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See how verdicts work1-bedroom house · IV7 8AZ
For saleReduced £10k (−11.1%) on 26 OctListed 61 days
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About
Thistle Cottage is a charming semi-detached cottage located in the centre of the popular village of Conon Bridge, close to excellent facilities and within commuting distance of Dingwall and Inverness.
In need of a total refurb, once complete this property represents an ideal home for those looking for a quiet village lifestyle within commuting distance of City facilities.
The cottage, which dates circa 1920’s, retains much of the original features, including wood panelling and internal lintels. Heating is by way of electric heaters and wood burning stoves.
Only by viewing can you fully appreciate what the cottage has to offer, along with the convenient location.
The accommodation consists of: an entrance vestibule; kitchen with an open fire and original wood flooring; two sitting rooms, both with wood burning stoves; utility area with double Belfast sink and stable style door opening to the rear garden; bathroom comprising a three-piece suite.
On the upper floor is reached via a static stairway and comprises one large attic room.
A small garden area to the front of the property is populated with mature shrubs and bushes while the fully enclosed rear garden is mainly laid to grass.
There is a coal shed along with six other outbuilding/sheds in various states of repair. A gate gives access to the side of the property and leads on to the High Street.
There is ample communal parking available very close by.
Facilities in the village, all of which are within walking distance that caters adequately to daily requirements, including a general store, café and takeaway.
Education is provided at Conon Bridge Primary, also within walking distance, while secondary pupils attend Dingwall Academy.
The nearby market town of Dingwall offers additional facilities along with a thriving High Street offering a good range of retail outlets.
Inverness, the main business and commercial centre in the Highlands is a very easy commute away and offers extensive shopping, leisure and entertainment facilities along with excellent road, rail and air links to the South and beyond.
Value & comps
Land Registry doesn’t cover Scotland or Northern Ireland, so previous sales may not be on record.
Returns
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