Detached house · HS4 3YG
For saleListed 32 days
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About
This cosy one bedroom property, situated in Outend on the Isle of Scalpay, enjoys beautiful sea views, with far reaching outlooks across the Harris Hills and, on a clear day towards the Cuillin Hills on Skye.
The property presents an excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer, retiree, or those looking for a charming holiday cottage.
Offering well proportioned accommodation throughout, the property comprises an entrance vestibule, hallway, comfortable lounge with open fire, fitted kitchen, generously sized double bedroom and bathroom.
Heating is provided by a combination of electric storage and panel heaters, while all windows are double glazed.
Although the property would benefit from some redecoration and modernisation, it offers excellent potential for the new owner to create a comfortable and welcoming home.
Externally, the property occupies a generous site, with a large gravel parking area to the side. The remainder of the grounds are laid to rough grass and include a drying area.
The Isle of Scalpay offers a welcoming community and a range of local amenities.
The Scalpay Community Centre, managed by the Scalpay Community Association, provides a vibrant café and kitchen, a large sports hall, and versatile meeting rooms.
The centre is well suited to community events, clubs and gatherings. There is also a community playpark and a recently completed all weather facility suitable for football, shinty and training.
Nearby, the North Harbour Bistro offers a selection of delicious seafood dishes.
A regular minibus service operates throughout the day between Scalpay and Tarbert which is approximately seven miles away.
Tarbert provides a wide range of amenities, including grocery stores, a leisure centre, hotels, filling station, vehicle repair garage, dental practice and medical practice.
With its peaceful island setting, attractive views and excellent potential, this cosy property is sure to appeal to those seeking a permanent home, holiday retreat or investment opportunity.
The property is initially entered via UPVC glazed door into entrance vestibule. ENTRANCE VESTIBULE: 2.34m x 1.38m Ceramic tiled flooring. Window to front.
Access to hallway via wooden door with glazed panels. HALLWAY: 2.08m x 1.39m Fitted carpet. Electric storage heater. Access to lounge, bedroom and bathroom. LOUNGE:4.27m x 3.55m Window to front.
Fitted carpet. Electric storage heater. Open fire set in tiled surround. Access to kitchen. KITCHEN: 4.42m x 2.34m Fitted kitchen with range of wall mounted and floor standing units. Vinyl flooring.
Dual aspect windows to front and side. Electric storage heater. Stainless steel sink with side drainer. Room for small dining table and chairs. Plumbed for washing machine.
BEDROOM: 4.27m x 3.15m Double bedroom with window to front. Fitted carpet. Electric panel heater. BATHROOM: 2.78m x 2.08m Suite comprising wc and wash hand basin set in vanity with fitted storage.
Bath with electric shower over. Opaque glazed window to rear. Vinyl flooring. Electric storage heater.
GENERAL INFORMATION COUNCIL TAX BAND: A EPC RATING: E POST CODE: HS4 3YG PROPERTY REF NO: HEA0175H SCHOOLS: SIR E SCOTT PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL TRAVEL DIRECTIONS: On travelling from Stornoway proceed along A859 following signs for Tarbert.
On reaching Tarbert turn left and then another left at the junction. Follow the road following signs for Scalpay.
Proceed along across the bridge and onto Scalpay Island, after the bridge take the second left and follow the main road along passing the old School and playpark, follow the sign for “Outend”.
Travel on this road passing the housing scheme called “Creag Aonach” continue on this road passing the sign for “Aird Aghanais” continue further where 1 Outend will be located on the left hand side after the sharp bend.
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