Ardlea, TOMATIN, IV13 7YN

Ardlea offers a unique opportunity to purchase a versatile property which has development potential, located right in the heart of the village of Tomatin close to all the village facilities and is within easy commuting distance of Inverness City and the Airport. The property forms part of the Old Village Shop and currently benefits from double glazing, oil fired central heating complemented by an open fire in the lounge, private rear garden and ample development opportunity, given the necessary planning consents. Offering quirky living space with well proportioned rooms and ample storage, this property represents an ideal family home for those looking for a village lifestyle with nearby City facilities.

Only by viewing can you fully appreciate the potential this property has to offer.

The accommodation consists of: entrance vestibule; a well appointed kitchen with a selection of base and wall mounted units, complementary worktops and splashback, free standing electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge and space for washing machine; rear vestibule; double aspect lounge with an open fire set in a marble surround providing a welcoming focal point and open tread staircase leading to the upper floor; bedroom one with fitted mirrored wardrobes; shower room comprising a WC, wash hand basin and free standing mains fed shower; on the upper floor are two double bedrooms, both with fitted storage and one with dressing room/office; family bathroom comprising a WC, wash hand basin and bath with mixer tap and shower head.

Adjacent to the house is the outbuilding which was once the shop & Post Office. This building, while in need of some attention, represents an ideal opportunity for business or rental development. The Old Shop part of the building is still classified as being for Commercial use.

A garden area to the rear of the property provides an ideal venue for al fresco dining or entertaining, there is also a lawned area with summer house and two store sheds, one housing the boiler. A driveway to the side of the property leads to a large parking/turning area.

Facilities in Tomatin include a general store which caters adequately for daily requirements while nearby Inshes Retail Park provides additional facilities including a supermarket, petrol station, restaurant/takeaway and a small selection of retail outlets. Both primary and nursery education are provided in Tomatin, while secondary education is provided at Millburn Academy to which bus transportation is provided daily. Ardlea is also only 15 miles from Aviemore, famous for its Ski locations & winter sports.

Inverness, the main business and commercial centre in the Highlands is approximately 17 miles away and offers extensive shopping, leisure and entertainment facilities along with excellent road, rail and air links to the South and beyond.