Brae Cottage, Torboll, Dornoch, Sutherland IV25 3JE

Brae Cottage is a rural property that requires full renovation but has the potential to offer it's new owners a unique off-grid living experience in a picturesque location. It is a perfect renovation project for those seeking a tranquil retreat in the heart of the highland countryside. The property sits in approx 2 acres and is sufficient land for self sustainable living.
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Situated in a stunning location, beside the stream known as Abhainn an r-Stratha Charnaig, running from Loch Buidhe, through Torboll Falls and Torboll salmon ladder to the coastal waters of Loch Fleet, surrounded by stunning views of the Creag Dail na Meine & Beinn Domhnaill hills, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting.

Brae Cottage - A traditional stone built cottage in need of renovation to take it in to the 21st century. The property could be updated to a cosy Highland Cottage or extended for family living (with appropriate planning consents). The house would need to be taken back to the stone walls and a new layout created within the walls.

There is no Home Report for this property as it is uninhabitable in its present condition. From the surveyor ' where the way the home is marketed suggests it is unsuitable for occupation in that condition. There is little point in a condition survey being undertaken on a home that is unfit for occupation in any case, and is being advertised as such.'

Location - Brae Cottage sits nestled in the hills of Sutherland, nearby a stream/burn with an abundance of wildlife on the doorstep. The single track road is infrequently used, and provides a route between The Mound (A9) and Bonar Bridge. The villages of Golspie 6 miles north and Dornoch 8 miles east have all the local amenities. Tain 14 miles south has major supermarkets.
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Sitting Room - The sitting room features an open fire and window facing the front of the property.

Kitchen - Featuring a built-in pantry in the corner of the room and an open fireplace. This room has a window facing towards the front of the property and access to the stairs leading to the upper floor.

Bathroom - A large room with adequate space for a bathroom suite. and presently has running water from a natural spring to it.

First Floor - Accessed via the kitchen, the narrow stairs lead to the first floor with a skylight and access to Bedrooms 1 & 2.

Outbuildings - There are two outbuildings attached to the rear of the property. One is a log store and coal bunker, the other is stone built and used for useful storage.

Services - There is no electricity or gas to the property Light has been through gas lights from gas cylinders.
Water is from a natural spring nearby.
There has been no septic tank located

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