Achachork, By Portree, IV51 9HT

Rurally located on the northern outskirts of Portree, in the highly desirable area of Achachork, Larchside is a modern 4 bedroom (2 en-suite) detached property with attached 1 bedroom annex. Set in a slightly elevated position this impressive property enjoys panoramic countryside views towards Portree, the capital of Skye and beyond to the spectacular Cuillin mountain range and Macleods Tables to the west. Offered in excellent order throughout Larchside has been finished to a high standard with quality fixtures and fittings and is conveniently placed for all local amenities in Portree. Sitting within well-maintained, mature garden grounds and offered in walk-in condition, this property offers the perfect opportunity to obtain a well-placed family home with income potential.

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Larchside, Achachork, By Portree, Isle of Skye, IV51 9HT 

PROPERTY COMPRISES:

LOWER FLOOR: Entrance Vestibule, Cloakroom, Dining Room, Lounge, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility Room

UPPER FLOOR: 4 Bedrooms (2 En-Suite), Bathroom.

ANNEX:

LOWER FLOOR: Entrance Hallway, Open-Plan Living Room, Bathroom

UPPER FLOOR: Bedroom

External: Garden Grounds, Detached Garage

LOCATION: Set round a natural harbour, Portree, the capital of Skye, is a bustling port and thriving business and cultural centre. Offering a wide range of shops, services and leisure facilities including hospital and medical centre, doctors, dentists, primary and secondary school which offers both Gaelic and English-medium classes, library, swimming pool, supermarkets, hotels, bars, cafés and restaurants.

It is also a cultural focal point for Skye, with a year-round program of concerts, theatre and cinema, art and craft exhibitions and workshops, and numerous wildlife walks.

The town makes a great base for exploring the outstanding beauty of the Trotternish Ridge, the Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock and the Quiraing to the north and, to the south, the imposing Cuillin Mountains which offer both gentle and challenging climbing and walking for the world's outdoor enthusiasts. Other popular activities include cycling, pony trekking, and boat cruises.

ACCOMMODATION: Larchside was completed in 2009 and extends to some 219m2, the property benefits from timber frame double glazing and oil-fired central heating via Worcester Greenstar Danesmoor boiler to underfloor heating on the ground floor and thermostatically controlled radiators on the upper floor complemented by a wood burning stove in the lounge, the stylish contemporary kitchen was installed last year. Larchside sits within well maintained garden grounds and enjoys delightful far-reaching views whilst the self-contained annex offers the potential for use as a letting unit.

EXTERNAL:

DETACHED GARAGE: Approx. 28m2

Pedestrian door and window to side elevation, floored attic space for additional storage.

GARDENS:

Gated access from the township road leads to a chipped driveway and garage, the gently sloping garden grounds are well-maintained and are mainly laid to grass with planted beds, mature trees and shrubs, a generous composite deck to the front elevation offering the perfect vantage point to take in the far-reaching views.

SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, drainage to septic tank.

HOME REPORT: Contact the RE/MAX Skye office.

EPC Rating: C (76)

COUNCIL TAX: Band F

EXTRAS:

Included in the sale are all integrated appliances and fitted floor coverings.

ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.

DIRECTIONS: From the Skye Bridge take the A87 towards Portree at Portree pass through the village taking the A85 toward Staffin, shortly after you have left Portree you will see a signpost indicating Achachork to your left, follow this road 0.7 miles and Larchside is on your right-hand side the house name is at the bottom of the driveway.

VIEWING: Viewing this property is essential to be fully appreciated. Viewing can be arranged by calling RE/MAX Skye on or by e-mailing .

OFFERS: Should be submitted in proper legal Scottish form to RE/MAX Skye Estate Agents, Garbh Chriochan, Teangue, Isle of Skye, IV44 8RE.

INTEREST: It is important that your solicitor notifies this office of interest to you otherwise the property may be sold without your knowledge.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: These particulars are prepared based on 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:

2.28m x 1.69m

Decoratively glazed door with glazed side panel, built-in cupboard, under floor heating, oak flooring, access to cloakroom, dining room:

CLOAKROOM:

1.7m x 0.87m

Corner wall mounted wash hand basin, WC, underfloor heating, oak flooring.

DINING ROOM:

5.57m x 4.16m

Half glazed door with glazed side panel, windows to front and side elevation, French doors to front elevation opening to extensive raised deck area and offering far reaching views of the Cuillin Mountain range and MacLeods Table, three wall lights, underfloor heating, oak flooring, access to lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, stair to upper floor:

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM:

5m x 4.37m

(Dimensions at widest point)
Half glazed door, the recently installed kitchen has an extensive range of contemporary wall and base units with Silestone Quartz worktop over, black composite sink, two integrated ovens one with an LPG 5 burner hob over and Neff contemporary black extractor, integrated microwave, integrated dishwasher, peninsula unit with cupboards under, downlights, underfloor heating, oak flooring to breakfast area, LVT flooring to kitchen, access to utility room:

UTILITY ROOM:

3.59m x 1.7m

Half glazed door, window to rear elevation, borrowed light window to kitchen/breakfast room, range of wall and base units with worktop over, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble drier, downlights, ceramic tile floor, access to annex:

LOUNGE:

5.4m x 4.38m

(Dimensions at widest point)
Window to front elevation with far reaching views, two windows to side elevations, free standing wood burning stove set on a stone hearth, four wall lights, under floor heating, oak flooring.

STAIRS AND UPPER FLOOR LANDING:

Carpeted stairs rise to the carpeted upper floor landing, window to rear elevation at turn of stair, wall light, two built-in cupboards, radiator, access to bedrooms:

MASTER BEDROOM:

4.39m x 3.5m

Window to front elevation, walk-in wardrobe, radiator, fitted carpet, access to en-suite:

EN-SUITE:

2.4m x 1.79m

Frosted window to rear elevation, quadrant shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, downlight, ladder radiator, vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM 2:

4.2m x 3.52m

(Dimension at widest point )
Window to front elevation, double built-in wardrobe, radiator, fitted carpet, access to en-suite:

EN-SUITE:

2.17m x 1.7m

(Dimensions into shower
Built-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, downlight, ladder radiator, vinyl flooring.

BATHROOM:

2.19m x 1.68m

Velux window to rear elevation, bath with Mira electric shower over and glazed shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, downlights, ladder radiator, vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM 3:

3.17m x 3.08m

Window to front elevation, built-in cupboard, radiator, fitted carpet.

BEDROOM 4: (currently used as study)

4.37m x 2.2m

Window to rear elevation, radiator, fitted carpet.

HALLWAY:

1.68m x 1.49m

Half glazed exterior door, oak flooring, access to sitting room, stair to upper floor:

SITTING ROOM:

5.98m x 3.73m

Windows to front, side and rear elevations, built-in cupboard, under floor heating, oak flooring:

BATHROOM:

1.9m x 1.76m

Frosted window to front elevation, bath with shower over and glazed shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, downlights, underfloor heating, vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM:

4.28m x 3.81m

(Dimensions at widest point)
Open access from stair, windows to front and side elevation, Velux to rear elevation, two built-in cupboards, two radiators, fitted carpet.