4 Bed Detached House For Sale

Enjoying possibly one of the most famous and much-photographed views in the picturesque and sought-after village of Plockton, Wester Ross, Alt na Creag is a traditional stone-built terrace house of 3 or 4 bedrooms. Peacefully located away from the busy main frontage, in a sheltered position, it is close to all local amenities and only a few minutes from the railway station connecting to Inverness/Edinburgh/London. The property has been tastefully upgraded but still retains its original ambience whilst the generous rear garden is a sheltered sun-trap, a sloping lawn, with an abundance of mature hedges and trees. The charming front garden going down to the beach is a lawn with planted rose beds and a raised wooden deck at the water's edge giving unrestricted views of the loch. This outlook has been the subject of very many picture postcards. It presents the perfect opportunity to purchase a delightful home with an iconic view in a highly desirable village, often described as “The Jewel of the Highlands.”

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Alt na Creag, 9 Harbour Street, Plockton, Ross-shire, IV52 8TG

PROPERTY COMPRISES:

GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Hallway, Home-office/Bedroom, Sitting Room/Dining Room, Kitchen

UPPER FLOOR: Two double Bedrooms, Single Childs Bedroom with Study Desk, Bathroom

EXTERNAL: Front & Rear Gardens, Lean-to Store, Timber Shed, Log Store.

LOCATION:

The picture postcard village of Plockton is located on the seaward side of Loch Carron nestled around a sheltered harbour with palm trees lining the village due to the warmer climate provided by the gulf stream. The area is an excellent base for outdoor pursuits including walking, cycling, climbing, kayaking, and with a very active long-established sailing club and the favourite anchorage of very many yachts.

Plockton is also a world-famous tourist destination with award-winning bars and restaurants offering great local produce and entertainment year-round. Amenities include primary and secondary schooling, The National Centre of Excellence in Traditional Music is based within the secondary school, gift shops, village shop and train station. Wider facilities are available close by in Kyle of Lochalsh, approximately 6 miles away.

ACCOMMODATION:

Built-in circa 1875 Alt na Creag extends to some 101m2, and benefits from timber sash and casement windows and heating is by way of electric storage heaters throughout complemented by open fires in the sitting/dining room and home-office/bedroom. The generous rear garden grounds are sloping and mostly laid to lawn with an area at the top being a shelter-belt of mature large trees, whilst the charming garden grounds to the front are fully fenced and well-stocked with roses and ornamental shrubs. The raised wooden deck creates a delightful seating area from which to enjoy the stunning harbour views.

1. Also available by separate negotiation is a large detached double garage which could provide a hugely useful storage space, plus the option for conversion to a small chalet (subject to planning consents being obtained).

2. Also available by separate negotiation is the opportunity to rent the small adjoining property on Harbour Street, on attractive terms and with a first refusal to purchase at a discount. At the option of the buyer, the inter-connecting doorway can be locked or unlocked, as at the present time, or boarded and bricked up by the seller, depending on the buyer's decision. (This property has one bedroom, bathroom with toilet and shower, kitchen/utility room, dining area, external doors at rear and to street.)

EXTERNAL:

GARDEN: The generous garden grounds extend to the rear and front of the property. Steps access the rear garden which is gently sloping and mostly a lawn surrounded by sheltering mature trees and shrubs. The pretty front garden which is across the road from the house is accessed via a gate opposite the house door and is mainly lawn and well-planted with rose beds and decorative bushes; the wooden decked area built over the beach offers the perfect vantage point from which to take in the glorious views.

ATTACHED REAR STORAGE SHED: Approx. 5.28m x 1.55m

Polycarbonate roof.

TIMBER SHED

SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, mains drainage.

COUNCIL TAX: F

HOME REPORT: Contact the RE/MAX Skye office.

EPC Rating: F (33)

EXTRAS: Included in the sale of this property are all fitted floor coverings and integrated appliances. Other items may be available by separate negotiation.

It is proposed, subject to mutual agreement between buyer and seller, that an array of solar panels generating up to £1,000 per annum and located partly on the property for sale and partly on the aforementioned adjoining property, should be included in the sale price, at the option of the buyer.

DIRECTIONS:

On entering Plockton, follow Harbour Street passing along the main front, and Alt na Creag is on the left-hand side shortly after passing the village hall.

ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.

Viewing: Viewing 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 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