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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · IV40 8EQ
For saleListed 129 days
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Avernish is a small rural hamlet near the village of Dornie. The property is in a beautiful, elevated setting, with stunning views panoramic views to Loch Alsh and to Eilean Donan Castle.
The west coast is famous for its unique coastline of sheltered bays, wide sandy beaches and beautiful island views with a backdrop of dramatic mountain peaks.
This area has long been a popular tourist destination with its easy access to Skye and Plockton and its famous landmarks of Eilean Donan Castle and the Five Sisters of Kintail.
Yet, just a short distance away from the busy tourist centres, the countryside offers a haven of peace where native wildlife and flora are plentiful and breathtaking views are the norm.
Dornie is a charming former fishing village, set at the point where Loch Duich, Loch Alsh and Loch Long meet.
The village has a shop, Post Office, popular pub and hotel, while nearby Kyle of Lochalsh, where the bridge crosses to Skye, offers a good range of shops and facilities as well as a railway station.
There are a number of options for primary schooling and secondary schooling is available in Plockton.
Inverness, about 2 hour’s drive away, has all the facilities of a modern city including its airport with regular flights to the south and Europe.
Designed by a Broadford-based architect and completed in 2023, Rubha Scarabhaig occupies a de-crofted elevated site surrounded by a registered owner-occupied croft (Croft Registration Number: C6596).
The property has been designed to take full advantage of the setting, with panoramic views to Loch Alsh, taking in the iconic Eilean Donan Castle and the surrounding Highland landscape.
The house has been thoughtfully positioned to sit comfortably within its environment, blending contemporary design with its natural surroundings.
Highly energy efficient, the property benefits from an air source heat pump, excellent levels of insulation, and extensive glazing that maximises natural light and solar gain.
The accommodation is beautifully presented with a well-considered layout, high-quality finishes, and modern fittings.
The impressive open-plan living area forms the heart of the home, featuring a wood burning stove and expansive windows that seamlessly connect the interior with the outside landscape—framing the views and creating a bright, airy living space.
All four bedrooms are generously sized and include fitted wardrobes, while the principal bedroom further benefits from a stylish en-suite shower room. EPC Rating = B
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About Rubha Scarabhaig, Croft 9, Avernish, Kyle, Highland, IV40
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