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Gairloch about 4 miles. Inverness about 66 miles.

Offers over £320,000

Overview

An attractive contemporary home overlooking Badachro Bay.

Accommodation comprises:

Sunroom, Hallway, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, 4 Double Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms (2 en suite), Dressing Room, Balcony, 1¾ Garage/Workshop.

- Spacious family accommodation

- Peaceful west coast location

- Generous grounds of approximately 1.42 acres

- Deep water mooring available separately

General

Heather Bank is an attractive family home set in an elevated position overlooking Badachro Bay in Wester Ross, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The property which is of modern construction is in immaculate order throughout and is set in generous grounds of approximately 1.42 acres. In addition the sellers have a deep water mooring in Badachro Bay which is available by separate negotiation.

The Gairloch area of Wester Ross is famous for its mild climate and stunning coastline with sheltered sandy beaches and island views. The unspoilt countryside and traditional community make this area popular with those seeking a second home or a change in lifestyle. Badachro, lies to the south of Loch Ewe and has a very popular Inn serving real ale and fine food. Gairloch is a short drive away and has a variety of services including a post office, bank, filling station, leisure centre, a variety of shops, hotels and restaurants, golf course, museum and pony trekking centre. Gairloch also has a very popular primary and secondary school. Further services are available in Ullapool to the north and Inverness, which is just over an hours drive away, and has a main line rail link and airport.

 

DESCRIPTION

From the gravelled driveway steps lead to a partially glazed front door opening to:

Accommodation

 

Sun Room

3.1m x 2.1m (10' 2" x 6' 9")

A bright triple aspect room with far reaching views, fitted coat hook, glazed internal door leading to:

Hallway

4m x 1.9m (13' 1" x 6' 2")

Reception hall with carpet, glazed panelling, under-stairs cupboard with fuse box and control for back-up diesel generator, located in garage and doors to:

 

Living Room

5.2m x 7.5m (17' 1" x 24' 6")

Large bright triple aspect room with carpet, views to the south west and north, 2 TV points, multi fuel stove with red brick surround, slate hearth and oak mantel, archway leading to:

 

Dining Room

3.5m x 3.4m (11' 5" x 11' 2")

With carpet, service hatch to kitchen, glazed internal door to hallway.

Bathroom

2.8m x 1.8m (9' 2" x 5' 9")

With carpet, WC, wash-hand basin with splash back, fitted mirror, shavers socket and light, heated towel rail, extractor fan, bath, fitted shelving. Door to:

 

Guest Bedroom

4m x 2.7m (13' 1" x 8' 9")

A double aspect room with fitted bookcase, fitted shelving, telephone point, fitted single wardrobe with shelving above.

 

Kitchen

3.4m x 5.2m (11' 2" x 17' 1")

With cushion floor, fitted floor and wall units with beech effect worktop, 1½ stainless steel sink with mixer tap, integrated double electric oven, integrated dish-washer, integrated 4 hob electric burner with extractor fan and light above, downlights.

Utility Room

2.6m x 2.1m (8' 5" x 6' 9")

With cushion floor, fitted wall units and worktop, plumbed for tumble dryer and washing machine, downlights, fitted coat hooks. Door to garden.

Returning to the hallway, a timber staircase leads to the first floor landing with access to partially floored attic and doors off:

 

Master Bedroom

4.1m x 4.5m (13' 5" x 14' 8")

Bright triple aspect room with carpet, views to north, south and east, fitted double wardrobe with integral lighting, telephone point, TV point, door to south facing balcony, door to:

Shower Room

2.5m x 1.7m (8' 2" x 5' 6")

With carpet, WC, wash-hand basin with splash back, fitted mirror, fitted shavers mirror, shavers socket and light, shower cubicle with wet walls, heated towel rail, fitted shelving, extractor fan.

Bedroom 3

3.1m x 3.4m (10' 2" x 11' 2")

South facing bedroom with carpet and fitted double wardrobe.

Linen Cupboard

1.4m x 1.4m (4' 6" x 4' 6")

With fitted timber shelving, Megaflow hot water cylinder.

 

Bedroom 4

3.4m x 4.5m (11' 2" x 14' 8")

Bright triple aspect room with carpet, double glazed door to south facing balcony tv point, door to:

En-suite Dressing Room

2.1m x 2.5m (6' 9" x 8' 2")

With carpet, fitted clothes rail and shelving above.

 

En-suite Shower Room

1.7m x 2.5m (5' 6" x 8' 2")

With carpet, WC, wash-hand basin with splash back, fitted mirror, fitted shavers mirror, shavers light and socket, heated towel rail, single shower cubicle with wet wall, extractor fan.

