower cubicle fitted with an electric Mira shower unit and lined with wet wall panelling. Large chrome heated towel rail. Wall mounted Dimpex heater. Extractor fan. Wall mirror with shaver socket and light. Tiled flooring.
BEDROOM: 2.50m x 5.57m
Large front facing Velux window. Door into built-in wardrobe. Wall mounted electric heater. Carpet. Door through to En-suite.
EN-SUITE: 1.79m x 1.85m
Comprising WC and wash hand basin. Shower cubicle fitted with an electric shower and fully lined with wet wall panelling. Front facing Velux window. Extractor fan. Fitted mirror and tiled splash-back above wash hand basin. Tiled splash-back. Tiled flooring.
GARDEN
The property sits within a sizeable, roughly triangular garden plot partly framed by post and wire fencing. There is a fully enclosed dog proof area located to the rear. A driveway leads down to a detached double garage with floored storage and work bench. Additional structures include a wood store and garden shed.
OUTBUILDINGS
Detached double garage with hinged double doors, power and light. Floored storage area. Work bench. Pedestrian side door. Wood Store. Garden shed.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
Band “ F â€
EPC
" C "
POST CODE
IV25 3JF
SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Drainage is to a private septic tank.
VIEWING
Contact the selling agents
ENTRY
By Arrangement
PRICE
Offers over £350,000.00 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
TEL. (01862) 810202 FAX (01862) 810166
Email – mail@arthur-carmichael.co.uk
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