Bornisketaig, Kilmuir, Isle of Skye, IV51 9YS

Situated in an elevated position and enjoying stunning views of Loch Snizort and The Minch from the side and rear elevation and the majestic Cuillin Mountains to the front elevation, Tigh Mhartainn is a generously proportioned 1.5 storey extended detached 4-bedroom stone croft house. Located within the scenic crofting township of Bornesketaig on the dramatic Trotternish peninsula, north-east Skye, this spacious property is offered in excellent order throughout and offers the perfect opportunity to purchase a family home in a tranquil rural location. The existing configuration of the property could easily be adapted to create either a B&B or a self-contained flat, alongside generous living accommodation.

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Tigh Mhartainn, 3 Bornisketaig, Kilmuir, Isle of Skye IV51 9YS

Property comprises:

LOWER FLOOR: Entrance/Utility, Kitchen/Dining Room, Family Bathroom, Sitting Room, Front Porch, Family Room, Attached Annex

1st STAIR UPPER FLOOR: 2 Bedrooms, Shower Room

2nd STAIR UPPER FLOOR: 2 Bedrooms, Shower Room

EXTERNAL: Detached Single Garage, Garden Grounds

LOCATION:

Bornesketaig is located close to Kilmuir on the northwest coast of the Trotternish peninsula on Skye’s northeastern tip. The area is home to many historical attractions including ‘The Museum of Island Life’ a collection of thatched cottages depicting life on Skye in times gone by. The Flora MacDonald Monument is in Kilmuir Cemetery, her final resting place after helping the fleeing Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1746. Kilmuir has its own primary school, and the nearest main village is Uig, approximately 5 miles away, where you will find a range of local amenities including a filling station/café-tearoom, Rankins supermarket, pottery, B&Bs, hotels, bars, restaurants, Skye brewery and the Ferry Terminus with sailings to the Outer Hebrides. Portree, the island’s capital, is approx. 19 miles away and offers a wider range of facilities.

ACCOMMODATION:

Tigh Mhartainin was constructed in circa 1860 and extended in 1989 and 1999 and extends to some 171m2, the property benefits from UPVC triple glazing (with double glazing in the kitchen) and central heating via an oil-fired Rayburn Range cooker in the kitchen to radiators throughout complimented by log burning stoves in the sitting room and family room.  The property occupies a tranquil elevated location within private garden grounds and enjoys unrestricted views of Loch Snizort and beyond. This property is offered in walk-in condition and has approved planning in place for the construction of a single storey extension to the rear of the kitchen which would also incorporate the annex into the living accommodation.

EXTERNAL:

DETACHED CONCRETE PANEL SINGLE GARAGE:

Electric door, lighting and power points.

GARDEN GROUNDS

GARDEN:

The property is accessed directly from the township via a gated private tarmacadam track which leads to chipped off road parking for several vehicles and the garage. The garden grounds are mostly laid to grass with some mature planting, trees, shrubs and many spring bulbs.

EXTRAS: Included in the sale is the sauna, all fitted floor coverings, blinds and integrated appliances.

HOME REPORT: Available by contacting the RE/MAX Skye office.

SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, drainage to septic tank. Superfast fibre-optic broadband is connected.

COUNCIL TAX: Band E

EPC Rating: F (30)

DIRECTIONS:  From the Skye Bridge take the A87 to Portree, in Portree follow the signs to Uig. Once in Uig turn right onto the A855 towards Staffin, stay on the A855 until you see the sign for Camus More. Turn left at this sign and when the road forks take the right turn Tigh Mhartainn is on the left-hand side of the road.

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ENTRY:

At a date to be mutually agreed. Vacant possession will be given on completion. There is no onward chain.

VIEWING:

Viewing of this property is essential to be fully appreciated. Viewing can be arranged by calling RE/MAX Skye 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 your interest, 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.

COVERED ENTRANCE PORCH:

Access to entrance/utility:

ENTRANCE HALL/UTILITY:

1.89m x 1.81m

Modern composite exterior door with UPVC triple glazed insert, worktop with space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher under, triple wall cupboard, spotlight track, Karndean flooring, access to hallway:

HALLWAY:

Frosted glazed door, two under stair cupboards, built-in cupboard, two radiators, Karndean flooring, access to all ground floor accommodation:

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM:

4.8m x 3.32m

Half glazed door, windows to three aspects with views of Loch Snizort and beyond to the Outer Hebrides, range of wall and base units with worktop over, 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink, Rayburn Range cooker, hob with extractor over and externally vented extractor fan, two integrated fridges, tiling to splashbacks, two spotlight tracks, radiator, Karndean flooring, ample space for table and chairs.

BATHROOM:

2.85m x 2.15m

(Dimension at widest point)
Frosted glazed door, frosted window to side elevation, bath, stylish modern wash hand basin, WC, built-in cupboard, fully tiled, ladder radiator, spotlight cluster, Karndean flooring.

SITTING ROOM:

4.05m x 3.65m

(Dimensions at widest point)
Half glazed door, picture deep sill window to front elevation with views of the Cuillin mountains, inset log burning stove set on a slate hearth with timber surround, spotlight track, radiator, Karndean flooring.

FRONT PORCH:

2.16m x 1.88m

Window to front elevation, spotlight track, Karndean flooring, modern composite door with triple glazed insert to side elevation.

FAMILY ROOM:

4.02m x 3.34m

Half glazed door, picture deep sill window to front elevation with views of the Cuillin mountains, inset log burning stove set on a granite hearth with timber surround, spotlight cluster, radiator, Karndean flooring.

ATTACHED ANNEX:

4.93m x 3.89m

Half glazed door, windows to side and rear elevation, Sauna, ample space for storage, painted concrete floor, half glazed door to rear elevation:

1st STAIR & UPPER FLOOR:

Carpeted stairs rise to a carpeted landing, borrowed light window to annex, Velux at turn of stair, built-in cupboard, radiator, access to two bedrooms, shower room:

BEDROOM 1:

3.36m x 3.28m

Approx. 3.36m x 3.28m
Door with four glazed inserts, window to rear elevation, large Velux to side elevation, two built-in cupboards and chest of drawers, spotlight track, radiator, fitted carpet.

BEDROOM 2:

4.06m x 1.87m

Door with four glazed inserts, large Velux to side elevation, built-in cupboard (currently open fronted), spotlight track, radiator, fitted carpet.

SHOWER ROOM:

2.55m x 1.92m

(Dimensions at widest point)
Frosted glazed door, Velux to side elevation, built-in shower cubicle with Mira electric shower, stylish modern wash hand basin, WC, spotlight cluster, ladder radiator, Karndean flooring.

2nd STAIR & UPPER FLOOR:

Carpeted stairs rise to a carpeted landing, Velux over stairwell, radiator, access to two bedrooms, shower room:

BEDROOM 3:

4.1m x 3.36m

(Dimensions at widest point)
Deep sill window to front elevation with view of the Cuillins, built-in cupboard, spotlight track, radiator fitted carpet.

SHOWER ROOM:

2.85m x 1.4m

(Dimensions into shower)
Velux to front elevation, built-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, built-in cupboard, radiator, vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM 4:

4.09m x 3.01m

Deep sill window to front elevation with view of the Cuillins, built-in cupboard, spotlight track, radiator, fitted carpet.