 

GARDENS AND GROUNDS

The garden grounds extend to approximately 1.42 acres with the immediate garden grounds extending to approximately ¾ acres. The ground surrounding the house is very attractively landscaped and laid predominantly to lawn with a variety of attractive heathers and bushes. The front garden has the benefit of a large pond and small burn running through it with timber walkways. The pond has been stocked with water lilies and is a haven for newts, frogs and the occasional small fish.

The garden to the rear includes a gravelled patio/barbecue area with the remainder consisting of lawn areas interspersed with natural rock and heather. The land beyond the garden fence is gently sloping and predominantly heath land with a strimmed footpath leading to a private viewpoint.

 

OUTBUILDINGS

Garage

4.7m x 5.6m (15' 4" x 18' 4")

With concrete floor, electricity, roller door, fitted shelving, pull down ladder to floored loft. Diesel powered 7½kw generator.

Additional Information

SERVICES

Water Mains

Electricity Mains

Drainage Mains

Central Heating By oil fired boiler, multi-fuel stove and back up diesel generator

Internet Broadband Available

COUNCIL TAX

Heather Bank falls under Council Tax Band F.

SPECIAL NOTE

The sellers also own rights to a deep water mooring in Badachro Bay capable of taking a boat up to 7 tonnes which is

available by separate negotiation.

DIRECTIONS

From Inverness take the A9 north and take the A835 at Tore roundabout. From the Dingwall roundabout continue on the A835 for another 20 miles before turning left onto the A832 signposted to Gairloch. After 26 miles turn left onto the B8056 and continue to Badachro. Turn left signposted to Coille Dhorch and Heather Bank is the last house on the left.

MOVEABLES

Carpets and fitted appliances are included in the sale. Some furnishings may be available by separate negotiation.

VIEWING

Viewing is by prior appointment only through the selling agents – CKD Galbraith. The person who may accompany you however, may not be an employee of CKD Galbraith.

Selling Agents / Local CKD Galbraith Office

IMPORTANT NOTES

1 These particulars have been prepared in all good faith to give a fair overall view of the property. If any points are particularly relevant to your interest in the property please ask for further information/verification. CKD Galbraith strongly recommend that you discuss any particular points which are likely to affect your interest in the property with them, in order that you do not make a wasted journey.

2 Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Purchasers should satisfy themselves on such matters prior to purchase and may wish to instruct an independent survey.

3 The photograph/s depict only certain parts of the property. It should not be assumed that any contents/furnishings/furniture, etc. photographed are included in the sale. No assumptions should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Please ask for further information if required.

4 Any areas, measurements or distances referred to are given as a GUIDE ONLY and are NOT precise. Certain measurements have been taken using a sonic measuring machine. If such details are fundamental to a purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries.

5 Neither these particulars nor any subsequent communication by us on behalf of the vendors relative to the property shall be binding upon our clients (whether acted on or otherwise) unless the same is incorporated within a written document signed by our clients or on their behalf satisfying the requirements of Section 3 of the Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1995 or is granted in pursuance of any such document.

6 Entry

Entry will be as mutually agreed.

7 Closing Date

A A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed at a later date unless the property has been sold previously. Prospective purchasers who have notified their interest to CKD Galbraith, in writing, will receive a letter drawing their attention to the closing date.

The Seller will not be obliged to accept the highest, or indeed any offer and has the right to accept an offer at any time or withdraw the property from the market. The Seller will not be liable for any costs incurred by interested parties.

8 Offers

Formal offers in the acceptable Scottish form should be submitted, through a Scottish Lawyer, to CKD Galbraith, Reay House, 17 Old Edinburgh Road, Inverness, IV2 3HF.

Offerors, particularly those from England, should satisfy themselves, through their Scottish Lawyer, that they fully understand the implications of offering under Scottish Law.

9 Third Party Rights and Servitudes

The subjects are sold together with and subject to all existing rights of way, servitudes, wayleaves and others whether contained in the Title Deeds or otherwise, and purchasers will be deemed to have satisfied themselves in all respects thereof.

10 Conditions of Sale

A deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid within seven days of completion of missives, which deposit will be non-returnable in the event of the purchaser failing to complete the purchase for reasons not attributable to the Seller or their Agents.

The balance of 90% will become payable on entry. Interest will be payable on the balance from the date of entry until paid at a rate of 5% over the Bank of Scotland base rate, notwithstanding consignation.

In the event of a purchaser failing to pay the full purchase price within a month from the date of entry, the seller shall be entitled to resile from the bargain and to re-sell the property without prejudice to his right to recover from the prospective purchaser any loss incurred.